Attacking Journalism

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The history of press freedom goes back to the birth of mass media. As soon as the printing press was invented, officials created ways to censor it. In the American colonies, the defense of John Peter Zenger against libel charges in 1735 is often seen as the cornerstone of American press freedom.

The US Justice Department has apparently decided to test a legal case which unfortunately carries with it First Amendment implications, and may affect the future directions of a free press.

Who Is In Charge?

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"I actually, ardently pray for the president because — sometimes when we're talking to him, he agrees. Then, I said one time, 'Who's in charge here because you agree and then all of a sudden something changes?' What goes on there?" Pelosi said of her Trump intervention comments. The Speaker of The US House of Representatives, Nancy Patricia Pelosi was first elected to Congress in 1987, and is the only woman to have served as Speaker and the highest-ranking elected woman in the #USA.

The I Word Impeachment

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Following a thorough investigations there may be an impeachment, which is achieved after a legislative body files charges against a government official. However, it does not always result in the removal from office. It is a statement of charges, just like an indictment in criminal law.

#POTUS had another bad day in court and so did #realDonaldTrump.
Congress is following the Dollars and perhaps Rubles and it may not be long before #WeThePeople know where it’s coming from.

A second judge refuses to block US House subpoenas for #TrumpBank records.

Latinos Gloria and Emilio Estefan

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The other day I enjoyed watching Rita Moreno, and Andy Garcia pay tribute to stars for Gloria and Emilio Estefan, who were awarded this year with the Gershwin Prize for Popular Songs of the Library of Congress.

The special featured José Feliciano, Patti LaBelle, Cyndi Lauper, Emily Estefan and the original cast members of "On Your Feet!", and a special performance by Quincy Jones.

Never Undervalue You

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Recently, I had an individual who graduated tell me they have trouble with self-worth and later I heard others voicing doubts about their personal abilities. You are worth a whole lot more than you may realize and know that your confidence and smile does increase your face value.

Whenever you are assessing your abilities, you need to believe that YOU deserve to be held in the highest regard. If you don’t value yourself high enough, you’re less likely to succeed on almost every conceivable level. Learn to be proud of who you are.

NYC Fleet Week

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Anchors aweigh and make way for NYC Fleet Week 2019. Over 2,600 US Navy sailors, Marines and Coast Guard women and men will visit NYC. There are nearly one dozen ships to tour, and dozens of band concerts as well as many other FREE and family-friendly events.

The 31st annual NYC Fleet Week 2019 celebrates all the Sea Services. The celebration begins on May 22-and ends on the 28, with Navy Band concerts and drill performances, demonstrations of the latest battle and rescue technology, and the chance to tour ships on active duty.

INVINCIBLE MJ

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Lehman Center for the Performing Arts and Goya are thrilled to present the spectacular, multi-media live performance honoring MICHAEL JACKSON, the greatest entertainer of all time - INVINCIBLE: A GLORIOUS TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL JACKSON on Saturday, May 25th, 2019 at 8 pm. Back by popular demand, INVINCIBLE is hailed as the Number One Michael Jackson tribute show in the world.

Severe Climate Change

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Forecasters report a noticeable increase in severe weather is ripping across our nation and there is no sign of it stopping any time soon. In fact, a tornado has hit a drive-through wild animal park in central Missouri, but no reports that people or animals were injured.

Every season has been clinched on May 20: Rockies winter storm warnings Tornado, flood threat in Plains. First named storm in Atlantic. Climate change damage is visible and real, and no one can deny its existence.

Restaurant Violation

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GRK Fresh Greek, a restaurant chain with four stores in New York City, violated federal law by subjecting female employees to groping, grinding and lascivious comments, the U.S. Equal Employ­ment Opportunity Commission charged in a lawsuit.

According to the EEOC’s lawsuit, the district manager of GRK’s four New York City restaurants touched female employees’ breasts and backsides; ground into their backsides with his crotch; placed his head on their breasts; hugged and picked them up; and massaged their shoulders.

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