This video was published on YouTube on October 30, 2019.
Source: Breakfast Club Power 105.1 FM
Saturday, November 9, 2019
Byron Allen Discusses Comcast Racial Bias Lawsuit and Economic Inclusion
This video was published on YouTube on October 30, 2019.
Source: Breakfast Club Power 105.1 FM
Friday, November 8, 2019
First Lady Melania Trump Visits Boston Medical Center
Click on the photos to enlarge them.
First Lady Melania Trump, joined by Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar, participates in a roundtable on Boston Medical Center’s Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) Program, Nov. 6, 2019.
First Lady Melania Trump poses for a photo with a mother and her 6-week-old baby participating in the SOFAR (Supporting Our Families through Addiction and Recovery) program.
First Lady
Melania Trump, joined by Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex
Azar and hospital staff, greets patients during a tour of the pediatric
wing.
Photos courtesy of Andrea Hanks.
Source: The Office of the First Lady
Source: The Office of the First Lady
Random Acts of Kindness: Faith In Humanity Restored
This video was published on YouTube on November 2.
Breast Cancer Survivor Stories: Meet Angelica
This video was published on YouTube on October 7, 2019.
Source: UMC New Orleans
A+ Teacher of the Week: A Special Educator from Tavan Elementary School
This report was published on YouTube on November 7.
Why Jane Fonda is Putting Herself on the Line to Fight Climate Change
This report was published on YouTube on November 7.
Why Edward Norton Fought to Deliver His New Film, 'Motherless Brooklyn'
This report was published on YouTube on November 5.
Muslim Wrestler Uses Platform to Defy Stereotypes and Serve as a Role Model
This report was published on YouTube on November 6.
South Carolina Community Buys Woman Car After Learning She Walks 12 Miles to and from Work
This report was published on YouTube on November 6.
$5 Million Available for New York Animal Shelter Improvement Projects
An additional $5 million is available to support critical upgrades at New York's animal shelters. This is the third round of funding for the New York State Companion Animal Capital Fund, which will allow eligible organizations to make major improvements to their facilities to enhance animal care and health. A total of $15 million has been dedicated to the program since 2017.
"Over the last two years, this program has provided animal shelters with the funding needed to ensure New York's pets receive the care they need," Governor Cuomo said. "Today's continued funding builds on the ongoing work to help expand the resources and tools these facilities, employees and volunteers need to help find pets loving homes."
The Companion Animal Capital Fund is the first state-funded program in the nation to support critical improvement projects at New York shelters. Since the launch of the program, 24 projects have been awarded across the State and are underway.
The Companion Animal Capital Fund is administered by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, which provides competitive matching grants to offset the costs associated with capital projects, allowing for better care and improved environments for animals that are housed in local shelters. Funds are available to eligible non-profit and municipal animal shelters, humane societies and societies for the prevention of cruelty to animals. Grants can be used to construct, renovate, rehab or acquire buildings and equipment needed to house, treat and care for sheltered dogs and cats.
State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball said, "There has been tremendous and sustained interest in this program, and we have seen a widespread need to help fund improvements at shelters that serve communities across our State. We are pleased and proud to see this funding continued so that we can support upgrades to the facilities that house these pets as they wait for their new homes."
The New York State Animal Protection Federation estimates that more than 150,000 animals are brought to these facilities annually and many are adopted by New York families.
Senator Monica R. Martinez said, "I commend Governor Andrew M. Cuomo for securing this vital funding to enhance the quality of care in shelters across our state. Funding for these local shelters helps us to protect those most vulnerable in our communities and allows us to give a voice to the voiceless. By diligently advocating for animal welfare funding, we are not only protecting our animals, but also building a healthier community. As Chair of the Senate Domestic Animal Welfare Committee, I am committed to elevating and uplifting the rights and protections of those who cannot advocate for themselves, and ensuring the safety of animals across New York State; this is a step in the right direction in reforming our animal shelter system."
Eligible organizations serving a single municipality with a population of less than two million may apply for grants of $50,000 to $200,000. Grants may not exceed 50 percent of the proposed project costs and applicants are required to match 50 percent of the grant total.
Eligible organizations serving two or more municipalities, or one municipality with a population of more than two million, may apply for grants of $100,000 to $500,000. For these grants, the awarded funding may not exceed 75 percent of the proposed project cost and applicants are required to match 25 percent of the grant.
