Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2014. Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) released the following statement on President Obama’s new Executive Actions on Immigration. “During my time in office I have consistently heard from individuals and groups throughout the political spectrum that believe we need comprehensive immigration reform that is practical, fair and humane and[Read More…]
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Representative Jan Schakowsky Statement in Strong Support of President Obama’s Action on Immigration
CHICAGO – (ENEWSPF)—November 20, 2014. “I praise President Obama for his bold announcement on immigration this evening. I’m very grateful that he has decided to use his legal authority to protect families in my district and around the country who want nothing more than to keep their families together and work[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly’s Statement on President Obama’s Executive Action on Immigration
WASHINGTON –(ENEWSPF)—November 20, 2014. Congresswoman Robin Kelly issued the following statement today in response to President Obama’s executive action on immigration. “I support the President taking action to address our nation’s immigration crisis by securing our borders, prioritizing criminals in deportations and making everyone accountable in paying their fair share[Read More…]
Center for American Progress President Neera Tanden Reacts to the President’s Executive Action on Immigration
Washington, D.C. —(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2014. Following President Barack Obama’s announcement today about his plans to take executive actions on immigration that will provide relief to a portion of the country’s undocumented immigrant population, Neera Tanden, President of the Center for American Progress, issued the following statement: Today, parents who have[Read More…]
ACLU Comment on President Obama’s Immigration Executive Actions Announcement
WASHINGTON –-(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2014. Tonight, President Obama will announce a package of executive actions that could temporarily shield more than 4 million undocumented immigrants from deportation. Below are preliminary thoughts from ACLU Executive Director Anthony D. Romero: “The ACLU supports the President for taking necessary action to restore some fairness[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama in Address to the Nation on Immigration, Nov. 20, 2014
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2014 – 8:01 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: My fellow Americans, tonight, I’d like to talk with you about immigration. For more than 200 years, our tradition of welcoming immigrants from around the world has given us a tremendous advantage over other nations. It’s kept us youthful, dynamic,[Read More…]
Congressional Research Service Publishes Report On Federal Government Taxing Marijuana
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2014. The Congressional Research Service (CRS) released a comprehensive thirty five-page report last week examining the federal government establishing a wholesale excise tax on the production and sale of cannabis-related products. In what is one of the most comprehensive policy and fiscal reviews to date of how[Read More…]
IRS Advisory Council OKs Marijuana-related Businesses For Accountants
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2014. On Wednesday the IRS Advisory Council (IRSAC) released a report making a number of observations and recommendations to the Internal Revenue Service and federal policy makers relating to the need for greater latitude and legal protections (under the current federal anti-marijuana laws) for tax professionals who[Read More…]
Statement from Mayor Emanuel on Study Finding Chicago Public School Students are Leading the Way in Illinois in Reading and Math
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2014. “Congratulations to Chicago Public Schools for leading the way in Illinois in reading and math, according to an Advance Illinois study. This achievement is a testament to the hard work of our students and the dedication of the principals, teachers, and especially the parents. Our students’ accomplishment[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel, Chicago Housing Authority Announce the Grand Opening of the Dorchester Art + Housing Collaborative
Renowned Chicago artist Theaster Gates helps revitalize vacant CHA land into art-centered mixed-income community in the Grand Crossing Neighborhood CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 20, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel today joined the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) and renowned artist Theaster Gates to announce the grand opening for the Dorchester Art + Housing Collaborative, an[Read More…]
