Saturday, April 27, 2019

The NYC Board of Elections Just Made It Easier for People with a History of Domestic Violence to Hurt, Maim or Kill

 
Women with Orders of Protection or in Hiding to Keep
Their Children Safe Should Be Extremely Concerned!

From The G-Man strongly opposes the New York City Board of Elections (BOE) decision to publish the names, addresses and party affiliations of voters! 

If Board of Elections officials are going to continue doing this and cite that it's already part of the public record as a defense, then.....

1. People should have a right to force the BOE to redact their addresses. Period, end of story!

2. Safeguards should be put in place by the BOE to prevent domestic abusers, gang members with a score to settle, pedophiles, stalkers or rapists from freely accessing the address information. Each of the aforementioned may have had difficulty locating their intended target, but that will no longer be the case. Someone could end up hurt, maimed or worse. Given the increasing number of violent acts occurring in New York City and across the country, the chances that someone will be victimized as a result of the BOE decision are high.

From The G-Man is urging Mayor Bill de Blasio, city officials and the BOE to convene a special meeting to address this issue. You owe it to every New York City resident that has been victimized and managed to escape their abuser.  

To Save Public Housing, New York Warily Considers a New Approach: Tear Some Down

 
A plan would replace two buildings in Chelsea with mixed-income private developments. Residents fear displacement.

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Source: The New York Times 

Public Records: Personal Information on New York City Voters Is Now Available for All to See


The city’s Board of Elections posted its voting rolls to its website, allowing anyone to access people’s home addresses and party affiliation. 

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Source: The New York Times

Mayor de Blasio Presents Fiscal Year 2020 Executive Budget


This video was published on YouTube on April 25.

Archdiocese of New York Releases Names of 120 Predator Priests, Many Now Deceased

 
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Source: The New York Daily News

HHS Nearing Plan to Roll Back Transgender Protections, Cuomo Responds


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Source: Politico 

Statement by Governor Andrew Cuomo

"The Trump administration's latest scheme to overturn an Obama-era rule under the Affordable Care Act that provided anti-discrimination protections for transgender Americans is repugnant and unacceptable.

"While this federal administration works to roll back healthcare, in New York we are doing the opposite. We took action in this year's state budget to ensure all New Yorkers are protected from insurance discrimination by enshrining these critical protections from the Affordable Care Act into state law.

"After reports last summer that the Trump administration could propose this despicable rule, at my direction the State Department of Health issued regulations prohibiting health care providers from discriminating against transgender patients. Also at my direction, the Department of Financial Services issued regulations expanding the scope of anti-discrimination protections for trans individuals when it comes to accessing health insurance, and issued a circular letter reminding industry participants that discrimination on the basis of gender identity is already prohibited in New York in certain policies.

"My message to transgender and gender nonconforming New Yorkers is simple: We have your back. Your healthcare will not be jeopardized because of this proposed rule. And we will not stop fighting to ensure equal protections for every New Yorker regardless of their gender identify."

Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo

Girls for Gender Equity Issues Call to Action: 'Let's Take the New York City Department of Education by (Twitter) Storm!'

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The following announcement was submitted by Brittany Brathwaite, Girls for Gender Equity's Manager of Organizing and Innovation. 

Last October, we launched our School Girls Deserve Campaign, and we’re ready to take the campaign into its next phase starting with a press conference and hearing on April 30.

Let's get you caught up on what we've been able to accomplish.

We’ve held ongoing meetings with New York City Council and government agencies in effort to hire seven full-time Title IX coordinators in field offices throughout New York City. Currently, only one person is tasked with supporting all 1.1 million students in New York City's 1,800 public schools, which, as you know, means that students are often left without support when incidents of sexual harassment occur.
    
We also attended and gave testimony at the New York City Council Preliminary Education Budget Hearing detailing the experience and effects of sexual harassment in schools. Following the hearing, Councilmember Adrienne Adams introduced a resolution calling on the city to hire seven full-time Title IX coordinators, and now the Council has scheduled an oversight hearing on Title IX and Gender Discrimination for April 30, 2019!
    
Our request for the hires was included in the City Council’s preliminary budget response.

In advance of our press conference, we're planning a Twitter storm on April 29, at 1:30 p.m. (EST), in order to make the New York City Department of Education hear and understand what young people of color in New York City are experiencing.

Click here for additional information and to join our effort. 

Friday, April 26, 2019

Gainesville Independent School District's 2018-2019 Teachers of the Year

Source: Gainesville ISD

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

After watching this report, I invite you to scroll down and review other heartwarming and humorous posts. You and your loved ones have a good and safe weekend. 

"G-Man"

Flashback Friday: Abbott & Costello's 'Who's on First'


This video was published on YouTube on September 17, 2015. 

Source: thescribefiles

Comedy Classics: The Little Rascals, 'Chubbsy Ubsy'


This video was published on YouTube on October 18, 2011. 

Source: Chris Cardona

Good Samaritan Stops Officer Attack


This report was published on YouTube on April 25.

Meet Make-A-Wish® Alum Tim Samuel


From The G-Man wishes Mr. Samuel well in his ongoing battle. Fight on, man! You rock! 

