Month: April 2024
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Mayor Eric Adams Announces Curriculum On Hate Crimes And Their Impact For New York City Schools. Balancing Freedom and Constitutional Considerations
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has introduced a new curriculum titled ‘Teaching About Hate Crimes and their Impacts,’ aimed at educating students in public schools about hate crimes, biases, and their repercussions on individuals and communities. Developed in partnership with Facing History & Ourselves, the curriculum comprises five lessons designed to enhance students’ understanding…
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Response to NY Post Article: ‘Where Are the Parents of These Deluded Columbia Students Chanting about Attacking Jews?’”
Piers Morgan’s article in the New York Post criticizes the actions of Columbia University students who were chanting about attacking Jewish people. 1 He questions where the “deluded” students’ parents are, implying he believes the students’ behavior is unacceptable and their parents should be held accountable. 1 Morgan is sharply criticizing the Columbia University students involved in the anti-Semitic…
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State lawmaker from Atlanta suing DA Fani Willis, Fulton County
An state lawmaker who represents a portion of Atlanta has filed a lawsuit against Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and others, claiming they harmed her as the victim of an alleged stalker. State Rep. Mesha Mainor (R-Atlanta) is publicly discussing the lawsuit at the state capitol. Mainor – a two-term downtown Atlanta lawmaker whose…
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White House. Biden Administration Delivers on Permitting Progress to Build America’s Infrastructure and Clean Energy Future Faster, Safer, and Cleaner
White House Updates: News from Washington DC The Biden-Harris Administration is accelerating infrastructure and clean energy projects by streamlining permitting and environmental reviews, aiming to create jobs and address climate change while ensuring environmental responsibility. Their efforts have reduced review times, expanded categorical exclusions for low-impact projects, and surpassed renewable energy permitting goals, with a…
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Mayor Adams Celebrates Launch Of New York City’s First Climate Budgeting Process and Video Contradiction from Forbes and Al Gor
New York City is First Big City in U.S. to Adopt Climate Budgeting, Joins Elite Group of Global Cities, Including London, Oslo, and Mumbai. Climate Budgeting Will Permanently Embed Climate Considerations Into Budgeting Decisions, Helping to Reach Climate Goals . Forbes video: ( Apr 22, 2021 )During a House Oversight and Reform Subcommittee on Environment hearing on climate…
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White House. National Security Memorandum on Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience
White House Updates: News from Washington DC NATIONAL SECURITY MEMORANDUM/NSM-22 MEMORANDUM FOR THE VICE PRESIDENT THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR THE SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE THE SECRETARY OF COMMERCE THE SECRETARY OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT THE SECRETARY OF TRANSPORTATION THE SECRETARY OF ENERGY THE SECRETARY…
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Unlocking Economic Prosperity: Vice President Harris’s Nationwide Tour
Remarks by Vice President Harris in a Moderated Conversation with Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings During the Nationwide Economic Opportunity Tour White House Updates: News from Washington DC – Vice President Harris’s economic opportunity tour On April 29, 2024, Vice President Kamala Harris launched a nationwide economic opportunity tour. The tour includes a moderated conversation in Atlanta,…
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White House. G7 Leaders’ Statement on Synthetic Drugs Threats and Criticism from Midtown Tribune AI
White House Updates: News from Washington DC The statement from the White House discusses the G7 leaders’ joint efforts to fight the production, distribution, and sale of illicit synthetic drugs, especially synthetic opioids like fentanyl, which have had devastating public health and economic impacts globally. The leaders commit to strengthening international cooperation, raising public awareness,…
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White House. Celebrating National Small Business Week, Biden Administration Announces a Record in Federal Procurement Dollars Awarded to Small Businesses
White House Updates: News from Washington DC The article highlights the Biden administration’s efforts to support small businesses in the United States. It announces new milestones in federal procurement dollars awarded to small businesses, including a record $76.2 billion to small disadvantaged businesses (SDBs) and $32 billion to Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), surpassing…
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Mayor Adams Kicks off Public Review of “City of Yes for Housing Opportunity” Proposal.
