How do I help my little brother get out of the Marines? My little brother (well, not so little anymore) recently graduated from Marines' boot camp and is now in infantry training (I think, I'm woefully ignorant of military terminology). He recently expressed to me online that he's basically had enough with the Marines and wants to go home. Is there any way he can do that simply and legally? Would he have to get a dishonorable discharge. Seriously, I know nothing about the military having come from a long line of cowards. Can he just leave or is there some special process? Is there some kind of hotline or something he can call to be counseled on this stuff? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 9, 2009 - 29 answers

I want to become more of a peacemaker. [more inside]
posted by allkindsoftime on Sep 28, 2009 - 10 answers

I have a week to spend in Queensland (or Nthrn NSW) (I live in Brisbane). I want to chill out and be near beach and rainforest. [more inside]
posted by evil_esto on Aug 16, 2009 - 8 answers

Graduate school vs Peace Corps? [more inside]
posted by pdx87 on Jun 17, 2009 - 30 answers

Peace groups that don't require religion [more inside]
posted by KingoftheWhales on May 6, 2009 - 8 answers

How do its proponents argue that the arms trade contributes to peace/stability? [more inside]
posted by knapah on Feb 8, 2009 - 13 answers

(Pet harmony filter) A little over 3 months ago, we adopted Phoebe, an 18-month old poodle/bichon cross. She's a fantastic dog, very well behaved, perfectly lovable and playful and awesome in every way, and we adore her. We also have 4 cats, 3 of which have settled down and seem to have gotten used her. But not Phil. Phil hates Phoebe with white-hot kitty hate. And it's breaking my heart. [more inside]
posted by cuddles.mcsnuggy on Jan 8, 2009 - 25 answers

I see the world, and all in it, as something vicious and ready to attack me, and that influences far too much stuff in my life. Help. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 8, 2008 - 30 answers

Safe Places to live/stay for the coming New World Order. [more inside]
posted by Nillocsoc on Oct 18, 2008 - 27 answers

I'm directing a play based on this (rather old) script for television by Tom Stoppard. Help me find it on film. [more inside]
posted by eWesley on Aug 23, 2008 - 3 answers

I am a recent graduate of a M.S. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution, an interdisciplinary degree, and have just returned to San Francisco to try and get some research experience (in social science research) but because I don’t have any real background I am having trouble getting anything… HELP! [more inside]
posted by elationfoundation on Aug 13, 2008 - 9 answers

I would like to become a peace negotiator. I live in NY and my background is finance. I would appreciate any ideas on how to get started. I am planning on taking Harvard Negotiation and Dispute Resolution course in the fall, meeting people in the industry and going from there. I would appreciate any suggestions on organizations, jobs in NY or any other info you might have. Thank you! :)
posted by yulka13 on Aug 13, 2008 - 5 answers

I'm trying to cultivate a certain kind of beauty in life - something exemplified by the likes of Dumbo feather, pass it on and Keri Smith's blog. Where else can I find such beauty? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Aug 12, 2008 - 4 answers

I've found myself with a little more time on my hands. I'd like to add a few useful, relevant blogs and podcasts to the ranks of my RSS reader. Any suggestions for me? [more inside]
posted by charmston on May 30, 2008 - 15 answers

I'm looking for a Peace Corps that doesn't suck. Does it exist? [more inside]
posted by loquacious on May 3, 2008 - 24 answers

I recently saw the "Beatles LOVE" show in Vegas and was absolutely blown away. I now have the DVDA disc but am trying to identify all the songs mashed into it by Sir George Martin. Here's a clip I am particularly interested in. [more inside]
posted by crazyray on Mar 30, 2008 - 8 answers

Have any well-known Middle East scholars come out in favor of uniting Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank into one multi-ethnic, secular state, with the goal of making all residents equal citizens?
posted by Afroblanco on Dec 11, 2007 - 15 answers

Where can I go with the stipulations and budget that I have? [more inside]
posted by greta simone on Nov 8, 2007 - 10 answers

How does one come to peace with unfulfillable sexual fantasies? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 26, 2007 - 14 answers

Will the Peace Corps disqualify me if I have to keep taking my antidepressant during my assignment? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 10, 2007 - 12 answers

Hypothetical Question: You're going to Africa for the Peace Corps, and your luggage space is extremely limited. What reading material would you bring with you to last you, oh, let's say a year? [more inside]
posted by jordanian2 on Jul 5, 2007 - 48 answers

What's the origin of the phrase: "What if we threw a war and no one came?" [more inside]
posted by macinchik on Jun 13, 2007 - 17 answers

What can one person (me) do to get US troops out of Iraq as soon as possible? [more inside]
posted by CaptMcalister on Oct 21, 2006 - 27 answers

What are some good places for getting work done on a laptop? [more inside]
posted by Godbert on Jan 3, 2006 - 14 answers

I understand what right wing christians are upset about, but how do I get them to understand and not dismiss my beliefs?
posted by bigmusic on Dec 6, 2005 - 24 answers