PHILADELPHIA –(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. The Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) announced the program for the final day of the Democratic National Convention being held in Philadelphia from July 25 to July 28. The night will end with Hillary Clinton’s acceptance of the Democratic Party’s nomination. In Philadelphia, Democrats have[Read More…]
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Separating Myth From Fact: Drug Policy Alliance Releases New Marijuana Facts Booklet
Addresses Most Commonly-Asked Questions About Marijuana Use and Its Effects; Several States Preparing for Historic Votes on Marijuana Law Reform this November NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. Today, the Drug Policy Alliance released Marijuana Facts, intended for non-expert audiences seeking answers to some of the most common questions asked about marijuana[Read More…]
FDA Approves Adlyxin to Treat Type 2 Diabetes
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Adlyxin (lixisenatide), a once-daily injection to improve glycemic control (blood sugar levels), along with diet and exercise, in adults with type 2 diabetes. “The FDA continues to support the development of new drug therapies for diabetes management,” said[Read More…]
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Considers Proposal to Overhaul Debt Collection Market
New Protections Would Limit Collector Contact and Help Ensure the Correct Debt is Collected Washington, D.C. –(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. Today the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) outlined proposals under consideration that would overhaul the debt collection market by capping collector contact attempts and by helping to ensure that companies[Read More…]
New Video “Voices of Flint” Debuts at Democratic National Convention
Philadelphia, PA –(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. Under pressure to cut costs in April 2014, the city of Flint, Michigan, switched its water source from Lake Huron to the Flint River—a move that contaminated the city’s drinking water with lead, costing residents’ health and quality of life. Tonight, the Democratic National[Read More…]
New Democratic National Convention Video on Sandy Hook “My Mother”
Philadelphia, PA –(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. On December 14, 2012, Erica Smegielski’s world was turned upside down when her mother and best friend, Dawn, was killed in the horrific shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Since then, she has turned her tears into anger—and her anger into action—to help spare other families[Read More…]
Congresswoman Kelly Statement on the Presidential Library in Jackson Park
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 27, 2016. Congresswoman Robin Kelly issued the following statement regarding the decision to locate the Obama Presidential Center in historic Jackson Park, located within the Second Congressional District. “I’m thrilled that President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama have selected Jackson Park as the site for the Presidential library[Read More…]
Meijer Recalls Fresh Salad Products Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. Meijer is announcing a recall of select fresh salads and sandwiches due to a potential risk of Salmonella contamination. The Markets of Meijer Salads and Sandwiches were sold in Meijer stores from 7/20/16 to 7/25/16. There have been no known illnesses reported to Meijer from[Read More…]
Statement from Jake Sullivan, Hillary for America Senior Policy Advisor, on Donald Trump’s Press Conference Today
PENNSYLVANIA–(ENEWSPF)–July 27, 2016. After Donald Trump’s comments at his press conference today Hillary for America Senior Policy Advisor Jake Sullivan released the following statement: “This has to be the first time that a major presidential candidate has actively encouraged a foreign power to conduct espionage against his political opponent. That’s[Read More…]
A Season of Southland Premieres and Fan Favorites at Governors State University’s Center for Performing Arts
Tickets are On Sale Now!* Evil and Good — Presented by Chicago Dance Crash University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)–July 27, 2016. GSU’s Center for Performing Arts’ 2016-17 season lineup brings a mix of fresh, fun, and nostalgic programs, showcasing fan favorites like blues prodigy Jamiah Rogers, and Chicago Southland premieres by[Read More…]
