Month: June 2024
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Governor Hochul and Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Announce 50 Percent Fare Reduction for AirTrain JFK to Encourage Use of Public Transit During Peak Summer Construction Activity at JFK
Summer Travel Forecast To Exceed 18 Million Passengers at JFK, a New Record and 700,000 More Than Last Year, as Construction of New Airport is Fully Underway Starting July 1, AirTrain JFK Single Ride Fare To Be Reduced to $4.25 Through Labor Day as Governor Encourages Airport Access via Subway or LIRR From New York…
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White House. Remarks by President Biden at a Campaign Reception New York, NY
On June 29, 2024, President Joe Biden delivered remarks at a campaign reception in New York City, focusing on LGBTQ+ rights, democracy, and the upcoming election. The event took place at the Manhattan Center and was part of a celebration for the 25th anniversary of the LGBTQ Leadership Council. Throughout the speech, Biden portrayed the 2024…
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White House. Remarks by President Biden in Press Gaggle Atlanta, GA
Q Mr. President, how did you think you performed tonight? Q How do you think you did tonight? THE PRESIDENT: I think we did well. Q Do you have any concerns — Democrats are concerned that — that you should drop out, that you’re — that you’re not fit for the job by your voice,…
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Following Two-Year Review, New York Governor Hochul Releases Final Interagency Extreme Heat Action Plan
Key Components of the Plan: The plan also emphasizes equitable access to cooling resources and adaptation strategies, targeting communities most affected by extreme heat. Implementation involves collaboration among federal, state, and local partners, with an implementation committee meeting regularly to coordinate efforts and incorporate public feedback. —- Interagency Plan Advances Governor’s State of the State…
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White House. Statement from President Joe Biden on Moyle v. United States
President Joe Biden issued a statement on June 27, 2024, regarding the Supreme Court’s order in the case of Moyle v. United States. The order ensures that women in Idaho can access emergency medical care, including abortions, while the case is sent back to the lower courts. President Biden emphasized that no woman should be…
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NYC Mayor Adams Appears On 94.7 The Block’s “Jonesy In The Morning”
Tarsha Jones: On the line, we have the mayor of New York City, Honorable Eric Adams. Hey, good morning. How are you? Mayor Eric Adams: Great, great. Good to speak with you. Wayne Mayo: Yes, we haven’t talked to you in a while. Jones: I know, we’ve been missing each other. Mayor Adams: We sure have. It’s all good. Jones: Listen,…
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Mayor Adams Announces 10,000 Free Tickets For General Public For Macy’s 4th Of July Fireworks
– New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced 10,000 free tickets to the general public to view the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks from Hudson River Park’s Pier 45 or Pier 84 in Manhattan. To learn more or get tickets, visit www.nycjuly4.com. Tickets will go live on Wednesday, June 26th at 10:00AM and will…
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New York Mayor Adams, Chancellor Banks Unveil More Equitable Vision For Future Of New York City Public Schools With Signature Math Initiative And New Division Of Inclusive And Accessible Learning And Takes Q And A
The document outlines a comprehensive plan for the reorganization and enhancement of New York City Public Schools, focusing on special education, multilingual learners, and curriculum development. Key Points: This reorganization and the introduction of new initiatives reflect a strategic effort to enhance educational outcomes, promote inclusivity, and address long-standing challenges within the New York City…
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A Proclamation on Granting Pardon for Certain Violations of Article 125 Under the Uniform Code of Military Justice
Our Nation has made tremendous progress in advancing the cause of equality for LGBTQI+ Americans, including in the military. Despite their courage and great sacrifice, thousands of LGBTQI+ service members were forced out of the military because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Many of these patriotic Americans were subject to a…
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White House. Statement from President Joe Biden on the Pardon of LGBTQI+ Service Members Wrongly Convicted
Today, I am righting an historic wrong by using my clemency authority to pardon many former service members who were convicted simply for being themselves. Our Nation’s service members stand on the frontlines of freedom, and risk their lives in order to defend our country. Despite their courage and great sacrifice, thousands of LGBTQI+ service members…
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White House. Vice President Harris Announces First-of-Its-Kind Funding to Lower Housing Costs by Reducing Barriers to Building More Homes
Key Points: This comprehensive initiative by the Biden-Harris Administration seeks to tackle the housing affordability crisis through targeted funding, policy updates, and support for innovative housing solutions. WASHINGTON – Today, Vice President Harris announced the recipients of new grants under the Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (PRO Housing) grant competition with the goal of building…
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White House . Statement from National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan Announcing Support for Ukrainian Children’s Education Following Russian Attacks. Books instead of defending the sky of Ukraine?
