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Canada’s charities: Essential to community, democracy, and economic prosperity

In the waning days of the election campaign, ask candidates how they will protect non-profits’ ability to meet the needs of Canadians with impactful services and to speak out on important issues. In the waning days of the election campaign, ask candidates …

Trump protesters in Longview aim to protect Medicaid, democracy, due process

Samuel Kent, of Clatskanie, was born with a hearing impairment, and said he relies on Medicaid and Social Security Disability Insurance. The 33-year-old attended the anti-Trump rally on Saturday in Longview to denounce President Donald Trump and his …

Our democracy’s not working as it should. Here are some good ideas to fix it

Daley and Krust say the limits on how much could be spent on campaigning that were agreed by the two major parties unfairly benefit nationwide political parties at the expense of independents by allowing the parties to buy advertising in marginal …

Quitting coalition not hard but PPP wants to solve canals issue for sake of democracy: Sharjeel

Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Tuesday said that as soon as the issue of the controversial canals arose, the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and the Sindh government immediately began efforts to resolve it. The PPP’s stance on the canal issue …

Trump’s campaign to turn dissent into a deportable offence harms democracy

On April 11, an immigration judge in Louisiana ruled that Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University graduate student and lawful United States permanent resident, can be deported. Not for committing a crime. Not for violating immigration rules. But for …

Wafaa Bilal: ‘I see democracy slowly eroding now’

Indulge Me, a survey show devoted to the Iraqi American artist Wafaa Bilal, at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago (until 19 October), offers up career highlights by the provocative multi-disciplinary artist and timely reflections on the state of …

Letter: Stand up to protect democracy

Stand up to protect democracy Editor: Is the mental stagnation of a sizable portion of our population so great that they are unaware of the burden being placed on us through additional taxation and infringement on our constitutional rights? Or don’t they …

80 years after Benito Mussolini’s death, what can democracies today learn from his fascist rise?

This Monday marks 80 years since Italian dictator Benito Mussolini was killed in an Italian village towards the end of the Second World War in 1945. The following day, his body was publicly desecrated in Milan. Il Duce, as Mussolini was known, was Hitler’s …

Polarised voters vent at weasels, clowns: how the Democracy Sausage is made

A Millennial farmer who intends to vote Liberal in Wannon in regional Victoria said Mr Albanese and his government had been "a total flop", arguing "he has stuffed this country, destroyed business and industry, forced inflation up, forced …

Democracy has no bounds: NT's remote voters have their say

S-African unity government infighting endangers confidence in democracy

(MENAFN) During his Easter sermon, Anglican Archbishop Thabo Makgoba expressed concern about the potential erosion of public trust in South Africa’s democracy due to infighting within the Government of National Unity (GNU). Speaking at St George’s …

Preserving Democracy, Voting Rights And The Rule Of Law Explored By Legal Experts

(MENAFN- Market Press Release) April 22, 2025 8:35 am - (1888PressRelease) What Do You Have to Lose? Takes a hard look at modern day threats to the U.S. Constitution and its critical role in safeguarding freedom. DEARBORN HEIGHTS, Mich. – Outlining the …

Freedom Day: Setou urges action to unlock land reform’s potential

As the country will be celebrating 31 years since the first democratic elections tomorrow, land reform expert Peter Setou said despite South Africa’s transformation agenda, the pace and impact of land reform have been slow, uneven, and often deeply …

A chilling new era as US embraces autocracy while disregarding rule of law and democracy

While submerged by the “flooding of the zone”, as former Trump strategist Steve Bannon termed it, moments of clarity are rare. But every now and again, a telling moment cuts through the chaos. Two moments over the past few weeks stand out as emblematic, …

Free speech is the most treasured part of our democracy and must be preserved at all costs!

Recently I joined Lord (Toby) Young’s Free Speech Union. It seemed like the right thing to do in the current political climate where you are expected to ‘toe the line’ or else pay the price of being attacked and cancelled by the self-appointed guardians of …

Portugal's mourning for pope turns into political battle

Thousands of people took part in a rally on April 25 to mark Portugal's establishment of democracy, ignoring a government decision to postpone events to mourn the death of Pope Francis. The center-right government wanted traditional events to mark the …

Islam Is Incompatible with Democracy

In studying historical events, there’s a tendency to apply a “what if” analysis. This involves pondering “what if” some other influence had intervened and whether it could have resulted in a more favorable outcome. For example, what if Colonel George …

Eritrea: 19Th Conference Of Young People's Front For Democracy And Justice (YPFDJ) In Europe

(MENAFN- APO Group) The YPFDJ organization in Europe conducted its 19th conference in Frankfurt, Germany, from 17 to 21 April under the theme“Building on Triumph; Eritrea Focus on Development.” The conference was attended by over 600 youth, members of the …

Abahlali baseMjondolo marks 20 years of defiant struggle on Unfreedom Day

On April 25, 2025, thousands of shack dwellers from across South Africa flooded the streets of Durban in a powerful display of resistance as Abahlali baseMjondolo (AbM) commemorated two decades of relentless struggle for land, housing, and dignity. What …

Rony Jabour to Speak on Workplace Safety at NSC Congress & Expo 2025 in Denver

DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rony Jabour, an occupational safety educator and founder of United Safety Net, is scheduled to speak at the National Safety Council (NSC) Congress & Expo 2025 in Denver, Colorado …

The Most Valuable Thing Washington Never Touched: Former CIA Advisor Uncovers the Untapped Resource That Outlasted Wars, ...

