In an interview with Newsmax TV’s J.D. Hayworth, Jeff Hunt, Director of Colorado Christian University’s Centennial Institute and Chairman of the Western Conservaitve Summit, says Congress must live up to the promises that got them elected—or face political repercussions.
The Western Conservative Summit will be held July 21-23 in Denver and will feature speeches by Dr. James C. Dobson, former Education Secretary Bill Bennett, Amb. John Bolton, Townhall’s Katie Pavlich, Rep. Jim Jordan, Constitutional Attorney Jay Sekulow and many others.
Western Conservatives, as Jeff Hunt notes in The Washington Times, think differently about the world.
He writes:
Take for instance this old cowboy proverb: “The biggest troublemaker you’ll probably ever have to deal with watches you shave his face in the mirror every morning.” We need to stop being a nation that blames others and expects handouts. Instead, we need to take responsibility for our own actions. We are losing our sense of self-reliance and self-responsibility.
Or, “Far and away the best prize that life has to offer is the chance to work hard at work worth doing,” a quote from Theodore Roosevelt. Recent findings show that a record number of young men are not participating in the workforce and are instead staying home to play video games. These young men are missing out on the satisfaction of a hard day’s work.
Or, “The quickest way to double your money is to fold it over and put it back into your pocket.” Reports are showing that half of Americans don’t have a retirement account and nearly 70 percent have less than $1,000 in savings. We need to become a nation of savers and we need to hold our government accountable to a balanced budget.
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HOUSE APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE MAY HAVE JUST SIGNED HORSES’ DEATH WARRANT
-Could Wild Horses become slaughter victims?
WASHINGTON, DC. (July 13, 2017) The House Appropriations Committee today voted to lift the ban on horse slaughter in the United States. Although slaughter has been banned in the US for over a decade because of lack of USDA inspection funding, slaughter plants may be open once again beginning September 30,2018. The vote came as the panel approved a Department of Agriculture funding bill.
According to the tally of votes, most of the Congressional Representatives in western states with wild horses, voted to lift the ban on slaughter. The Cloud Foundation Volunteer Executive Director, Ginger Kathrens, states, “How unfortunate that many public servants on the Appropriations Committee voted to allow horse slaughter, an issue that 80% of Americans oppose. This unfortunate vote may also lead to the slaughter of our wild horses, particularly those held captive by the BLM.”
For almost two decades, TCF has submitted viable, tried and proven alternatives to rounding up wild horses and subjecting them to captivity, losing both their freedom and their families. Repatriation of non-producing herds, non-permanent birth control, bait and water trapping have been or could be successful when working in partnership with the BLM.
This issue is not settled yet, and the Senate Appropriations Committee will now vote! Kathrens states, "We MUST convince the Senate to defund USDA inspections for horse slaughter plants in America in the 2018 budget!"
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Links:
House Slaughter Ban Revoked By House Appropriations Committee...
House Lifts Ban on Slaughtering Horses For Meat
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Jonathan Carey "Champion for the Disabled" Born September 12,1993 Killed by caregivers on February 15,2007
Federal lawsuit will reveal that New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo refused to protect disabled citizen’s
People with disabilities are unsafe and are in grave danger in known dangerous facilities and Governor Cuomo continues to ignore their safety and equal rights.”
— Michael Carey
ALBANY, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, July 13, 2017 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Famous whistle-blower case moving forward towards a federal trial http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/276145/retaliation-lawsuit-against-opwdd-can-move-forward/ . Jeff Monsour, who has has worked for New York State for many years providing amazing care and services for people with disabilities has brought numerous life threatening systemic problems to the attention of his superiors, Attorney General Cuomo and Governor Cuomo and they looked the other way. The blatant resistance to heading Mr. Monsour’s requests for vital changes and the obstinacy to common sense warnings has without question cost many innocent children and adults with disabilities their lives.