Russia is waging a war not just against the Ukrainian military, but also against the Ukrainian people. On May 23, 2024, a Russian strike destroyed the Faktur-Druk printing house in Kharkiv, one of the largest printing houses in Europe. This is part of Russia’s ongoing destruction of printing houses in Kharkiv and elsewhere in Ukraine. Kharkiv’s printing…
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New York. Mayor Adams, City Health Leaders Mark two Years Since Supreme Court Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade
In Response to Landmark Decision, Adams Administration Has Dramatically Expanded Access to Reproductive Care in New York City New Yorkers Can Learn More About City’s Abortion Services Online NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services Anne Williams-Isom, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Commissioner Dr.…
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New York State Governor Hochul was a guest on CNN’s State of the Union.
Governor Kathy Hochul’s remarks on CNN’s “State of the Union”: Governor Hochul: “As we mentioned the anniversary, he should lean hard into the fact that now, one out of three American women live with an abortion ban. That is directly correlated to Donald Trump’s promise. One of the few promises he kept was to overturn…
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MANHATTAN JUNE 24 2024 #ENDJEWHATRED
WE DEMAND CONSEQUENCES FOR JEW-HATRED! Join us June 24th outside NYC District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office for a press conference to demand that he actually prosecute the people arrested for their involvement in vile acts of Jew-hatred and anti-American aggression, like the anarchists who stormed and took over Hamilton Hall at Columbia and the pro-Hamas…
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New York. $32 Million for Shared Electric Transportation Solutions
Governor Hochul Announces $32 Million Now Available for Shared Electric Transportation Solutions Summary: Governor Kathy Hochul of New York has announced the availability of $32 million for the Clean Mobility Program, aimed at supporting shared electric transportation solutions across the state. This initiative, administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA),…
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NYC Mayor Adams Calls In For Live Interview On 1010 Wins’ “The PM Rush” June 22 2024
Mayor Eric Adams addressed various issues in an interview on 1010 WINS, discussing the city’s efforts to provide air-conditioned public spaces amid budget constraints affecting libraries, cultural institutions, and the impact of the migrant crisis on city resources. He emphasized the importance of true immigration reform and expressed confidence in ongoing budget negotiations, while defending…
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White House. Biden-Harris Administration on World Refugee Day Celebrates a Rebuilt U.S. Refugee Admissions Program
On World Refugee Day, the Biden-Harris Administration celebrated the revitalization of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program, announcing plans to welcome over 100,000 refugees in Fiscal Year 2024, the highest number in three decades. The administration has significantly rebuilt and modernized the program, reversing the previous administration’s cuts and inefficiencies, and encouraging Americans to actively support…
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Washington. Expanding Passport Agencies Across the United States
PRESS STATEMENT More Americans can travel abroad today than at any time in our history. In 1990, only five percent of Americans had a passport. Today, that number is 48 percent. In Fiscal Year 2023, the Department of State issued over 24 million passport books and cards – more than ever before. To better serve the growing…
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NYC Mayor Adams Announces City Hall, Municipal Buildings to be lit Red, Black, and Green in Honor of Juneteenth
Juneteenth, officially Juneteenth National Independence Day was declared a federal holiday and day off for federal workers on June 19, 2021 under the administration of President Joe Biden – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that City Hall and other municipal buildings will be lit in the Pan-African flag colors of red, black,…