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The Providence Effect Documentary Announces Television Premier
The television premier of the award-winning documentary, The Providence Effect, will air on local TVOne stations on Sunday, February 28, 2010 at 12PM, EST. It will air at the end of Black History month to recognize the continued struggle of ethnic minorities and poverty-ridden neighborhoods need to overcome their limitations and build their schools from within. - February 16, 2010 - The Providence Movie
Florida Voters Now Have a Viable Third Party Option
With 5 Congressional Candidates, the Florida Whig Party may change the playing field in the 2010 mid-term elections. - February 13, 2010 - Florida Whig Party
Bob Robinson for State Representative Emerges as Forerunner in House Race for Eaton County
Bob Robinson, candidate for state representative in Eaton County, Michigan State House District 71, was cited as a forerunner for race in Eaton County. - February 13, 2010 - Bob Robinson for State Representative Eaton County
Political Causes Mobilize Support and Activists with Win by Cell
Mobile technology to help raise awareness and connect constituents - February 07, 2010 - Guide by Cell
Florida Whig Party Announces Congressional Candidate for the 8th District
The Florida Whig Party today announced Steven Gerritzen would run against Alan Grayson for Florida’s 8th Congressional District. - February 05, 2010 - Florida Whig Party
Man's Best Friend Campaigns to End Horse Slaughter
Americans Against Horse Slaughter launches a new public awareness campaign inspired by pet lovers and concerned citizens from across the country. - February 01, 2010 - Americans Against Horse Slaughter
The Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York Raises $60,000 for Haiti Relief
The Rev. Dr. Floyd H. Flake, Pastor, The Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York and the church’s 23,000 member congregation contribute $60,000 towards Haiti Relief. On January 12th a catastrophic 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti; which affected millions. According to Rev. Flake,... - January 30, 2010 - The Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral of New York
America's Independent Party of Kansas Has Endorsed John Rysavy for U.S. Congress - 3rd District - State of Kansas
America's Independent Party has officially endorsed the candidacy of John Rysavy for the Republican nomination for the United States House of Representatives 3rd District of Kansas. Americaʼs Independent Party (AIP) endorses candidates based on principle, not party affiliation. As principled... - January 27, 2010 - Rysavy for Congress
Oaksun Declares Candidacy for LNC Treasurer; Calls for Immediate Changes
Today, James Oaksun, president of Virtual Galt Corporation, announced his candidacy for treasurer of the Libertarian National Committee. “Our party faces an existential crisis,” Oaksun said. “On a real inflation adjusted basis, fundraising has dropped by more than 70 percent this... - January 20, 2010 - Virtual Galt
Judge Geary Kull Endorsed by 14 Retired Judges for 9th Judicial Subcircuit
Judge Geary Kull has been endorsed by 14 former Cook County Judges in his campaign for Cook County’s 9th Judicial Subcircuit. Kull also leads as the candidate with the highest bar association ratings and the only candidate running for the 9th Judicial Subcircuit who has been found highly qualified by the Chicago Bar Association. - January 13, 2010 - Judge Geary Kull
Florida Whig Party Names New District Director
Florida Whig Party names Professor Wendell Griffith as District One Coalition Leader. - January 10, 2010 - Florida Whig Party
Local Businessman Jason Gregory Officially Launches Campaign Website for State Representative
Local businessman and third generation Buchanan County resident Jason Gregory officially launches his campaign's website for the Missouri House, District 27 today. Jason Gregory for State Representative's website will be a source of information for you throughout the campaign so they encourage you... - January 09, 2010 - Gregory for State Representative
Florida Whig Party to Hold Online Whig Webinar
The Florida Whig Party will hold its annual “State of the Florida Whig Party” online for all interested parties and registered Florida Whigs. - January 08, 2010 - Florida Whig Party
"Haynesville" the Movie Now Available on GoHaynesvilleShale.com
"Haynesville," a documentary about shale gas production is now exclusively available on GoHaynesvilleShale.com. - January 04, 2010 - Shaleforum.com
Albert Chestone's Praise for the United States of America - Published by Dog Ear Publishing
What America Means to Me is released by author Albert F. Chestone. “It is my belief that this book is a timely wake-up-call for All Americans and is designed to help them realign their compasses of life with the pillars of democracy and freedom—and to be forever mindful that we are one nation under God.” - Albert F. Chestone - December 22, 2009 - Dog Ear Publishing
Should We Buy Ethical Gifts for Friends and Family This Christmas?