All applicants must apply through Grants Gateway by 4 p.m. on Jan. 20, 2020. More details on eligibility and the application process are available on the Current Funding Opportunities page.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
"Over the last two years, this program has provided animal shelters with the funding needed to ensure New York's pets receive the care they need," Governor Cuomo said. "Today's continued funding builds on the ongoing work to help expand the resources and tools these facilities, employees and volunteers need to help find pets loving homes."
The Companion Animal Capital Fund is the first state-funded program in the nation to support critical improvement projects at New York shelters. Since the launch of the program, 24 projects have been awarded across the State and are underway.
The Companion Animal Capital Fund is administered by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, which provides competitive matching grants to offset the costs associated with capital projects, allowing for better care and improved environments for animals that are housed in local shelters. Funds are available to eligible non-profit and municipal animal shelters, humane societies and societies for the prevention of cruelty to animals. Grants can be used to construct, renovate, rehab or acquire buildings and equipment needed to house, treat and care for sheltered dogs and cats.
State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball said, "There has been tremendous and sustained interest in this program, and we have seen a widespread need to help fund improvements at shelters that serve communities across our State. We are pleased and proud to see this funding continued so that we can support upgrades to the facilities that house these pets as they wait for their new homes."
The New York State Animal Protection Federation estimates that more than 150,000 animals are brought to these facilities annually and many are adopted by New York families.
Senator Monica R. Martinez said, "I commend Governor Andrew M. Cuomo for securing this vital funding to enhance the quality of care in shelters across our state. Funding for these local shelters helps us to protect those most vulnerable in our communities and allows us to give a voice to the voiceless. By diligently advocating for animal welfare funding, we are not only protecting our animals, but also building a healthier community. As Chair of the Senate Domestic Animal Welfare Committee, I am committed to elevating and uplifting the rights and protections of those who cannot advocate for themselves, and ensuring the safety of animals across New York State; this is a step in the right direction in reforming our animal shelter system."
Eligible organizations serving a single municipality with a population of less than two million may apply for grants of $50,000 to $200,000. Grants may not exceed 50 percent of the proposed project costs and applicants are required to match 50 percent of the grant total.
Eligible organizations serving two or more municipalities, or one municipality with a population of more than two million, may apply for grants of $100,000 to $500,000. For these grants, the awarded funding may not exceed 75 percent of the proposed project cost and applicants are required to match 25 percent of the grant.
All applicants must apply through Grants Gateway by 4 p.m. on Jan. 20, 2020. More details on eligibility and the application process are available on the Current Funding Opportunities page.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
UK Art: New London Exhibition Explores da Vinci Masterpiece
This report was published on YouTube on November 7.
30 Tears After the Fall of the Berlin Wall 'the Hoff' is Back
Global News: He looked for freedom on the Berlin Wall in 1989 and now, as the 30th
anniversary of the fall of the Wall, pop icon and actor David Hasselhoff
said the song's message of hope is more relevant than ever.
Hasselhoff told reporters in Berlin this in September, while promoting a
new album and audio book entitled "Up Against the Wall" which was
released on the October 3 anniversary of German reunification.
The thriller, set against the backdrop of the end of the Cold War,
fictionalizes the real David Hasselhoff being mistaken for a spy and the
spy mistaken for Hasselhoff.
Thursday, November 7, 2019
'The Majority of Ukrainians in the U.S. and Canada See Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman More as a Hero Than as a Traitor'
THE G-MAN INTERVIEWS: MATTHEW DUBAS
Editor
of “The Ukrainian Weekly” Discusses How Ukrainians Feel About the
Impeachment of President Trump and Their Country Being in the Global Spotlight
Impeachment of President Trump and Their Country Being in the Global Spotlight
Welcome.
My
special guest for this installment is Matthew Dubas, editor of the
nationally-distributed publication The
Ukrainian Weekly.
The newspaper is also distributed throughout Canada and serves as a
major source of news and information for the Ukrainian community in
America and abroad.
Mr.
Dubas has reported on many of the country’s political and social
conflicts and worked with ambassadors, politicians, policy advisors,
activists and scholars on a range of issues concerning Ukraine.
The
interview was conducted on November 5, 2019.
Photo courtesy of Matthew Dubas.
