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Published on 07:28 GMT

Making Democracy Work: Having the right to choose with the Death with Dignity Act

By Nancy Marr For many years, and in many other states, citizens have asked for legislation to allow terminally ill persons to request medical assistance from a relevant, licensed physician to end their life. In the United States, the issue reached the …

Source: TBR Newsmedia - Neutral
Published on Jul 3, 2025

A 1950s medical model grows in Maine

Editor’s Note: The following story first appeared in The Maine Monitor’s free health care newsletter, Health Monitor, that is delivered to inboxes every other Thursday. Sign up for the free newsletter to stay informed of Maine health care news. After about …

Source: The Maine Monitor - Pending
Published on Jul 2, 2025

Poll: most Americans think democracy is under serious threat

An American flag at Portland Head Light catches the light at sunrise, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Robert F. Bukaty/AP hide caption toggle caption Robert F. Bukaty/AP An American flag at Portland Head Light catches the light …

Source: WNYC - New York - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jun 30, 2025

Reinventing American Democracy with Danielle Allen

Audio unavailable for this browser. Danielle Allen is a a professor, author, and former candidate for governor in the state of Massachusetts. Her books include Justice by Means of Democracy, Our Declaration, and Talking to Strangers, as well as a report …

Source: Oregon Humanities - Pending
Published on 03:29 GMT

Judge Blocking Trump’s HHS Reorganization Is Biden Diversity Hire Fixated on Race

The judge who ruled Tuesday to block the Trump administration’s reorganization and cost-cutting efforts at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) was touted by President Joe Biden for her race and LGBTQ status and has a record suggesting she is …

Source: Breitbart - Right-wing
Published on 10:19 GMT

Trump's budget bill is a boon to Democrats, but don't expect them to do much

The US has never been short of hideous or harebrained legislation from both liberals and conservatives. But President Donald Trump's "big beautiful budget bill,” passed on Thursday by Congress, outdoes anything in living memory. In one gigantic …

Source: The National News - Pro-Government
Published on 06:28 GMT

Blair County residents reflect on July 4 holiday

Two hundred forty-nine years ago, the Declaration of Independence was adopted by Congress, declaring the American colonies independent from Britain. Since then, Americans have annually celebrated this freedom by throwing patriotic pool parties, cooking …

Source: Altoona Mirror - Pennsylvania - Pending
Published on Jul 3, 2025

On America’s birthday, how we crave courage | Editorial

The 249th anniversary of the birth of our nation arrives amid genuine fear for the survival of our democracy. It is imperiled by a tyrannical president, a cowardly Congress and a remorseless Supreme Court. Amid those foreboding shadows, we should remember …

Source: South Florida Sun Sentinel - Neutral
Published on Jul 3, 2025

Protests, boycotts planned for 4th of July, including on South Shore

The Women’s March, a grassroots group that formed to protest Trump’s election, is organizing “Free America Weekend.” On July 4th, some local chapters of Indivisible, a progressive organization that organized in reaction to Trump’s election, will be holding …

Source: The Patriot Ledger - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on Jul 3, 2025

Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” Is a Huge Win for the Military-Industrial Complex

July 3, 2025 While weapons contractors will gorge on a huge new infusion of cash, military personnel, past and present, are clearly going to be neglected. Ad Policy A Boeing B52H bomber is pictured flying in August 2020. (Rob Reedman / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0) …

Source: The Nation - Left-wing
Published on Jul 3, 2025

On July 4, remember America’s promise of liberty and justice for all

The BDN Opinion section operates independently and does not set news policies or contribute to reporting or editing articles elsewhere in the newspaper or on bangordailynews.com Molly Curren Rowles is the executive director of the ACLU of Maine. This year, …

Source: Bangor Daily News - Maine - Center-left
Published on Jul 3, 2025

Dem Lawmakers In White Coats Protest Trump Megabill — Proceed To Get Drowned Out By Passing Tourists

The Democratic Doctors Caucus held a press event outside House Speaker Mike Johnson’s office on Wednesday to protest President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill,” but were drowned out as tourists walked in front of them. Democratic Oregon Rep. Maxine …

Source: Independent Journal Review - Right-wing
Published on Jul 2, 2025

Letter: Where was Murkowski’s courage?

Sen. Lisa Murkowski in Anchorage in April. (Marc Lester / ADN) Every so often, a Republican senator will speak out against a particularly bad bill, or against a particularly unqualified political appointment. No Republican senator has done this more …

Source: Anchorage Daily News - Alaska - Neutral
Published on Jul 2, 2025

The Cipher Brief's Hottest Summer Reading

Let’s get cooking, shall we? Cookbook / Whiskey Category Yep, you read that right. Leading our list of summer reads is one that has taken over the #1 spot in Amazon’s whiskey and alcoholic spirits categories, A Spy Walked Into A Bar: A Practitioner…

Source: The Cipher Brief - Neutral
Published on Jul 2, 2025

As AI Gains Power, We Must Push for Guardrails to Protect Civil Liberties

ACLU Statement: 2,100 Protests Take Place Nationwide WASHINGTON — On June 14, more than five million people nationwide rallied at over 2,100 events across the country, condemning President Trump’s escalating abuses of power. The wave of protests, co- …

Source: American Civil Liberties Union - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 2, 2025

The Mancunian Way: £480 to pitch a tent?

