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Author Launches New Book, "Debunking the Kremlin's Propaganda: A Pathway to Truth and Peace," Exposing the Dangerous Narratives Shaping Global Perceptions
Tekworld Publishing proudly announces the release of David Lucky's new book, "Debunking the Kremlin's Propaganda: A Pathway to Truth and Peace." Available in Paperback and Kindle, this book exposes and refutes Kremlin propaganda with facts, evidence, and credible references, while offering a peace plan to counter misinformation and promote global stability. - September 19, 2024 - David Lucky
Ecology Center to Host Special Screening of “Between the Sun and the Sidewalk” to Support Berkeley Soda Tax
On November 5, it's Berkeley Vs Big Soda…again. In 2014, Berkeley championed the first successful US campaign to tax sugary drink companies and support health equity. In the following years it spread to Oakland, San Francisco, Albany, and jumped states to Philidelpia, PA and Boulder CO. In... - September 17, 2024 - Ecology Center
America's Counterfeit Democracy - Taking #1 and #2 Spots in Politics on Amazon.com
America’s Counterfeit Democracy: Rule of the Power Elite, published on September 2, 2024 by Simms Books Publishing Corporation, has quickly risen to prominence in political literature and debuted at #1 in Social Theory, #2 in Political Parties, and #2 in Political Philosophy. In this politically charged era, author, historian, and political analyst, Michael C. Anderson, delves into how the political rights of the public have been sidelined in pursuit of elite goals. - September 17, 2024 - Michael C. Anderson
Gjonaj Seeks UAW Endorsement
Nik Gjonaj (Joan-eye), Republican candidate for Oakland County Executive, announced today that he supports Joe Rozell, and the members of UAW Local 889, in their negotiations with Oakland county for a pay raise simply to keep up with the cost of living. Gjonaj has asked to meet with the UAW and... - September 11, 2024 - Nik For Oakland
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett to Headline Exclusive Cocktail Reception in Dallas, TX
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett will be the featured guest at an exclusive Cocktail Reception and Meet & Greet in Dallas, TX, on October 2, 2024. The event celebrates her appointment as the National Co-Chair for the Harris-Walz presidential campaign and offers attendees an opportunity to engage with the Congresswoman. Hosted by Nikki Cloud, this special evening will honor Congresswoman Crockett’s contributions to transformative change on a national scale. - September 07, 2024 - Nikki Cloud & Key Team
Melanie L. Campbell, President & CEO NCBCP, Convener, BWR to Discuss the Upcoming Presidential Debate & Release the 11th Annual BWR Report at Media Briefing: 9/10/24
On the heels of the first debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and President Donald Trump, Black Women Leaders will convene in Washington, DC to release perspectives and studies, in the form of Essays, which will emphasize the critical role Black women will play in shaping the outcome of the November 2024 Election. - September 06, 2024 - NCBCP
Co-Chair of Harris/Walz Campaign Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett Joins Community Conversation at Huston-Tillotson University in Austin This Saturday
soulciti, in partnership with Austin Woman Magazine, invites you to a powerful community conversation with freshman Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett on Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Huston-Tillotson University, Austin, TX. Moderated by Shuronda Robinson, the event will focus on civic engagement, leadership, and voting. Admission is free, but registration is required. Sponsored by Huston-Tillotson and Six Square. - September 06, 2024 - soulciti
Campaign Now Launches E-Book Titled "Divided We Fall:" 88% of Americans Say Political Polarization Threatens Democracy
New e-book titled “Divided We Fall” by political strategy firm Campaign Now, explores the root causes and impacts of polarization of United States culture and political system - August 30, 2024 - Campaign Now LLC
The Jack Brewer Foundation and Aetna Better Health of Florida CEO Tour South Bay Correctional in Support of Fatherhood Initiatives
