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David Hearne Author of Hulagu’s Web is Interviewed by WMPL News Veteran Maryann Schulze
David Hearne the author of the controversial political thriller “Hulagu’s Web – The Presidential Pursuit of Senator Katherine Laforge” will be interviewed by WMPL AM 920 host Maryann Schulze Tuesday – November 3, 2009 at 4:10 pm. - November 02, 2009 - Subterfuge Publishing
Federal Reserve Author G. Edward Griffin to Address Participants at Myrtle Beach Freedom Weekend
Conference November 14 and 15, 2009 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina filled with educational programs geared toward promoting the principles which the founding fathers adhered to in crafting the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. - November 01, 2009 - Myrtle Beach Freedom Weekend
A New Political Medium is Born
MyStatesBook.com is a new website where American Citizens can Discuss, Research, and Vote on Issues affecting the Nation. - November 01, 2009 - MyStatesBook
The Government’s Regulations Hope to Stop Loan Modification Companies from Over Charging with High Up Front Fees, Making a do It Yourself Loan Modification the Best Bet
HAMP’s efforts falling short, a Do It Yourself Loan Modification puts the ball in the homeowners court. www.myloanmodificationstation.com can help them make the process easier. - October 27, 2009 - Mortgage Solutions
Obama Loan Modification Laws and "Home Affordable Modification Program" Not Helping Homeowners Quick Enough
A Loan Modification can be the only answer for homeowners facing foreclosure. Homeowners should educate themselves on the benefits of a Do It Yourself Loan Modification www.UsLoanModificationLaw.com helps home owners in this process. - October 27, 2009 - US Loan Modification Laws
BORDC’s, Shahid Buttar Joins BlogTalkRadio Host Sheila Dean on “Waking Up Orwell” October 22, 2008, at 9:00 am CST
Shahid Buttar, the National Director for the Bill of Rights Defense Committee and joins the program to discuss recent legislative actions and the Patriot Act. The BORDC has made haste to activate local governments and State level authority to push back against unconstitutional lawmaking at the federal levels. - October 22, 2009 - BeatTheChip.org
Whig National Committee Officially Returns to DC, Announces Two More Congressional Candidates
Initially founded by Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, the Modern Whig Party continues to build its national presence. - October 21, 2009 - Whig National Committee
Follow the Money
Citizens can track money contributed to political campaigns. - October 18, 2009 - Bob Robinson for State Representative Eaton County
Whig Party Revival Continues with Announcement of Two Additional Congressional Candidates
On Monday, October 19th, 2009 the Florida Modern Whig Party will be announcing two new candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives. - October 18, 2009 - Baldassari for Assembly 2009
Liberty for Maine and Virtual Galt to Distribute Sermon on the Mount
Today, Liberty for Maine and Virtual Galt jointly announce it will begin distribution of a special edition of the Sermon on the Mount. Included in the document is a special introduction written by James Oaksun, chair of Liberty for Maine and president of Virtual Galt. The introduction specifically addresses the applicability of the Sermon to treatment of gay men and lesbians in civil society. - October 17, 2009 - Virtual Galt
The Mike & Winey Show: Sheriff Joe Arpaio Shares Startling Revelations with the Duo
The Mike & Winey show spent almost 30 minutes with Sheriff Joe Arpaio on Saturday, October 10, 2009 - October 17, 2009 - The Mike and Winey Show
Baldassari Supports Daggett in Unlikely Endorsement - NJ Assembly 14th District
NJ Assembly Candidate Gene Baldassari endorsed independent Gubernatorial candidate Chris Daggett. This was unlikely endorsement due to some differing views on some important issues. However, Baldassari noted that the main issue is to break the paralysis in Trenton that is causing the legislature to destroy businesses and jobs. - October 16, 2009 - Baldassari for Assembly 2009
In Ahuntsic-Cartierville Party Candidates Follow Independent Giovanna Giancaspro’s Lead
Zaki Ghavitian, Vision Montreal mayoral candidate in Ahunstic-Cartiersville, has endorsed a major element of Giovanna Giancaspro’s platform in his campaign pamphlet. For years, Ms Giancaspro has been fighting to rid Montreal of excessive parking meters rates. Now one of Vision’s highest profile candidates has included a promise to shut down meters on Sundays and in the evening during the week in his campaign materials. - October 16, 2009 - Campaign to Elect Giovanna Giancaspro