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
Storm System Approaches New York State with Snow, Rain and Colder Temperatures
Governor Andrew Cuomo today urged New Yorkers to prepare for difficult driving conditions and colder temperatures in the coming days as a storm system is forecasted to impact the state beginning Thursday. Rain and rain changing to snow are forecasted along with colder temperatures that, combined with advancing precipitation, may cause difficult travel in some spots. Higher elevations and lake effect areas could see up to six inches of snow, while lower elevations may only see an inch or less of snow and/or slush. Drivers should expect slippery conditions on roadways and travel with extreme caution. All New Yorkers are urged to practice safe behavior and heed any emergency orders from local officials.
"This storm is projected to create dangerous road conditions in many areas across the state, and we are going to provide all the necessary resources and work with local authorities to respond to any public safety concerns," Governor Cuomo said. "I am urging drivers to be extra cautious and stay off the roads if possible to allow response vehicles to do their work quickly and effectively."
The storm system arrives Thursday across the State, bringing snow to higher elevations and rain changing to snow for areas with lower elevations. For North Country, Mohawk Valley, and Capital Regions, some higher peaks of the Adirondacks may see up to six inches of snow, but this should be isolated and at elevations above 3000 feet; valley areas should see two inches of snow or less. For Western NY, the Finger Lakes and parts of Central NY, lake effect snow showers will develop Thursday night and Friday southeast of the lakes with localized minor accumulations. For the Southern Tier and Mid-Hudson Valley, snow amounts will vary by elevation. Totals through Thursday night are anticipated to run anywhere from 1-4 inches in higher terrain areas; lower elevations should see an inch or less of snow and/or slush. The lower Mid-Hudson, New York City and Long Island will receive only rain due to warmer temps downstate. Friday will see much colder conditions across the state along with scattered snow showers producing additional light accumulations.
Click here for the full announcement.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
New York Ukrainians to Commemorate 86th Anniversary of the Holodomor Genocide
New York, NY - On Saturday, November 16, Ukrainian Americans and invited guests will gather at midtown Manhattan’s historic St. Patrick’s Cathedral for the annual National Observance Commemorating Ukraine’s Holodomor, the Famine Genocide of 7-10 million Ukrainians in 1932-33.
Organized for over two decades by the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America (UCCA), the largest representation of Ukrainians in America, this annual commemoration regularly attracts hundreds of attendees from across the tri-state metropolitan area. The ecumenical requiem service (panakhyda), will begin at 2:00 pm (EST), will be concelebrated by the hierarchies of the Ukrainian Orthodox and Ukrainian Greek-Catholic churches in America, with responses sung by the Ukrainian Chorus “Dumka” of New York. Following the service, guests and dignitaries will deliver a series of brief remarks.
UCCA strongly encourages the Ukrainian American community to actively participate in this now annual commemoration in remembering and honoring the millions of innocent victims of Ukraine’s Genocide.
St. Patrick’s Cathedral is located at 631 5th Avenue, between 50th and 51st streets. For more information, please contact UCCA’s National Office either by email at ucca@ucca.org or by phone at (212) 228-6840.
Source: Ukrainian Congress Committee of America
Organized for over two decades by the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America (UCCA), the largest representation of Ukrainians in America, this annual commemoration regularly attracts hundreds of attendees from across the tri-state metropolitan area. The ecumenical requiem service (panakhyda), will begin at 2:00 pm (EST), will be concelebrated by the hierarchies of the Ukrainian Orthodox and Ukrainian Greek-Catholic churches in America, with responses sung by the Ukrainian Chorus “Dumka” of New York. Following the service, guests and dignitaries will deliver a series of brief remarks.
UCCA strongly encourages the Ukrainian American community to actively participate in this now annual commemoration in remembering and honoring the millions of innocent victims of Ukraine’s Genocide.
St. Patrick’s Cathedral is located at 631 5th Avenue, between 50th and 51st streets. For more information, please contact UCCA’s National Office either by email at ucca@ucca.org or by phone at (212) 228-6840.
Source: Ukrainian Congress Committee of America
Bolivia Protests: Riot Police Fire Tear Gas at Protesters Calling for Morales' Resignation
Global News: Tensions flared up in the street of La Paz on Tuesday as protesters took
to the streets to demand new elections amid accusations of fraud in a
recent vote that saw President Evo Morales cling onto a fourth term in
office in Bolivia.
Riot police were called in to clear protesters from the street,
launching tear gas at the crowd. Demonstrators responded by throwing
tear gas canisters back at police.
