Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 26, 2010. Michelle and I extend our warmest thoughts and wishes to all those who are celebrating Kwanzaa this holiday season. Today is the first of a joyful seven-day celebration of African American culture and heritage. The seven principles of Kwanzaa — Unity, Self Determination, Collective Work and[Read More…]
Day: December 27, 2010
Human Rights Campaign Praises Confirmation of Chai Feldblum for Full Term on the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– The Human Rights Campaign, the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organization, praised the Senate for confirming Chai Feldblum to a full term as a Commissioner of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Republican Senators had previously blocked Feldblum’s nomination, leading President Obama[Read More…]
Human Rights Campaign Statement on President Signing ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal into Law
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– On December 22, President Obama signed legislation that will result in the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” (DADT). Following the signing ceremony, HRC President Joe Solmonese made the following statement: “Today gay and lesbian patriots serving their country in silence, and thousands more who wish to serve[Read More…]
Military Sexual Abuse ‘Staggering’
Part II of a series By Dahr Jamail Every year, rape increases at an alarming rate within American military institutions – and even males are victims of the cycle. In fact, due to raw demographics, one can roughly surmise that most victims of sexual abuse in the military are male.[Read More…]
Rape Rampant In US Military
Statistics and soldiers’ testimonies reveal a harrowing epidemic of sexual assault in the US military. Sexual assault within the ranks of the military is not a new problem. It is a systemic problem that has necessitated that the military conduct its own annual reporting on the crisis. A 2003 Air[Read More…]
Tax Season Starts on Time for Most Taxpayers; Those Affected by Late Tax Breaks Can File in Mid- to Late February
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– Following the recent tax law changes, the Internal Revenue Service announced today the upcoming tax season will start on time for most people, but taxpayers affected by three recently reinstated deductions need to wait until mid- to late February to file their individual tax returns. In addition, taxpayers[Read More…]
Walgreens Contribution Helps Exceed Lifeline Appeal Goal
More than $650,000 raised in 50 days, thanks to community support Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Walgreens contribution of $25,000 to the Howard Brown Health Center’s Lifeline Appeal campaign brings the campaign’s total donations to more than $650,000 and ensures the center will remain open. “We are extremely grateful to Walgreens for its generosity[Read More…]
Howard Brown Health Center Exceeds Lifeline Appeal Goal
More than $650,000 raised in 50 days, thanks to community support Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Broad community support from more than 1,400 donors delivered a miracle lifeline to Howard Brown Health Center, which announced today that it received donations of more than $650,000 since launching its Lifeline Appeal 50 days ago. Capping day-50 of[Read More…]
New Year Will See Some Old First Amendment Issues
Commentary Inside the First Amendment By Gene Policinski First Amendment Center vice president/executive director Welcome, 2011, and all that you offer as a New Year: a chance for a fresh start and the promise of new opportunities. But it’s fair to say that in terms of the First Amendment, you’re[Read More…]
Religious Rights Aren’t Conferred By Majority Rule
Commentary Inside the First Amendment By Gene Policinski First Amendment Center vice president/executive director When we’re in the majority, we generally get our way — from the playground to Congress. But our basic rights as citizens don’t depend on having one more vote or legislative seat than someone else. There’s[Read More…]
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