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Bestselling, Five-Star-Rated Book Can Change the World, Author Says
According to the author of a just-released book, a new view of reality, which he maintains is rapidly being accepted by alert thought leaders, has the potential to bring together individuals who may be polar opposites, politically, and in the process unite citizens of the USA and perhaps even those of the Free World. The Kindle edition will be free to download from Amazon April 28, 29 and 30. - April 28, 2021 - The Oaklea Press
Will The Mode One Approach Take Over the Dating Scene in NYC?
Democrats in New York are attempting to pass a law that would make it illegal for a man to "trick" women into engaging in non-monogamous sex with him. Assembly Bill A6540 - sponsored by Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright (D-New York City) and co-sponsored by three other Democratic lawmakers - would amend New York state's penal code to define verbal consent as "freely given knowledgeable and informed agreement" that is "obtained without the use of malice such as deception, fraud, or concealment." - April 14, 2021 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
The Team from Grab The Axe Meets with U.S. Senator Mark Kelly’s Senior Advisor Carmen Frias
On Thursday, April 8th, 2021, Senior Advisor Carmen Frias sat down to speak with Jeff Welch, Co-Founder of Grab The Axe Security Consulting, Marie Welch, Co-Founder of Grab The Axe and Dr Mark Smith, Business Advisor & UAT Professor to speak about cybersecurity issues. Ms. Frias reaffirmed Sen. - April 11, 2021 - Grab The Axe Security Consulting
Legislative Correspondent Morgan Guilbeau, from the Staff of Arizona’s 9th Congressional Representative Greg Stanton, Meets with the Team from Grab The Axe
Legislative Correspondent Morgan Guilbeau sat down to speak with Jeff Welch, Co-Founder of Grab The Axe Security Consulting, Marie Welch, Co-Founder of Grab The Axe and Dr. Mark Smith, Business Advisor & UAT Professor to speak about cybersecurity issues. Morgan reaffirmed Rep. Stanton’s... - April 10, 2021 - Grab The Axe Security Consulting
Eastern PA Trans Equity Project Condemns Introduction of Fairness in Women’s Sports Act
Eastern PA Trans Equity Project reminds legislators that transgender youth deserve the same opportunities as their cisgender counterparts and that a majority of Pennsylvanians support transgender equality. - April 07, 2021 - Eastern PA Trans Equity Project
40 Years After His Death, Eric Williams Memorial Collection Celebrates 23rd Anniversary
“He made us proud to be who we were, and optimistic, as never before, about what we were going to be, or could be.” - Arnold Rampersad, Sara Hart Kimball Professor in the Humanities, Stanford University - March 30, 2021 - Eric Williams Memorial Collection
Community Advancement Initiative, Inc. and Calling Card Books Announce the Release of "Black Moms Can: Organizing for Economic Empowerment" by L'Fonzo Cameron
"Black Moms Can," released today, focuses on fighting for the economic and social sustainability of Black families. Black Americans have consumed centuries fighting against the horrors of racism. "We have fought hard and long for integration, as I believe we should have, and I know that we will win. But I've come to believe we're integrating into a burning house." - Martin Luther King This book serves as both an apology to and support of Black Moms. - March 23, 2021 - M.P. Zarrella Books, Inc. DBA Calling Card Books and Z Girls Press
Staff from Arizona’s 8th Congressional Representative Meet with Grab The Axe
On Tuesday, March 9, 2021, District Director Ken Fuellbier sat down to speak with Jeff Welch, of the NSBA Leadership Council & Co-Founder of Grab The Axe, Marie Welch, Co-Founder of Grab The Axe and Dr Mark Smith of the NSBA Technology Council & UAT Professor to speak about cybersecurity... - March 12, 2021 - Grab The Axe Security Consulting
Verb(TM) Presents Speaker Series Features Roman Buhler, Esq.