Thousands Expected to Attend October 17, 2009 Healthcare Reform Tea Party on Boston Common
What was initially expected to be a simple anti-Obama-care march on the Boston Common has grown to thousands of citizens interested in coming out to participate in the Healthcare Reform Tea Party. The event location has been confirmed as The Parkman Bandstand, The Boston Common, with guest speakers... - October 15, 2009 - GOPMOM.COM
NJ Rallies Again for Vaccination Choice at William Paterson University on October 16, Large Numbers of Concerned Voters Gather at Governor's Debate in Wayne, NJ
With pandemic swine flu dominating the headlines, and half of all adults refusing to get the controversial new H1N1 vaccine, there is heightened awareness about importance of vaccination choice. Hundreds of voters, parents, health care workers, students and concerned citizens expected to gather to send a strong message to the three candidates for governor and all major press outlets on site covering the gubernatorial debate. - October 15, 2009 - Life Health Choices
Newberry Dazzles Winter Haven During First Public Campaign Appearance
Newberry makes an impressive showing in first public campaign appearance for Florida House District 66 in Winter Haven. - October 13, 2009 - Friends of Newberry for Florida House - District 66
Is It Legal To - Legal Forum Surpasses 10,000 Members in Under 10 Months
Leading free legal forum Is It Legal To announces reaching the 10,000 member milestone in under 10 months. - October 09, 2009 - Is It Legal To
X-Factor Emerging for 2010 Orange County Mayoral Race
Veterans Advocate and Publicist Frank Torres to launch voter awareness campaign for 2010 Florida Elections. - October 07, 2009 - Frank Torres Strategies
Meet and Greet Gary Newberry - Candidate for Florida House District 66
The Friends of Newberry for Florida House District 66 is hosting a "Meet and Greet Gary Newberry" Saturday, October 10, 2009, in Winter Haven, Florida. - October 07, 2009 - Friends of Newberry for Florida House - District 66
D. England Design Launches Political T Shirt Retail Website
A new web site, politicalabsurditees.com offers conservative political statement T shirts with a humorous edge. The simple, bold designs are intended to get attention and express the wearer's point or political sentiments. - October 06, 2009 - David England Illustration & Design
“Green Solutions,” Local-to-Global:
ECOfashion Pioneer Marci Zaroff Introduces Al Gore to South Florida. - October 02, 2009 - B2BGLOBAL.COM
Judge Geary Kull Receives High Ratings from Bar Associations in Bid for Circuit Court Judge in the 9th Subcircuit
On July 19, Judge Geary Kull announced his intent to run for election to the office of Judge of the 9th Subcircuit of the Circuit Court of Cook County. Judge Kull currently sits on the bench after being appointed to the court this past May by Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice Thomas Fitzgerald. - October 02, 2009 - Judge Geary Kull
Sakalosky Ready for Terry
Nebraska Republican Matt Sakalosky, who is challenging Lee Terry for the District 2 Republican Congressional ticket, will respond publicly this Friday to Terry's statements, from a recent Nebraskawatchdog.org interview, where Terry objected to and dismissed Sakalosky's primary challenge as a,... - October 02, 2009 - Matt Sakalosky for Congress
Bookies Think 60.01% to 65% of Irish Voters Will Vote ‘Yes’ in Lisbon Referendum
European bookmakers William Hill are offering odds on the important Lisbon treaty referendum which takes places in Ireland this Friday, 2nd October. This is the second referendum on the controversial European Union treaty. The first time the Irish electorate rejected the change in legislation and threw the European organisation into chaos. However, this time the bookies odds and the latest opinion polls suggest that it'll be second time lucky for the 'Yes' campaign. - October 02, 2009 - williamhill.com
State Representative for Eaton County Candidate Bob Robinson Appointed to United Way Board of Directors
Bob Robinson, candidate for state representative for Michigan House District 71 in Eaton County was appointed to the Board of Directors for the Eaton County United Way on Wednesday, September 23. - October 01, 2009 - Bob Robinson for State Representative Eaton County
Brian Falldin's Challenge to Michele Bachmann's Constituents Answered?
