Legislatures

Dr. Brandon Ross, a Leading Democratic Challenger for California Governor in Recall Election, Promises to Appoint Female African American or Latina Democrat as Senator

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Sunday, September 5, 2021

In response to Mr. Elder, Dr. Brandon Ross has made a similar commitment to replace Feinstein with a Democrat.Dr.

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  • In response to Mr. Elder, Dr. Brandon Ross has made a similar commitment to replace Feinstein with a Democrat.Dr.
  • Ross goes further and has stated his intention to appoint a Democrat who is female and either of African American or Hispanic descent.
  • It should be noted that Senator Feinstein has recently stated that she has no intention of stepping down.Feinsteinhas served in the U.S. Senate since the early 1990s.
  • For more on the Ross Campaign, see:

Fmr NASCAR Driver & Veteran Finishes Ahead of Impeachment Voting Incumbent

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Friday, July 30, 2021

"Our grassroots, no-compromise, America-first campaign has struck a chord with the voters, and they are demonstrating their support with their pocketbooks.

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  • "Our grassroots, no-compromise, America-first campaign has struck a chord with the voters, and they are demonstrating their support with their pocketbooks.
  • Every dollar is more than a donation, it's a confirmation that we are in this for the right reasons."
  • Sessler spent 2 days on radio-row at CPAC recently and was seen with the who's-who (Don Jr., Vernon Jones, Matt Gaetz, Lauren Boebert, and others) in conservative politics.
  • This, combined with the BLM-inspired and Democrat-led defund-the-police initiative is creating a sharp and dangerous spike in crime in our cities and towns.

Shahid Buttar Files Defamation Lawsuit Against the San Francisco Chronicle

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Thursday, July 22, 2021

SAN FRANCISCO, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Shahid Buttar, a progressive activist, constitutional lawyer, and two-time candidate to represent California's 12th congressional district, today filed a defamation lawsuit against the San Francisco Chronicle.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Shahid Buttar, a progressive activist, constitutional lawyer, and two-time candidate to represent California's 12th congressional district, today filed a defamation lawsuit against the San Francisco Chronicle.
  • The complaint ( #3:21-cv-05566 , filed with the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California) alleges that the Chronicle demonstrated reckless disregard for the truth and malice.
  • On July 22, 2020, the Chronicle ran an article (in its print edition) under the headline, "Shahid Buttar, Nancy Pelosi's Election Opponent, Accused of Sex Harassment."
  • Shahid for Change is the campaign to elect Shahid Buttar, a Pakistani-American constitutional lawyer challenging House Speaker Nancy Pelosi for her seat in California's 12th congressional district.

Horace Mann to Announce Second-Quarter 2021 Financial Results on Aug. 2

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Horace Mann Educators Corporation (NYSE:HMN) plans to release its second-quarter 2021 results on Monday, Aug. 2, after the market closes.

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  • Horace Mann Educators Corporation (NYSE:HMN) plans to release its second-quarter 2021 results on Monday, Aug. 2, after the market closes.
  • At that time, the quarterly news release and investor supplement will be available on the companys website at investors.horacemann.com .
  • Management will host a conference call to discuss the financial results on Tuesday, Aug. 3 at 8 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • Horace Mann is the largest financial services company focused on providing America's educators and school employees with insurance and retirement solutions.

Highlights - Structured Dialogue on the Commission Work Programme - Committee on Foreign Affairs

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Friday, July 16, 2021

On 14 July, the Committee on Foreign Affairs in association with the Subcommittee on Human Rights and the Subcommittee on Security and Defence held an exchange of views with VP/HR Josep Borrell Fontelles, Members discussed the foreign policy priorities to be reflected in the 2021 Commission Work Programme stressing the importance of multilateralism in a changing geopolitical order and emphasising in particular the prospect of strengthening transatlantic relations with the new US administration.

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  • On 14 July, the Committee on Foreign Affairs in association with the Subcommittee on Human Rights and the Subcommittee on Security and Defence held an exchange of views with VP/HR Josep Borrell Fontelles, Members discussed the foreign policy priorities to be reflected in the 2021 Commission Work Programme stressing the importance of multilateralism in a changing geopolitical order and emphasising in particular the prospect of strengthening transatlantic relations with the new US administration.

Vivint Smart Home Announces Appointment of The Honorable Barbara Comstock to Board of Directors

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

Vivint Smart Home, Inc. (NYSE: VVNT), a leading smart home company, today announced the appointment of former Congresswoman Barbara Comstock to its Board of Directors.