Roman Buhler, Esq., National Director of the Madison Coalition and former Counsel to the U.S. House of Representatives, will be the Verb(TM) Presents Speaker Series’ featured guest on Thursday, March 25, 2021, 6:30 pm (Pacific Time). Moderated by Peter Coe Verbica. - March 04, 2021 - Silicon Private Wealth
How to Stop Sexual Assault in the Military - From Insiders Who Walked "In Her Boots"
Senior ranking military veterans release "In Her Boots, Vol. 1 Sexual Assault Prevention and Recovery Strategies," an innovative how-to book written for women and their leaders with candid, often heart-wrenching details and actionable guidance, to provide them the skills to eliminate sexual assault in our military. - March 02, 2021 - TF SASA, LLC
"Vaccinate With Love (Dedicated to Dr. Osterholm)," by Peter Lake, Generating Unexpected Response from Listeners
People have responded to Peter Lake's call to action in his new release "Vaccinate With Love (Dedicated to Dr. Osterholm") in an unexpected way. They have taken videos of themselves holding up signs saying "Vaccinate With Love" and expressing their support of frontline healthcare workers. - February 27, 2021 - Peter Lake
Liberty Cookies Launches Political Action Committee for the Non-Violent Majority of Americans
Liberty Cookies PAC supports democratic change as demanded by the non-violent majority of Americans that are typically not politically active. "The status quo must go." - Liberty Cookies PAC - February 25, 2021 - Liberty Cookies
“Vaccinate with Love (Dedicated to Dr. Osterholm)” Receives Doctor’s Recommendation to be an Official Vaccination Anthem
Member of President Biden’s COVID-19 Advisory Board and Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, Dr. Michael Osterholm, Muses Over Peter Lake’s New Release on the Osterholm Update: COVID-19 podcast. He voiced that “The message Peter has in this song is just inspiring. In fact, I wish it would become an anthem for getting people vaccinated.” - February 20, 2021 - Peter Lake
“Vaccinate With Love (Dedicated to Dr. Osterholm)” by Peter Lake Will Benefit Families of Frontline Workers
Peter Lake releases his new song “Vaccinate With Love (Dedicated To Dr. Osterholm).” Despite being a catchy song that stands on its artistic merit, this song is released specifically for a more altruistic purpose: to benefit families of frontline workers who have sadly perished due to COVID-19 and inject more empathy into people’s hearts and minds during such a difficult time. Therefore, 100% of the streaming royalties from the song will be donated to the Frontline Families Fund. - February 16, 2021 - Peter Lake
New Historical Novel "Tears of Honor" is a Sweeping Epic of the Japanese American Experience of Internment and War
A sweeping novel of history war, and courage in the face of injustice, "Tears of Honor" tells the story of the heroic Japanese American soldiers who fought against Nazi tyranny in Europe, while their families were imprisoned in America. - February 16, 2021 - Linden Publishing
American Infinity Flag Displays Patriotism and Unity of USA
Liberty Cookies has relaunched the iconic American Infinity Flag magnet with new postcards and bumper stickers allowing patriots to display their faith and love of the United States and the infinite promise of American democracy. The new "We Are United!" postcards are now available for $. - February 12, 2021 - Liberty Cookies
Verb(TM) Presents Speaker Series Features Rear Admiral John W. Bitoff, USN (Ret.)
“A Stronger America: The Importance of Civility” - February 03, 2021 - Silicon Private Wealth
IBMTV Creates a New Network of TV for "Smart People"
IBMTV.TV broadcasting in 122 countries has been launched with over 65 weekly TV shows on topics not typically covered by traditional media. Economics Monday features former Comptroller General of the USA; Media Monday has Pulitzer Prize winner; Swiss Impact features Presidents and Prime Ministers around the world; Medical Friday features Doctors from USA and India. Get ready for "Smart Television." - February 01, 2021 - IBMTV
The Black Women’s Health Imperative Welcomes Dr. Angelica Geter as Its Chief Strategy Officer
Dr. Geter will lead the implementation of comprehensive approaches to address health disparities and the impact of racism on Black women’s health through a strategic mix of targeted programing, legislation and corporate engagement. - January 30, 2021 - Black Women's Health Imperative
Alkawther Makki Joins Paul Lubanski as Lt. Governor Running Mate in Michigan Lubanski and Makki Are “Righteous Independents”
Michigan Gubernatorial Candidate Paul Lubanski Selects Alkawther Makki as Lt. Governor Running Mate. - January 29, 2021 - Paul Lubanski
Why It is Critical for Workers in Out-of-School Settings to Qualify for Vaccine Eligibility Within the Education Sector
The American Camp Association, along with the Afterschool Alliance, the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, JCC Association of North America, and the YMCA of the USA, make a strong case to have out-of-school time workers eligible for COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as the Education sector. - December 22, 2020 - American Camp Association
The World Biodiversity Forum Announces New Virtual Convention in January 2021, Advised by the Convention on Biological Diversity and in Collaboration with TEALEAVES
The World Biodiversity Forum will end the decade with a series of virtual collaborative events and workshops to inspire a variety of stakeholders to take action to preserve biodiversity. - December 21, 2020 - TEALEAVES
Missin Peace Issued the Following Statement on the Murder of Casey Goodson Jr.
