"I cannot take life or be a part of the taking of life, for any cause. I will not choose a paycheck or benefits or the fear of punishment over my guiding principles and what is undeniable in my mind and heart: that war is morally wrong and has no justification."
Editor's note: Some private information has been removed. More about Pablo Paredes. Note that his CO "request was denied by both the courts and the Navy."
REQUEST FOR DESIGNATION AS A CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTOR (A) 1-0
04 January 2005