Mary Hays Weik

Overview

Mary Hays Weik born Greencastle, IN December 18, 1898 (d. 1979). American internationalist author, journalist, and anti-nuclear leader. Chaired Federalist Forum, New York, 1950; promoted International Registry of World Citizens, 1954. Founded American Federation of World Citizens which opposed nuclear weapons and power. Led successful fight against Ravenswood nuclear power plant, 1962. Founded Committee to End Nuclear Hazards; opposed Indian Point plant.

Quotations

“The truth is, we have reached the point where humanity stands face to face with the struggle for money and power. In the face of so much organized greed, there is little chance for human survival unless a determined, rational campaign of opposition is begun. The ordinary citizen today has come to accept the control of his community by a few.” (“The Time Bomb at Infian Point”, Sept. 14, 1966)