Missin Peace is extremely saddened by the death of Casey Goodson Jr. We express deepest condolences to his family and the city of Columbus, Ohio. The killing of Casey Goodson Jr. by a Franklin County Sheriff Deputy is another example of a life unjustly taken by law enforcement. And Franklin... - December 20, 2020 - Missin Peace
GoodYou Marketing Announces Brand Relaunch and New Partner
New site. New partner. Same fantastic results. - December 17, 2020 - GoodYou Marketing
APTQI Commends U.S. Senators for Introducing Legislation to Protect Specialty Providers from Harmful Payment Cuts
S. 5007 would hold providers harmless from cuts to Medicare services through 2022. - December 11, 2020 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Kansas City Bankruptcy Attorney Explains Helpful Kansas Eviction Prevention Program
Landlords and tenants financially affected by the COVID pandemic may be eligible to receive rent assistance. Applications are due December 15. - December 10, 2020 - The Sader Law Firm
APTQI: 9% Cut to Physical and Occupational Therapy in Final PFS Rule for CY 2021 Threatens Patient Access to Care
Healthcare stakeholders call on Congress to promptly pass the Holding Providers Harmless From Medicare Cuts During COVID-19 Act of 2020 to block cuts from taking effect on January 1. - December 02, 2020 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Intelliversity Announces Project Jericho
An example of “health-care diplomacy” at work - November 23, 2020 - Intelliversity
Arizona’s 6th Congressional District Representative David Schweikert Meets with Grab The Axe Consulting and Members of the (NSBA) National Small Business Association
Arizona’s 6th Congressional District Representative David Schweikert meets with Grab The Axe Consulting and members of the (NSBA) National Small Business Association. - November 13, 2020 - Grab The Axe Security Consulting
APTQI Welcomes Team Rehabilitation and Raintree Systems as At-Large Members to Expand Advocacy Efforts
National physical therapy advocacy group expands as sector seeks elimination of 9% Medicare cut scheduled for 2021. - November 06, 2020 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Lauded Michigan Songwriter Paul Lubanski Announces Candidacy for Michigan Governorship in November 2022
Paul Lubanski is announcing his Independent ticket run for the governorship of Michigan. - November 06, 2020 - Paul Lubanski
Judge Elizabeth Davis Frizell, Candidate for the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Place 3, Could be the First African American Woman to Serve on Texas’ Highest Court
If elected, Judge Frizell will be the first African American woman to serve on the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Place 3, unseating Republican incumbent Judge Bert Richardson. - November 04, 2020 - Elizabeth Davis Frizell
Statement by Dr. Richard Konteh on International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists
Remembering all members of the media killed or harmed and all others who so courageously stand up for the media’s right to report freely and independently. - November 04, 2020 - Richard Konteh 2023
Black Women’s Health Imperative Launches Anti-Tobacco and Vaping Program at Seven HBCU Campuses with Support of the Robert Wood Johnson
The Two Organizations Collaborate with an Innovative New Program, Aimed at Empowering Black Women Leaders to Lead the Fight Against Tobacco and Vaping Use - November 03, 2020 - Black Women's Health Imperative
Sick Politics Announces the Launch of New Website and YouTube Channel
The Sick Politics website is a combination of current news, political/news blog articles and satirical and political entertainment. In addition to the website, Sick Politics has a YouTube Channel that produces and promotes entertaining political videos. - October 31, 2020 - Sick Politics
Fuego HD Releases Beta Version of Politically Themed Endless Runner Game, The Presidential Race
New mobile blockchain game The Presidential Race beta version now available on Google Play and Apple TestFlight for Android and IOS devices, airdrops 5000 Ethereum tokens hoping to get people to go vote. - October 28, 2020 - Fuego HD
Citi Bike Miami Offers Free Rides on Election Day
Citi Bike Miami, the official bikeshare program for the cities of Miami, Miami Beach, Surfside, and Bay Harbor Islands is offering free rides for Election Day on November 3, 2020 in partnership with Spread The Vote. - October 21, 2020 - Citi Bike Miami Operated by Deco Bike LLC
Artist Tumbleweed Announces New Controversial Music Video, Targeting Trump and His Gang
In association with dustblownrecords, Versace L.A. presents the song “Somebody Anybody,” a compelling anthem by artist Tumbleweed, which has evolved into a beautiful and thought-provoking music video that makes a statement by spotlighting America’s current turbulent times. The... - October 21, 2020 - Versace L.A.
