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Families Advocating for Campus Equality Agrees that Sexual Assault Procedures Need Revision; Victim Protections Not Threatened by Reform Efforts
Families Advocating for Campus Equality (FACE) commends the New York Times for publishing an Op Ed last Friday by respected journalist Cathy Young disputing the false narrative that FACE and Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos seek to weaken protections under Title IX for victims of... - July 24, 2017 - Families Advocating for Campus Equality
LightGuard Systems® Continues Lighting the Way for Enhanced Crosswalk Safety with Newest Model of Smart Crosswalk™ Automatic Pedestrian Detection Bollard
The crosswalk safety and traffic calming device tech leader makes improvements to its automatic pedestrian-activated infrared bollard system with new NightGuide™ and customizable branded logo light embellishment. - July 21, 2017 - LightGuard Systems, Inc.
TRI-COR Industries (TCI) Awarded GSA 8(a) STARS II GWAC
TRI-COR Industries, Inc. (TCI), a leading provider of enterprise information technology solutions, announces that it has been awarded a GSA 8(a) STARS II Government Wide Acquisition (GWAC), with a $10B program ceiling, with a five-year base period and one five-year option; through its Joint... - July 19, 2017 - TRI-COR Industries
30-Year-Old EPA Wetlands Case Takes Favorable Turn for Aggrieved Pennsylvania Farmer
The Kogan Law Group, P.C. Reports How a Federal Court’s Reopening of a 1990 EPA-Farmer Wetlands Case for New Discovery and the Filing of $8 Million of Administrative Claims Against the Government May Facilitate the Resolution of a Very Costly Legal Dispute. - July 12, 2017 - The Kogan Law Group, P.C.
Joann Payne, President Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Joann Payne of Fairfax, Virginia has been recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for 32 years in the field of government relations. About Joann Payne, President Joann Payne has spent the last three... - July 07, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Larry G. Floren, LTC (R) USA, Multi Functional Logistician Honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Larry G. Floren of Colorado Springs, Colorado has been honored as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the fields of aerospace and defense. About Larry G. Floren, LTC (R) USA,... - June 30, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
DynaGrace Enterprises Awarded 8(a) STARS II Governmentwide Acquisition Contract (GWAC)
DynaGrace Enterprises, Inc. (8a, WOSB, SDB), a trusted partner with the Federal Government, has been awarded the 8(a) STARS II Governmentwide Acquisition Contract (GWAC). The 8(a) STARS II GWAC is a competitive multiple award, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) set-aside contract... - June 20, 2017 - DynaGrace Enterprises
Berkeley Press Releases New Book, "The Armenian Lobby & U.S. Foreign Policy," by Raoul Lowery Contreras
The first of its kind to be published in the United States, this book offers a meticulous assessment of the Armenian lobby’s inner workings, as well as its achievements and failures. These observations will add to the growing amount of literature on the impact of ethnic lobbies in American politics. - June 07, 2017 - Berkeley Press
MediConnect to Take Part in Military Hiring Fair at 2017 Pittsburgh Expo with the Pittsburgh Pirates
MediConnect is honored to take part in the 2017 Pittsburgh Expo with the Pittsburgh Pirates, a military hiring fair that is part of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes initiative. The event is set to take place on Friday, June 16th from 9:30am-2pm at PNC Park in... - June 07, 2017 - MediConnect
ShipTrack® Demonstrates Secure Chain of Custody Logistics at CANSEC 2017
ShipTrack®, a product of PiiComm Inc., is an innovative logistics platform that enables organizations to securely gain complete visibility and control of any shipment’s movement worldwide. ShipTrack is proud to announce its sponsorship and participation in CANSEC 2017, Canada’s... - May 30, 2017 - PiiComm Inc.
The Underground Cannabis Club 4 Free Enterprise Underground Until It's Legal or Decriminalized Nationally
Help 420connect.org Decriminalize Cannabis Nationally Once and 4 All. Founder Tom Barrera of 420 connect.org and the Underground Cannabis Club, announced his new organization has sprouted and is vegging nicely. He is seeking to gather new members and partners along with social media to help continue growing the organization and movement for the National Decriminalization of Cannabis once and 4 all. - May 24, 2017 - Tom D Barrera
US Cyber Leaders Convene for DSI Cyber Operations Forum
Defense Strategies Institute has announced its distinguished Senior Government keynote speakers for the 4th Annual Cyber Operations for National Defense Symposium. This two day educational symposium will take place in Alexandria, VA, on August 2-3, 2017. This year’s theme will be advancing cyber capabilities in support of multi-domain battle. - May 24, 2017 - Defense Strategies Institute
Manson Construction Co. Introduces New U.S. Dredge, the ROBERT M WHITE, to Its Expansive Fleet
Manson Construction Co. is proud to announce the completion of its 30-inch ABS cutter suction dredge ROBERT M WHITE. Constructed at Halimar Shipyard LLC in Morgan City, Louisiana, with design and dredge components from IHC America Inc., the dredge successfully launched on April 24, 2017. Named in... - May 23, 2017 - Manson Construction Co.
