WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2016 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement after voting in favor of legislation to audit the Federal Reserve: “Too much of the Fed’s business is conducted in secret, known only to the bankers on its various boards and committees. In 2010, I inserted an amendment in[Read More…]
Day: January 12, 2016
Letter to President Obama Signed by at Least 145 Democrats in the House on ICE Raids
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2016. Today, Reps. Zoe Lofgren (D-CA), Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-CA), Steny Hoyer (D-MD), and Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) joined Rep. Luis Gutierrez (D-IL) to release a letter to President Obama signed by at least 145 Democrats in the House. The letter says in part, “We strongly condemn the Department[Read More…]
Groups File Suit to Protect Threatened Salmon and Trout in the Puyallup River
Seattle–(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2016. A coalition of conservation groups filed suit today to protect Puget Sound Chinook salmon, steelhead and bull trout – all threatened with extinction – from being killed by the Electron hydroelectric project on the Puyallup River. “Wild salmon and steelhead are part of who we are in[Read More…]
Hillary Clinton Announces Details of Tax Plan to Ensure Wealthiest Pay Their Fair Share
IOWA–(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2016. Today, Hillary Clinton announced the details of her tax plan to ensure the wealthiest individuals pay their fair share, while making investments that will create good-paying jobs and raise middle class incomes. As part of her plan, Clinton would shut down the so-called “private tax system” by closing[Read More…]
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Releases Guide to Help Consumers Navigate Pension Payouts
Guide Highlights Trade-Offs Between Lump-Sum and Lifetime Monthly Payout Options WASHINGTON, D.C. –(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2016. Today the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is releasing a guide to help consumers navigate their pension payout options and make the right decision about their retirement income. The guide gives near-retirees the information they[Read More…]
Grassroots Collaborative Lauds City Council Progressive Caucus for Standing Up to Mayor’s Massive Borrowing Scheme
CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)—January 12, 2016. The following is a statement by Amisha Patel, Executive Director of Grassroots Collaborative, regarding the Chicago City Council Progressive Caucus announcement of their opposition to the Emanuel Administration’s plan to voluntarily pay $106 million in interest rate swap termination penalties as part of a massive borrowing[Read More…]
Park Forest Woman Reported Missing On January 5
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forest police are expressing “concern” about a missing resident, 31-year-old Brenda Jackson, of the 200 block of Arcadia Street in Park Forest, reported missing by her husband and mother on January 5, 2016. The following is from the Park Forest Police Department: The Park Forest Police[Read More…]
Acclaimed Chicago Theatre Heads South for One Night Only at Governors State University’s Center for Performing Arts
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)–January 12, 2016. Equity Jeff awards. Glowing reviews. Accolades are nothing new to Chicago’s Porchlight Theatre. The 20-year old theatre group has received rave reviews from just about every Chicago theatre critic. City residents have had the convenience of seeing what all the fuss is about, and now[Read More…]
Drug Policy Alliance Applauds Gov. Cuomo’s Plan to Give College Education to Prisoners
NEW YORK—(ENEWSPF)—January 12, 2016 By: Anthony Papa On Sunday, Governor Andrew Cuomo reintroduced his proposal for New York State to fund college for prisoners. Two years ago he bravely tried to convince people that prisoners should be afforded the opportunity to receive a college education while in prison. But critics[Read More…]
Pier 1 Imports Recalls Swingasan Chairs and Stands Due to Fall Hazard
Swingasan Chairs Recall Summary Name of product: Swingasan® chairs and stands Hazard: The suspension hardware on the chair and stand can break, or the stand can become unstable during use, posing a fall hazard. Remedy: View Details Repair Refund Consumer Contact: Pier 1 Imports toll-free at 855-513-5140 from 8 a.m.[Read More…]