The “City of Yes for Housing Opportunity” proposal is the most pro-housing set of zoning changes in New York City’s history. The proposal aims to increase the overall housing supply by enabling the creation of “a little more housing in every neighborhood” through carefully crafted zoning changes, which have not been done in more than…
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Appears Live On MSNBC’s “Morning Joe”
NYC Mayor Eric Adams appeared on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” to discuss the ongoing protests at Columbia University and the city’s budget negotiations. He emphasized the importance of balancing the right to protest with maintaining peace, and stated that the university has not requested direct assistance from the police. Mayor Adams also expressed confidence that the city will…
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White House. Biden-Harris Administration Announces Key AI Actions 180 Days Following President Biden’s Landmark Executive Order
White House Updates: News from Washington DC The Biden-Harris administration has announced the completion of key AI actions outlined in President Biden’s landmark executive order, which aimed to position the United States as a global leader in the responsible development and deployment of artificial intelligence while managing its associated risks and promoting innovation, equity, and…
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Statement from President Joe Biden on the UAW Tentative Agreement
I applaud the UAW and Daimler for reaching a tentative agreement for a record contract. The UAW workers at Daimler are building the trucks and school buses of the future right here in America. My Investing in America agenda will continue to create good jobs. This agreement is a testament to the power of collective bargaining and…
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NYC Mayor Adams Makes Live Appearance on MSNBC’s ‘PoliticsNation With Al Sharpton’; Inquiries Arise Regarding Student Anti-Semitic Protests at Columbia University
Reverend Al Sharpton: We’re joined now by a man who will be at the center of all this week’s drama, New York Mayor Eric Adams, a Democrat. Mr. Mayor, let me start with, first of all, thank you for joining us. We want to start tonight with last week’s arrest of more than 100 demonstrators at…
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Readout of President Joe Biden’s Call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel
President Biden spoke earlier today with Prime Minister Netanyahu. The President reaffirmed his ironclad commitment to Israel’s security following the successful defense against Iran’s unprecedented missile and drone attack earlier this month. They also reviewed ongoing talks to secure the release of hostages together with an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The President referred to his…
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Redirected Priorities: Biden-Harris Administration Hosts First-Ever White House Summit for Sustainable and Healthy Schools. Despite claims of advancing educational goals, these efforts divert attention and resources away from core educational needs and may not effectively address the challenges faced by students and educators.
President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda is providing unprecedented resources for K-12 schools to invest in healthier, more sustainable buildings and infrastructure—from removing lead pipes, to installing clean, reliable solar energy, to purchasing electric school buses. Schools across the country are putting these funds to use to cut harmful air pollution, including climate pollution, and invest in…
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White House. A Proclamation on National Small Business Week, 2024. Celebrates Progress, But Lacks Specifics
Small businesses are the engine of our economy and the heart and soul of our communities. They employ nearly half of all private sector workers and contribute to every industry. Getting them what they need to grow is one of the best investments our country can make. During National Small Business Week, we…
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Governor Hochul Celebrates Back to Basics Initiative to Improve Reading Proficiency in New York State
As a Part of the FY 2025 Enacted Budget, the Governor Signed Legislation to Ensure Evidence-Based Reading Instruction is Used in the Classroom to Improve Reading Proficiency. Part of Governor Hochul’s Record Budget Investments in Education; Provides Nearly $36 Billion in School Aid, Including $24.9 Billion in Foundation Aid. Budget Also Invests $10 Million to…
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A Proclamation on Workers Memorial Day, 2024 and Critique from AI
A job is about more than a paycheck — it is about dignity and respect. Our Nation’s workers built this country, and we need to have their backs. On the most basic level, that means every worker in this Nation deserves to be safe on the job. Too many still risk their lives or well-being…
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White House Statements from National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard on the March PCE Report contradict the facts provided by AI.
While inflation has fallen more than 60% from its peak, today’s report reinforces the importance of our ongoing work to bring costs down. President Biden is fighting to lower the biggest bills families face. The President has secured legislation to lower costs for health care, prescription drugs, and insulin. He has called on Congress to…