Jack Brewer, Chairman of The Jack Brewer Foundation (JBF), and Jennifer Sweet, CEO of Aetna Better Health of Florida, met at South Bay Correctional Facility to discuss their partnership to support fatherhood initiatives in Florida. The collaboration aims to provide resources to fathers, particularly those affected by incarceration, to help them engage in their children's lives and strengthen communities. - August 22, 2024 - The Jack Brewer Foundation
National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, National Urban League and BYV, Host the Unity Coalition "Power of the Ballot" Black Leadership Gathering During DNC
National Black-Led Organizations to Emphasize the Critical Importance of Voting and Its Impact on Preserving Democracy in the 2024 Presidential Election - August 20, 2024 - NCBCP
BB Denson Releases Recording of Eight Politicians and Activists from Houston Singing the Race is On - a Derivative of Glenn Frey's "The Heat is On"
A group of eight politicians and activists in Houston got together the evening of July 16th and did something none of them had done in years, if ever. They recorded a song. The song is called The Race is On and the group is called BB Denson RED. You might recognize the voices of Cactus Jack Cagle (former Harris County Commissioner) and Caroline Kane (currently running for Congress). BB Denson released the song on August 8th, as a follow-up to her first single, Biden Blues (Remix) by BB Denson. - August 14, 2024 - BBDenson.com
Alderwoman Monet S. Wilson's Vision of WE Awards: Celebrating Community Excellence
Alderwoman Monet S. Wilson is thrilled to announce the Inaugural "Vision of WE Community Awards," which will celebrate excellence and unity within our community. This event honors individuals and organizations who are contributing significantly to fostering inclusivity and positive change. Join us in recognizing these outstanding achievements and inspiring future leaders. The ceremony will feature six President's Lifetime Achievement Honorees and special guests. - August 13, 2024 - Alderwoman Monet S. Wilson
PurpleTV Launches Political TV Channel Over Mar-a-Lago and West Palm Beach
PurpleTV has launched a political programming channel over West Palm Beach including Mar-a-Lago. Purple is where blue meets red. - August 01, 2024 - PurpleTV
Healthcare Workforce Advocates Visit Capitol Hill to Urge Passage of Legislation: HWRA, SAVE, and Lorna Breen
Advocates will meet with representatives to discuss legislation to strengthen nursing workforce, protect healthcare workers and support mental health. - July 25, 2024 - Healthcare Workforce Coalition
PurpleTV, a Center-Progressive Political TV Channel, Launches in Columbus, Ohio
PurpleTV, a center-progressive political channel whose tagline is “Where Red meets Blue. And Blue meets Red,” has launched on Channel 25.1 in Columbus, Ohio on TV Station WXOH. PurpleTV programming airs on 25.1 during prime time from 7pm – 11pm, Monday – Friday. It will... - July 23, 2024 - PurpleTV
Surgeon General Declares Gun Violence Public Health Crisis Following July 4 Surge; TGC Worldwide and Cobe Williams Drive Interrupting Violence Campaign in Response
The Surgeon General has declared gun violence a public health crisis following a surge of over 200 incidents on July 4, making it the leading cause of death for U.S. children and adolescents. This issue will be a significant focus at the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago, from August 19-22. Cobe Williams, a National Bestselling Author and violence prevention expert with Cure Violence Global (CVG), emphasizes the need for community-based strategies to reduce violence. - July 15, 2024 - TGC Worldwide
American Gold Star Mothers (AGSM) Elects New National President
The 87th annual National Convention of American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. (AGSM) took place June 2024, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. to vote on amendments to their Constitution, Bylaws and elect new leadership including President, Patti Elliott from North Carolina. Established in 1928 by Congress, members are mothers whose children became missing in action, died while on active duty, or died as a result of such service. - July 15, 2024 - American Gold Star Mothers
Famous Legal Prostitute Comes Out of the Closet as a Conservative Right Wing MAGA Supporter