Pakaloh Launches First Free Business Platform for Diverse and Inclusive Cannabis Industry
Pakaloh LLC launched a new business platform for the cannabis, CBD and hemp industry with free resources on cannabis banking and loans, Business Tutorials, jobs, networking and discounts at partner companies. The platform is free to join, and the first to focus on empowering minority, women, or first-time business owners and other professionals to establish successful careers in cannabis. - October 13, 2020 - Pakaloh
National Movement to Honor George Floyd--October 25, 2020 8.46 Breathe Race Series
National Race Series to Bring Awareness to Social Injustice and Preserve the Legacy of the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. Walk, Run, Dance or just breathe. How will you use 8 minutes and 46 seconds to create change. - October 09, 2020 - 8.46 Breathe Race Series
Statement by Missin Peace in Response to Grand Jury Verdict in the Breonna Taylor Case
Missin Peace released the following statement regarding the Kentucky Attorney General’s decision to indict one police officer connected with the murder of Breonna Taylor: "With heavy sorrow, we extend our hearts to Breonna Taylor’s family and the unsettling number of people still... - September 25, 2020 - Missin Peace
Manimas Sees a White Elephant in the 2020 Election
John Manimas, the only presidential candidate who seriously recommends mandatory voting, predicts that if Trump is re-elected, the Republican Party will use the 25th Amendment to remove him from office and make Mike Pence the President in order to continue execution of a right-wing plan to change the United States of America into the Confederate States of America. - September 15, 2020 - John Manimas Campaign
World Rivers Day 2020 Set for September 27
World Rivers Day 2020, set for September 27, commemorates the many values of rivers and encourages river stewardship and conservation around the globe. This massive worldwide event involving up to 100 countries has its roots in British Columbia Rivers Day which celebrates its 40th anniversary. - September 14, 2020 - World Rivers Day
APTQI and WebPT Join Forces to Shape a Positive Future for Physical Therapy
As the first At-Large Member, WebPT will work with APTQI to positively impact healthcare legislation - starting with the 9% cut to Medicare payments. - September 03, 2020 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
President Trump Assigns Secretary of Commerce Wilber Ross and Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette to Support Delta Offshore Energy in Advocacy Program
President Trump assigned Secretary of Commerce Wilber Ross and Secretary of Energy Dan Brouillette to Support Delta Offshore Energy in the United States of America’s Advocacy program. The increased collaboration among friendly nations is needed to accelerate the restart of the... - September 01, 2020 - Delta Offshore Energy
The Mitch Show Debuts Tuesday, Sept. 8 -- Takes Aim at Mitch McConnel Re-election Bid
Anyone who wonders what’s next for Sen. Mitch McConnell should Kentucky voters throw him out of office in November can find out when The Mitch Show debuts online, Tuesday, Sept. 8. A talented group of Kentucky writers, actors, directors, artists, and comedians have banded together to produce... - September 01, 2020 - We Are the Deciders, LLC
Manimas Contends States Can Block Elector Votes for Impeached Trump
Shows how any state can pass a law that forbids presidential electors to vote for Donald Trump because he has been impeached, based on Supreme Court decision in Chiafalo v. Washington, #19-465, July 6, 2020. The Supreme Court voted 9-0 that state legislatures have absolute control over who their presidential electors can vote for and cannot vote for. - August 26, 2020 - John Manimas Campaign
ISI and FEMCIC Partner to Envision a More Sustainable and Resilient Mexico
Partnering together, ISI and FEMCIC will bring the Envision framework and rating system to Mexico to help public and private organizations design and build more sustainable and resilient civil infrastructure. That means better roads, bridges, dams, parks, data centers, airport runaways and taxiways, and water- and wastewater-treatment plants. That also means designing and building infrastructure that protects the environment, combats climate change, boosts the economy, and enhances human health. - August 21, 2020 - ISI
As COVID-19 Raises Chronic Illness Fears, Life Insurers Defend Against Chronic and Critical Illness Claims
The Center for Life Insurance Disputes serves life insurance policyholders from the beginning to get claims related to COVID-19 paid. - August 21, 2020 - The Center for Life Insurance Disputes
Manimas Shouts Out "Make Voting Viral"
A brief explanation of how simply having 10% of the electorate, or one fourth of habitual non-voters -- about 23 million voters, register to vote as no-party voters would accomplish a "revolution by vote" that would stop the destructive two-party seesaw. John Manimas, presidential candidate stated: "They can vote however they wish, but just registering as a no-party voter would throw the red/blue seesaw into a spin." - August 19, 2020 - John Manimas Campaign