The volunteer run news channel WORLDbytes run by the education charity WORLDwrite has released coverage of a feisty debate with leading advocates and critics on ethical shopping today. Perfect timing for those considering what to put on their Christmas shopping lists, Ethical Shopping: The Pros... - December 13, 2009 - WorldWrite
Bitter Sweet Sixteen: UK Vetting Laws
The education charity WORLDwrite and its online news channel WORLDbytes have released a filmed report entitled Bitter Sweet Sixteen attacking government plans to expand CRB checks to under 18s. The report focuses on the concerns of sixteen year old WORLDwrite volunteer Adelah Bilal. As soon as... - December 13, 2009 - WorldWrite
Founding Member of 9-12 Project Stands for Election to Congress
Inspired by the patriots all over this great nation who came together to protest the federal government’s bailouts, TARP, the stimulus package, cap and trade, and public health care, Dr. Dan Eichenbaum enters Congressional race in NC District 11. - December 09, 2009 - Dr Dan 4 Congress
New Study Shows Marriage Vote in Three States Tied to Same Demographics; Ranks States by Likelihood of Passing Marriage Equality
Town-level vote totals in Maine, and county-level results in California and Washington, were merged with 21 demographic variables to assess whether there was a consistent explanation for the results in the three states. The study found, in all three states, higher levels of wealth and education were strong predictors of support for the equality position. - December 03, 2009 - Liberty For Maine
Bob Robinson for State Representative Election Committee Appoints Communications Director
Eaton Rapids native, Steven Strang, appointed as Communications Director for the Bob Robinson for State Representative Campaign. - November 26, 2009 - Bob Robinson for State Representative Eaton County
Brasovan Endorsed by Texas Eagle Forum's Pat Carlson
Mike Brasovan, Congressional Candidate for District 12, has been endorsed by Pat Carlson. Carlson, of Fort Worth, is the newly appointed President of Texas Eagle Forum. - November 19, 2009 - Texans for Brasovan
Consul General of Israel to New England Reaches Out to Teen Leaders for Peace
Muslim and Jewish Teens Meet with Nadav Tamir to Discuss Peace in Israel - November 11, 2009 - Friends Forever USA
San Francisco Requests Bids for an Alternative to PG&E: Local Power-Assisted RFP Seeks New 51% Green Power Supply for Residents & Businesses, 360 MW of Local Green Power
A Major Local Power Inc. Milestone: Following Marin, SF Releases Long-Awaited Request For Proposals (RFP) to Solicit Bids from a New Power Service Supplier to Provide Residents and Businesses Dramatically Greener Power, Build 360 MW of Local Green Power Facilities Starting in 2010. - November 09, 2009 - Local Power LLC
Citizens Demanding Vaccination Choice Carry Republican Chris Christie to New Jersey Governorship
In an unprecedented and historic move, Chris Christie put pen to paper last week and made an official campaign promise to citizens of New Jersey in support of vaccination choice. He further cemented his position on live radio with Don Imus, by becoming the first gubernatorial candidate to utter the... - November 06, 2009 - Life Health Choices
David Hearne Author of Hulagu’s Web is Interviewed by WMPL News Veteran Maryann Schulze
David Hearne the author of the controversial political thriller “Hulagu’s Web – The Presidential Pursuit of Senator Katherine Laforge” will be interviewed by WMPL AM 920 host Maryann Schulze Tuesday – November 3, 2009 at 4:10 pm. - November 02, 2009 - Subterfuge Publishing
Federal Reserve Author G. Edward Griffin to Address Participants at Myrtle Beach Freedom Weekend
Conference November 14 and 15, 2009 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina filled with educational programs geared toward promoting the principles which the founding fathers adhered to in crafting the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. - November 01, 2009 - Myrtle Beach Freedom Weekend
A New Political Medium is Born
MyStatesBook.com is a new website where American Citizens can Discuss, Research, and Vote on Issues affecting the Nation. - November 01, 2009 - MyStatesBook