American PetroLog Adds Another Military Veteran
West Point graduate and combat veteran Chris Clark joins American PetroLog team. - May 23, 2017 - American PetroLog
Bataan Survivor Marine Sargent Roger Baker Uniform Dedication
The uniform of Marine Sargent Bataan and Japanese POW Survivor will be given to VFW Post 8300 East Patchogue, NY on May 28, 2017 at 1500 hrs (3PM) Eastern Time at a dedication ceremony to be held at the VFW on Dunton Ave., East Patchogue, NY. - May 22, 2017 - Roger Baker Jr.
Apostle in the Market Place Held the Nation Building Workshop on the 6th of May 2017
The honourable minister of industry, trade and investment, Dr. Okechukwu enelamah shares blueprint of his agenda for economic reform at the nation building workshop and industry experts such as Ibukun Awosika, Bismark Rewane, Seni Sulyman, Omobola Johnson discuss ways to revamp the Nigerian Economy. - May 17, 2017 - Apostles in the Marketplace
Ross C. Goodwin Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Ross C. Goodwin of Palm Bay, Florida has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the aerospace field. About Ross C. Goodwin Mr. Goodwin retired after 30 years in the... - May 16, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Apostles in the Market Place- Launching of Keys to National Transformation
This book is written by the finest and the brightest of men who know the principles of national transformation and every reader would find their role in nation building as they understand that the transformation of any society cannot be left to only those in government - May 15, 2017 - Apostles in the Marketplace
Call for Action to Instill a Fully Participatory Democracy, Civil, Human and Fundamental Rights in Bangladesh
The current situation in Bangladesh requests your immediate support to combat the ongoing Human Rights abuses occurring. Bangladesh is in need of immediate political, economic a social reform – with over a 164 million lives at stake. - May 12, 2017 - Peace and Justice Alliance
International Public Safety Association Launches a New Public Safety Unmanned Aircraft Systems Committee
The International Public Safety Association is pleased to announce its newest public safety committee established to address contemporary issues relating to UAS programs and public safety. Specifically, the IPSA UAS committee will research to develop papers, policy, position statements and relevant... - May 11, 2017 - International Public Safety Association
Gnet LLC is Now Dnet Security
Gnet LLC announces its transformation to Dnet Security. - May 01, 2017 - Dnet
Anagrams Provide Startling Insights Into Current Political Climate
Operating under the Twitter handle @MsAnagram, a Phoenix-based freelance writer has used her skills to tackle some of the hottest political issues of our time, only to reach some startling results. - April 25, 2017 - Ms. Anagram
Indianapolis Shooting Academy Announces Church Security Training
Poseidon Experience, an indoor virtual Shooting Academy, is now offering Church Security Training. The 5-day, 15-hour course develops a team of volunteers from the congregation to properly react if the church is threatened. Authentic training, taught by Navy SEALs. - April 22, 2017 - Poseidon Experience
Chinese Pharma Maintains Decent Growth and Prospects Amid Deepened Reform
WiCON Announces Upcoming Publication of China Pharmaceutical Guide 2017 (12th Edition) - The Chinese pharmaceutical market rose slower in 2016 at only 8.3% to CNY 1,497.5 billion at retail price level, compared with 11.0% in 2015, according to the China Pharmaceutical Guide 2017 (12th Edition), which is to be published in August 2017, and WiCON | Pharma China (www.pharmachinaonline.com) quoting official SMEI data. - April 21, 2017 - WiCON International Group LLC
Brilliant Minds Being Convened by NERETA in June to Discuss US Competitiveness and Job Creation
Many highly regarded experts are convening in Scranton, PA on June 14 and 15 to discuss US competitiveness and how to create more jobs in the country. The event will cover two main topics. Day one (June 14) is about developing a talent pipeline for the tech industry and day two (June 15) is about supporting growth businesses who are the job creators! - March 30, 2017 - North East Regional Employment and Training Assoc
SleepSafe Drivers® Assembles Unique Panel for the 10th International Conference on Managing Fatigue
The panel assembled to discuss the challenges and advantages of implementing a Fatigue Management Program (FMP) within transportation operations based on the FMCSA, ATRI and other regulatory and industry groups blueprint, found at NAFMP.com SleepSafe Drivers, one of the nation's leaders in Fatigue... - March 16, 2017 - SleepSafe Drivers, Inc.
