Quaker Lobby Celebrates House Vote to Repeal 2002 Iraq War Authorization

AUDIO: Diane Randall, FCNL General Secretary
(Washington, D.C., Friday, June 18, 2021) – The Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL) applauds the vote in the House of Representatives to repeal the outdated and overstretched 2002 Authorization for Use of Military Force...

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Children’s Hospitals’ Patients Ask Congress to Prioritize Mental Health Needs for Youth

AUDIO: Amy Knight, President, Children's Hospital Association (CHA)
(Washington, D.C., Wednesday, June 16, 2021) – Fifty children’s hospitals’ patients are participating in the 2021 Speak Now for Kids Family Advocacy Week. Having a child, teen or young adult with significant health challenges is...

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National Cancer Survivors Day

AUDIO: Kim Thiboldeaux, Executive Chair, Cancer Support Community and Author of “Your Cancer Road Map”
(Washington, D.C., Friday, June 4, 2021) – Each year, 1.8 million people are diagnosed with cancer in the United States. Upon learning this difficult news, individuals also have a minefield of complex information to navigate...

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Latest Cancer Research Findings Being Presented at the ASCO Annual Meeting

AUDIO: Lori J. Pierce, MD, FASTRO, FASCO, American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) President
(Alexandria, VA, Friday, June 4, 2021) – Cancer experts from around the world will gather to explore the latest research impacting patient care across the entire cancer care continuum, from prevention and screening to symptom...

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Raising Awareness of Sustainable Aquaculture

AUDIO: Eric Schwaab, Senior Vice President for Ecosystems and Oceans, Environmental Defense Fund
(New York, NY, Wednesday, June 2, 2021) – Do you know where your fish sticks, salmon patty or shrimp are from? America imports 85% of all the seafood we eat, half of which is raised...

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Microsoft Increasing Affordable, High-Speed Internet in Racial and Ethnic Minority Communities

AUDIO: Vickie Robinson, General Manager, Microsoft Airband Initiative
(Redmond, WA, Wednesday, June 2, 2021) —Today, Microsoft announced a commitment to expand access to affordable high-speed internet (broadband), affordable devices, and digital skilling for racial and ethnic minority communities in eight major cities across...

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Consumers Can Enroll Through Healthcare.Gov Before the End of May for Coverage Starting June 1

AUDIO: Dr. LaShawn McIver (mc-EEV-er), CMS Director of the Office of Minority Health
(Washington, D.C., Friday, May 28, 2021) – The American Rescue Plan (ARP) not only provides resources to beat the pandemic, but it also expands access to health insurance coverage, and lowers cost ensuring nearly everyone...

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New Survey Shows Consumers Are Ready To Travel

AUDIO: Emily Weiss, Managing Director, Global Travel Industry Sector Lead, Accenture
(New York, NY, Thursday, May 27, 2021) – The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way people live, work and socialize, accelerating demand for innovation, as retailers, consumer goods, and travel companies shift from reacting to...

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Report Ranks the Top Cities for Skilled Freelance Workers

AUDIO: Brent Messenger, Vice President of Public Policy and Community Engagement, Fiverr
(Tel Aviv, Israel, Wednesday, May 26, 2021) – Fiverr has revealed the findings of its fourth annual Freelance Economic Impact Report, a comprehensive study that identifies the top 30 cities in the United States where...

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Safety Tips for Memorial Day Weekend

AUDIO: Mark Chung, Vice President of Roadway Practice, National Safety Council
(Washington D.C., Tuesday, May 25, 2021) – Memorial Day is one of the most dangerous driving weekends of the year. And with the COVID-19 vaccination rate rising, more Americans are likely to start traveling again....

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