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Respect Together Hosts Day of Events in Celebration of 23rd Annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month Campaign

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

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HARRISBURG, Pa., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Respect Together, formerly the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape, will be hosting a series of events on Wednesday, April 10th, in commemoration of the 23rd annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) campaign. For the past 23 years, Respect Together's national division, the National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC), has coordinated the theme, materials, and campaign for SAAM each April. This year's theme, "Building Connected Communities," focuses on the crucial role of inclusive, equitable, and connected communities in preventing sexual abuse, assault, and harassment.

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HARRISBURG, Pa., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Respect Together, formerly the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape, will be hosting a series of events on Wednesday, April 10th, in commemoration of the 23rd annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) campaign.
For the past 23 years, Respect Together's national division, the National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) , has coordinated the theme, materials, and campaign for SAAM each April.
This year's theme, "Building Connected Communities," focuses on the crucial role of inclusive, equitable, and connected communities in preventing sexual abuse, assault, and harassment.
The series of events will kick off on the evening of April 9th with lighting the PA State Capitol Building teal, the color that represents sexual violence prevention.

TikTok's Best Financial Creators Recognized by Debt.com during Financial Literacy Month

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- While TikTok devotees gather at the Capitol in Washington and lawmakers attempt to pass a nationwide ban on the popular app, Debt.com is concentrating on the financial content creators – and recognizing the best.

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While TikTok's potential shutdown persists, Debt.com awards the platform's most reputable financial content creators this April for Financial Literacy Month.
The dark side is that it contains misleading information that could land people in financial or legal trouble.
For the second year in a row to help filter through the noise, Debt.com recognizes creators providing practical and actionable financial guidance.
The public is asked to cast their votes and select their favorite creators from the list of nominees in each category:

A United Front, the Wounded Warriors Family Support partners with the Young Marines National Foundation

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

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DUMFRIES, Va., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Together, we are stronger. That's the underlying principle as two benevolent forces supporting Young Marines and Veteran families—Wounded Warriors Family Support and Young Marines National Foundation—unite in an unprecedented partnership.

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With the support of Wounded Warriors Family Support, the Young Marines National Foundation donated $128,000 to the Young Marines, a national youth organization, to support the 2024 National Leadership Academy
DUMFRIES, Va., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Together, we are stronger.
That's the underlying principle as two benevolent forces supporting Young Marines and Veteran families—Wounded Warriors Family Support and Young Marines National Foundation—unite in an unprecedented partnership.
With the support of Wounded Warriors Family Support, the Young Marines National Foundation (YMNF) donated $128,000 to the Young Marines, a national youth organization, to support the 2024 National Leadership Academy (NLA) and efforts to teach kids the value of selfless service and honoring veterans.
"The Young Marines is exceptionally grateful to receive the support from Wounded Warrior Family Support and the Young Marines National Foundation," said Col Davis.

Pennsylvania Forward Party Announces Two Candidates for Statewide Office in Events Across the State

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

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HARRISBURG, Pa., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In events held in Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia today, the Forward Party announced two candidates for statewide office. Eric Settle, a former Republican from Montgomery County, is running for Attorney General, and Chris Foster, a former Democrat from Allegheny County, is running for Treasurer. Both will be running as Forward candidates.

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HARRISBURG, Pa., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In events held in Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia today, the Forward Party announced two candidates for statewide office.
Eric Settle is a distinguished attorney who has served as Deputy General Counsel to Pennsylvania Governor Tom Ridge and as Chief Counsel in the healthcare industry.
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Chris Foster is a youthful entrant into politics, with experience as both an entrepreneur and a tennis professional.
Forward Party candidates are accountable to the voters, and they will focus on solutions, not partisan fighting, in order to serve their constituents better.

The National Association of Mortgage Brokers Hosts 33rd Annual Legislative & Regulatory Conference

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

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WASHINGTON, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), the first and only membership-led and volunteer-driven organization representing the interests of mortgage brokers and home buyers since 1973, is pleased to invite its members and all mortgage professionals to attend its 33rd annual Legislative & Regulatory Conference in Washington D.C. April 15-17, 2024.