Air Force Amy, a Famous Legal Prostitute in Nevada and HBO reality series star, comes out of the closet as a Conservative Right Wing MAGA Supporter. At the risk of alienating an entire political party she says she is professing her affiliation and support of Trump in the 2024 Federal election. - July 12, 2024 - Air Force Amy
NCBCP Black Women’s Roundtable Successfully Hosted 10th Annual “Women of Power” Jazz Brunch and Gathering During Essence Fest 2024
The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (NCBCP) and the Black Women’s Roundtable (BWR), in partnership with Mississippi BWR and Louisiana BWR Louisiana, kicked off Essence festivities with “Power Table” discussions during their 10th Annual Women of Power Jazz Brunch... - July 07, 2024 - NCBCP
NCBCP and Black Women’s Roundtable, in Partnership with MS & LA Black Women’s Roundtable and to Host 10th Annual BWR Women of Power Gathering During Essence Festival 2024
The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (NCBCP), National Black Women’s Roundtable (BWR), in partnership with Louisiana Black Women’s Roundtable and Mississippi Black Women’s Roundtable, are thrilled to announce the upcoming 10th Annual “Black Women's Roundtable... - July 04, 2024 - NCBCP
Haynes Foundation Awards $100,000 to UC Irvine School of Social Ecology to Expand UCI-OC Poll
The UCI-OC poll, launched last year, provides reliable survey data on the issues confronting Orange County residents. It also brings business leaders together with elected officials and community members to discuss workable responses to key issues that will influence future investment, business activity and community operations in the county. - June 29, 2024 - UC Irvine School of Social Ecology
Author Alexander Odishelidze and Carlos A. Chardón Unveil a Stark Warning About Chinese Influence in the Caribbean
As a Wall Street Journal bestseller, “America’s Last Fortress” by Alexander Odishelidze has already influenced the debate about Puerto Rico’s independence. Now, with a new foreword by Carlos A. Chardón, former SBA Director for the Caribbean and former Secretary of Education for Puerto Rico, the book is set to refresh the conversation during the US election—especially around China’s growing influence in the region and what’s at stake if Puerto Rico chooses to become an independent nation. - June 28, 2024 - Bublish
Darius Mayfield (NJ) Republican Congressional Nominee Names William Benson, Chairman of Billionaires Row, Campaign Financial Advisor
Billionaires Row Chairman & Founder of Benson Jewish Foundation, William Benson accepts new role as Campaign Strategist advisor & Financial Advisor to Republican Congressional Nominee Darius Mayfield (NJ 12th District) Campaign. - June 28, 2024 - Billionaires Row Global
Presidential Candidate Jasmine Sherman to Engage with LGBTQIA+ Community at NELA Pride Festival
Presidential candidate Jasmine Sherman (they/them) will be welcoming all members of the alphabet gang at the Northeast Louisiana Pride Festival (NELA). Located at 401 Lea Joyner Memorial EXPY Monroe, LA. NELA Pride will be hosting family activities as well as arts and crafts booths. Completing the... - June 23, 2024 - Jasmine Sherman for President
Threats of World War Are the Fault of Reckless U.S. Policy, Says Author A.J. Smuskiewicz
Author of new book "Searching for Truth in the Empire of Lies: An Evolution of Political and Societal Perspectives During the Decline of America and its Empire" blames reckless U.S. foreign policy for raising risk of world war. - June 19, 2024 - A.J. Smuskiewicz
Patrick Henry College Releases a New Online Video Course That Examines the Biblical Doctrine That Human Beings Are Created in the Image of God
Patrick Henry College is excited to announce the release of its first online video course: The Imago Dei; a free eight-lecture course that brings together PHC professors and other distinguished speakers to shed light on some of the most pressing issues facing the church today. In so many ways,... - June 15, 2024 - Patrick Henry College
As State Department Freezes Visas for Healthcare Professionals, Healthcare Workforce Coalition Urges Congress to Pass Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act
With over 102 million Americans living in a federally designated Health Professional Shortage Area, it is critical for the U.S. to bolster the nursing workforce with highly educated and qualified professionals. - June 14, 2024 - Healthcare Workforce Coalition
