Conscientious Objection is an issue of importance to organizations covering a vast spectrum of religious and moral and ethical belief. On this page, we've gathered together a sample of the information available for those who are interested in the social costs of war.

• Read the The Religious Freedom Peace Tax Fund Bill (HR2361). HR2361 was introduced in the House of Representatives in the 109th Congress by Rep. John Lewis (GA05) on May 25, 2005. Read the text of the Peace Tax Fund Bill

• Summary of the bill. Learn about common misconceptions by reading a summary of the bill and what it will do.

• Learn about the Peace Tax Fund Bill. Get a copy of Rhode Island Campaign for Conscience Q&A (PDF format)
  View and print the "Basic Questions and Answers about the Peace Tax Fund" brochure (PDF format) or read more online: Basic Questions and Answers about the Peace Tax Fund Bill.

• Where Your Income Tax Money Really Goes:The War Resisters League has a pie chart that shows where your tax dollars go. You can download it from the national web site. And be sure to visit the War Resisters League web site for additional information.

• Where Do Rhode Island Tax Dollars Go?:Ever wonder where, as a resident of Rhode Island, your taxes really go? Or wonder how Bush's tax cuts are really affecting people in your community? Download handouts from the National Priorities Project that will answer your questions (and make you ask more).
  
  • Rhode Island (Entire State)
  • Providence
  • Newport (Not yet available, check with the National Priorities Project for more information.)

• Links of interest. Visit other organizations. Learn about how your taxes are spent and find out why Conscientious Objection is a deeply held belief for so many.