Mr. Monsour’s job is to take care of people with disabilities, not look the other direction and do or say nothing when he knows people are being harmed or dying prematurely due to gross negligence. Instead of being rewarded and promoted as Gov. Cuomo directed former Deputy Secretary of Health James Introne to do, Mr. Monsour has been purposefully left in a hostile work environment to be ongoingly harassed, falsely accused and retaliated against for years. Thankfully Mr. Monsour will have his day in court and his first amendment right to speak out is protected.
It is important to name a couple of the top life threatening matters that Mr. Monsour brought to light. First, the recycling of known dangerous staff with histories of abuse and neglect whom instead of being arrested and prosecuted were relocated to other group homes http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/13/nyregion/13homes.html. Attorney General Andrew Cuomo would not intervene to protect New Yorkers with disabilities in harm’s way, but instead chose to protect rapists and those involved in criminally negligent homicides. Then Cuomo became the governor in 2011 just before the award winning New York Times “Abused & Used” investigative reporting series which was a runner up for a Pulitzer Prize broke. Instead of taking decisive actions to stop the rampant physical and sexual abuse and staggering numbers of deaths Governor Cuomo following this series he chose to protect the perpetrators and the negligent providers.
New York State has documents called Notices of Discipline in which Mr. Monsour obtained dozens upon dozens of these damning documents through Freedom of Information Law that reveal a distinct pattern of recycling of known abusers. Many hundreds, if not thousands, of New York State employees with histories of two or more documented and signed Notices of Discipline remain employed to date because of Governor Cuomo’s collusion and protection scheme. People with disabilities are unsafe and are in grave danger in known dangerous facilities and Governor Cuomo continues to ignore their safety and equal rights.
Mr. Monsour is a hero and Governor Cuomo is the villain. Instead, of protecting the disabled and Mr. Monsour, Governor Cuomo has chosen to hide and conceal most of the extreme damages and staggering numbers of loss of lives. Right now in New York State an average of 7,800 calls are reported to Cuomo’s wrongfully titled Justice Center abuse hotline for the disabled, yes you read this correctly- a massive 7,800. Although these are astronomical numbers, the real numbers are approximately 2-3 times this number because everyone knows most abuse and neglect will never be reported. The numbers of deaths of people with disabilities in New York State run or sub-contracted private facilities and group homes are quite frankly hard to fathom, they are between 11-13 every single day on average and Governor Cuomo takes no significant actions to stop these horrors? Who in such a position of power and authority would do such a thing and look the other way and protect criminals instead of our most vulnerable citizens with disabilities? Nothing makes sense, other than it is quite evident that New York State is blatantly discriminating against 1,000,000 New Yorkers with disabilities. It is believed to be far worse discrimination than the discrimination that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. fought against over 50 years ago. How does one compare in a life threatening way denying people with disabilities 9-1-1 immediate medical and police assistance and services when a person with a disability is in medical trouble or a victim of a crime to denying a black person unequal seating on a bus or in a restaurant? Hear me on this, both are horrible discrimination, but denying people with disabilities 9-1-1 services in many cases is deadly. This atrocious discrimination in civil rights is happening right now in New York State and Governor Cuomo is part of it, even making sure people with disabilities do not receive this basis equal right and privileges. Why would Governor Cuomo block a 9-1-1 Civil Rights Bill to protect and ensure the equal rights of the disabled? The answer is he is protecting the people involved in the gross negligence of care and services instead and is purposefully hiding most of the damages and loss of lives from local authorities and the Office of Medicaid Inspector General to defraud the feds. According to Mr. Monsour, his, “Federal lawsuit will expose the human trafficking for federal dollars of New York State disabled citizens.”
