Native Americans See Hope in Switch from Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day

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9NEWS: New Mexico became the fifth state in the United State to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day. Some Native Americans in Colorado say having a neighboring state make the change gives them hope for the future.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day and the Truth About Christopher Columbus

The following article was submitted by the editors of the Southern Poverty Law Center, 

Monday may be the federally recognized holiday of Columbus Day, but millions across the country will instead observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day, now officially observed in some states and cities. 

When Christopher Columbus arrived in what is now known as North America, the region was hardly unoccupied. It was not a “New World” to be discovered but home to millions of diverse, Indigenous people with their own cultures, languages and sovereignty who had occupied the land for thousands of years.

Historians agree that for people indigenous to the Americas, the arrival of Columbus and the Europeans who followed him was a calamity of catastrophic proportions. Over time, the population was decimated through war, disease, enslavement, forced displacement and outright murder.

White European colonizers defended their actions through the “Discovery Doctrine,” the ruthless notion that land they “discovered” belonged to them, with no regard to whether that land was occupied by people native to it.

Those who survived were stripped not only of their ancestral lands but of their cultural heritage through forced assimilation in brutal Christian missions and government-run boarding schools, injustices that lasted well into the 20th century.

American Indians were not granted U.S. citizenship until 1924 and were not given the right to vote until 1948. They were not granted religious freedom or the right to determine the welfare of children in their communities until 1978.

The effects of colonization are clear today.

A quarter of American Indians and Alaska Natives live in poverty and experience extreme inequities in employment and housing. Many Indigenous nations are still working to reclaim their languages, traditional ceremonies and spiritual practices. American Indians and Alaska Natives face significant barriers to exercising their right to vote, especially after the U.S. Supreme Court gutted Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act. And Euro-American culture continues to homogenize, appropriate and commodify the very same cultural practices that Indigenous peoples themselves were discouraged from openly expressing through state-sponsored violence.

 

It’s past time to rethink history.

Our Teaching Tolerance program is working to ensure that educators have the resources they need to reframe a Eurocentric view of U.S. history that dismisses the humanity and the histories of the first occupants of this land. 

Our online resources include primary source texts of Native people’s experiences and culturally responsive lessons that work to undo stereotypes about American Indians. We’re also hosting a professional learning webinar to help educators learn more about Indigenous history in the United States and to provide tools for bringing it into their classrooms.

And just this fall, we released our latest teaching framework, Teaching Hard History: American Slavery, which includes ample resources for educators to teach about Indigenous enslavement, which began with Columbus and occurred alongside African enslavement in the territory that is now the United States.

This Monday, rather than celebrate Columbus’ arrival in North America and the massive cultural erasure that followed, we can honor the survival and cultural heritage of the diverse American Indians and Alaska Natives – more than 5 million in the present-day United States — who’ve found resilience and perseverance in spite of political, social and economic barriers. We can honor the countless historical, cultural and diverse contributions that Native people have and continue to make.

We can practice a more ethical remembering by celebrating the history of Indigenous peoples whose land we reside on and by sharing stories of Native resilience, like the stories of Debra Haaland and Sharice Davids, the first Native American women elected to Congress; or Joy Harjo, the first Native American U.S. poet laureate; or the leadership of Indigenous peoples in the climate justice movement. 

Observing Indigenous Peoples’ Day instead of Columbus Day is an important step in dismantling a white supremacist understanding of U.S. history. This Monday, we encourage you to join with us in celebrating the rich history, wisdom and resiliency of American Indians and Alaska Natives.

Simone Biles Wins Fifth World All-Around Title

It's "Feel Good Friday" on From The G-Man

If you're suffering from "impeachment fatigue" or would like to take a break from the barrage of negative news stories, feel free to scroll down for other heartwarming reports after viewing this one. You and your loved ones have a good and safe weekend.

Prince Harry, Ed Sheeran Team Up for World Mental Health Day

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3-Year-Old Recites Affirmation on Way to School

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6-Year-Old Girl with Cerebral Palsy Has the Sweetest Reaction to Taking Steps Unaided

 

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Trooper Pulls Over to Save Flag from Highway

CBS News: This Nevada trooper spotted something on the road while on patrol, circled back around and realized it was an American flag. The trooper, who is also military veteran, immediately brought the flag to a local American Legion Lodge. His dashcam caught the patriotic deed as it unfolded.