Boris Johnson on Brexit: 'Why Should MPs Decide That They Cancel the Result of a Referendum?'
Global News: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson delivered a Brexit speech at
Downing Street on Wednesday saying "my deal is great for this country.
If we can get a deal done, we can release a pent up flood of
investment."
While unofficial campaigning has been gearing up for weeks, the
five-week election campaign formally began when Parliament was dissolved
Wednesday. Johnson went to Buckingham Palace to notify Queen Elizabeth
II before kicking off the Conservative campaign with a speech later in
central England.
The Power of the Pen: S.2576/A.1646 Signed in New York
Legislation Prohibits Landlords from Collecting
Rent Without a Valid Certificate of Occupancy
Rent Without a Valid Certificate of Occupancy
Governor Andrew Cuomo today signed legislation (S.2576/A.1646) prohibiting landlords from collecting rent or maintaining a nonpayment eviction proceeding during the period for which there is no valid certificate of occupancy. This law also prohibits tenants and owners from living in a residence that does not have a valid certificate of occupancy. The law would expand existing laws to cover cities with a population of less than 325,000 people. The law goes into effect immediately.
"All New Yorkers deserve a safe decent and affordable place to call home," Governor Cuomo said. "This new law helps ensure equal protections for New Yorkers in every corner of this great state and will hold accountable those who seek to profit off substandard housing once and for all."
Senator Jamaal T. Bailey said, "Affordable housing continues to be a growing issue in our state. We consistently see landlords overcharging tenants who are living in deplorable and unsafe conditions, and in certain cases, illegal dwellings. My bill would prohibit landlords from collecting any rent without a certificate of occupancy. This will ensure that tenants are living in adequate and safe housing. I want to thank Governor Cuomo for signing this bill, Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins and Speaker Heastie for ensuring that this bill was passed, and Assemblywoman Pamela Hunter for her leadership in sponsoring this bill in the Assembly."
Assemblymember Pamela J. Hunter said, "Renters should never have to accept substandard and dangerous living conditions. By prohibiting the collection of rent when there is no certificate of occupancy, we are incentivizing building safety. With the addition of this provision to the Multiple Residence Law, this common sense approach will now apply to cities statewide."
This legislation builds on the sweeping tenant protections signed by Governor Cuomo on June 14, 2019. A key component of the Governor's Justice Agenda, this package of reforms known as the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019, enacting the most aggressive tenant protections in state history, safeguarding affordable housing for millions of New Yorkers.
Certificates of occupancy are required before building owners allow tenants to take occupancy pursuant to both the Multiple Residence Law and the Multiple Dwelling Law. The Multiple Residence Law applies to cities having a population of 325,000 or less. In New York City, the Multiple Dwelling Law currently prohibits owners from collecting rent or maintaining nonpayment eviction proceedings during the period where a dwelling unit is occupied in violation of the certificate of occupancy requirements. This law would provide more consistency between the two laws in preventing violations of certificates of occupancy requirements and helping ensure that dwellings are suitable for habitability.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
"All New Yorkers deserve a safe decent and affordable place to call home," Governor Cuomo said. "This new law helps ensure equal protections for New Yorkers in every corner of this great state and will hold accountable those who seek to profit off substandard housing once and for all."
Senator Jamaal T. Bailey said, "Affordable housing continues to be a growing issue in our state. We consistently see landlords overcharging tenants who are living in deplorable and unsafe conditions, and in certain cases, illegal dwellings. My bill would prohibit landlords from collecting any rent without a certificate of occupancy. This will ensure that tenants are living in adequate and safe housing. I want to thank Governor Cuomo for signing this bill, Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins and Speaker Heastie for ensuring that this bill was passed, and Assemblywoman Pamela Hunter for her leadership in sponsoring this bill in the Assembly."
Assemblymember Pamela J. Hunter said, "Renters should never have to accept substandard and dangerous living conditions. By prohibiting the collection of rent when there is no certificate of occupancy, we are incentivizing building safety. With the addition of this provision to the Multiple Residence Law, this common sense approach will now apply to cities statewide."
This legislation builds on the sweeping tenant protections signed by Governor Cuomo on June 14, 2019. A key component of the Governor's Justice Agenda, this package of reforms known as the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act of 2019, enacting the most aggressive tenant protections in state history, safeguarding affordable housing for millions of New Yorkers.