Young Athletes' Lives Will Change in an Instant at Star-Studded NFL Draft Day


How Jeopardy! Champion James Holzhauer Continues to Set Records


10-Year-Old Girl Born with No Hands Wins National Handwriting Competition


This report was published on YouTube on April 25.

24-Year-Old Wins $768 Million Jackpot


This report was published on YouTube on April 24.

Professional Ice Climber Will Gadd Helps Scientists Learn More About Climate Change


This report was published on YouTube on April 24.

Chick-fil-A Delivers Food to Boy in Hospital on a Sunday


High School Senior Hasn't Missed School in 13 Years, in Honor of His Late Sister


16-Year-Old Hears Dad's Heartbeat 12 Years After He Died


This report was published on YouTube on April 25.

Last Surviving Member of First Navy SEAL Team Turns 94


This report was published on YouTube on April 24.

Honduran Brothers Reunited Six Months After Being Separated at U.S. Border


This report was published on YouTube on April 24.

Permaculture Brings Prosperity to Ethiopia's Rural Areas


Thursday, April 25, 2019

Director John Singleton is in a Coma After Suffering Major Stroke


New York Investigating Facebook Over 'Unauthorized' Email Contact Collection


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Source: Reuters

Seeing is Believing: 'Women Direct' to Premiere at the Artemis Film Festival

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Los Angeles, CA — Emmy® winning actress-turned-director Cady McClain’s Seeing Is Believing: Women Direct will make its Los Angeles premiere at the opening night, April 26 at 9:30pm, of the 2019 Artemis Film Festival held at the Monica Film Center, followed by a second screening on April 27.
 
McClain’s documentary film emphasizes the opportunity for women to use their voice through media to change the social and political landscape and achieve full equality.

Focusing on inspiring and uplifting young female storytellers through the mentorship and leadership of four diverse directors, Seeing Is Believing: Women Direct opens the conversation up to ask, “What is the broader role of storytelling in our society and how can women use filmed media as a unique opportunity to catalyze progress?” The film is additionally bolstered by important insights from male and female-identifying filmmakers to show how collaboration, rather than oppression, can incentivize all genders to connect to our shared human experience.

Screenings:

Friday, April 26
9:30 p.m. at Laemmle's Monica Film Center
1332 2nd St. Santa Monica, CA 90401
Followed by Q&A with the filmmakers and featured directors

Saturday April 27
2:20 p.m. at Laemmle's Monica Film Center
1332 2nd St. Santa Monica, CA 90401
Screening followed by Q&A with the filmmakers and featured directors

4:30 p.m. Curator Magazine presents “Powerhouses of Female Fortitude”, a panel discussion called to discuss how women persevere in the industry while also championing other women. Confirmed guests include Maikiko James of Women in Film Los Angeles, Liz Manashil of Sundance Creative Distribution Initiative, Heather Allin, former president of ACTRA, and Tige Charity, founder of Kids in the Spotlight.

6:30 p.m. VIP Reception hosted by The Chimaera Project

The panel will be followed by an open reception hosted by The Chimaera Project at during which the festival awards will be given. The Chimaera Project recognizes the collective voice as a catalyst for social change. They are dedicated to empowering filmmakers who identify as female to fearlessly create, inspire and lead! Their goal is to create change by demonstrating an inclusive model.


Seeing Is Believing: Women Direct is an in-depth investigation into the challenges faced by women directors and the tools they use to overcome them. The film focuses on the journeys of four articulate filmmakers - Lesli Linka Glatter (EP/Director Homeland), Sarah Gavron (Suffragette), Li Lu (There is a New World Somewhere) and Naima Ramos Chapman (HBO’s Random Acts of Flyness) - who provide a wonderfully eclectic and informative mix of perspectives. The film’s central subjects are honest without complaining, direct without blaming, and optimistic about change. They share valuable insights into how they became directors and discuss what steps are required to ensure more women are given the opportunity to work at the highest levels of the film industry. ~ St Louis Film Festival.

To learn more visit: https://www.cadymcclain.com/ or http://seeingisbelievingwomendirect.com/ 

Source: Cady McClain

After Mueller Revelations, How to Protect Election Integrity in 2020


This report was published on YouTube on April 24.

Former Florida Officer Sentenced in 2015 Death of Stranded Black Motorist



Baltimore City Hall, Mayor’s Homes Raided Amid Scrutiny Over Book Deals


Joe Biden Announces 2020 Run


Has the US Failed Rape Victims in Wars?


China Shows the World It’s Ready for War


This report was published on YouTube on April 23.

Iraq PM: We Will Try to Ease US-Iran Tension


Mali's Rebel Leaders Face UN Sanctions Over Continued Attacks


Women Set to Play Crucial Role in Indian Election Outcome


Climate Protests Continue in London, Leading to Disruption in Financial District


Moscow Facilitates Russian Passports for Ukrainians in Donbass Region


US-China Trade Talks: Is the End Near?


Sudan Military Council Says 'Agreement' Reached with Protest Leaders


Israeli Director Amos Gitai on His New Film 'A Tramway in Jerusalem'