Minute: Chuck Day
Des Moines Valley Friend, Chuck Day, will be honored for his 40 years of service to the peace community by founding and leading STAR-PAC (Stop the Arms Race), Saturday, August 3, 2019, 5:30 -8:00 pm. featuring Senator Tom Harkin.
“STAR✦PAC was founded in 1980 in Des Moines. STAR ✦ PAC is a dedicated political action committee advocating on behalf of peace issues. Established at the peak of the Cold War, amid a perilous and costly nuclear weapons race; STAR✦PAC continues advocacy against the arms race and exorbitant military spending and tackles many other foreign and military policy issues.”
Chuck was also instrumental in the development of two housing projects in Des Moines, built for easier access for people with physical disabilities.