Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 7, 2011. The U.S. House of Representatives today passed H.R. 910, the “Energy Tax Prevention Act.” The bill was introduced by Rep. Fred Upton, Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce committee. In response, Sierra Club Executive Director Michael Brune made the following statement: “Though we are appalled[Read More…]
Author: Gary Kopycinski
NATO Looking Into Strike Allegations In Brega
Naples, Italy–(ENEWSPF)–7 April 2011. NATO is looking into the specific details of an alleged strike on a column of tanks outside of Brega today. The fighting between Brega and Ajdabiyah, where the strike occurred, has been fierce for several days. The situation is unclear and fluid with mechanized weapons traveling[Read More…]
‘Gaddafi Attacks Libyan Oil Field’ – Statement by NATO Joint Force Command Naples
Naples, Italy–(ENEWSPF)–7 April 2011. The accusation by Colonel Gaddafi that NATO was responsible for fires in the Sarir Oil Fields is false and is a direct result of his attacks on his own people and infrastructure. NATO has been monitoring this area since the beginning of the month. Attacks last[Read More…]
Audubon President David Yarnold Comments on Clean Air Act
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 7, 2011. The following remarks are attributed to Audubon President David Yarnoid. “The U.S. Senate has given all Americans good reason to be heartened and hopeful. A majority stood up for clean air. They rejected the cynical, shortsighted assault that’s raging in the Capitol – threatening vital environmental[Read More…]
Oreck Corporation Ordered to Stop Making Claims That Its Ultraviolet Vacuum/Air Cleaner Can Prevent Illness
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 7, 2011. As part of its ongoing efforts to protect consumers from bogus health claims, the Federal Trade Commission has reached a settlement requiring Oreck Corporation to stop making allegedly false and unproven claims that two of its appliances can reduce the risk of flu and other illnesses, and[Read More…]
The Importance and Promise of American Manufacturing
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 7, 2011. Today the Center for American Progress released the report “The Importance and Promise of American Manufacturing: Why It Matters if We Make It in America and Where We Stand Today,” by Michael Ettlinger and Kate Gordon, examining where the United States remains competitive in manufacturing at[Read More…]
Presidential Proclamation–National Volunteer Week
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 7, 2011. America’s story has been marked by the service of volunteers. Generations of selfless individuals from all walks of life have served each other and our Nation, each person dedicated to making tomorrow better than today. They exemplify the quintessential American idea that we can change things,[Read More…]
Statement by Secretary of State Clinton on Flooding in Thailand
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 7, 2011. On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I send our sincere condolences and sympathy to the people of Thailand for the loss of life and damage caused by the flooding in southern Thailand. I am grateful to the Royal Thai[Read More…]
Joint Statement on U.S.-Turkey Consultations on Afghanistan
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 7, 2011. Following is the text of a joint statement by the United States and Turkey on the U.S.-Turkey Consultations on Afghanistan. April 4, 2011 a high ranking Turkish interagency delegation led by Deputy Director General for South Asia and Turkish representative in the International Contact Group Burak[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Unveils $11.5 Billion Multi-Year Construction Program
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 7, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today unveiled the state’s new $11.5 billion multi-year construction program. The program will create 155,000 jobs and spark economic development throughout the state while improving safety and reducing congestion. Driven by the Illinois Jobs Now! capital program, the statewide multi-year plan for fiscal years[Read More…]