Former NFL Star DeAngelo Williams Pays for More Than 500 Mammograms

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Young Football Player Rallies Team with Inspirational Speech

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Steven Reed Becomes First African American Mayor Elected in Montgomery, Alabama

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101-Year-Old Woman Still Works as a Greeter at Texas State Fair

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Texas Teacher Uses Rap to Make Math Fun

CBS News: Thomas E. Mayfield Jr., a math teacher from Fort Worth, Texas, has found a way to make learning math fun for his students – by rapping about decimals.

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16-Year-Old and Mom Attend College Together

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Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali Wins Nobel Peace Prize

Kabul Gardens: Historic Afghan Park Restored to Glory

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Honouring France's Influence Around the World

Thousands of Iranian Women Fans to Attend Football Match Freely for the First Time in Decades

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Miss Subways Is Back. This Year, a New Wave Rocker Takes the Crown.

The New York Times: The storied “beauty” pageant, revived two years ago, now rewards those who most creatively vent their frustration at public transit. 

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‘I Know the Struggle’: Why a Pizza Mogul Left Pies at Memorials to 4 Homeless Men

The New York Times: Hakki Akdeniz built a pizza chain and has 3.5 million followers on Instagram. But he was once homeless, and returned to the streets this week.

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Associates of Rudy Giuliani to Face Indictment on Federal Election Charges

Acting ICE Director Criticizes Court Ruling Barring Use of Flawed Database

PBS NewsHour: Acting ICE Director Matt Albence blasted a federal judge's decision in September to block ICE's ability to solely rely on flawed databases to target people for being in the country illegally. "Time and again DHS has been prevented from exercising the authority granted to it by Congress because of the decisions of unelected judges," Albence said during a press briefing at the White House on Oct. 10. He later added that he respects judicial rulings. Albence also blamed Congress for hindering the agency's ability to enforce immigration laws. "Despite significant changes in immigration patterns, both legal and illegal, over the last 20 years, Congress has failed to modernize our laws accordingly," Albence said.

West Jerusalem Residents Accuse Police of Neglecting Arab Towns

Erdogan Defends Turkey's Motivation for Syria Operation

Iraq Protests: Three Days of Mourning Announced

Turkey's Syria Offensive: NGOs Express Alarm

Demonstration Escalates Into Violent Clashes in Ecuador

Poland's Tokarczuk and Austria's Handke Win Nobel Literature Prizes

New York’s Nita Lowey, Who Leads House Spending Panel, to Retire

 
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Source: Bloomberg

Statement from Governor Andrew Cuomo 

"Congresswoman Lowey has faithfully been serving New York's 17th congressional district with strength, determination and grace for 31 years - and I speak for countless New Yorkers when I say we are eternally grateful for her unwavering commitment to improving the lives of those around her.

"As the first woman to chair the House Appropriations Committee, Congresswoman Lowey is a true trailblazer who worked tirelessly to secure funding for critical projects in her district, improve public safety and advocate for women, children and families.

"Like my father before me, I have had the pleasure of working alongside Congresswoman Lowey and consider her to be a true partner in making New York a better place. I was extremely proud to work with her on the new Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge and other projects that have made real and lasting impacts on the daily lives of New Yorkers. I look forward to continuing our work together over the next year as we fight to build a better New York for all.

"On behalf of the New York family, I thank the Congresswoman for her continued service and dedication to the state and to the nation and wish her the best in this next chapter. She will always be a dear friend to me - just as she was to my father - and to my entire family, and I look forward to our continued friendship in our years to come."

Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo 

NYSDOT Investigator Pleads Guilty to Illegally Accessing Gov't Databases

Ran a Private Trucking Company While Collecting Workers' Comp Benefits

HAUPPAUGE – New York State Inspector General Letizia Tagliafierro today announced the guilty plea of a State Department of Transportation vehicle safety employee who defrauded the workers’ compensation system by claiming injury and then secretly operating his own trucking company – with a vehicle that had multiple safety violations – and using his State government position to illegally access sensitive driver identification and violation information to get an unfair competitive advantage.