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Only volunteer-driven, national organization representing mortgage brokers to host members of the U.S. Congress, FHFA, HUD and additional national thought leaders
WASHINGTON, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers ( NAMB ), the first and only membership-led and volunteer-driven organization representing the interests of mortgage brokers and home buyers since 1973, is pleased to invite its members and all mortgage professionals to attend its 33rd annual Legislative & Regulatory Conference in Washington D.C. April 15-17, 2024.
"One of the many ways NAMB has delivered value to its members and the marketplace for 50 years is through its critical legislative & regulatory efforts.
To register for NAMB's Legislative & Regulatory Conference, please follow this link .
Conference attendees will hear directly from many lawmakers and regulatory leaders during the event including:

Historically Black Community Colleges will attend Thurgood Marshall College Fund annual Congressional HBCU Fly-In March 6-7

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Monday, March 4, 2024

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The annual event brings presidents and chancellors of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Historically Black Community Colleges (HBCCs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs) together with members of Congress and key government and corporate officials to discuss issues of law and policy impacting TMCF member schools.

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The annual event brings presidents and chancellors of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Historically Black Community Colleges (HBCCs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs) together with members of Congress and key government and corporate officials to discuss issues of law and policy impacting TMCF member schools.
Dr. Patricia Sims, president of Drake State Community and Technical College, left last year’s Fly-In inspired by policy conversations, occurring at the highest legislative level.
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund and its partners recognize that all jobs do not require a bachelor’s degree,” Williams said.
Topics include the TMCF value proposition, HBCU sustainability, capacity-building opportunities and the advocacy agenda for HBCUs, HBCCs, PBIs and their students.

Thurgood Marshall College Fund to host annual Congressional HBCU Fly-In March 6-7

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

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WASHINGTON, DC, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) will host the 2024 Presidents & Chancellors HBCU Fly-In March 6-7 in Washington, D.C.

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WASHINGTON, DC, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) will host the 2024 Presidents & Chancellors HBCU Fly-In March 6-7 in Washington, D.C.
“When you bring HBCU presidents together in one room, that energy is electrifying; things can happen, and things can move.
TMCF and Business Roundtable began a partnership in 2021 to invest in HBCU students and develop a diverse talent pipeline.
Topics include the TMCF value proposition, HBCU sustainability, capacity-building opportunities and the advocacy agenda for HBCUs, PBIs and their students.

Raw Story Sues OpenAI for Violating Copyright Act

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Raw Story, America’s largest independent progressive news site, today filed suit against OpenAI for using thousands of Raw Story’s news articles to train ChatGPT in violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

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Raw Story, America’s largest independent progressive news site, today filed suit against OpenAI for using thousands of Raw Story’s news articles to train ChatGPT in violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
“Raw Story’s copyright-protected journalism is the result of significant efforts of human journalists who report the news,” said Raw Story Publisher Roxanne Cooper.
Begun as a small, one-man political blog, Raw Story grew to become the largest independent progressive news website in America.
The suit is case 24-cv-01514, Raw Story Media, Inc. et al v. OpenAI, Inc. et al.

Public Health Leaders Will Visit Congress and Stress the Need to Invest in Infrastructure, the WIC Program, and Island Priorities

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Health officials are expected to stress the importance of a strong public health system, building on post-COVID-19 investments in state, territorial, and island jurisdiction health agencies during their meetings with members of Congress and key officials at the Capitol.

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Health officials are expected to stress the importance of a strong public health system, building on post-COVID-19 investments in state, territorial, and island jurisdiction health agencies during their meetings with members of Congress and key officials at the Capitol.
ASTHO requests Congress sustain funding of $350 million in FY24 and invest $1 billion or about $3 per person in the U.S. in FY25 for vital public health infrastructure.
"ASTHO's Spring Meeting is a critical convening for United States territories and freely associated state leaders to advocate for their priorities.
ASTHO members, the chief health officials of these jurisdictions, are dedicated to formulating and influencing sound public health policy and to ensuring excellence in public health practice.

ARIZONA TEAMSTERS APPLAUD COMMITTEE PASSAGE OF LEGISLATION TO PROTECT TRANSIT WORKERS

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Friday, February 16, 2024

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PHOENIX, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 104, which represents 1,400 transportation workers across all industries, is applauding the passage of Arizona House Bill 2742 out of the State House Judiciary Committee. The bill aims to protect transit, airline, and rail workers by significantly increasing the criminal penalty for assaulting them.

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PHOENIX, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Teamsters Local 104, which represents 1,400 transportation workers across all industries, is applauding the passage of Arizona House Bill 2742 out of the State House Judiciary Committee.
The bill aims to protect transit, airline, and rail workers by significantly increasing the criminal penalty for assaulting them.
"This legislation directly confronts the critical issue of aggravated assault against transit, airline, and rail employees, underscoring the inherent dangers they encounter daily while serving the public.
Ahead of the bill's passage out of committee, members of Local 104 and other transit workers traveled to the Capitol to share their personal experiences of violence in their workplaces.