The Government’s Regulations Hope to Stop Loan Modification Companies from Over Charging with High Up Front Fees, Making a do It Yourself Loan Modification the Best Bet
HAMP’s efforts falling short, a Do It Yourself Loan Modification puts the ball in the homeowners court. www.myloanmodificationstation.com can help them make the process easier. - October 27, 2009 - Mortgage Solutions
Obama Loan Modification Laws and "Home Affordable Modification Program" Not Helping Homeowners Quick Enough
A Loan Modification can be the only answer for homeowners facing foreclosure. Homeowners should educate themselves on the benefits of a Do It Yourself Loan Modification www.UsLoanModificationLaw.com helps home owners in this process. - October 27, 2009 - US Loan Modification Laws
BORDC’s, Shahid Buttar Joins BlogTalkRadio Host Sheila Dean on “Waking Up Orwell” October 22, 2008, at 9:00 am CST
Shahid Buttar, the National Director for the Bill of Rights Defense Committee and joins the program to discuss recent legislative actions and the Patriot Act. The BORDC has made haste to activate local governments and State level authority to push back against unconstitutional lawmaking at the federal levels. - October 22, 2009 - BeatTheChip.org
Whig National Committee Officially Returns to DC, Announces Two More Congressional Candidates
Initially founded by Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, the Modern Whig Party continues to build its national presence. - October 21, 2009 - Whig National Committee
Follow the Money
Citizens can track money contributed to political campaigns. - October 18, 2009 - Bob Robinson for State Representative Eaton County
Whig Party Revival Continues with Announcement of Two Additional Congressional Candidates
On Monday, October 19th, 2009 the Florida Modern Whig Party will be announcing two new candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives. - October 18, 2009 - Baldassari for Assembly 2009
Liberty for Maine and Virtual Galt to Distribute Sermon on the Mount
Today, Liberty for Maine and Virtual Galt jointly announce it will begin distribution of a special edition of the Sermon on the Mount. Included in the document is a special introduction written by James Oaksun, chair of Liberty for Maine and president of Virtual Galt. The introduction specifically addresses the applicability of the Sermon to treatment of gay men and lesbians in civil society. - October 17, 2009 - Virtual Galt
The Mike & Winey Show: Sheriff Joe Arpaio Shares Startling Revelations with the Duo
The Mike & Winey show spent almost 30 minutes with Sheriff Joe Arpaio on Saturday, October 10, 2009 - October 17, 2009 - The Mike and Winey Show
Baldassari Supports Daggett in Unlikely Endorsement - NJ Assembly 14th District
NJ Assembly Candidate Gene Baldassari endorsed independent Gubernatorial candidate Chris Daggett. This was unlikely endorsement due to some differing views on some important issues. However, Baldassari noted that the main issue is to break the paralysis in Trenton that is causing the legislature to destroy businesses and jobs. - October 16, 2009 - Baldassari for Assembly 2009
In Ahuntsic-Cartierville Party Candidates Follow Independent Giovanna Giancaspro’s Lead
Zaki Ghavitian, Vision Montreal mayoral candidate in Ahunstic-Cartiersville, has endorsed a major element of Giovanna Giancaspro’s platform in his campaign pamphlet. For years, Ms Giancaspro has been fighting to rid Montreal of excessive parking meters rates. Now one of Vision’s highest profile candidates has included a promise to shut down meters on Sundays and in the evening during the week in his campaign materials. - October 16, 2009 - Campaign to Elect Giovanna Giancaspro
Thousands Expected to Attend October 17, 2009 Healthcare Reform Tea Party on Boston Common
What was initially expected to be a simple anti-Obama-care march on the Boston Common has grown to thousands of citizens interested in coming out to participate in the Healthcare Reform Tea Party. The event location has been confirmed as The Parkman Bandstand, The Boston Common, with guest speakers... - October 15, 2009 - GOPMOM.COM
