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Buffer Seeks Votes on September 9 for San Pedro Council
Ray Buffer, seeks to fill one of 5 open seats on the Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council. Voting takes place September 9, and Buffer is a write-in candidate. - August 17, 2008 - Campaign To Elect Ray Buffer
Candidates Unmasked: Obama is Batman to McCain's Captain America
In recent light-hearted interviews with EW.com, presidential candidate Barack Obama indicated that his favorite superheroes were Spiderman and Batman, while John McCain favored Batman. Although the candidates may see themselves as identifying with the traits of these characters, what does America think? Recent poll data from E-Poll Market Research suggests that Obama’s personality profile most closely matches that of Batman, while McCain's personality matches Captain America. - August 15, 2008 - E-Poll Market Research
Wake Yo Game Up
A nonprofit organization that produces events to mobilize the Hip Hop Community. - August 13, 2008 - Town Business Network
9/11 First Responders Inspire New York Musician to Help Out
Days after the Twin Towers fell, thousands of first responders aided New York in its devastating crisis, giving Americans a great sense of hope. Seven years later, many of those heroes have been forgotten—and worse, over 15,000 have become gravely ill. - August 12, 2008 - Arbor Books Inc.
Does Obama Share E-Score® Attributes with Britney and Paris as Alleged by McCain?
According to E-Poll's Celebrity Ranking service E-Score, while the McCain team may have grabbed onto similarities in key E-Score popularity traits of the young starlets that made for an interesting ad, the McCain campaign must have inadvertently left off some of the other prestigious... - August 09, 2008 - E-Poll Market Research
Gailey Associates, Inc Retained on Behalf of Prop 11
Gailey Associates, Inc. has been retained to conduct Public Safety Outreach on behalf of Proposition 11, California Voters First Act. William Gailey, Chairman, and Political practice leader for the firm, will head this effort on behalf of Gailey Associates, Inc. The California Voters First Act -... - August 07, 2008 - Gailey Associates Inc.
Morton Grove Action Party Annual Picnic
The Action Party of Morton Grove will hold its Annual Picnic on Sunday, August 17, 2008 from 12 Noon to 5 PM at the American Legion Memorial Civic Center located at 6140 Dempster Street in Morton Grove where all residents of the village and their families are welcome. - August 07, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Dawah International, LLC Presents Change - The Obama Song
Dawah International, LLC, a multimedia group, produces a song about Barack Obama. - July 31, 2008 - Dawah International, LLC
Pastor Baldwin Will Return to "I Object! Justice Examined" to Discuss His Positions Regarding Policy and Current Events
Tune in on Thursday, July 31, 2008 at 3 PM E.T. for another exciting interview with Pastor Chuck Baldwin. - July 30, 2008 - "I Object! Justice Examined"
Harry Reid Holds Hearing on FLDS
Sen. Harry Reid is holding a hearing of the Senate Judiciary Committee about the FLDS . Find out who is invited to testify and who is not. At 3 PM E.T., Thursday, July 24, 2008, Jerri Ward will be discussing this on "I Object! Justice Examined" at Right Talk Radio with a panel of... - July 23, 2008 - "I Object! Justice Examined"
End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Campaign, Welcomed at European Meeting
Dr. Mary Galinski, Founder and President of the Malaria Foundation International, attended the International Conference on Malaria held April 21-22 in Bonn, Germany: Joining Forces, Synergizing Action, Sustainable and innovative ways of ensuring long-term prevention and treatment measures by 2015. The MFI's End Malaria - Blue Ribbon pins were welcomed at the meeting. - July 22, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
WinningElections Blog – a New Resource for Republican Candidates Nationwide
New Blog and Service for Republican Candidates Nationwide. - July 20, 2008 - IRPW
Detention of Iranian HIV/AIDS Pioneers in Iran
Asia Society Expresses Deep Concern Over Detention of Iranian HIV/AIDS Pioneers in Iran -- Drs. Arash and Kamiar Alaei -- Asia Society Fellows - July 18, 2008 - Asia Society
Ecumen Provides Presidential Candidates 10 Top Reasons to Discuss Long-Term Care Reform
Senior housing provider Ecumen highlights reasons for financing reforms necessary in the American age wave. - July 17, 2008 - Ecumen
NCADA PAC Endorses Judicial Candidates for 2008 Appellate Races
