Endorsements are firsts for both organizations; Foundations had calledfor greater research and access but never endorsed a state initiative previously Miami Beach, FL –(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. In a first for either organization, the Epilepsy Foundation of Florida (EFOF) and National Epilepsy Foundation (NEF) have endorsed Amendment 2, “Use of Marijuana[Read More…]
Author: Press
Feds Release Grossly Inadequate Proposed Rule to Conserve Overfished Dusky Sharks
Dusky sharks severely depleted in U.S. fisheries in violation of federal law Dusky shark swims about 100 miles south of Cabo San Lucas in the Pacific Ocean.Copyright (c) 2004 Robert Heil – www.robertheil.com Washington, D.C. —(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. Today, in response to a 2015 Oceana lawsuit, the Obama administration released[Read More…]
In New #WithinReach Video, Comedy Stars Team Up to Get the Word Out About High-Quality, Affordable Child Care
Comedians Kathy Griffin, Sara Gilbert, Ashley Williams, Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Artemis Pebdani, Jimmy Ray Bennett, Stephanie Courtney, Adam Kulbersh, Jim Cashman, and Angelina Spicer star in new video about bringing affordable, high-quality child care #WithinReach. Washington, D.C. —(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. Comedy stars are teaming up to get the word out about[Read More…]
Center for American Progress: America’s Dams Are in Disrepair
CAP Report Calls for New Thinking on Future of Dam Infrastructure and River Health A new valve is shown in the bottom of Cushman Dam No. 2 in Shelton, Washington, in 2009. Source: AP/Drew Perine Washington, D.C. —(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. With an uptick in extreme weather events and a[Read More…]
Pesticide Restrictions in Wisconsin Fail to Protect Groundwater Adequately
WISCONSIN–(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. A Wisconsin family is speaking out against groundwater contamination after their son fell ill two years ago, prompting them to test their well water. The test results found the water contaminated with fertilizers and pesticides, most notably the weed killer atrazine, which has been banned in their[Read More…]
Feds to Reconsider Endangered Species Act Protection for Wolverine
Photo by Steve Kroschel, USFWS. VICTOR, Idaho—(ENEWSPF)–October 17, 2016. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced today that it is reopening the public-comment period on its 2013 proposed rule to protect North American wolverines as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. The agency’s move comes after the Center[Read More…]
People’s Action Endorses 22 Candidates with the Values and Vision to Build the Progressive Political Revolution
WASHINGTON –(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. People’s Action, a national organization of more than a million people, is endorsing 22 candidates around the country. The candidates exemplify the leadership qualities, values and vision necessary to build a strong future for everyone – not just the wealthy few. In endorsing these candidates, People’s[Read More…]
Senator Bernie Sanders: Benefit Increase Too Small for Americans Relying on Social Security
WASHINGTON -(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) issued the following statement Tuesday after the Social Security Administration announced a 0.3 percent increase, between $2 and $6, for Americans who receive Social Security benefits: “Seniors and disabled veterans need more help than a few extra dollars in their monthly checks. These[Read More…]
ACLU Sues Georgia Over Failure to Extend Voter Registration Deadline After Hurricane Matthew
ATLANTA —(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. The American Civil Liberties Union yesterday sued Georgia for refusing to extend the voter registration deadline in the wake of Hurricane Matthew. “The state’s failure to extend the voter registration deadline, despite the massive disruptions caused by Hurricane Matthew, means that thousands of Georgians will[Read More…]
Mohamedou Slahi Released from Guantánamo After 14 Years Without Charge or Trial
Mohamedou Slahi (Source: ACLU) ‘Guantánamo Diary’ Author to Rejoin Family in Mauritania After U.S. Review Board Cleared Way for Release NEW YORK —(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. The U.S. government has transferred Mohamedou Ould Slahi to his native Mauritania, where he is to be reunited with his family. The release comes 14 years[Read More…]
