NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–May 13, 2010. Several fraudulent solicitations claiming to be from or associated with the William J. Clinton Foundation are circulating the internet in various languages. Some of these scams include: Emails from a person named “Chapman Jennifer” inviting attendees to the “17th Roundtable of NGO/CBO which is scheduled from[Read More…]
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Former First Lady Laura Bush Supports Marriage Equality for Same-Sex Couples, Abortion
From ABC News: Former first lady Laura Bush has broken with her husband on the premier social issues of his administration and said she backs gay marriage and abortion. After more than eight years of silence on the controversial issues, Mrs. Bush said in an interview with CNN’s Larry KingTuesday,[Read More…]
Human Rights Campaign Praises President Obama’s Nomination of Elena Kagan to the United States Supreme Court
Elena Kagan. (Photo: HRC) Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– The Human Rights Campaign, the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organization, hailed President Obama’s selection of United States Solicitor General Elena Kagan as the nominee for the opening on the United States Supreme Court created by the retirement of[Read More…]
HRC Statement on GLAD DOMA Challenge Hearing
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese issued the following statement today on the federal challenge to the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) in Gill et al. v. Office of Personnel Management brought by Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders, which was heard in Federal District Court in Boston.[Read More…]
Center on Halsted Launches New Youth Mentorship Program
Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Center on Halsted will officially unveil its new Youth Mentorship Program this April. The Youth Mentorship Program will pair LGBTQ youth—aged 13 to 18—with adult mentors who have similar interests, hobbies and professional goals. Mentors will share their experiences as productive members of the LGBT community; provide professional[Read More…]
With Global Hunger a Top Concern, UN Launches Online Drive to Spur Action
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–11 May 2010 – The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) launched a major online drive today to spur action to eliminate hunger and highlight the fact that one in six people worldwide go hungry everyday. Through the “1billionhungry project” people can voice their outrage about world hunger[Read More…]
Sertoma Centre’s BIG Event Has Something for Everyone
Winners of the 2009 Cookoff proudly display their trophies. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Where in the South Chicagoland area can a family of four enjoy tasty ribs, delicious chicken, phenomenal chili, and an assortment of exciting ethnic dishes for $10 Adults and $5 for children 12 & under? For[Read More…]
Nathan Manilow Sculpture Part Plans Sol-a-Bration
(Graphic Supplied) University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Celebrate the beginning of summer on June 19 at the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park at Governors State University. Sol-a-Bration 2010, taking place from 2 to 5 p.m. at the sculpture park, will have something for summertime fans of all ages. Admission and parking are free[Read More…]
Amy Peele Reads From Her Book Saturday
Amy Peele discusses her book as her mother Helen looks on. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Amy Peel read from her book Aunt Mary’s Guide to Raising Children the Old-Fashioned Way Saturday at Village Hall. The book recalls Ms. Peele’s childhood in Park Forest. The program was sponsored by[Read More…]
BBB: Investigate Moving Companies Thoroughly Before Signing Any Contracts
Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Following a few simple rules when looking for a mover will go a long way toward protecting you from becoming a victim of bad service or scams this summer, advises the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and the American Moving & Storage Association (AMSA). May is National Moving Month,[Read More…]
