Representative Democracy News Monitoring

Nations must work together through ‘conflict and crisis’ to reduce climate change risks, Albanese tells OECD

Australia’s prime minister Anthony Albanese will declare the world must raise ambition to reduce the risks of runaway global heating and cooperate amid national policy differences even when “long shadows of conflict and crisis are threatening our shared …

'The country is no longer a democracy': Wanda Sykes lays into Scotus judges who 'lied'

Actress and comedian Wanda Sykes warned the United States is 'no longer a democracy' as she slammed the Supreme Court justices who overturned the landmark court ruling Roe v. Wade. Sykes, 58, accused the Supreme Court's conservative judges of …

Furious Bette Midler calls for a ban on Viagra after Scotus overturned Roe V. Wade ruling

Bette Midler has vented her fury over the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, suggesting they should also ban Viagra because it's 'God's will' for men to have a 'limp d***'. The actress, 76, took aim at the …

State Supreme Court Rules Fred Prehn May Remain on Natural Resources B...

The state Supreme Court ruled 4-3 along ideological lines today that Fred Prehn, member of the state’s Natural Resources Board, is allowed to stay in power until the Republican-controlled legislature confirms a new successor. Prehn, a Wausau dentist, was …

Comedian Wanda Sykes Is Mad That Rich Coastal Elites Like Her Don’t Rule All

Leftist comedian Wanda Sykes just exposed Democrats’ deepest and darkest desire to turn the United States into a one-party nation ruled by rich coastal elites. “The problem is that middle stuff. It’s those states in the middle, that red stuff. Why do they …

SCOTUS upholds Louisiana GOP map despite two courts finding that it violates the Voting Rights Act

Civil rights advocates on Tuesday decried the U.S. Supreme Court's reinstatement of Louisiana's Republican-drawn congressional map, which a federal judge said will cause "irreparable harm" to Black voters in the 2022 midterm elections and …

Editorial: SC voters need to weigh in on post-Roe abortion restrictions

The U.S. Supreme Court did not outlaw abortion last week. It did not restrict abortion. And if the court eventually reverses its precedents in cases involving contraceptives or same-sex marriage, it almost certainly will not outlaw any of that. Instead, it …

Outrage about overturning Roe v. Wade is antithetical to American democracy | Column

The oppositional roar across business, politics, and media hasn’t relented from the moment the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. The decision is a watershed moment in America’s legal landscape, but detractors of the Supreme Court’s opinion continue to …

What If People Actually Controlled the Government?

Commentary Imagine, if you will, the following system. Government is managed by elected representatives who are in turn elected by the people. Government is further restrained by checks and balances between three branches, each of which is accountable …

Minority rule reaches full bloom in USA

By Tim Steller Wednesday, June 29, 2022 | 2 a.m. Gradually, minority rule has strengthened its grip on Arizona and America. This didn’t start with overturning Roe v. Wade — that’s just the latest and best example. It’s been happening regularly in elections …

Voting rights groups condemn Supreme Court decision to reinstate another GOP-drawn congressional map

The US Supreme Court has reinstated a Republican-drawn congressional map in Louisiana that will be used in midterm elections after lower courts ruled that it was drawn in violation of the Voting Rights Act. A judgment from the nation’s high court on 28 …

Placeholders can still be substituted –Igini

Mike Igini is the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Resident Electoral Commissioner in Akwa Ibom State. In this interview monitored on Arise Television, he speaks on the outcome of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections in the …

Jubilation and hope as convention puts final stamp on Chile’s new draft constitution

The process of drafting Chile’s new constitution has come to an abrupt, jubilant end as the final votes were held quickly by the 154-member, gender-equal constitutional convention. Huddling between the colonnades at the former congress building in Santiago …

Unopposed Races for Kansas House Concerning for Representative Democracy

On National’s Ongoing Problems With Abortion

Despite Christopher Luxon’s assurances to the contrary, there is no such thing as “settled law” in New Zealand. Apart from the six provisions that are constitutionally entrenched, legislation can always be amended or overturned by a simple majority vote …

Jacob Haji: Need for parties that can stand the test of time

Political parties exist to acquire power and form governments. They bring together people with shared political ideals and aspirations. Their chief goal is to contest in the electoral process and win maximum seats in Parliament and the county assemblies so …

Wanda Sykes Mocks Middle America After SCOTUS Overturns Roe: ‘Those States In The Middle. That Red Stuff.’ Then She Gets ...

Comedian Wanda Sykes, famed for, among other things, chanting like a defiant four-year-old, “Gay, gay, gay, gay, gay, gay, gay, gay, gay, gay, gay, gay, gay, gay” at the Oscars, weighed in with her typically erudite take on the Supreme Court decision …

Roe v. Wade ruling: Wanda Sykes and Stephen Colbert declare US is 'no longer a democracy'

CBS's Stephen Colbert and actress Wanda Sykes discussed the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade and its impact on the United States on Monday night. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Actress and comedian Wanda Sykes was the latest liberal …

Wanda Sykes: US 'no longer a democracy' after Roe ruling

Wanda Sykes says the United States is “no longer a democracy” following the Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade. “I’m a Black, gay woman and I have a daughter. So I’m not doing so well right now,” the comedian said Monday during an interview with …

As Alaska Votes, New Alaska-centered political thriller dubbed a winner

WASHINGTON, DC, USA, June 29, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While Alaska is drawing intense national political interest focused on Sarah Palin's campaign for Congress, a political thriller with a fictional U.S. vice president from Alaska is …