DataPath Meets with Congressional Leaders at the 36th Annual Employers Council on Flexible Compensation Conference
The healthcare administrative solutions company expressed support for proposed initiatives aimed at making healthcare affordable for TPAs, businesses and consumers. - March 16, 2017 - DataPath
Wildcat Discovery Technologies Receives Three Patents for the Discovery of Electrolytes that Improve Low and High Temperature Performance
Optimized for start/stop vehicle applications, Wildcat’s new electrolytes reduce cell impedance at low temperature and also minimize impedance growth at high temperatures. - March 06, 2017 - Wildcat Discovery Technologies
Better Medicare Alliance Launches "Medicare My Way" Advocacy Campaign
Better Medicare Alliance (BMA), the leading advocacy coalition supporting Medicare Advantage, announced the launch of “Medicare My Way,” an advocacy campaign in support of Medicare Advantage. BMA is kicking off a three-week Digital March on Washington today organizing over 100,000 seniors enrolled in Medicare Advantage to call on the Trump Administration and Congress to lift a cap on Medicare Advantage care. - March 02, 2017 - Better Medicare Alliance
New Review of Surety Programs for Service and Supply/Install Contracting
In underwriting public works’ contractors, surety companies extensively prequalify those businesses to confirm that they have the capital, capacity, experience and character to perform the specific contract. But, public funds are spent on a lot of other products and services beyond construction. Private Industry has always provided goods and services to our government entities. Supply and Service Contract awards make up a significant portion of governmental budgets across the country. - February 13, 2017 - South Coast Surety
Inaugural Class of GW Congressional Nuclear Security Fellows Selected
Fellows will spend one year working on nuclear security issues in the House of Representatives. - January 31, 2017 - Elliott School of International Affairs
Medicare Advantage Earns Record Bipartisan Support in Senate
Better Medicare Alliance (BMA) President and CEO Allyson Y. Schwartz, released the following statement in response to a letter to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Acting Administrator Patrick Conway signed by 65 members of the U.S. Senate ahead of the annual rate notice on Medicare... - January 28, 2017 - Better Medicare Alliance
International Public Safety Associations Board of Directors’ Appoints Assistant Fire Chief as Vice Chair
The International Public Safety Association’s Board of Directors appointed a new Vice Chair on January 21, 2017. Assistant Chief Chris DeChant with Glendale (Arizona) Fire Department was unanimously voted in by the Board of Directors during its first Board meeting of 2017. - January 26, 2017 - International Public Safety Association
National Parks Service Invites Marine Corps Veteran Nicholas Collier as New Artist-in-Residence
National Parks Service - Gettysburg National Military Park’s Artists-in-Residence for January/February will be Nicholas Collier, a U.S. Military veteran who will pursue photography, sculpture and film-making during his month-long residency on the Gettysburg battlefield. Collier received his... - January 13, 2017 - National Parks Arts Foundation
Allied Real Estate Schools Among the First to Provide Newly Revised Federal and State Laws and Regulations Course
California appraisal students can meet their QE or CE requirement with Allied Real Estate Schools' revised online course that meets new BREA regulations. - January 12, 2017 - Allied Business Schools
FBI and DEA to Join DHS, ODNI, and DoD and at Upcoming Border Security & Intelligence Summit
On January 31- February 1, 2017, senior leaders within DHS, the Intelligence Community, DoD, Dept. of Justice, State and local agencies, Industry and academia will convene in Alexandria, VA, for two days of off the record briefings and informal discussions at Defense Strategies Institute’s "Town Hall" Border Security and Intelligence Summit. Our central theme will be on “Improving all- source intelligence and operational capabilities for a joint environment.” - January 03, 2017 - Defense Strategies Institute
The Medal of Hope Society Names President-Elect Donald J. Trump as a Recipient of the Medal of Hope
Today, The Medal of Hope Society, a grassroots organization comprised of wounded combat veterans and a Gold Star father, announced that President-elect Donald J. Trump as a recipient of The Medal of Hope. The Medal of Hope is The Medal of Hope Society’s highest honor, presented to U.S. - December 29, 2016 - HeroHope.org
Bioscience Americas Lauds Passage of the 21st Century Cures Act
President Obama is expected to sign this landmark bi-partisan legislation soon. - December 13, 2016 - Bioscience Americas