Hello, Following the news that a 'pop-up campsite' in Prestwich was charging £480 to pitch a tent in a garden during the Oasis gigs, I am seriously considering putting my house up on AirBnb. The listing near Heaton Park - which has since been …

Source: Manchester Evening News - Neutral
Published on Jul 2, 2025

Letters to the editor for Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Readers share their opinions on various topics including the proposed "Alligator Alcatraz" detention center, political activism, immigration enforcement, and the Iran nuclear agreement. One writer criticizes the planned detention center in the …

Source: Naples Daily News - Florida - Pending
Published on Jul 2, 2025

How does it feel to be an American? We asked, and you answered.

We heard from schoolteachers, IT professionals, musicians, veterans, retirees, and caregivers. Above all, we heard from a pool of people deeply committed to the American project. Get The Gavel A weekly SCOTUS explainer newsletter by columnist Kimberly …

Source: The Boston Globe - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on Jul 1, 2025

Zohran Mamdani moves on to an unusual general election for New York City mayor

Progressive state Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani has won New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary, NBC News projects, marking a stunning rise by the 33-year-old democratic socialist over powerful former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. The projection comes as the New York …

Source: NBC News - Center-left

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Published on July 4, 2025 - 09:23 GMT

Minister Nomakhosazana Meth: Employment and Labour Dept Budget Vote 2025/26

Honourable Chairperson Ministers and Deputy Ministers present Honourable Members The Acting Director-General and Senior Managers of the Department of Employment and Labour, and its Entities Distinguished Guests Fellow South Africans Honourable …

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Published on July 4, 2025 - 09:22 GMT

Minister Senzo Mchunu: South African Police Dept Budget Vote 2025/26

Salutations and introduction Honourable Speaker Honourable Deputy Speaker His Excellency, President Cyril Ramaphosa (in absentia) His Excellency, the Deputy President Paul Mashatile Cabinet Colleagues Deputy Ministers, Mr Cassel Mathale and Dr Polly …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 20:00 GMT

Applications Now Open for the February 2026 Truth and Purpose Learning Tour for Educators

SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Institute for Common Power is proud to invite educators from across the country to apply for our February 2026 Truth and Purpose Learning Tour, a fully funded, immersive journey …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 18:10 GMT

Dr. Rafael Marrero Wins Communicator Award of Excellence as Executive Producer of the Documentary 'Misión sobrevivir'

This accolade marks the second Communicator Award for Dr. Marrero, founder of the conservative think tank Miami Strategic Intelligence Institute (MSI²) MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The documentary “Misión …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

No Label Brewing, VFW Post 9182, and H-E-B Win Global Award for Veterans Support Campaign

Honored locally and globally, No Label Brewing, VFW Post 9182, and H-E-B are recognized for their impactful campaign supporting veterans in Katy, Texas. KATY, TX, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- No Label Brewing Co., VFW Post …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Food & Beverage Industry ...
Published on July 3, 2025 - 17:18 GMT

Liberland Announces July 2025 Congressional Election Results

Seven Global Leaders Elected Through Blockchain-Based Democratic System LIBERLAND, SERBIA, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Free Republic of Liberland today announced the results of its fourth Congressional Election, conducted entirely …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

Over 100 City Leaders Gather in Vienna to Address Urban Challenges, Sharing Local Solutions with Global Impact

SINGAPORE, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 14th edition of the Mayors Forum of the World Cities Summit is held at Vienna City Hall, Vienna, Austria, from 2 to 4 July 2025. It is hosted by the City of Vienna, the 2020 Lee Kuan Yew World …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

New Book of Humor Offers the Only Therapy Left: Laughing at the Absurdity of Government

From Mandatory Thrice-Daily Splits to Affirmative Nods, Satire State roasts bureaucracy, government, and politics. PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Fourth of July, while Americans prepare to gather around …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...

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Published on July 4, 2025 - 08:50 GMT

Azerbaijan shows ‘flagrant disregard’ for international law, CSI tells UN

CSI again urges Human Rights Council to appoint special rapporteur for Nagorno Karabakh GENEVA, GE, SWITZERLAND, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the nearly 22 months since Azerbaijan expelled 120,000 ethnic Armenians from their homeland in …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, International Organizations ...
Published on July 3, 2025 - 23:40 GMT

Washington State Bowling Proprietors Association Releases 2025 End of Legislative Session Report

The Washington State Bowling Proprietors Association (WSBPA) announced the release of its comprehensive 2025 End of Legislative Session Report, SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Washington State Bowling …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 22:39 GMT

CALDA Files Federal Lawsuit to Block Texas’ SB 17 — A New Land Ban Alleged to Target Chinese Americans

Lawsuit seeks to strike down SB 17, citing historic parallels to exclusionary land laws from the 1890s HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Chinese American Legal Defense Alliance (CALDA), a non-profit organization …