Certificates of occupancy are required before building owners allow tenants to take occupancy pursuant to both the Multiple Residence Law and the Multiple Dwelling Law. The Multiple Residence Law applies to cities having a population of 325,000 or less. In New York City, the Multiple Dwelling Law currently prohibits owners from collecting rent or maintaining nonpayment eviction proceedings during the period where a dwelling unit is occupied in violation of the certificate of occupancy requirements. This law would provide more consistency between the two laws in preventing violations of certificates of occupancy requirements and helping ensure that dwellings are suitable for habitability.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
N.Y. Election Results: Voters Approve All 5 Ballot Measures
The New York Times: Ballot questions took center stage in New York City, where ranked-choice
voting was approved, and in Jersey City, where Airbnb suffered a
defeat.
Click here for the report.
Monday, November 4, 2019
Irving Isenberg, Getzville Fire Company Chief and President, Succumbs to 9/11-Related Illness
Flags on State Government Buildings
to be Flown at Half-Staff on November 5
to be Flown at Half-Staff on November 5
Click here for the report.
Source: The Buffalo News
Statement from Governor Andrew Cuomo
"Chief Isenberg dedicated his life to serving his community and fellow New Yorkers and put his own wellbeing at risk in the wake of one of the darkest tragedies in our nation's history," Governor Cuomo said. "His passing is a reminder of the great heroism of our first responders on that day and every day that followed. On behalf of all New Yorkers, I extend our deepest gratitude to Chief Isenberg and direct flags be flown at half-staff to honor his memory."
Chief Isenberg served his community for 35 years, including as part of a detachment of ambulances from Western New York that rescued survivors at Ground Zero in the days following the September 11th terrorist attacks. He served the Getzville Fire Company for 29 years including as Chief and President before his retirement. He was a native of Erie County.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
Mayor de Blasio Announces Resignation of NYPD Commissioner O'Neill (Full Video)
This was originally broadcast between 3:00 and 3:30 p.m. Coverage begins at the 8:20 mark.
How an Occupy ICE Activist and DACA Recipient Was Deported for Tweeting
This report was published on YouTube on November 2.
The Intercept_: An undocumented teenager protested Trump's deportation regime and got deported by ICE. The FBI helped.
First Lady Melania Trump to Travel to Boston
Will Highlight a Treatment Program for Babies Born with NAS
WASHINGTON, DC – Wednesday, November 6th the First Lady will visit Boston, Massachusetts to highlight a treatment program for babies born with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS), as part of her Be Best initiative.
Mrs. Trump will visit Boston Medical Center to learn about their Cuddling Assists in Lowering Maternal and Infant Stress (CALM) Program developed to treat babies born with NAS.
In addition to CALM, Boston Medical Center developed several other programs aimed to assist pregnant women with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and newborn babies suffering from the impact of SUD. Mrs. Trump will receive a briefing from the Boston Medical Center Staff on the status of these programs. Following the briefing, Mrs. Trump will tour Boston Medical Center’s Pediatric Unit to see first-hand how these programs are implemented and meet with the children and families who have been successfully treated.
Source: The Office of the First Lady
Mrs. Trump will visit Boston Medical Center to learn about their Cuddling Assists in Lowering Maternal and Infant Stress (CALM) Program developed to treat babies born with NAS.
In addition to CALM, Boston Medical Center developed several other programs aimed to assist pregnant women with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and newborn babies suffering from the impact of SUD. Mrs. Trump will receive a briefing from the Boston Medical Center Staff on the status of these programs. Following the briefing, Mrs. Trump will tour Boston Medical Center’s Pediatric Unit to see first-hand how these programs are implemented and meet with the children and families who have been successfully treated.
Source: The Office of the First Lady
The Power of the Pen: Governor Cuomo Signs S.3337C/A.5477C
Legislation Aims to Hold Water Polluters Accountable
Click here for details.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
Minimum Sales Age for Tobacco and Electronic Cigarette Products Takes Effect November 13
Governor Andrew Cuomo today announced New York's law raising the minimum sales age for tobacco and electronic cigarette products is in effect beginning November 13, 2019. The law raises the legal age for purchasing these products from 18 to 21, building on the Governor's comprehensive efforts to combat health threats from tobacco and e-cigarette products.