Also according to Mr. Monsour, “Radon gas, massive abuse of the disabled, notices of discipline to the New York Times reveals Attorney General Cuomo knew of abuse” dating back many years. Radon gas poisoning is the number two cause for lung cancer killing 21,000 nationally every year. Mr. Monsour brought the fact that mental health facilities and group homes were not being tested for radon in 2007. Although, the State acknowledged this and the dangers, they basically said the hell with the disabled and in this case with radon, they also said the hell with the safety of all those working for the disabled too. You would have thought Governor Cuomo would have taken immediate actions and assist to finally require all facilities to be radon tested and mitigated when unsafe, but no, instead he insured a critical radon bill that Michael Carey drafted to rectify these dangers was not brought to the floor for a vote. Mr. Monsour brought this radon gas health crisis to Disability Rights Advocate Michael Carey’s attention to rectify this disastrous and deadly problem. Governor Cuomo and his current Deputy Secretary of Health, Paul Francis looked the other way and did nothing to protect the safety, health and lives of our most vulnerable.
In a letter from Mr. Monsour’s Union directly to NYS Governor’s Office of Employees relations it is quoted, “Grievant has been inadvertently subjected to a hostile work environment through this chain of conspiracy with upper management.” It then goes on to conclude with this statement, “The conspiracy and misrepresentation against Grievant has been and continues to be an ongoing violation of numerous OPWDD policies that all employees in the Agency are required to abide by.” Thank God for heroes like Jeff Monsour, he has faced immense opposition and retaliation for simply doing what is right and just. Mr. Monsour has refused to be a “team player in the corruption” and look the other way as so many in the top positions of New York state government have as countless innocent people with disabilities are dying. It is time for a jury of his pears to award Mr. Monsour for his heroic actions and for all the horrific things he has had to endure for many years in an extremely corrupt and hostile work environment.
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A horror movie-themed cocktail book with gross-looking, but delicious party drinks in Let's Get Monster Smashed: Horror Movie Drinks for a Killer Time
Atglen, PA— Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., would like to introduce you a horror movie-themed cocktail book with gross-looking, but delicious party drink, all wrapped up in an awesome '80s VHS package! Inside, you'll find 55 recipes inspired by classic pulp horror movies of the 80s and 90s. Play the Puppet Master Game and murder your way through ten movies, and unique cocktails, or shoot The Silver Bullet while enjoying American Werewolf in London; either way you slice it, murderously mouthwatering movie mixers await you in Let's Get Monster Smashed!
There are 55 recipes spread across 5 chapters (shots, gelatin, punches, special fx, and non-alcoholic) inspired by classic pulp horror movies of the '80s and '90s, complete with viewing recommendations. The movies may be weird, the drinks may look gross, but the elevated drink making techniques and unusually tasty recipes keep readers and their guests interested and coming back for more. Great for theme parties, Halloween festivals, movie fans, and retro enthusiasts.
Size: 6″ x 9″ | 152 color photographs and artwork | 144 pp
ISBN13: 978-0-7643-5370-3 | Binding: hard cover | $19.99
About the Author
Like many small town New Jersey kids raised with little adult supervision, Jon and Marc Chaiet grew up early on the classic camp and visceral violence of horror movies from the '80s and '90s. Also like many from Jersey, they have developed a deep love for booze and its plethora of palette pleasing potables. Both live in Brooklyn, though not together—that would be weird.
About the Publisher
Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. is a family-owned, independent publisher of high-quality books. Since 1974, Schiffer has published thousands of titles on the diverse subjects that fuel our readers' passions. From our traditional subjects of antiques and collectibles, arts and crafts, and military history, Schiffer has expanded its catalog to publish books on contemporary art and artists; architecture and design; food and entertaining; the metaphysical, paranormal and folklore; and pop and fringe culture, as well as books for children. Visit www.schifferbooks.com to explore our backlist of more than 5,800 titles.
On day one of the “limited” Travel Ban, IRC braces for cancellations and fears of chaos
Under the new implementation, some of the most urgent refugee cases could face cancellation
New York, NY, July 13, 2017 - The International Rescue Committee (IRC) today calls on the Administration to transparently and swiftly review the already-rigorous vetting process for refugees. As the United States faces the first day of the ‘Bona Fide’ Travel Ban implementation, IRC also anticipates its first cancellations. For those the IRC serves, the cancellations are a deeply unfortunate bookend to a lengthy vetting process, and injurious to resettlement agencies who have made extensive preparations, financial and otherwise, for clients expected to arrive.