The N.C. Defense Fund, the political action committee of the North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys, endorses the following candidates seeking seats on the North Carolina Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. - July 16, 2008 - NC Association of Defense Attorneys
Chuck Baldwin Discusses His Candidacy for President as the Nominee of the Constitution Party in an Interview with Jerri Lynn Ward on "I Object! Justice Examined"
Pastor Baldwin discusses his run for President and how the Republican Party has let-down social conservatives. - July 16, 2008 - "I Object! Justice Examined"
New Book on Former NY Governor Mario Cuomo
There are few books written on the former NY Governor Mario Cuomo. However, a new book sheds light on inner thought during some controversial times. Erin Golembiewski published her first work on July 10, 2008 entitled Mario Cuomo's Private Affairs and Public Responsibility. Mario Cuomo served as... - July 13, 2008 - Erin Golembiewski
Nothing Second-Hand About Giving: DirectBuy of Buffalo Donates Furniture and Fixtures to Buffalo’s Delaware Avenue Baptist Church
DirectBuy of Buffalo donated imperfect furniture, fixtures and other items to the Delaware Avenue Baptist Church of Buffalo’s benevolent fund. - July 09, 2008 - DirectBuy
American Independent Party of California Nominates Baldwin/Castle for President/VP
The American Independent Party of California, at its State Convention in Los Angeles on June 28th and 29th at the Westin Los Angeles Airport Hotel, announces its continued affiliation with the national Constitution Party and its endorsement of Chuck Baldwin and Darrell Castle as its Presidential... - July 03, 2008 - American Independent Party of California
Action Party Salutes NW Suburban Jewish Congregation's 50th
Action Party of Morton Grove Congratulates the Northwest Suburban Jewish Congregation's 50 years of service to the Jewish community of Morton Grove. - June 28, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Executive Director of Computer Companies United Against Terrorism (CCUAT) Warns Against Government Loss of it’s “Eyes and Ears on the Ground” leading to another 9/11
Leading computer industry spokesperson on Counter Terror Readiness, speaks out against blinding Government Anti-Terror Agencies through lack of ongoing funding or by deterrents against public reporting. - June 27, 2008 - CompAmerica
Denver's Highlands Square to Roll Out Red, White, and Blue Carpet for Democratic National Convention (DNC) Visitors
Unconventional Fare in Highlands Square Days to Include Free Shuttle, Dining, Shopping, and Spa Specials. - June 27, 2008 - Highlands Merchant Association
After Selling Over $100 Million in Balzac Toys, Mary Rodas is Now Giving Balzac2 Away for Free at BalzacToys.com
Mary Rodas, who was an original and youngest member ever admitted to the Hispanic American Hall of Fame and in her teens had her life story as the "Teenage Toy Tycoon" featured in magazines, newspapers, radio and television shows around the world, has announced that all Balzac2 balls are... - June 25, 2008 - Balzac Toys
Southern Greens Move Ahead
Eugene Platt has served the voters of James Island since he was first elected to the Public Service District in 1993. For as long he has served the democratic Party. Today he is running for the South Carolina House of Representatives on the Green Party line, and is the Green Party's Low Country director. - June 21, 2008 - South Carolina Green Party
Thinkscan.com Announces Results of CNN-Sponsored Study to Measure Effectiveness of Political Attack Ads
Study by Thinkscan.com provides concrete evidence that political attack ads have a significant and measurable impact on voter opinion, and work by affecting unconscious associations, regardless of what people consciously report. - June 20, 2008 - Thinkscan LLC
Pet the Puppy Bill - Colorado House Bill HB 1042
If signed by Governor Ritter in the coming weeks, HB 1042 will pave the way for animal massage practitioners to practice their trade without veterinary supervision. - June 20, 2008 - Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure Massage
Tax Sheltered Asset Protection and Appreciation in Paradise- Free eSeminar on Costa Rica Real Estate
Costa Rica Real Estate E-Seminar Invitation Date: June 24, 2008 Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Est.) Costa Rica has one of the most appealing investment environments in the world. One of the reasons being its tax system is much less complicated than the United States, Canada and Europe, offering great... - June 19, 2008 - Hacienda Matapalo
Reshaping the Presidency: New Web Site Invites Essays on Obama
