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Association of American Physicians & Surgeons (AAPS) Sues the FDA to End Its Arbitrary Restrictions on Hydroxychloroquine

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Tuesday, June 2, 2020
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But at the same time the FDA continues to block Americans' access to this medication.

Key Points: 
  • But at the same time the FDA continues to block Americans' access to this medication.
  • Hospitals are even returning HCQ to the stockpile because they are not able to use it effectively.
  • "There is no legal or factual basis for the FDA to limit use of HCQ," states AAPS General Counsel Andrew Schlafly.
  • The Association of American Physicians and Surgeons (AAPS) has represented physicians of all specialties in all states since 1943.

J-Talks Live: New Yorker's Susan B. Glasser on U.S. leadership and politics, the pandemic and protests

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Tuesday, June 2, 2020
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Glasser's award-winning career includes serving as editor-in-chief of Foreign Policy, founding editor of Politico Magazine and Moscow bureau chief at the Washington Post.

Key Points: 
  • Glasser's award-winning career includes serving as editor-in-chief of Foreign Policy, founding editor of Politico Magazine and Moscow bureau chief at the Washington Post.
  • She will share her perspective on COVID-19 leadership, Donald Trump's response to the protests over race-related police brutality, the U.S. presidential election and how Canadians can make sense of the chaos across our border.
  • "And now, the biggest issues roiling the U.S. race, health, inequality are converging in an election year in powerful ways.
  • The CJF thanks the generosity of J-Talks series sponsor BMO Financial Group and in-kind supporters CPAC and Cision.

The American Legion calls for White House to protect vets 'borrower defense'

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Friday, May 29, 2020
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"Veterans have been aggressively targeted due to their service to our country," American Legion National Commander James W. "Bill" Oxford said.

Key Points: 
  • "Veterans have been aggressively targeted due to their service to our country," American Legion National Commander James W. "Bill" Oxford said.
  • "Student veterans are a tempting target for certain online and for-profit schools to mislead with deceptive promises, while offering degrees and certificates of little-to-no value.
  • "We are hoping that President Trump will once again come to the aid of student veterans," Oxford said.
  • The American Legion believes this needs to be fixed.

Patients Need to Choose Whether to Take Hydroxychloroquine, States the Association of American Physicians & Surgeons (AAPS)

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Thursday, May 28, 2020
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Essential workers, in meat-packing plants, package delivery, medical care, and emergency response, among others, unavoidably face exposure.

Key Points: 
  • Essential workers, in meat-packing plants, package delivery, medical care, and emergency response, among others, unavoidably face exposure.
  • And personal protective equipment (PPE) may be unavailable or inadequate, notes AAPS.
  • In most states, physicians and pharmacies face unprecedented barriers to prescribing HCQ for prevention or early treatment of COVID-19, AAPS notes.
  • The Association of American Physicians and Surgeons (AAPS) has represented physicians of all specialties in all states since 1943.

Family Research Council Grateful for President Trump Deeming Houses of Worship 'Essential'

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Friday, May 22, 2020
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"We are grateful for a president who supports the rights of Christians and doesn't suppress them.

Key Points: 
  • "We are grateful for a president who supports the rights of Christians and doesn't suppress them.
  • "Throughout his presidency, President Trump has worked closely with pastors and is now making it a priority for them to resume worship services that follow appropriate safety guidelines.
  • "We saw that warm friendship on display yesterday when the president and members of his cabinet participated in our virtual event of 1,600 pastors.The president spoke of the 'transition to greatness' --- and he understands that churches are absolutely essential to making that transition," concluded Perkins.
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FCNL Believes Abandoning the Open Skies Treaty Is a Mistake

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Thursday, May 21, 2020
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The Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL) expressed disappointment in todays Trump Administration announcement that it will withdraw from the long-standing, multilateral Treaty on Open Skies.

Key Points: 
  • The Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL) expressed disappointment in todays Trump Administration announcement that it will withdraw from the long-standing, multilateral Treaty on Open Skies.
  • The global pandemic has powerfully reminded us that our survival depends on cooperation - with our neighbors, with other Americans, and with other countries.
  • The Open Skies Treaty has been widely supported by military leaders and U.S. allies since it came into force in 2002.
  • In an era of deep fakes and precision-guided disinformation, Open Skies delivers unquestioned facts.

If President Trump Can Take the Medicine, Why Can't Doctors, Nurses, and Nursing Home Patients, Asks the Association of American Physicians & Surgeons (AAPS)

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Tuesday, May 19, 2020
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TUCSON, Ariz., May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --President Trump disclosed that he was taking hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) to protect himself against COVID-19with the approval of his physicians.

Key Points: 
  • TUCSON, Ariz., May 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --President Trump disclosed that he was taking hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) to protect himself against COVID-19with the approval of his physicians.
  • Although some in the media may find this startling or concerning, the Association of American Physicians & Surgeons (AAPS) states that thousands and probably millions of people worldwide are doing likewise.
  • "It is perfectly legal for physicians to prescribe an approved drug for a newly discovered indication, and very frequently done," states AAPS.
  • The Association of American Physicians and Surgeons (AAPS) has represented physicians of all specialties in all states since 1943.

UA Prof Michael Schaller: Trump hasn't learned history's lessons on managing a crisis

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Thursday, April 30, 2020
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By late-January, numerous health, economic and security advisers in and outside the Trump administration predicted that COVID-19 would spread globally with lethal impact.

Key Points: 
  • By late-January, numerous health, economic and security advisers in and outside the Trump administration predicted that COVID-19 would spread globally with lethal impact.
  • Although no president could prevent a pandemic, the lack of preparation left the country woefully unprepared.
  • In late-January 2020, Trump, like leaders in many countries, imposed a partial ban on travel from China, later extended to Europe.
  • Although many politicians, journalists and public health officials initially misjudged the severity of the COVID-19 threat, few were as dismissive as Trump.

Divided Opinions on Indicators to End Social Distancing in US

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Thursday, May 14, 2020
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The results from the survey indicate that political affiliation is a strong driver for what Americans look to as an indicator to end social distancing efforts.

Key Points: 
  • The results from the survey indicate that political affiliation is a strong driver for what Americans look to as an indicator to end social distancing efforts.
  • A mere 3% of liberal Democrats have an eye towards an announcement from President Trump to recommend an end to social distancing, a figure that only extends to 7% among other Democrats.
  • At 24%, conservative Republicans represent the most significant swath of Americans waiting on Trump to give the go-ahead before they stop social distancing.
  • While Americans stand divided on some fronts, support of social distancing efforts crosses party lines, with nearly 9 out of 10 Americans supporting the initiative.

Bereft Of Unifying Leadership, Americans Are Divided On Re-Opening The Economy

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Friday, May 8, 2020
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Nationally, about two in three Democrats (65%) continue to support mandatory stay-at-home policies compared to about one in three Republicans (36%).

Key Points: 
  • Nationally, about two in three Democrats (65%) continue to support mandatory stay-at-home policies compared to about one in three Republicans (36%).
  • In the South, a region that leans strongly Republican, support for stay-at-home orders has declined by 14% over the last two weeks.
  • For instance, only about one in four Americans (26%) now approve of President Trump's handling of the pandemic.
  • Resigned to a lack of unifying leadership on how to best manage the pandemic, Americans are increasingly reverting to pre-pandemic partisan divisions.