Niccolo Mormile, 39, of Shirley, pled guilty today before Suffolk County District Court Judge Richard T. Dunn to Attempted False Filing of an Instrument (A Misdemeanor). As part of his plea, Mormile must pay full restitution of $28,580 and resign from state service. His next court appearance is December 18.

“This investigator, who we trusted to ensure vehicles are safe for New Yorkers’ daily use, instead engaged in multiple levels of fraud and deceit,” said Inspector General Letizia Tagliafierro. “He claimed injury and began collecting workers’ compensation benefits, and then abused the system by operating his own unsafe trucking company and accessing sensitive information to gain a competitive edge. New Yorkers have no tolerance for such illegal conduct and now he will pay the consequences for his repeated wrongs.”

“This is a just result that ensures full restitution to the State,” Suffolk County District Attorney Timothy D. Sini said. “I would like to thank the office of Inspector General Tagliafierro as well as the Department of Transportation for partnering with my office on this investigation and prosecution.”

Mormile worked as a Motor Carrier Investigator for the New York State Department of Transportation (DOT). He was responsible for conducting roadside inspections of commercial vehicles and ensuring that carriers were operating in compliance with State Transportation Law.

An investigation by the Inspector General found that Mormile became involved in a series of illegal and improper practices starting in July 2016, when he claimed he fell at work and suffered an injury.

Mormile falsely claimed twice to an independent medical examiner that he could not and was not able to work. Between July 2016 and 2017, he collected $28,580 in workers’ compensation wage replacement benefits.

While collecting benefits, Mormile was secretly running a private trucking company, CNC Trucking, with a vehicle that repeatedly had violations during DOT inspections. He earned more than $125,000 from this clandestine business during the year he claimed he could not work.

During this time and through March 2018, Mormile illegally accessed Driver/Vehicle Examination Reports with sensitive information from state and federal databases and provided it to a private trucking consultant who used the information to gain a competitive advantage over other trucking companies. Mormile and the consultant later married.

Mormile was suspended from DOT in December 2018.

Inspector General Tagliafierro thanked Suffolk County District Attorney Sini and his office for their assistance with the investigation and for prosecuting this matter. She also thanked the State Department of Transportation, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the State Department of Motor Vehicles Division of Field Investigation for their assistance with the investigation.

Source: Office of the New York State Inspector General

Over a Hundred Leading Black Clergy and Allies Call For Boycott of 'The Word Network'

 Bishop George Bloomer

National Protests Planned Amid Allegations
of Racial Insensitivity by Owner Kevin Adell 

New York, NY - A group of over a hundred Black clergy members have come together to protest the racially insensitive environment perpetuated by The Word Network, a Christian television network that bills itself as the world’s largest African-American Religious Network and reaches 93 million homes in the U.S. The Word Network is owned by Kevin Adell, who is white.

On September 19, 2019, Mr. Adell denigrated and humiliated the very community of which he profits when he sent a text message containing a photo of himself dressed as a pimp surrounded by Black clergymen he referred to as his “hoes.” This racist incident catalyzed the present petition to boycott the Word Network on Change.org that has garnered almost three thousand signatures.

Preachers throughout the country, including, Bishop George Bloomer, one of the prominent clergy members pictured in Adell’s photo, are planning protests in Michigan and in targeted locations across the country. Over a hundred other preachers are joining in the Word Network boycott including: Archbishop E. Bernard Jordan, Zoe Ministries, Pastor Debra Jordan, Zoe Ministries, Pastor Larry Reid, Larry Reid Live, Vickie Yohe, Christian Recording Artist, Paul Crouch, Jr. Impact Network, Lisa Sharon Harper, Freedom Roads, Rev. Anita Faye-Wilson, Apostle Travis Wright, Rev. Yolanda Brown, Center of Destiny Ministries, Rev. Dr. Peter Heltzel, Micah Clergy Table and many others.
 

Although Mr. Adell claims he did not create the image, he wasn’t offended by it and texted it to various staff (many of whom are African-American) including Bishop George Bloomer. The result was a highly hostile work environment for Bishop Bloomer and for others. Bishop Bloomer recently testified to additional incidents of Kevin Adell’s flagrant racism, all of which are are outlined in the Change.org petition.  