In a stunning development to Brian Falldin’s challenge to Michele Bachmann’s constituents, a conservative caller named “Bob” defended Michele Bachmann’s poor record in Minnesota’s Sixth Congressional District by saying conservative voters elected her “to... - September 30, 2009 - brianfalldin.com
Today Museums Across the Country Launch Public Dialogues on Immigration
Starting Wednesday, September 30, the Immigration Sites of Conscience, a national network of museums, is launching new programs where everyday people add their voices to the national debates around immigration. - September 30, 2009 - International Coalition of Sites of Conscience
The "Human Food Factor": a New Book Release
This book describes a provocative viewpoint concerning where we are going as a society, who is taking us there and why. - September 29, 2009 - Howard R. Axtell Publishing
New Hampshire Readies for 23rd Global Peace Event
Local Non-Profit Announces Youth Leaders Selected to Participate in the 2009/2010 Peace Initiative - September 28, 2009 - Friends Forever USA
Democratic Speechwriter Issues Challenge to Michele Bachmann
Last night on AM950 KTNF's Minnesota Matters Radio Show, Democratic Speechwriter and Minnesota Matters guest host Brian Falldin issued a challenge to Rep. Michele Bachmann and her supporters to name one thing she has done for the benefit of Minnesota’s 6th Congressional District. After nearly... - September 28, 2009 - brianfalldin.com
Gary Newberry Kicks Off Campaign for Florida House - District 66
Gary Newberry, of Winter Haven, officially kicked off his 2010 run for Florida House – District 66 Tuesday night, with a fundraiser held at the Winter Haven Garden Center. - September 25, 2009 - Friends of Newberry for Florida House - District 66
Fighting Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell at Harvard Harvard Humanists Honor Lt. Dan Choi for Commitment to Equal Rights
The Humanist Chaplaincy at Harvard (HCH) and the Harvard Gay & Lesbian Caucus will honor Lt. Dan Choi and his commitment to equal rights for gays in the military on September 17. On March 19, 2009, Lt. Dan Choi announced he was gay to MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow. Overnight he became the courageous face of opposition to the U.S. Military’s “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy. Lt. Choi will receive HCH's first ever award for Service to Humanity, to be given annually to a Harvard student. - September 18, 2009 - Humanist Chaplaincy at Harvard University
Lupus Research Institute National Coalition Goes to Washington
LRI Advocacy Day on the Hill Promotes Health Care Concerns of Lupus Patients. - September 17, 2009 - Lupus Research Institute
MobileCause Acquires iPhone Mobile Giving Technology Company; Mobile Payment System Technology Helps Non-Profits Connect with New Donors
MobileCause has acquired Iugo.me LLC, a technology company serving non-profits that deploys innovative mobile giving solutions for cell phones, smartphones, and other mobile platforms including the iPhone, Blackberry, and Palm Pre. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. - September 14, 2009 - MobileCause
IIMSAM Official Dr. Naseer Homoud Congratulated the World on International Day of Democracy
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud’ message on International Democracy Day. Dr. Naseer call upon the governments to realize the grave issues related to world hunger and malnutrition so that real essence of democracy is achieved to all sections of the society. - September 14, 2009 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Operation Life Transformed's "Three Step Transformation" Receives 2009 Newman's Own Award
Fisher House Foundation Inc., Newman's Own Inc., and Military Times Media Group Supports Life Improvements for Military Families. - September 11, 2009 - Operation Life Transformed
Post 9/11 Veterans Revive the Historic Whig Party
Thousands of Iraq/Afghan Veterans have launched a new political party designed to address many of the problems that plague American Politics. They have a New Jersey Assembly candidate in 2009 and a Florida Congressional candidate who is ready for the 2010 election. - September 11, 2009 - Baldassari for Assembly 2009
Al Gore "Green Solutions" Event in Boca Raton, an Intriguing Speech on Environmental Sustainability
Vice President Al Gore comes to South Florida on November 14th - Boca Raton, Mizner Park. Speaking the An Inconvenient Truth - 90 min lecture speech. - September 10, 2009 - B2BGLOBAL.COM
Liberty For Maine Urges "No" Vote on Question One; Supports Full Marriage Equality
Liberty For Maine, a statewide freedom and liberty advocacy group, announced today its strong opposition to Ballot Question One, and urged all Maine residents who love liberty to oppose the measure. James Oaksun, a Saco businessman and state chair of Liberty For Maine, stated that: “It is... - September 09, 2009 - Liberty For Maine
