Monday, April 15, 2019
Russia in Africa: Inside a Military Training Centre in CAR
Russia is back in the Central African Republic (CAR).
In a military training base located on former palace grounds southwest
of the capital Bangui, hundreds of Russian fighters, described as army
reservists, are training Central African government soldiers in
preparation for deployment along the country's border.
Click here for the full summary.
Canada: Conservatives Should Reaffirm Paris Climate Targets
This report was published on YouTube on April 14.
Former policy advisor to Stephen Harper and now Executive Director of
Canadians for Clean Propserity, Mark Cameron tells Eric Sorensen, basic
market economics suggest putting a price on carbon would mean there
would be less carbon, less pollution.
Venezuela's Maduro Orders Militia Expansion as Guaido Tours Blackout-Ravaged State
This report was published on YouTube on April 13.
Citi Bike Pulls New Electric Bikes Off Streets, Citing Safety Concerns
The pedal-assist bikes operated by Lyft-owned companies in New York
City, San Francisco and Washington were removed based on concerns over
the brakes.
Click here for the report.
Source: The New York Times
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Nipsey Hussle Memorial Service (Full Coverage)
WARNING: Coverage may contain vulgar language some viewers may find
offensive. Discretion is advised.
Rapper Nipsey Hussle was mourned at a public memorial Thursday at
Staples Center in Los Angeles.
The website for the 21,000-seat downtown arena said organizers are
calling the event Nipsey Hussle's Celebration of Life.
The memorial begins at 10 a.m. Thursday. No details were given
about who may be appearing, performing or speaking.
Hussle, a 33-year-old father of two and a hip-hop artist as beloved for
his work in his community as his music, was fatally shot March 31 while
standing outside his South Los Angeles clothing store.
Two days later, police arrested Eric R. Holder Jr. in the killing and on
Thursday prosecutors charged him with murder. Holder has pleaded not
guilty.
JLUSA: New Trump Rule Would Leave Job Seekers with Records Unprotected
The following announcement was submitted by JustLeadershipUSA (JLUSA).
A new rule proposed by the Trump administration would require applicants for federal jobs or contractor positions to inform the employer if they've ever completed a diversion program — a move that would defeat the purpose of a policy that’s meant to protect people from discrimination in the hiring process.
This proposal will erect even higher barriers for people with records when searching for employment. At JustLeadershipUSA, particularly through the #WORKINGfuture campaign, we fight so that everyone with a record can have access to meaningful employment, affordable basic services, and dignity for themselves and their families.
If this proposed rule is passed, it will continue a decades-long trend that excludes people with records from employment, food access, housing, voting, and other basic human and civil rights.
We need your voice to call on the Trump administration to end this dangerous practice before it begins.
We are calling on all JustLeadershipUSA members and supporters to submit a letter to the Trump Administration before April 23rd to demand an end to this proposal.
Click here to submit your letter.
This proposal will erect even higher barriers for people with records when searching for employment. At JustLeadershipUSA, particularly through the #WORKINGfuture campaign, we fight so that everyone with a record can have access to meaningful employment, affordable basic services, and dignity for themselves and their families.
If this proposed rule is passed, it will continue a decades-long trend that excludes people with records from employment, food access, housing, voting, and other basic human and civil rights.
We need your voice to call on the Trump administration to end this dangerous practice before it begins.
We are calling on all JustLeadershipUSA members and supporters to submit a letter to the Trump Administration before April 23rd to demand an end to this proposal.
Click here to submit your letter.
SPLC Launches Digital Initiative to Promote Honest Discussion of Confederate History
The following announcement was submitted by the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC).
Alabama, Florida, Georgia,
Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina,
Tennessee, and Texas all devote public time, energy, and resources to
celebrating “Confederate Memorial Day” or “Confederate History Month”
each year. We launched a digital initiative this month to correct the
false narratives of the “Lost Cause” mythology, which idolizes people
who fought against the United States in order to preserve slavery.
Click here for the full announcement.
EU Agrees to Delay Brexit Deadline Until October 31
This report was published on YouTube on April 10.
Gov. Cuomo Discusses How Federal Gov't Policies Are Hurting NY
This video was published on YouTube on April 10.
NY Charter Schools Angry as City Seeks to Kill Marketing Service
The practice, begun more than a decade ago, has drawn criticism from
activists who say it siphons students away from traditional public
schools and Mayor de Blasio said at a town hall meeting in February that
he’d look into changing it.
Click here for the report.
Source: The New York Daily News
Final Verdict on General Electric’s PCB Cleanup Likely Five Decades Away, Federal Officials Announce
The EPA deferred its conclusions on the work done on the river north of
Albany, and promised to make sure the environmental cleansing effort was
completed to its satisfaction. The “Certificate of Completion of the
Work” for GE is likely more than five decades down the road, the EPA
said.