Re-Release of "Hoofprints in Saguaro Shadows"
New First-Person Perspective for Female Protagonist Rye Dalton. In this tale of courage on the new frontier the novel portrays the complicated dynamics presented in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks, bringing to life the intensified fears and vulnerabilities at the U.S.-Mexico border. The new edition offers readers an immersive first-person perspective through the eyes of Rye Dalton, the strong female protagonist, bringing a deeper emotional connection to the story. - May 23, 2024 - Shay Taggert
Texas A&M University System Joins Texas Nuclear Alliance
The Texas Nuclear Alliance and The Texas A&M University System today announced that the System has joined the Texas Nuclear Alliance as a Founding Member and the Alliance’s first university system member. The Texas Nuclear Alliance is the only industry association in Texas dedicated to the advancement of nuclear technology in the state. - May 20, 2024 - Texas Nuclear Alliance
Home Health Leaders Applaud Bipartisan Senators for Urging CMS to Prioritize Home Health Access
Senators Stabenow and Collins Urge CMS to Consider Value of Medicare Home Health Benefit - May 03, 2024 - Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare
Pod Network Powers Afghanistan Gender Equality Endeavor with Million Women Mentors
Afghan women and girls now have access to mentorship opportunities that pave the way for economic resilience and personal growth, thanks to the Million Women Mentors Initiative for Afghan Women and Girls (MWMA). - May 01, 2024 - POD Network LLC
Healthcare Workforce Coalition Visits Capitol Hill Seeking Solutions to America’s Healthcare Workforce Shortage Crisis
Coalition stakeholders calling on lawmakers to advance proposed solutions to train, grow, and sustain America’s healthcare workforce. - March 20, 2024 - Healthcare Workforce Coalition
Physical Therapy Leaders Applaud Introduction of Bipartisan SAFE Act to Prevent Senior Falls
Introduced by Reps. Miller and Stansbury, the Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly (SAFE) Act aims to increase access to preventative care and reduce dangerous falls among America’s Medicare patients. - March 13, 2024 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Chief Anthony Morales Expresses Opposition to Gondola Construction in Los Angeles
Chief Anthony Morales of the San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians Gabrieleno Tongva has officially voiced his opposition to the proposed construction of a gondola in Los Angeles, citing concerns over its environmental impact and potential disruption to working class communities and historic... - February 22, 2024 - San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians Gabrieleno/Tongva
Safe Rx Releases 3rd Party Validated Prevention and Economic Impact Model for Government and Prevention Community Customer Programming
Safe Rx® today announced the launch of VIDA™, its third-party validated prevention and economic impact model for use in customer prevention programming. Branded VIDA™, an acronym for “Vial Impact Data Analysis” and Spanish for “life,” the model is used for... - February 14, 2024 - Safe Rx
California’s US Senate Primary Draws Record Number of Candidates
The race to fill the vacant seat of the late Senator Feinstein has attracted an unprecedented 27 candidates. - February 09, 2024 - Liberty Cookies
National and State Organizations Join Forces to Launch Phase II of the NCBCP Unity 2024 “Power of the Ballot” National Campaign to Mobilize Voters for Early Voting in SC
The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, in Partnership with the A. Philip Randolph Institute, National Action Network and Over 20 Additional Partners–Unveils "Power of the Ballot: We Won't Be Erased!" National Campaign Statewide Tour in South Carolina, Feb. 1 – 3, 2024, for the First in the Nation Democratic Presidential Primary. - January 26, 2024 - NCBCP
Invitation to Green Party Presidential Forum - January 23, 7 pm
The Green Party of Philadelphia invites you to our Presidential Forum on January 23 at 7 pm, held both on Zoom and in person at 3074 Kensington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19134. The forum will address pressing societal issues, including housing, addiction, family separations, incarceration,... - January 23, 2024 - Jasmine Sherman for President
