Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2013. This Grandparents Day, Talk with Your Grandchildren about Retirement Security! This Sunday, September 8th, is Grandparents Day. The holiday presents a unique opportunity for intergenerational conversations about retirement security. While Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid are often considered seniors’ issues, they are important for all generations.[Read More…]
Year: 2013
John Podesta Statement on U.S., China, G-20 Support for Montreal Protocol Agreement to Phase Down Hydrofluorocarbons
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2013. Today, John Podesta, Chair of the Center for American Progress and former White House chief of staff, released the following statement reacting to the news that the United States, China, and the parties of the G-20 are supporting additional measures to use the Montreal Protocol to phase[Read More…]
Transgender Workers at Greater Risk for Unemployment and Poverty
New Report Finds Workplace Discrimination, Wage Disparities, and Health Disparities Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2013. A new report released today offers the most comprehensive analysis to date of the inequities facing transgender workers in the American workforce—from finding and keeping good jobs, to having equal access to job-related benefits, to obtaining[Read More…]
Center for American Progress’ Economist Adam Hersh on August 2013 Jobs Report
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2013. Today, Center for American Progress Economist Adam Hersh issued the following reaction to the announcement of August’s employment figures: Today’s job market data show the economic recovery continuing forward, but slower than needed for people to make up ground on lost incomes and savings. The plodding recovery[Read More…]
Utility Contracts Weed Eating Goats to Prevent Wildfires in Northern California
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2013. The utility for northern California, Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E), has enlisted the help of over 900 goats to clear dried brush on 100 acres of its property. The goats will be used to clear poison oak and brush that is considered a fire hazard. Goats[Read More…]
Doctors Without Borders Surgeon Killed in Syria
SYRIA—(ENEWSPF)—September 6, 2013. A Syrian surgeon working for Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), Dr. Muhammad Abyad, has been killed in northern Syria. His body was found on Sept. 3 in Aleppo province. He was 28 years old. MSF would like to express its sincere condolences to the family and[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan: Salvage Business to Pay Penalty for Illegally Storing, Disposing of Used Tires
Facility Posed West Nile Virus Threat Chicago–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2013. Attorney General Lisa Madigan yesterday announced that an Iroquois County automotive and salvage operation will pay a substantial civil penalty for illegally storing and disposing of used tires. The company also has been ordered to transfer thousands of used tires and[Read More…]
National Veterans Art Museum to Host Two Events as Part of Chicago Artists Month
In partnership with Arts Alive/45, the National Veterans Art Museum will unveil a new mural installation created by veteran artists and host a poetry reading and performance arts piece this October Chicago, Ill.—(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2013 – On Saturday, October 5, 2013 the National Veterans Art Museum (NVAM) and Arts Alive/45 (AA45)[Read More…]
Federal Judge Grants FDA Request for Consent Decree With Idaho Farm
T&T Cattle and T&T Cattle Pearl illegally administered new animal drugs Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2013. The U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho entered a consent decree of permanent injunction against owner Gregory T. Troost, doing business as T&T Cattle and T&T Cattle Pearl, and manager Mark A.[Read More…]
HHS Announces Expansion of Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program in 13 States
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 6, 2013. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced $69.7 million in grant awards to 13 states to expand Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting (MIECHV) Program activities funded by the Affordable Care Act. These competitive awards recognize states that have implemented a high-quality,[Read More…]