TravelCompute Wins APICTA 2016 Award for Its Travel Technology Platform & Big Data Solution for NTOs
TravelCompute (TravelCompute.com) was coined the winner of Hospitality and Tourism Category at the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards (APICTA) 2016 ceremony held on Dec. 05 in Taipei, Taiwan. - December 10, 2016 - Octraves Technology
NORAD Shelter Systems LLC’s Solar-Powered S16x10-CIV - NORAD's Smallest Underground Nuclear War Bomb Shelter for 4-6 Civilians
NORAD Shelter Systems LLC® recently unveiled the S16x10-CIV, its smallest underground bomb shelter for civilians to survive long-term protracted nuclear war. The solar-powered shelter outfitted with NBC-EMP protection, plumbing, electricity, bathroom, shower, beds, kitchen and much more is available for sale starting at the end of November 2016. - November 18, 2016 - NORAD Shelter Systems LLC
The Armored Group Opens New State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility in United Arab Emirates
The Armored Group, LLC (TAG) has announced the opening of their newest manufacturing facility located in Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates. The new state-of-the-art facility replaces the smaller facility which has housed TAG ME for the past several years. Due to TAG’s immense growth it was necessary to build this larger facility and keep it in the geographically advantageous UAE. - November 14, 2016 - TAG LLC
Pennsylvania Residents: Need a Ride to the Polls Today? Crowdpac Campaign Gaining Momentum to Provide Rides via Lyft and Uber
Transit Strike in PA Affecting Voter Turnout is Top Concern for Vote.org; Any PA Resident Can Use Special Election Code “VOTEPA” for $30 towards their ride to the polls via Lyft and Uber - November 08, 2016 - Vote.org
Flint & Steel Presents: Shake It Off
"Shake It Off" invites citizens all across the nation to shake hands “digitally" and start to mute the acrimony that this election season has sparked. - November 08, 2016 - Flint & Steel
National Association of Corporate Directors North Texas Chapter Presents The Media and The Election on Election Day 2016
Publisher and CEO of The Dallas Morning News to Discuss the Media’s Portrayal of the Presidential Election. The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) North Texas, the advocate for the profession of directorship, today announced its November program in Dallas, The Media and The... - October 31, 2016 - NACD North Texas
Elliot Ricci's "Comin' Out of the Bushes" is a Political Parody Spanning Two Presidential Elections. This Song is About Character Flaws in Certain Candidates.
Comin' out of the Bushes is a political parody song and video that reminds us to vote with our conscience. The clever lyrics remind us that "character" does matter when you want to hold the most powerful position in the U.S. Elliot Ricci is a singer/songwriter who is a self-taught piano player. In Comin' Out of the Bushes, Elliot is being silly and playful, bringing light to a serious subject. But in his usual, fabulous performances audience members constantly tell him, "You should be in Vegas!" - October 29, 2016 - Elliot "Rockin" Ricci
"Unexpected Treason," Comprehensive Obama Review, Now Available on Amazon.com as a Paperback Book or Kindle eBook
"Unexpected Treason," written by James McCormack, is a comprehensive academic analysis and political expose of the presidency of Barack Obama that alleges Obama is a radical Muslim and committed treason. Willowbrook Publishing is pleased to produce a book that presents a thesis, allegedly... - October 27, 2016 - Willowbrook Publishing
Idaho Democratic Senate Candidate Jerry Sturgill Raises $15K for Boise, Idaho’s Interfaith Sanctuary Homeless Shelter
Idaho Democratic senate candidate Jerry Sturgill raised $15,000 for Boise, Idaho’s Interfaith Sanctuary homeless shelter asking his political donors to contribute to the nonprofit in a bid to proactively support Boise's bid to eradicate chronic homelessness in the city. - October 20, 2016 - Interfaith Sanctuary
IMMIGRATION AND YOUR WALLET - an OUTSIDER's Solution
IMMIGRATION AND YOUR WALLET: An OUTSIDER’s Solution to our growing crisis - October 18, 2016 - David Stone
Miami Valley Homecare Helps Veterans Apply for the VA's Best Kept Secret
The Aid & Attendance Benefit has been one of the VA’s best kept secrets. Only a fraction of the eligible veterans over age 65, and their spouses, know about the availability of the Aid & Attendance Pension (A&A) which help elderly veterans and widows pay for home care and long... - October 18, 2016 - Miami Valley Homecare
Bioscience Americas Senior Scientific Advisor Presents at Major FDA Public Hearing
Dr. Leslie Miller backs the creation of a Registry of Cell Therapy to provide guidelines for stem cell use in therapies and treatments. - October 17, 2016 - Bioscience Americas