WhyObamaBook.com Will Publish Book of Best Submissions. - June 12, 2008 - WhyObamaBook.com
Comedian’s Support Brings Attention to Democratic Campaign
Jade Esteban Estrada performs at event for Tallahassee candidate Alma Gonzalez. - June 11, 2008 - Jade Esteban Estrada
Action Party Launches New Website
The Action Party of Morton Grove is very pleased to announce the launch of an entirely new website with dates, information and important links to many sites that will interest the citizens of Morton Grove, Illinois. - June 07, 2008 - Action Party of Morton Grove
Tribute to WWII Veterans & Remembers June 6, 1944 - D-Day
View World War II remembrance photos-dedicated to all who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during World War II and moreover throughout history. - June 07, 2008 - VetFriends.com
Presidential Candidate Tells God Spare Life Author: “Your Struggle to Break Boundaries Never Before Crossed is Truly Inspirational”
Senator Barack Obama writes to Dr. Claudia Thomas, author of God Spare Life and America's first black female orthopedic surgeon, thanking her for the copy of her autobiography. Obama also encourages Claudia to continue spreading her message about overcoming diversity. - June 07, 2008 - Windsor Media Enterprises, LLC
British Intelligence Magazine Praises Raleigh Spy Conference
Eye Spy, Great Britain’s leading intelligence publication, praises the 5th Annual Raleigh Spy Conference in its current issue, calling it “an unprecedented, bold effort” to dispel CIA myths and inform a lay audience about the intelligence community. The two-page spread, entitled... - May 24, 2008 - Metro Magazine
Alive Mind Partners with the Military Association of Atheists and Freethinkers on "The Atheism Tapes" DVD to Support Specialist Jeremy Hall and His Constitutional Rights
Contribute to the Military Association of Atheists and Freethinkers and Support a Soldier's Constitutional Right When You Buy the Popular Series “The Atheism Tapes” Featuring Richard Dawkins and Daniel Dennett this Memorial Day Weekend. - May 23, 2008 - Alive Mind
With November Election in Sight, Students Learn to Grapple with Controversial Issues Through "Dialogue, Discussion, and Debate"
Walch Education has just released Dialogue, Discussion, and Debate: Social Studies and Dialogue, Discussion, and Debate: Science. The two volumes help middle- and high-school teachers to take advantage of current and historical controversies in social studies and science, bringing the conversation... - May 23, 2008 - Walch Education
National Celiac Awareness Measure Garners Unprecedented Support Industry, Consumers and Policy Makers Back Legislation
The American Celiac Disease Alliance (ACDA) announces unprecedented support for bill by Rep. Nita Lowey recognizing May as National Celiac Disease Awareness Month. The measure also emphasizes the important role dietitians play in helping celiac patients, and urges more funding for celiac research. Major medical groups, pharmaceutical companies, food manufacturers and patient support groups have endorsed the bill. - May 17, 2008 - American Celiac Disease Alliance
Petitions Certified for Kent Bjorklund for Osceola County Commissioner, District 3 (Florida)
Kent Bjorklund, a minister, business consultant, and Osceola County resident since 1983, is a strong candidate for Osceola County Commissioner, District 3. He has gathered a sufficient number of petitions to get on the ballot for the primary in August, 2008. These petitions were officially certified by the Osceola County Supervisor of Elections on April 8, 2008. - May 17, 2008 - The Kent Bjorklund for Osceola County Commissioner Campaign
Ralph Nader Proclaims Five Counts for Impeachment of George W. Bush to PR.com in Candid Interview
In an interview with PR.com’s Senior Editor, Allison Kugel, Ralph Nader details five charges for alleged credible impeachment of George W. Bush and Dick Cheney. - May 16, 2008 - PR.com
The Smartsley Technology Group Announce Its Sponsorship of The Kid Owned Company M2ObamaTees.com
The Smartsley Technology Group, an RTP based website development & IT firm, announces its sponsorship of www.m2obamatees.com. M2 Designs is a kid owned business providing unique t-shirt designs, supporting their Presidential Candidate of choice, Barack Obama. - May 16, 2008 - Smartsley Technology Group
MURCON Releases Jackson County Decision 2008 Website
Local website and database design firm CEO, tired of not being able to find a centralized place to view relevant political candidate information, develops and launches candidate information portal in Jackson County, Georgia. - May 15, 2008 - Murphy Consulting, Inc.