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  • Vivint Smart Home, Inc. (NYSE: VVNT), a leading smart home company, today announced the appointment of former Congresswoman Barbara Comstock to its Board of Directors.
  • Barbara is incredibly accomplished and brings unique expertise that aligns with the mission and goals of Vivint, said David F. D'Alessandro, Vivint Smart Homes chairman of the board of directors.
  • During her freshman term in Congress, Ms. Comstock was selected as the Chairwoman of The Subcommittee on Research and Technology on the Science Committee.
  • You should read the documents Vivint Smart Home has filed with the SEC, including the Form 10-K/A and the Companys other periodic filings, for more complete information about the Vivint Smart Home.

AM Best Upgrades Credit Ratings of Members of National Teachers Association Life Group and Affirms Credit Ratings of Horace Mann Educators Corporation; Comments on Credit Ratings After Announced Acquisition

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

In addition, AM Best has affirmed the FSR of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term ICRs of a (Excellent) of the property/casualty (P/C) members of Horace Mann Insurance Group (Horace Mann).

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  • In addition, AM Best has affirmed the FSR of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term ICRs of a (Excellent) of the property/casualty (P/C) members of Horace Mann Insurance Group (Horace Mann).
  • AM Best also has affirmed the FSR of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term ICR of a (Excellent) of Horace Mann Life Insurance Company (Horace Mann Life).
  • Madison National is domiciled in Wisconsin and offers short- and long-term group disability insurance, group life insurance and other group products.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Bests Credit Ratings .

Statement on the Booker-Wyden-Schumer Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

WASHINGTON, July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Alliance for Cannabis Commerce (GACC) is proud to announce its support of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR), and Senator Cory Booker's (D-NJ) Cannabis Administration and Opportunity (CAO) Act.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Alliance for Cannabis Commerce (GACC) is proud to announce its support of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR), and Senator Cory Booker's (D-NJ) Cannabis Administration and Opportunity (CAO) Act.
  • The Act takes the important steps of descheduling cannabis entirely from the Controlled Substances Act, applying a federal regulatory framework for interstate and international trade, and works to make restitution for the damages of cannabis prohibition to communities harmed by prohibition.
  • The Global Alliance looks forward to working with the bill sponsors to move this bill forward through the legislative process.
  • "As a first-generation immigrant, I am glad to see the Senate Majority Leader take the first steps to elevate homegrown American cannabis."

IHC Announces Agreement to Sell Madison National Life to Horace Mann Educators Corporation

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

STAMFORD, Conn., July 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Independence Holding Company (NYSE: IHC) today reported its agreement to sell Madison National Life Insurance Company, Inc. (Madison National) to Horace Mann Educators Corporation (NYSE: HMN).

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., July 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Independence Holding Company (NYSE: IHC) today reported its agreement to sell Madison National Life Insurance Company, Inc. (Madison National) to Horace Mann Educators Corporation (NYSE: HMN).
  • IHC and its wholly owned subsidiary Independence Capital Corp. (ICC) entered into a Stock Purchase Agreement (the Purchase Agreement) with Horace Mann Educators Corporation (Horace Mann) to sell all of the issued and outstanding capital stock of Madison National, a Wisconsin insurance company wholly owned by ICC, for an aggregate purchase price of $172.5 million in cash; in addition, if Madison National reaches specified financial targets in 2023, IHC will receive an additional purchase price of up to $12.5 million.
  • IHC also announced that Robert J. Stubbe has been promoted to President of Madison National until the transaction closes.
  • IHC underwrites policies in all 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands through our three carriers: Independence American Insurance Company, Standard Security Life Insurance Company of New York (Standard Security Life) and Madison National Life Insurance Company, Inc. (Madison National Life).

Horace Mann to Acquire Madison National Life from IHC in $172.5 Million Transaction

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

Horace Mann Educators Corporation (NYSE:HMN) today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Madison National Life Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Independence Holding Company (NYSE:IHC).

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  • Horace Mann Educators Corporation (NYSE:HMN) today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Madison National Life Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Independence Holding Company (NYSE:IHC).
  • Horace Mann has also entered into a long-term distribution agreement with National Insurance Services (NIS), a key distribution partner for Madison National for almost 40 years.
  • Under the terms of the transaction, Horace Mann will acquire Madison National for $172.5 million.
  • In addition, Horace Mann has signed a long-term distribution agreement with NIS to take effect concurrent with the closing of the Madison National transaction.