NJ Rallies Again for Vaccination Choice at William Paterson University on October 16, Large Numbers of Concerned Voters Gather at Governor's Debate in Wayne, NJ
With pandemic swine flu dominating the headlines, and half of all adults refusing to get the controversial new H1N1 vaccine, there is heightened awareness about importance of vaccination choice. Hundreds of voters, parents, health care workers, students and concerned citizens expected to gather to send a strong message to the three candidates for governor and all major press outlets on site covering the gubernatorial debate. - October 15, 2009 - Life Health Choices
Newberry Dazzles Winter Haven During First Public Campaign Appearance
Newberry makes an impressive showing in first public campaign appearance for Florida House District 66 in Winter Haven. - October 13, 2009 - Friends of Newberry for Florida House - District 66
Is It Legal To - Legal Forum Surpasses 10,000 Members in Under 10 Months
Leading free legal forum Is It Legal To announces reaching the 10,000 member milestone in under 10 months. - October 09, 2009 - Is It Legal To
X-Factor Emerging for 2010 Orange County Mayoral Race
Veterans Advocate and Publicist Frank Torres to launch voter awareness campaign for 2010 Florida Elections. - October 07, 2009 - Frank Torres Strategies
Meet and Greet Gary Newberry - Candidate for Florida House District 66
The Friends of Newberry for Florida House District 66 is hosting a "Meet and Greet Gary Newberry" Saturday, October 10, 2009, in Winter Haven, Florida. - October 07, 2009 - Friends of Newberry for Florida House - District 66
D. England Design Launches Political T Shirt Retail Website
A new web site, politicalabsurditees.com offers conservative political statement T shirts with a humorous edge. The simple, bold designs are intended to get attention and express the wearer's point or political sentiments. - October 06, 2009 - David England Illustration & Design
“Green Solutions,” Local-to-Global:
ECOfashion Pioneer Marci Zaroff Introduces Al Gore to South Florida. - October 02, 2009 - B2BGLOBAL.COM
Judge Geary Kull Receives High Ratings from Bar Associations in Bid for Circuit Court Judge in the 9th Subcircuit
On July 19, Judge Geary Kull announced his intent to run for election to the office of Judge of the 9th Subcircuit of the Circuit Court of Cook County. Judge Kull currently sits on the bench after being appointed to the court this past May by Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice Thomas Fitzgerald. - October 02, 2009 - Judge Geary Kull
Sakalosky Ready for Terry
Nebraska Republican Matt Sakalosky, who is challenging Lee Terry for the District 2 Republican Congressional ticket, will respond publicly this Friday to Terry's statements, from a recent Nebraskawatchdog.org interview, where Terry objected to and dismissed Sakalosky's primary challenge as a,... - October 02, 2009 - Matt Sakalosky for Congress
Bookies Think 60.01% to 65% of Irish Voters Will Vote ‘Yes’ in Lisbon Referendum
European bookmakers William Hill are offering odds on the important Lisbon treaty referendum which takes places in Ireland this Friday, 2nd October. This is the second referendum on the controversial European Union treaty. The first time the Irish electorate rejected the change in legislation and threw the European organisation into chaos. However, this time the bookies odds and the latest opinion polls suggest that it'll be second time lucky for the 'Yes' campaign. - October 02, 2009 - williamhill.com
State Representative for Eaton County Candidate Bob Robinson Appointed to United Way Board of Directors
Bob Robinson, candidate for state representative for Michigan House District 71 in Eaton County was appointed to the Board of Directors for the Eaton County United Way on Wednesday, September 23. - October 01, 2009 - Bob Robinson for State Representative Eaton County
Brian Falldin's Challenge to Michele Bachmann's Constituents Answered?
In a stunning development to Brian Falldin’s challenge to Michele Bachmann’s constituents, a conservative caller named “Bob” defended Michele Bachmann’s poor record in Minnesota’s Sixth Congressional District by saying conservative voters elected her “to... - September 30, 2009 - brianfalldin.com