Click here for the report.
Source: The New York Daily News
Happening in Harlem: Active Shooter Presentation by F.B.I. Special Agent
Source: A. Smith, President/NYPD Civilian Volunteer, 32nd Precinct CC
Contact (646) 470-2178 or 32PctCommunityCouncil@gmail.com for more information.
From The G-Man is urging community residents to attend this meeting and others. It is the only way to find out what the precinct and department are doing to address crime in the area.
Additionally, the meetings provide information on community events and allow residents to convey concerns or pose important questions to those charged with the task of protecting and serving.
The turnout for the March meeting was phenomenal. Do you think you can keep it going, Harlem? This news site believes you can. See you there!
"G-Man"
H. Carl McCall Retires as SUNY Chairman
Source: Newsday
Statement from SUNY Student Assembly
President and Trustee Michael Braun
President and Trustee Michael Braun
“While SUNY students are sad to see Chairman McCall end his 12 years of service to the SUNY system, we stand grateful for his unparalleled record of leadership and service to our system and state.
Chairman McCall has consistently fought to enhance the student experience, secure the funding our campuses need to thrive, build academic excellence, and promote diversity, equity and inclusion across the system.
Chairman McCall’s decades of experience in public service inspires students across the system to dream big and aim high. Under his leadership, SUNY has made tremendous strides towards fully realizing its mission of offering an affordable and accessible higher education to all. In recognition of Chairman McCall’s commitment to ensuring that the promise of a SUNY Education includes everyone, the Student Assembly has endowed the H. Carl McCall Award for the Promotion of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. For years to come, the Student Assembly will honor a campus student government that displays the same passion for these key values as the Chairman has demonstrated throughout his career.
As he approaches retirement, the Student Assembly wishes Chairman McCall the best of luck in all future pursuits, and we thank him for all he has don to create a SUNY that works best for everyone in it.”
Source: SUNY SA
Chairman McCall has consistently fought to enhance the student experience, secure the funding our campuses need to thrive, build academic excellence, and promote diversity, equity and inclusion across the system.
Chairman McCall’s decades of experience in public service inspires students across the system to dream big and aim high. Under his leadership, SUNY has made tremendous strides towards fully realizing its mission of offering an affordable and accessible higher education to all. In recognition of Chairman McCall’s commitment to ensuring that the promise of a SUNY Education includes everyone, the Student Assembly has endowed the H. Carl McCall Award for the Promotion of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. For years to come, the Student Assembly will honor a campus student government that displays the same passion for these key values as the Chairman has demonstrated throughout his career.
As he approaches retirement, the Student Assembly wishes Chairman McCall the best of luck in all future pursuits, and we thank him for all he has don to create a SUNY that works best for everyone in it.”
Source: SUNY SA
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Trump Executive Order Will Aim to Prevent States from Blocking Pipelines, Energy Infrastructure
Source: CNBC
Statement from Governor Andrew Cuomo
"President Trump's Executive Order is a gross overreach of federal authority that undermines New York's ability to protect our water quality and our environment. States must have a role in the process for siting energy infrastructure like pipelines, and any efforts to curb this right to protect our residents will be fought tooth and nail.
"Especially at a time when the federal government has abdicated its responsibility to protect our environment and public health, states like New York are on the front lines protecting our clean water and the public health.
"While the Trump Administration continues its hostile assault on our environment, we are proud to be leading the way forward to build the clean energy economy of tomorrow in New York."
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
"Especially at a time when the federal government has abdicated its responsibility to protect our environment and public health, states like New York are on the front lines protecting our clean water and the public health.
"While the Trump Administration continues its hostile assault on our environment, we are proud to be leading the way forward to build the clean energy economy of tomorrow in New York."
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
Community Accountability Forum to Be Held in Madison, WI, After Black Girl's Assault
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The following announcement was submitted by Brandi Grayson, Executive Director of Urban Triage.
Hello All,
I'm sending this email as a personal
invite to our Community Accountability Forum. The purpose of the forum
is to provide space and opportunity to center Black families and youth
voices relating to Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) restraint policies and individual education plans (IEPs). It is also an
opportunity for our community to ask questions of MMSD staff and other
experts on policies and procedures relating to the use of restraints and IEPs.
This forum
was organized as a result of an 11-year-old Black girl being brutalized by an MMSD staff person in front of her class. Her hair was yanked out
of her scalp and she was punched in the face. The incident started
because she and another student sprayed Frebreeze in the classroom.
In
addition to the question and answer session, a breakout session will be
included to provide the community with the opportunity to create
actionable steps to support students who are the most vulnerable based
on the information received from the experts on the panel.
Food and childcare will be provided. If transportation is needed, or if you would like additional information or have any questions or
concerns, please contact me at bgrayson74@gmail.com. I also invite you to forward this announcement to your network(s).
Thank you for your time and consideration.
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