Win Without War, a 501(c)(4) organization, has launched notwhatyousignedupfor.org, a website designed to provide resources to military members regarding their rights and responding to potentially unlawful orders. The initiative, which explicitly advises service members to avoid using military devices for access, aims to connect them with peer counseling, legal support, and other resources. The organization, previously known as New Security Action, lists Open Society as a major financial backer.
The website highlights several partner organizations, including About Face: Veterans Against War, the GI Rights Hotline, and the National Lawyers Guild. Win Without War's leadership has publicly stated their engagement with Congress, as noted on their "About Page." The notwhatyousignedupfor.org campaign has expanded, utilizing digital billboards, notably in Chicago, to reach military personnel.
The National Lawyers Guild (NLG), one of the featured partners, has drawn scrutiny due to its historical association with far-left activism and recent allegations of supporting Antifa. Founded in 1937, the NLG is known for its legal advocacy on behalf of civil rights, anti-war movements, and marginalized groups. While the organization maintains its commitment to social justice and human rights, its past and present activities have made it a controversial entity for some observers.
Win Without War, a progressive foreign policy advocacy group, focuses on promoting diplomatic solutions over military intervention. Its funding from the Open Society Foundations, a philanthropic network founded by George Soros, aligns with its stated mission to influence U.S. foreign policy. The website's content and its emphasis on service members' rights reflect a broader effort by the organization to engage with military personnel directly.
The launch of notwhatyousignedupfor.org underscores a growing trend of non-governmental organizations providing alternative support networks for military members. This initiative, while framed as a resource for service members, also highlights the complex interplay between advocacy groups, philanthropic foundations, and military affairs, particularly concerning issues of dissent and legal rights within the armed forces.