Source: Mercury

Coastal Storm System to Impact New York

 

Governor Andrew Cuomo today urged caution as a low pressure system off the coast of Long Island is forecasted to create potentially difficult storm conditions throughout downstate New York until Friday. As a result, residents in New York City and on Long Island should prepare for wind gusts up to 45 mph, as well as potential beach erosion and coastal flooding in low lying areas. The National Weather Service has already issued multiple coastal flooding advisories, watches and warnings for points east of New York City which will remain in effect until Friday Morning. New Yorkers along the coast line are being urged to travel with extreme caution and prepare for the possibility of difficult road conditions.

"The Empire State is no stranger to difficult weather, and I am urging New Yorkers to be prepared for potentially dangerous high winds and coastal flooding throughout the course of this storm," Governor Cuomo said. "Our state agencies and emergency management teams are prepared with personnel and equipment to assist communities as quickly and effectively as possible if they are needed."

Throughout the event, New York City and points east should expect between one-quarter and one-half inch of rainfall generally, with portions of Suffolk County to receive up to two inches. As the low pressure offshore builds Thursday morning, New York could potentially experience wind gusts up to 45 mph at times.  Wind will gradually decrease during the late afternoon into the evening. Rain will continue into Friday and will decrease through the day.

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood warning, which will be in effect beginning at 5 p.m. on Thursday until 12 a.m. on Friday morning. A coastal flood watch will also be in effect from late Thursday night until Friday morning. For a complete listing of weather watches, warnings, advisories and latest forecasts, visit the National Weather Service website.

Agency Preparations

The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services has placed the State Watch Center into Enhanced Monitoring Mode and continues to be in constant communication with all state and local partners. The State Stockpile in Brentwood will also be staffed outside of normal business hours to ensure resources can be deployed as appropriate and staff from the State's Office of Fire Prevention and Control will also be on standby to deploy high-axle vehicles as needed.

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Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo

Campaign Finance Reform: Westchester Public Hearing Meeting

 

October 14, 2019

10:00 AM

Westchester Community College – Gateway Center

75 Grasslands Road

Valhalla, NY 10595

United States

Event Details

These hearings will be open to the public and the press.

Details regarding public comment presentation
will be announced in advance of each hearing.

Live streaming will be available here.

In Memoriam: Sgt. Francis S. Currey

Last Living New Yorker to Have Earned the Medal of Honor During World War II 

Governor Andrew Cuomo today directed flags on state government buildings to be flown at half-staff tomorrow, October 11, in honor of World War II Medal of Honor recipient Francis S. Currey, a Selkirk resident. Currey died on October 8, 2019 at age 94. Currey was awarded the Medal of Honor for actions during the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944 when he knocked out an enemy tank, drove back enemy troops and rescued five American Soldiers who had been pinned down under enemy fire. After the war, Currey, who was born in Loch Sheldrake and raised in Hurleyville, returned to New York and worked at the Albany VA Medical Center from 1950 until 1980. According to the Congressional Medal of Honor Society he was the last living New Yorker to have earned the Medal during World War II and one of only three living World War II Medal of Honor recipients.

"Francis S. Currey was a true American hero who made great personal sacrifices to serve his country during World War II," Governor Cuomo said. "His significant contributions during the Battle of the Bugle and beyond helped to defeat fascism during the war, and he continued to serve his country after returning home to New York through his work with veterans. On behalf of all New Yorkers, I extend our sympathy to his friends and family and express our sincerest gratitude for his service, bravery and accomplishments."

Currey was serving as a Private 1st Class in the Army's 30th Infantry Division when the massive German offensive against American troops in the Ardennes Forest of Belgium kicked off in December of 1944.

On Dec. 21, 1944 Currey's unit, 3rd Platoon of Company K of the 120th Infantry Regiment, was defending a bridge over the Warche River in the Belgian town of Malmedy. A German attack overran the position that Currey and five other Soldiers were defending. Currey and the other Americans retreated to a nearby factory under heavy German fire. Currey located a bazooka—an anti-tank weapon—and then ran across the street in full view of the enemy to secure rockets for the weapon. With assistance from another soldier he knocked out the German tank with one shot.

Currey then moved to another position and killed or wounded three German Soldiers emerging from an enemy-held building with his automatic rifle. He took the bazooka and moved to a position 50 yards from the enemy-held building, stood erect, and then fired at the building, collapsing a wall.