In the coming days, IRC clients– not very different than the Sadiq family who arrived in Maryland on July 6– now face imminent cancellation of their resettlement.
Moving forward the IRC also fears the human impact of inconsistent execution of this order, or unclear direction by the administration to resettlement agencies.
Said David Miliband, President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee:
“The travel ban has put vetted refugee families around the world in a perilous limbo. The ban is unnecessary because the administration can review the proven vetting procedures without suspending the program. This review now needs to come out of the shadows and include expert input from outside as well as inside government. It is tougher to get to the US as a refugee than by any other route, and during a time of global refugee crisis now is the time for the U.S. to lead, not linger.
“The human toll on families who have patiently waited their turn, done the vetting, given up jobs and prepared to travel is wrong. After decades of leading with its gold standard resettlement program, this defective policy shifts the goal posts and sees America turn its back on— and break its promise to— the world’s most vulnerable.”
IRC urges swift action and transparency
The IRC urges the administration today to learn about who refugees are, and the dismal situations that require this life-saving program – including unprecedented threat for simultaneous famine. This is a critical system established in its current form by the Reagan administration, and strengthened by both Democratic and Republican administrations afterward.
The IRC hopes the administration will realize that cancellations’ impact is life and death for those with urgent medical conditions; It is acutely dangerous for unaccompanied minors; It derails the progress of young refugee families who have quit jobs and vacated apartments in asylum countries, all while pursuing better lives for their children through resettlement.
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IRC spokespeople are available for interviews. Please contact Sean Piazza, the IRC Global Communications Officer for US Programs at Sean.Piazza@rescue.org or communications@rescue.org for more information and to schedule an interview.
To download photos/b-roll from Sadiq family’s arrival: visit here.
For more on IRC’s perspective on the Travel Ban, and “Bona Fide” interpretation, we encourage press to view IRC’s Facebook Live session here, featuring Senior Vice President of U.S. Programs Jennifer Sime and General Counsel Ricardo Castro. For more information on refugee resettlement, please visit IRC’s Refugees in America information page.
To donate to the IRC's work, please click here.
ABOUT THE IRC
The International Rescue Committee responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is at work in over 40 countries and 28 offices across the U.S. helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future, and strengthen their communities. Learn more at www.rescue.org and follow the IRC on Twitter & Facebook.
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SEAWAY
Announces New Album Vacation
Out September 15th, 2017 Via Pure Noise Records
Pre-Order the Album and Stream New Single "Apartment"
Now at www.seawayband.com
Touring This Year with With Confidence,
Four Year Strong, and Silverstein
Oakville, ON, CAN - July 13th, 2017 - SEAWAY is thrilled to announce that they will be releasing their new album Vacation on September 15, 2017 via Pure Noise Records. As the band's follow up to 2015's Colour Blind, Vacation marks a progression in sound while still giving listeners the high energy and well-crafted hooks they have come to expect. Fans can pre-order the album and stream new single "Apartment" now at www.seawayband.com.
On Vacation, vocalist Ryan Locke shares: "Vacation is a step in a new direction for us. While still holding onto familiar aspects of the band, we definitely explored new destinations for Seaway. It is the best music we've written thus far; the record we've been working towards for the last 4 years."
Formed in 2011, SEAWAY is Ryan Locke (vocals), Patrick Carleton (guitar, vocals), Ken Taylor (drums), Adam Shoji (bass), and Andrew Eichinger (guitar). The band has become known for their highly infectious brand of pop punk - one that strikes the perfect balance between the two styles and recalls a time when the genre centered on having fun.
SEAWAY released their debut album Hoser in 2013. The following year, the five Canucks signed to Pure Noise Records to release their follow up EP, All in My Head. Their sophomore full length Colour Blind was released in 2015 via Pure Noise Records following an entire summer on the Vans Warped Tour.