Florida Veteran Campaign Gaining Steam to Flip Dem-Held Seat
R.A.”Rocky” Rochford is running as a Republican in Florida’s 14th Congressional District. - January 19, 2024 - Committee to Elect "Rocky" Rochford
Clubhouse International Celebrates 30 Years of Change
Clubhouse International, the only global non-profit, non-governmental organization that helps communities around the world create sustainable solutions for mental illness, celebrates the 30th Anniversary of its founding in 2024. Joel D. Corcoran, CEO and Executive Director of Clubhouse... - January 04, 2024 - Clubhouse International
NCBCP Will Host Their 26th Annual Spirit of Democracy Awards, Celebrating the Diversity of Our Democracy
The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (NCBCP) will host its 26th Annual Spirit of Democracy Awards, Celebrating the Diversity of Our Democracy, An Elegant Evening Affair, at The Hamilton Washington, DC on Tuesday, December 12, at 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST. The event, in its 26th... - December 07, 2023 - NCBCP
Healthcare Workforce Coalition Endorses SAVE Act to Protect Hospital Workers from Workplace Violence
Bills would make violence against hospital workers a federal crime. - December 06, 2023 - Healthcare Workforce Coalition
Lehigh County Controller Mark Pinsley Announces Candidacy for Pennsylvania Auditor General
Small Business Owner, Veteran, Swing Region Elected Official Says Only He Can Flip PA Auditor General Seat to Work for the People, Not the Powerful - December 01, 2023 - Friends of Mark Pinsley
Black Men Vote’s Giving Tuesday Fundraiser: a Mission to Empower and Inform
Non-profit Black Men Vote’s Goal is to help Black communities thrive and inform all Black men about the importance of voting. - November 28, 2023 - Black Men Vote
Healthcare Workforce Coalition Applauds Reintroduction of Bipartisan Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act
Bill would allow the entry of nurses with approved immigrant visas and allow physicians with approved immigrant petitions to adjust their status to have a durable immigration status - November 03, 2023 - Healthcare Workforce Coalition
NAFA Decries "Misguided Fiduciary Proposal"
Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Labor released its latest fiduciary rule proposal, rebranded as a “Retirement Security Rule.” With it came proposed changes to the longstanding Prohibited Transaction Exemption 84-24 that has served both retirement savers and those giving financial... - November 01, 2023 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
Kidney Care Partners Disappointed with Final ESRD Prospective Payment System Rule
Community Asks for Congressional Intervention to Address Barriers to Innovation, Workforce Shortage - October 30, 2023 - Kidney Care Partners
Rep. Ryan Rose: Robust Fundraising Fuels Bold Re-Election Bid for District 48
State Representative Ryan Rose of District 48 has declared his re-election campaign, following a strong Q3 fundraising of over $25,500. The campaign highlights include championing The Protect Arkansas Act, tax relief measures, and educational reforms. Rose, with a 100% Pro-Life voting record, prioritizes healthcare, job creation, and veterans' support. Committed to Arkansas Conservative Faith & Family Values, he's set on driving transformative change for Arkansans. - October 14, 2023 - Ryan Rose for Arkansas
Voice of a President: AI Evaluates GOP Candidates Debate Words and Voice Tone Speech Craft Analytics Launches with Powerful AI Tools Fusing Linguistic and Voice Analysis
Speech Craft Analytics announced its launch today, offering unprecedented linguistic and vocal analysis of public figures using artificial intelligence. The startup released its "Presidential Leadership Scorecard" for this week's GOP debate. "We're excited to unveil Speech Craft... - September 29, 2023 - Speech Craft Analytics
BEK TV Presents "Man in America" - an Unfiltered Take on America's Pressing Challenges
BEK TV presents its newest show, "Man in America," hosted by Seth Holehouse. This program delves deep into America's current challenges, emphasizing the potential communist threats the nation faces. This show aims to educate, inspire, and unite viewers around American values, transcending political divides. - September 21, 2023 - BEK.TV