The goal of this law is simple - to prevent cigarettes and vaping products from getting into the hands of our youth, creating an addiction to a deadly habit," Governor Cuomo said. "We are taking aggressive action to make sure the decades of progress we've made to combat tobacco addiction is not undone by a sharp rise in e-cigarette use among younger New Yorkers."
According to Department of Health data, nearly 40 percent of 12th grade students and 27 percent of high school students in New York State are now using e-cigarettes, and this increase is largely driven by flavored e-liquids. High school use in 2018 (27.4%) is 160 percent higher than it was in 2014 (10.5%). While New York's high school student smoking rate dropped from 27.1% in 2000 to a record low of 4.3% in 2016, aggressive marketing promoting flavored e-cigarettes stands to turn that trend. Flavoring is a key youth marketing strategy of the vaping/aerosol industry just as it is in the cigarette, cigar, and smokeless tobacco markets. E-cigarette marketing highlights flavors such as mint chocolate, bubblegum and cherry cola, and creates a mistaken belief that they are not harmful to users. Studies show nearly 78% of high school students, and 75% of middle school students report being exposed to pro-tobacco marketing in 2016.
To further crack down on retailers selling tobacco and vaping products to underage youth, State Police is partnering with the Department of Health to conduct undercover investigations across the state under The Adolescent Tobacco Use Prevention Act, which enlists underage youth to attempt to buy tobacco and e-cigarette products. As of November 1, over 1,700 inspections have occurred since July outside of New York City focusing on youth 18 years and under. Retailers found selling tobacco and vaping products to underage individuals will now face criminal penalties in addition to civil penalties.
Because tobacco use persists among youth and adults, New York State continues to prevent young adults from starting smoking. According to the Surgeon General, 88% of adult smokers started using tobacco before age 18 and 90% of the people who purchase cigarettes for minors are between the ages of 18 and 20. By raising the legal purchase age to 21, this legislation will help prevent underage children from obtaining tobacco products from their friends, reducing the likelihood young adults ever start smoking and become addicted, and ultimately save thousands of lives.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
The goal of this law is simple - to prevent cigarettes and vaping products from getting into the hands of our youth, creating an addiction to a deadly habit," Governor Cuomo said. "We are taking aggressive action to make sure the decades of progress we've made to combat tobacco addiction is not undone by a sharp rise in e-cigarette use among younger New Yorkers."
According to Department of Health data, nearly 40 percent of 12th grade students and 27 percent of high school students in New York State are now using e-cigarettes, and this increase is largely driven by flavored e-liquids. High school use in 2018 (27.4%) is 160 percent higher than it was in 2014 (10.5%). While New York's high school student smoking rate dropped from 27.1% in 2000 to a record low of 4.3% in 2016, aggressive marketing promoting flavored e-cigarettes stands to turn that trend. Flavoring is a key youth marketing strategy of the vaping/aerosol industry just as it is in the cigarette, cigar, and smokeless tobacco markets. E-cigarette marketing highlights flavors such as mint chocolate, bubblegum and cherry cola, and creates a mistaken belief that they are not harmful to users. Studies show nearly 78% of high school students, and 75% of middle school students report being exposed to pro-tobacco marketing in 2016.
To further crack down on retailers selling tobacco and vaping products to underage youth, State Police is partnering with the Department of Health to conduct undercover investigations across the state under The Adolescent Tobacco Use Prevention Act, which enlists underage youth to attempt to buy tobacco and e-cigarette products. As of November 1, over 1,700 inspections have occurred since July outside of New York City focusing on youth 18 years and under. Retailers found selling tobacco and vaping products to underage individuals will now face criminal penalties in addition to civil penalties.
Because tobacco use persists among youth and adults, New York State continues to prevent young adults from starting smoking. According to the Surgeon General, 88% of adult smokers started using tobacco before age 18 and 90% of the people who purchase cigarettes for minors are between the ages of 18 and 20. By raising the legal purchase age to 21, this legislation will help prevent underage children from obtaining tobacco products from their friends, reducing the likelihood young adults ever start smoking and become addicted, and ultimately save thousands of lives.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
William Loren Katz: Teacher, Author, Editor and Activist Dead at 92
Click here for the article.
Source: History News Network
On September 25, 2016, the celebrated historian appeared on "The G-Man Interviews" to discuss the Black Indians and their battle against European rule and the powerful bond they shared with escaped slaves. Click on the following headline to watch the episode.
Thank you, Mr. Katz. It was an honor and privilege to have you on the show. May you forever rest in peace.
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