 If you drove through downtown Brainer this evening, you may have noticed a message from people on the corner of Washington and six streets. The Brainer Area Coalition for Peace held a peace vigil this evening to demand an immediate end to U.S. participation in the wars in the Middle East and Afghanistan. The group is also against U.S. drone assassinations, increasing the military budget and the anti-environmental stance of the Trump administration. Despite the political leaning of the group, the central message of the rally was peace. What we're asking for is that the United States sees its involvement in the wars in the Middle East and Afghanistan, pull out all the troops, stop bombing, and all drone assassinations. Drone assassinations are extra-judicial killings. You know, they're illegal under international law, illegal under the U.S. Constitution. After the vigil, the demonstration moved to Gregory Park for a picnic and informal discussion on the issues. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.