Mothers and Children for Peace
Rev. Holly Haile Thompson
This song was written by Rev. Holly Haile Thompson of the Shinnecock Nation. It is deeply rooted in the lived experiences and reflections of the Shinnecock people and intersects other Indigenous communities and poor folks who must counter the violent, death-dealing practices of patriarchy, capitalism, and white supremacy. In March 2003, during a time of heightened global tension and imminent conflict, Rev. Holly led prayers for peace in two yoked neighboring non-Native congregations. Just three days later, the United States invaded Iraq.