The band will release their new album Vacation on September 15, 2017. Pre-orders available now at www.seawayband.com, or via iTunes.
For More Information, please visit:
Website: www.seawayband.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/seawayband
Twitter: www.twitter.com/seawayband
Instagram: www.instagram.com/seawayband
Vacation Tracklist:
1. Apartment
2. Neurotic
3. London
4. Lula On The Beach
5. Something Wonderful
6. Curse Me Out
7. Day Player
8. Misery In You
9. Scatter My Ashes
10. Car Seat Magazine
11. 40 Over
12. When I Hang Up
Upcoming Tour Dates w/ With Confidence:
Aug 17th - Melbourne @ The Prince Bandroom
Aug 18th - Sydney @ The Factory Theatre
Aug 19th - Brisbane @ The Brightside
Aug 20th - Brisbane @ The Foundry
Aug 24th - Adelaide @ Fowler's Live
Aug 25th - Perth @ The Boston
Aug 26th - Perth @ YMCA HQ
Upcoming Tour Dates w/Four Year Strong and Like Pacific:
Sept 6th - Portland, ME @ Port City Music Hall
Sept 7th - Philadelphia, PA @ TLA
Sept 8th - Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Night Bazar
Sept 9th - Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Night Bazar
Sept 10th - New Haven, CT @ The Ballroom
Sept 12th - Pittsburgh, PA @ Rex Theater
Sept 13th - Cleveland, OH @ Agora Theater
Sept 14th - Cincinnati, OH @ Yacht Club
Sept 15th - Chicago, IL @ Riot Fest
Sept 16th - Detroit, MI @ St Andrews Hall
Sept 18th - St. Paul, MN @ Amsterdam
Sept 20th - St, Louis, MO @ Fubar
Sept 21st - Lawrence, KS @ The Bottleneck
Sept 22nd - Denver, CO @ Marquis Theater
Sept 23rd - Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court
Sept 25th - Seattle, WA @ Neumos
Sept 26th - Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theater
Sept 27th - Berkley, CA @ Cornerstone
Sept 28th - Fresno, CA @ Strummers
Sept 29th - Anaheim, CA @ Chain Reaction
Sept 30th - Anaheim, CA @ Chain Reaction
Oct 1st - Los Angeles, CA @ Teragram
Oct 2nd - San Diego, CA @ Irenic
Oct 4th - Phoenix, AZ @ Nile
Oct 6th - El Paso, TX @ Tricky Falls
Oct 7th - Austin, TX @ Come And Take It Live
Oct 8th - Dallas, TX @ RBC
Oct 10th - Birmingham, AL @ Zydeco
Oct 11th - Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade
Oct 12th - Tampa, FL @ Crowbar
Oct 13th - Margate, FL @ O'Malley's
Oct 14th - Orlando, FL @ Backbooth
Oct 15th - Orlando, FL @ Backbooth
Oct 17th - Columbia, SC @ New Brooklyn Tavern
Oct 18th - Greensboro, NC @ Blind Tiger
Oct 19th - Virginia Beach, VA @ Shakas
Oct 20th - Baltimore, MD @ Soundstage
Upcoming Tour Dates w/ Silverstein
Nov 1st - Kingston, ON @ The Mansion
Nov 2nd - Montreal, QC @ La Tulipe
Nov 3rd - Quebec City, QC @ Le Cercle
Nov 4th - Ottawa, ON @ Brass Monkey
Nov 7th - Winnipeg, MB @ Park Theatre
Nov 8th - Saskatoon, SK @ Louis
Nov 9th - Edmonton, AB @ The Needle
Nov 11th - Vancouver, BC @ Rickshaw
Nov 23rd - Hamilton, ON @ Club Absinthe
Nov 24th - Oshawa, ON @ The Music Hall
Nov 25th - London, ON @ London Music Hall
*More Dates To Be Announced