From this position, Currey observed five American Soldiers trapped by fire from the enemy held building and three German tanks. He moved to an abandoned vehicle, retrieved an armful of anti-tank grenades and launched them at the German tanks using an M-1 rifle. This forced the enemy soldiers to flee. Currey then climbed into an abandoned half-track and fired its .50 caliber machine gun at the German occupied position. He moved again to an abandoned .30 caliber machine gun position and opened fire on the enemy, allowing the trapped Americans to escape.

His actions forced the enemy to withdraw, securing the flank of his battalion's position and slowing the German advance for 12 hours. After night fell Currey and the other Americans withdrew.

Along with the Medal of Honor, Currey was awarded the Silver Star, the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. Belgium awarded him the Order of Leopold, their nation's highest honor. Currey was memorialized with a special G.I. Joe military figure in 1998 and appeared on the cover sheet of a series of Medal of Honor stamps in 2013.

Since 2003 Hurleyville, the town where Currey grew up, has marked Francis S. Currey Day with him as a guest, and former New York Governor Paterson declared July 12, 2009 as Francis Currey Day throughout the state. He will be interred Saturday in South Bethlehem, NY.

Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo

From The G-Man would like to take this opportunity to honor Sgt. Francis S. Currey, his love of country, and his service with the following video tribute. May he forever rest in peace.

Presidential Medal of Freedom Ceremony for Edwin Meese

C-SPAN: President Trump presents the Presidential Medal of Freedom to former Attorney General Edwin Meese, who served under President Reagan from 1985-1988. The ceremony was conducted on October 8, 2019.

Republicans to Trump: Shut Up About Your Impeachment

 

The Daily Beast: Veterans of past impeachment battles say the way to win them is to pretend that it’s not affecting your job. Trump, by contrast, is obsessing over it.

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First Lady Melania Trump Announces Groundbreaking for New Tennis Pavilion on the South Lawn

First Lady Melania Trump turns soil with a ceremonial shovel at the groundbreaking ceremony for the White House Tennis Pavilion on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019, on the south grounds of the White House. (Official White House Photo by Andrea Hanks)

The First Lady has announced the construction of a new tennis pavilion on the White House grounds.

The new pavilion, which is being funded by private donations, is fueled by Mrs. Trump’s respect for classical architecture, along with her passion to provide a functional recreational area for all First Families to enjoy.  This project will utilize the historic Children’s Garden and reinforce the entire area as a private gathering place for First Families to relax and unwind.

The structure will be a testament to American craftsmanship and skill. At the First Lady’s direction, the design was carefully conceived in order to compliment the architecture of the Executive Mansion, drawing inspiration from both the East and the West wings.

“As we break ground on the new tennis pavilion, it is a great honor to share this moment alongside the many talented individuals and craftsmen involved in bringing it to fruition,” said First Lady Melania Trump.  “Architectural inspiration for the pavilion is drawn from the White House, with the end goal of the new structure on the south lawn complementing and contributing to the People’s house.  It is my hope that this private space will function as a place to gather and spend leisure time for First Families.”

Source: The Office of the First Lady

Jews for Hitler; Yes, There Were Some

 

By Steven Jonas

"Jews for Hitler? You must be kidding." That's a question that I have come across on a number of occasions as I have studied the history of Nazi Germany over a period of many years. And yes, indeed, there were Jews for Hitler. There were not too many of them. And certainly many Jews who were living in Germany when Hitler was appointed as Chancellor by President Paul von Hindenburg on Jan. 30, 1933 and then was given dictatorial powers via the "Enabling Act" by the German Reichstag on March 23, 1933 were from those moments on afraid for their employment, their property, and civil rights they may have had under the predecessor Weimar Republic and eventually their lives. But "Jews for Hitler" there were, and organized too, primarily in an organization called "The Association of German National Jews."  

As described by the relevant entry in Wikipedia:

"The Association of German National Jews (German: Verband nationaldeutscher Juden) was a German Jewish organization during the Weimar Republic and the early years of Nazi Germany that eventually came out in support of Hitler.

"It was founded in 1921 by Max Naumann who was chairman until 1926 and again from 1933 to 1935 when the association was dissolved. Politically, the association was close to the national conservative and monarchist German National People's Party which, however, refused affiliation with the association. 