Distribution channels: Human Rights, Law ...
Published on July 4, 2025 - 07:27 GMT

OSCE Secretary General concludes visit to Paris

PARIS, 3 July 2025 — OSCE Secretary General Feridun H. Sinirlioğlu concluded his official visit to Paris where he met with Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, and other high-level officials at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and at …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 19:17 GMT

A Game-Changer for US Medical Manufacturing - AMMA Welcomes Final Passage of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill'

These changes ensure that America meets its needs domestically for masks, gloves, gowns, ventilators, and essential medical devices. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Medical Manufacturers Association (AMMA) …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Electronics Industry ...
Published on July 3, 2025 - 18:18 GMT

Congress Passes H.R. 1, Delivering Major Support for Federal Law Enforcement and Thomson Federal Prison

THOMSON, IL, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Congress has passed H.R. 1, a significant legislative package aimed at strengthening federal law enforcement, with a focus on addressing the staffing crisis at Thomson Federal Prison …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 17:18 GMT

Liberland Announces July 2025 Congressional Election Results

Seven Global Leaders Elected Through Blockchain-Based Democratic System LIBERLAND, SERBIA, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Free Republic of Liberland today announced the results of its fourth Congressional Election, conducted entirely …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 14:30 GMT

SlapBak Drops the Mic with 'It’s Only America' — The Protest Anthem of a Generation

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a cultural moment where shouting often replaces listening and ideology overshadows empathy, SlapBak frontman Jara Harris is making noise for all the right reasons. The band’s …

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Published on July 4, 2025 - 01:32 GMT

OSCE Ambassadors reaffirm unwavering support to Ukraine during visit to Kyiv

KYIV, 3 JULY 2025 – A delegation of Ambassadors from OSCE participating States concluded a visit to Kyiv yesterday, reaffirming their steadfast support for Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing war of aggression. Co-hosted by the Finnish OSCE Chairpersonship and …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Siila Watt-Cloutier Offers Radical Hope in a New Podcast Series

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS) at the University of Victoria is proud to present A Radical Act of Hope, a new podcast featuring the story of Inuk climate …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 12:22 GMT

PATG Creates Advisory Board to Guide Critical Tax, Economic Policies for Family Offices, Successful Family Businesses

Five Member Group Offers Private Equity, Entrepreneur, and Legal Insights WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Policy and Taxation Group, advocates on Capitol Hill for family offices and successful family-owned …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 12:10 GMT

Georgia Celebrates Third Year of Muslim American Heritage Month, Leading National Recognition

Voices of Muslims (VoM) continues advocacy as Georgia sets precedent for nationwide Muslim American heritage recognition ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Georgia marks its third consecutive year celebrating Muslim …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 10:24 GMT

CSR Europe Welcomes New Board and Reaffirms its Commitment to Turning Sustainability into Value at 2025 General Assembly

A new leadership cycle begins as members, policymakers, and partners align on the path from compliance to competitiveness. BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the face of regulatory complexity, shifting global ESG narratives …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 09:58 GMT

CSI Backs Swiss Peace Initiative for Nagorno Karabakh in DC

Eibner Joins Swiss Parliamentarians and ex-Armenian Foreign Minister for Congressional Briefing WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Next week, CSI’s President John Eibner will join two Swiss members of parliament - …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 19:03 GMT

Israel at War: Regional Reverberations and Political Fallout

Dr. Yoel Guzansky, associate fellow at MEI and senior research fellow at Israel’s Institute for National Security Studies, joins hosts Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj to unpack the military and political implications of Israel’s 12-day war with Iran. In …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 18:36 GMT

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: UNHCR calls for urgent funding for refugees in Egypt ― EU co-operation with ‘dodgy’ Libyan ...

|Published on: 3rd July 2025|Categories: News| The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has issued an urgent appeal for increased international funding to support the rising number of refugees in Egypt. European Commissioner for Internal Affairs and …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 18:36 GMT

MEDITERRANEAN: More deaths and rescues ― German government to stop funding ‘civil fleet’ ― Spanish police investigating ...

There have been more deaths and NGO-led rescues along the Mediterranean migration routes. The German government has announced that it is cancelling the funding that it has been providing to search and rescue NGOs since 2022. Spanish police have launched a …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 18:23 GMT

Promoting Safer Rides through Gender-Sensitive Communication: OSCE and inDrive Launch Pilot Training for Drivers in ...

For the first time in Kazakhstan, gender-sensitive communication training was delivered in partnership with a ride-hailing platform, which marks a meaningful step toward engaging local drivers in fostering safer and more respectful public spaces. On 19 …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 10:16 GMT

AIDA Country Report on Serbia – Update on 2024

|Published on: 3rd July 2025|Categories: News| The updated AIDA Country Report on Serbia provides a detailed overview on legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum applicants and content of …

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Published on July 2, 2025 - 19:36 GMT

ViaPath Technologies Voices Strong Support for FCC Waiver Decision

ViaPath Technologies supports FCC’s extension of IPCS rule deadlines, ensuring affordable communication for incarcerated individuals while maintaining security. FALLS CHURCH, VA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ViaPath …

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