USGrants.org has tracked over $4.5 billion in federal funding to businesses in California

As of June 2022, USGrants.org has tracked over 1,420 unique funding opportunities issued totaling more than $4.5 billion in federal funding in California SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, June 29, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As of June 2022, …

American Party Animals Announces Partnership with Giving Block

American Party Animals is proud to announce their partnership with Giving Block as they gear up to launch their first NFT collection benefiting non-profits. ATLANTA, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES , June 29, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American Party …

Family Business Centers, Family Businesses Meet Capitol Hill Representatives to Discuss Critical Issues Face-to-Face

Families Air Views on Legislation, Formation of New Family Business Congressional Caucus WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, June 29, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Family business members and Executive Directors of Family Business …

INCUMBENT DONNA KORN ONCE AGAIN EARNS EQUALITY FLORIDA'S ENDORSEMENT

Ms. Korn was once again honored with the support of Florida's largest LGBTQ organization Equality Florida DAVIE, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, June 29, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Equality Florida is the largest civil rights organization dedicated …

MI Rep Kyra Harris Bolden and Yan Katsnelson, M.D., CEO of USA Fibroid Centers Convene on Need for Fibroid Awareness

VERNON HILLS, IL, UNITED STATES, June 29, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- State Rep. Kyra Bolden, representing Michigan’s 35th House District, took part in USA Fibroid Centers’ Break the Silence, Break the Behavior Video Series, which is working to …

EXPERTS UNVEIL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TRANSFORMING 911

Recommendations Include Establishing a Short-Term 911 Cabinet-Level Position and Making 911 Emergency Call Centers Independent Public Safety Departments CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, June 29, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Demerath Law: Why Wrongful Death Lawsuits Fail in Nebraska

Demerath Law Office comments on why wrongful death lawsuits fail in Nebraska. OMAHA, NEBRASKA, US, June 29, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When a person in Nebraska passes away following the accidental or intentional action of a third party, the …

The NFT collection “The Beginning” by XRP Consultants is a Symbolic Tribute to Everyone Who Stands for Freedom and Truth

XRP consultants LLC sets out to preserve the efforts for freedom and liberty by the Canadian convoys through its NFT collections as a way of tribute. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, CANADA, June 29, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- XRP Consultants LLC, A crypto …

John Wood, former US Attorney and US House January 6th Committee Attorney, to run for US Senate as an independent

Announces Independent bid for the Senate seat being vacated by retiring Senator Roy Blunt KANSAS CITY, MIISSOURI, USA, June 29, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Missouri voters will have a third option on their ballot when they vote for the United …

INCUMBENT DONNA PILGER KORN EARNS BROWARD TEACHER'S UNION ENDORSEMENT

Highly sought-after endorsement given after each candidate interviewed and Ms. Korn was given unwavering teacher support. DAVIE, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, June 29, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Broward Teacher’s Union, the voice of the teachers of …

UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office failed to protect UK whistleblowers and turned a blind eye to corruption

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 29, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In proceedings brought before an English court [2200909/2015] by a former employee of the UK Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (‘FCDO’) , it was alleged senior FCDO staff …

City of Cypress Earns High Marks in Community Survey

CYPRESS, CA, UNITED STATES, June 28, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cypress residents enjoy a high quality of life and are overwhelmingly pleased with City services and programs, according to the latest results of a citywide community survey released …

Economic Council of Palm Beach County PAC Endorses Erica Whitfield's Re-election to the PBC School Board, District 4

LAKE WORTH BEACH, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, June 28, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Economic Council of Palm Beach County endorsed Erica Whitfield for Palm Beach County School Board, District 4. In their endorsement, the Economic Council …

Rare document signed by Button Gwinnett, a Declaration of Independence signer, completes record $1.4 million collection

The document accounted for completing an autograph collection of the signatories of the Declaration of Independence that was purchased by dealer John Reznikoff. WILTON, CT, UNITED STATES, June 28, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- If the name Button …

Summer’s Here – and College Settlement Camp is Open: 100 Years of Transforming the Lives of Philadelphia Kids

Over 1,000 Philly Kids in Day Camp, Over 100 in Overnight Camp in Horsham Currently, with more to come HORSHAM, PENNSYLVANIA, UNITED STATES, June 28, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The College Settlement of Philadelphia, currently celebrating the …

Austin Nonprofit Welcomes ‘Austria to Austin’ Entrepreneurship Exchange July 5-19

3 Day Startup and the U.S. Embassy of Vienna Host Sixth International Student Startup Exchange AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, June 28, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 3 Day Startup (3DS) announced today the nonprofit organization is partnering with the U …

States are Being Buried with East Coast Waste, Part 1

Citizens are Choking and Sickened from Toxic Landfill Gases while Health Agencies Sit Idle CLEVELAND, OHIO, US, June 28, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Garbage and demolition waste pouring out of New York and New Jersey has been happening since the …

INAUGURAL BLUE PROSPERITY LEADERS FORUM LAUNCHES AT UN OCEAN CONFERENCE IN LISBON

LISBON, PORTUGAL, June 28, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- • Global leaders came together to advance ocean protection and sustainable ocean management • Fully protecting at least 30% of the oceans in spaces where no extractive activity can take place …

Report: New Data on Victims in 2021 Federal Criminal Human Trafficking Cases

The Human Trafficking Institute's 2021 Federal Human Trafficking Report features trends in victim recruitment and types of coercion from federal prosecutions. WASHINGTON, DC, USA, June 28, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2021 Federal Human …