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# City’s war stance appreciated
- URL: https://www.smdp.com/citys-war-stance-appreciated-editor/
- Published: 2007-06-26T15:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-24T01:19:10.000Z
- Author: Guest Author
- Tags: Opinion, Santa Monica, #archive-import

*By Tim Goodrich Co-founder, Iraq Veterans Against the War*

As a veteran of Afghanistan and the pre-war bombing of Iraq, I was glad to see substantial coverage of Arlington West in the Santa Monica Daily Press. So few Americans feel the direct effects of the occupation of Iraq, and Arlington West is a great way for residents and visitors alike to be reminded of the sacrifices our troops are making.

I also appreciate the continued support of Santa Monica City Councilman Kevin McKeown, without whose help neither Arlington West nor the City Council resolution opposing the war, would be possible. I can only hope the rest of the City Council will get on board sometime soon to continue Santa Monica’s tradition as a city of progress.

*Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on June 26, 2007.* [Read the original PDF.](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/062607.pdf?ref=smdp.com)