AOL and BlogTalkRadio Create Daily Hot Seat Radio Show
BlogTalkRadio (www.blogtalkradio.com), the first citizen broadcasting network, and AOL News (news.aol.com), have created a daily online talk radio show focusing on AOL News’ Hot Seat question of the day. The show, called AOL Hot Seat Question of the Day, will be available to listeners on BlogTalkRadio, (www.blogtalkradio.com/AOL-Hot-Seat), and AOL’s Political Machine blog, (news.aol.com/political-machine) and hosted by BlogTalkRadio’s Media Lizzy. - May 10, 2008 - BlogTalkRadio
War Room Logistics Poll Shows John McCain Tied with Hillary Clinton, Leads Barack Obama in Florida, with Economy Number One Issue
A poll conduct April 30-May 1 of 623 registered voters in Florida, shows John McCain tied with Hillary Clinton and John McCain beating Barack Obama by 7%. Also, shows Economy #1 issue. - May 06, 2008 - War Room Logistics, LLC
Circa Savannah Acquires Rare Collection of Georgia Historical Documents
King George II in 1732, by granting a charter to James Oglethorpe, the King created the Province of Georgia in British North America, which was named after him. Two hundred and seventy-six years later, Circa Savannah is proud to have original signed documents from the King whom the state is named after. - May 03, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
WMX Systems, LLC Offers WiMAX in Denver
WMX WiMAX will bring "instant on" and disaster recovery services at lower telecom rates to Denver in time for Democratic National Convention - May 01, 2008 - WMX Systems, LLC
A New Choice: Announcing an Independent Candidate for President
A. J. Wildman is officially announcing his intent to run as an Independent candidate for President in the November National Elections. His objective is to provide the American Voters with a third and viable choice. He wants to offer real leadership in the Democratic Revolution that is now required. - April 30, 2008 - Virtualbookworm.com Publishing
Members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic Boycott Team and Subjects of New Book Speak on Talk of Olympic Boycott
The athletes are profiled in the New Chapter Press released book "Boycott: Stolen Dreams of the 1980 Moscow Olympic Games." - April 21, 2008 - New Chapter Press
Film by America
Political documentary calls on the masses for funding. - April 19, 2008 - Red, White & Blue
Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Opposes Alcoa Relicensing
Justice Bob Orr, Republican candidate for North Carolina Governor, has publicly announced his opposition of Alcoa’s request to obtain a 50-year license to control, govern and sustain ownership of water flowing from the Yadkin River, one of the longest rivers in North Carolina. Justice Orr... - April 18, 2008 - Stanly County
Happiness is Good Politics
Happiness is good for political campaigns. This notice promotes new book Happiness in Five Minutes a Day. - April 16, 2008 - Vince Chiles
Steve Francis, Candidate for San Diego Mayor, Adds New TV Ad to San Diego Mayoral Campaign Coverage
San Diego mayoral candidate Steve Francis reveals latest TV ad installment, depicting broom sweeping special interests from City Hall, now running on San Diego Broadcast Channels. - April 14, 2008 - Steve Francis for Mayor