Successful California Businessman and Humanitarian … James O. Mason Announces His Candidacy for Governor of California in 2010
Elect James Mason For Governor of California in 2010 [Innovative Leadership] - September 09, 2009 - Elect James Mason for Governor of California
Costa Rica Joins World Green Building Council
The Costa Rica chapter of the Green Building Council (www.crgbc.org) was notified of induction into the World Green Building Council (www.worldgbc.org). Environmental sustainability in Costa Rica is a major social concern as the country covers 0.01% of the world's land surface yet contains over 5%... - September 02, 2009 - Virtus 1 Costa Rica Real Estate
First Female Head of State to Receive Passion Award
On September 5, 2009, Vigdís Finnbogadóttir, fourth President of Iceland and the first elected female head of state, will receive The Global Passion Award in Reykjavik, Iceland. This award is presented to individuals in countries around the world who have been an inspiration to live passion-based lives. Recipients of this award are recognized for the major contributions they have made to creating a Passion-Based Economy. - August 31, 2009 - Enlightened Alliances, LLC
Kansas City Film Buffs Brace for Premiere of Award-Winning Documentary Targeting Their City in Investigations of Eminent Domain 'Abuse'
‘Begging for Billionaires’ covers ten years of controversial eminent domain takings in Kansas City and St. Louis. The exclusive, one-time screening is set for 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19 as an official selection of the Kansas International Film Festival. - August 28, 2009 - Begging for Billionaires
Bob Robinson for State Representative of Eaton County to Walk 100 Miles for Jobs
Bob Robinson wants to go to Lansing, Michigan to help make jobs for Michigan and Eaton County residents, and he’s willing to walk 100 miles across the county to tell people about the kinds of jobs he thinks can be created. Robinson, who is running as a candidate for State Representative of... - August 26, 2009 - Bob Robinson for State Representative Eaton County
California Tow Truck Association Applauds Decision of City Council to Stay Out of Vehicle Storage Business
The California Tow Truck Association (CTTA) applauds the San Bernardino City Council members who unanimously voted to reject the proposal presented by the San Bernardino Police Department to create a city run impound yard on Monday, August 17, 2009. According to an article in the Contra Costa... - August 24, 2009 - California Tow Truck Association
Humanity First USA Celebrates the UN's Humanitarian Day with a Generous Donation
The United Nations celebrated its first anniversary of Humanitarian Day on Wednesday, August 19, 2009. To celebrate this occasion, Munum Naeem, Executive director of Humanity First USA (HFUSA) met with the Director of UNRWA (a subsidiary organ of the United Nations), Mr. Andrew Whitley, and donated $20,000 on behalf of HFUSA. - August 23, 2009 - Humanity First
Sakalosky to Host Town Hall Meeting
House of Representatives Candidate Matt Sakalosky will be holding a town hall meeting on Sunday, August 30th, at 2:00pm, at the German-American Society, in Omaha. Sakalosky is challenging Lee Terry for the 2nd Congressional District, on the Republican ticket. Sakalosky’s experience as a... - August 22, 2009 - Matt Sakalosky for Congress
Laura Bramble from The Political Simpleton Gets Recognized for Her Outstanding Work
Laura Bramble from The Political Simpleton gets praise for her outstanding participation in submitting articles at The Governors Club in Tallahassee, Florida. Laura has been instrumental in getting their editors area of their page on track and has received many local and state awards for her work. - August 22, 2009 - The Political Simpleton
Orange Juice Acquires Democratic Blogger Paul Lucas
The Orange Juice Blog, which is the dominant political blog in Orange County, has acquired a new Democratic blogger, former Assembly candidate Paul Lucas. Lucas ran for the 68th Assembly District in 2006, and for the Garden Grove City Council in 2008. He is a past member of the Democratic Party of... - August 19, 2009 - Orange Juice Blog
VentureDNA Releases ToonsWare, a Premiere Mobile App for the Apple iPhone, Featuring Syndicated Editorial Cartoons in Partnership with Tribune Media Services
ToonsWare now available in the Apple iTunes App Store and Features Syndicated Editorial Cartoons through a Partnership with Tribune Media Services. You won’t have to tear out cartoons from your daily newspaper to scan and share, you can get them delivered daily to your iPhone to view, rate, discuss, and share with others via email. - August 11, 2009 - VentureDNA