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Source: OpEdNews

The U.S. Has Been Silencing Black Girls’ Voices for Decades

 
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Source: Teen Vogue

For DACA Students, It's Hard to Focus on a Bright Future When Faced with Deportation Fears

This report was published on YouTube on October 8.

Hillary Clinton: Trump’s Actions ‘Direct Threat’ to National Security

This report was published on YouTube on October 8.

Bernie Sanders Addresses Campaign Plans After Heart Attack

Pelosi Puts Trump on Notice, California to Cut Power to Fight Fires, China Presses NBA

US-Mexico Border Wall Poses Severe Environmental Threat

South African Students Suffering Hunger Crisis

Turkey Launches Military Operation Against Kurds, Erdogan Says

'China is Anxious About Its Place in the World'

Brexit Deadlock: Talks Between Brussels, London Close to Collapse

Protest-Hit Ecuador Seeks Foreign Mediation, Relocates Government

South Africa: Zuma's Son Says 'Not Corrupt' and Victim of 'Political Storm'

This report was published on YouTube on October 8.

Canadian Wins Nobel Prize in Physics for Work in Cosmology

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Newark No Longer Distributing Bottled Water, Says Filters Work

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NYPD Update: The Latest Crime Stats and Other Information

This video was published on YouTube on October 8.

Alec Baldwin Gripes About Tour Boat ‘Scam,’ and N.Y.C. Cracks Down

 

The New York Times: Mr. Baldwin complained that he had been victimized by a company that offered tickets to see the Statue of Liberty.

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He’s Battling Cancer and NYCHA

 
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Source: The New York Daily News

New York Bomber Convicted in Shootout with New Jersey Police

Ahmad Khan Rahimi 

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Source: Associated Press

Fed's Powell: Outlook 'Favorable,' Steps to Address Money Market Volatility Coming 'Soon'

 

Reuters: Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell on Tuesday flagged openness to further rate cuts amid global economic risks, and said the time to allow the Fed's asset holdings to begin to expand again "is now upon us" in order to ensure money markets function smoothly.

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This is Not A Drill: 700+ Arrested as Extinction Rebellion Fights Climate Crisis With Direct Action

Striking UAW Member: We’ll Strike 'As Long as It Takes' to Demand Fair Salaries and Benefits

First Lady Melania Trump to Host a Listening Session with Youth from the Truth Initiative

 

On October 9, the First Lady will meet with both representatives and teenagers from the Truth Initiative – a nonprofit organization whose mission is to eliminate tobacco use among our youth.

Mrs. Trump will hear from the students about their personal experiences living with e-cigarettes and youth vaping within their communities and schools. 

Secretary Azar of Health and Human Services and Senior Counselor Kellyanne Conway will join Mrs. Trump for the listening session.

“I will continue using BE BEST to drive important changes that better protect and support our children,” said First Lady Melania Trump. “I am looking forward to hearing from teenagers tomorrow on this very important issue.”

Source: The Office of the First Lady

Customs and Border Head Mark Morgan Holds News Briefing on Immigration Enforcement

Schiff: Sondland's No-Show Indicates 'Obstruction' by Trump Administration

CBS News: House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff admonished the Trump administration for preventing Ambassador Gordon Sondland, a key witness in the Ukraine dealings, from testifying behind closed doors before Congress. Watch Schiff's remarks.

Bonus Report: Rep. Jordan Defends White House Barring U.S. Envoy from Testifying

Supreme Court Takes on Cases on Gay Rights, Discrimination

Stop Speculating About Slaying of Amber Guyger Witness: Mayor

This report was published on YouTube on October 7.

Update: Oct. 8, 4:24 PM EDT (NBC News)
Arrest Made in Death of Witness in Amber Guyger Trial

What is the US Plan for Syria?

Brazil Spill: President Says Oil is Not Brazil's

Canada’s Final Election Debate Stirs Heated Exchanges

India Economy: Companies Cut Jobs as Unions Weakened

This report was published on YouTube on October 7.

How is a US Sitcom Giving Voice to the Nigerian Immigrant Experience?

This report was published on YouTube on October 7.

China's Rules: NBA Partnership in Doubt Over Hong Kong Tweet

EU Migrant Crisis: Doctor Opens Unique Clinic to Treat Asylum Seekers in Sicily