WASHINGTON, April 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Through every war, recession, bailout, and political cycle—almost nothing in Washington has been left untouched. Except this. According to Jim Rickards, former CIA advisor and economic strategist, the U.S. …

ThinkCareBelieve: Week 14 of America in President Trump's Hands

Washington, DC, April 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Link to ThinkCareBelieve's Article:  https://thinkcarebelieve.blog/2025/04/25/week-14-of-america-in-president-trumps-hands/ ThinkCareBelieve has published an article on Week …

The Asset with No Lobby: Jim Rickards Reveals the Most Valuable Untouched Resource in U.S. History

WASHINGTON, April 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a city shaped by special interests and trillion-dollar industries, one asset had no backers. No sponsors. No lobbyists in the room. And yet, according to former CIA advisor Jim Rickards, it may be the most …

'Where Are You From?' A Painted Plea for American Compassion - Humanity; not handcuffs

The painting portrays 21 individuals of various ethnicity backgrounds, religions, and ages. Immigration and Fear SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "Where Are You From?" - A Painting That Asks America …

சேரிகளின் பேராயர் நீதிக்கான குரல் - போப்பரசர் பிரான்சிஸ் அவர்களின் மாற்றம்தரும் போப்பாட்சி - நாடுகடந்த தமிழீழ அரசாங்கம்

ஏழைகளுக்கு உதவுவது பற்றிப் பேசியவர் மட்டுமல்ல, எளிய வாழ்க்கைமுறைக்கு எடுத்துக்காட்டாகவும் திகழ்ந்தவர் COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- நாடுகடந்த தமிழீழ அரசாங்கம் ரோமன் கத்தோலிக்கத் திருச்சபையின் தலைவர் போப் பிரான்சிஸ் …

Career Fair - Haven Treatment Center - Vancouver, Washington

VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Haven Treatment Center invites job seekers to its Career Fair, taking place Monday, April 28, 2025, through Thursday, May 1, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Attendees will have the …

New book Four Feet Small by Billy Bean reveals 10 years of police-enabled abuse and one family’s fight for justice

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Some books are written to entertain. Others to inform. And then there are books like Four Feet Small—written because the truth has been ignored for too long. Set to release later …

Haven Treatment Center Community Celebration - Vancouver, Washington

VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us at this event on May 2nd from 4:30pm-6:30pm for our Haven Treatment Center Community Celebration! Bring your children, families, and friends for a fantastic lineup of fun- …

Corpus Christi Launches Bold Vision as 'Sky. Sea. Space. City.' Home of Danny McQ, the Future of American Innovation

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a historic move to reinvent itself as a global hub for technology, film, military innovation, and energy resilience, the City of Corpus Christi announces the launch of a visionary …

RINO Removal Project Launches Nationwide Effort to Promote Voter Engagement and GOP Candidate Accountability

New grassroots initiative launches state chapters, scoring system, and digital tools to boost primary voter turnout. LEXINGTON, KY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The RINO Removal Project (RRP) has launched a national campaign aimed …

Bolivia avanza hacia la erradicación del matrimonio infantil

El Senado aprobó un proyecto clave para erradicar el matrimonio infantil. Ahora se espera que la Cámara de Diputados también lo apruebe. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- El 23 de abril de 2025, el Senado Nacional …

Bolivia takes important step towards ending child marriage

In a move to end child marriage, Bolivia's National Senate has approved a bill to raise the minimum age of marriage to 18, without exceptions. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 23, 2025, Bolivia’s …

REPARATIONS ORGANIZATION AND UNITY COALITION TO HOLD PRESS CONFERENCE AT THE CAPITOL

Strategic Alignment with Trump’s Platinum Plan Aims to Advance Bipartisan vision for American Freedmen WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Assembly of American Slavery Descendants (NAASD) and Community …

Eastern Shore Seniors Rally to Defend Social Security, Medicare; Urge Rep. Andy Harris to Protect Vital Programs

Local Seniors and Advocates Unite to Demand Protection for Earned Benefits Amid Ongoing Threats from Congress CAMBRIDGE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NOTE TO MEDIA: Visuals will include signs, seniors in motion with …

U.S. Rep. Young Kim Joins Orange County Business Council and FHLBank San Francisco for Affordable Housing Roundtable

SAN FRANCISCO and IRVINE, Calif., April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a continued effort to address the growing affordable housing crisis in Southern California, U.S. Rep. Young Kim (CA-40) convened a roundtable discussion today with the Orange County …

Armenian National Committee of America Calls on President Trump to Properly Recognize Armenian Genocide

Armenian Americans Reject Trump’s Re-Enforcement of Turkey’s Gag Rule; Call for Policy Reset to Counter Azerbaijan’s Genocidal Aggression WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Armenian National Committee of …

MOL Group signs offtake deal to purchase 10,000 tonnes of CDR credits from Alt Carbon

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd (MOL) and Alt Carbon, a Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) company, announced a landmark deal to permanently remove 10,000 tons of co2 SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, …

The Built-In Bailout: Jim Rickards Reveals the Untapped Resource That Was Always Meant to Be America’s Backstop

WASHINGTON, April 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The next great American recovery may not require a single new dollar. That’s the message from former CIA advisor Jim Rickards, who says the United States already has what it needs to rebuild — not in financial …

Thousands of once protected Afghan refugees in the United States face deportation

The chaotic US military pullout from Afghanistan in August 2021 became a hot campaign issue in the 2024 presidential election and continues to echo today. President Donald Trump, who set the withdrawal in motion during his first term in office, repeatedly …