Abused tiger retiring to Florida sanctuary after South American circus rescue (tags)
Hoover the tiger has found his forever home
‘Roar-some’ appeal and website launched for lifetime care of rescued lions (tags)
33 lions rescued from circuses in South America will be airlifted to new life in South Africa
Health Care Bill Provision Ranks as One of the Dumbest Political Moves of All Time (tags)
Obamacare contains a time bomb that blows up five weeks before election day.
JFAV LETTER TO PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA (tags)
We write to you on the 64th anniversary of the Rescission Act—that took away for the first time, the full recognition of the US military services of the Filipino World War II veterans who fought in defense of an American territory in Asia. The timing also marks the first year after the “lump sum” was granted after the approval of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009, and the denial of 41,000 applicants as reported by the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA). Though the “lump sum” of $15,000 for American citizens and $9,000 for non-citizens fell short of the lifetime monthly pension and lifetime benefits granted to all American veterans, it did provide a temporary monetary relief to many impoverished veterans.
Letter to President Obama (tags)
We write to you on the 64th anniversary of the Rescission Act—that took away for the first time, the full recognition of the US military services of the Filipino World War II veterans who fought in defense of an American territory in Asia. The timing also marks the first year after the “lump sum” was granted after the approval of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009, and the denial of 41,000 applicants as reported by the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA). Though the “lump sum” of $15,000 for American citizens and $9,000 for non-citizens fell short of the lifetime monthly pension and lifetime benefits granted to all American veterans, it did provide a temporary monetary relief to many impoverished veterans.
The Sorceress at Pacifica Radio (tags)
The Sorceress at Pacifica Radio
SAN FRANCISCO VETS PETITIONS PELOSI ON STIMULUS BILL (tags)
A groups of San Francisco Filipino World War II veterans sent a petition to Speaker Nancy Pelosi at the San Francisco State Building to expresses grave concern on the fate of the Stimulus Bill on which the Filipino veterans benefits bill that now hangs by a thread. While the Stimulus bill passed the Senate last Tuesday, Feb 10, it will still go to a bicameral conference. The San Francisco Filipino veterans and their advocates sent the petition to the Speaker office last February 10, to make sure that it will not suffer the fate of S. 1315.
NO TO LUMP SUM WITHOUT FULL RECOGNITION,JUSTICE AND EQUITY, NOW! (tags)
The Justice for Filipino American Veterans (JFAV) expresses grave concern on the fate of the Stimulus Bill on which the Filipino veterans benefits bill is now hangs by a thread. While the US Senate passed the Stimulus bill, it will still go on a bicameral conference to settle its differences and the veterans befits bill is in danger of being dropped again. Senator Inouye inserted the benefits bill and promised to resign as Senate Appropriations chair if the Filipino veterans bill does not pass. On February 18, 2009 is the 63rd anniversary of the Rescission Act that took away the rights of the Filipinos to get equal benefits. The Congress did this to the Filipinos out of around 60 nationalities who served the US Armed Forces.
NO TO LUMP SUM WITHOUT RECOGNITION (tags)
Los Angeles – The Justice for Filipino American Veterans (JFAV) expresses grave concern on the fate of the Stimulus Bill on which the Filipino veterans benefits bill is now hangs by a thread. This February 18, 2009 is the 63rd anniversary of the Rescission Act that took away the rights of the Filipinos to get equal benefits. The Congress did this to the Filipinos out of around 60 nationalities who served the US Armed Forces. If this is not outright racism, what is this?
NO LUMP SUM WITHOUT RECOGNITION (tags)
We stand to educate and politicize the community on the issue as opposed to the advice of the Philippine government’s representative for veterans to “keep quiet for the next four months.” We empower the Filipino and the American communities if they know the historical injustice, facts and options as only an educated people can bring about real change to the how the US government regard the veterans. Veterans and advocates for genuine equity are on a crossroad now. Is it lump sum first or full recognition and lifetime pension benefit right away? This paper attempts to provoke discussion among veterans, widows, families, advocates and the public in general.
Get Rid of Medicare Enrollment Penalties (tags)
Lifetime Penalties? Many newspapers recognize the absurdity that seniors are being forced to pay penalties for late enrollment under the Medicare Prescription Drug Plan; however, there is another similar and even larger issue no one seems to acknowledge or address.
Tom Hayden receives first-ever Los Angeles Free Press Lifetime Dedication Award (tags)
Tom Hayden receives first-ever Los Angeles Free Press Lifetime Dedication Award
Pete Seeger for Nobel Peace Prize (tags)
Pete Seeger has worked for Peace and Social Justice over the course of his 87 year lifetime. We can be influential in getting him nominated for the honor he deserves. http://www.petitionthem.com/default.asp?sect=detail&pet...=3774
Bush in Irvine Monday April 24th 8am -- PROTEST! (tags)
You must show up at The Irvine Hyatt Monday to protest Bush. He will be speaking about immigration. Go to www.ocregister.com for details. NOW IS YOUR CHANCE TO BE HEARD BY THE PRESIDENT.
On the Judicial Branch, continued
Truckers Join IWW, Win 2-Day Strike (tags)
More than 200 Stockton owner-operator truckers working out of the rail yards in California's Central Valley have joined the IWW since July and won several victories.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT HONORS FOR ACTOR, JOHN SPENCER AT THE 2003 TEMECULA FILM FESTIVAL (tags)
The 2003 Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival (TVIFMF) is proud to announce John Spencer will be receiving recognition for his outstanding acting career in TV/Film as he is presented a Lifetime Achievement Award, joining other honorees Diane Ladd, Etta James, A.C. Lyles, Penelope Spheeris and Dr. Howard Suber.
ALL-STAR JAM MUSIC EVENT HEADLINES CLOSING DAY AT THE TEMECULA VALLEY INT'L FILM FESTIVAL (tags)
Tommy Castro, Albert Cummings and Julianna Raye perform at the All-Star Jam at this year's 9th annual Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival.
ETTA JAMES TO RECEIVE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD AT TEMECULA VALLEY INT'L FILM &MUSIC FEST (tags)
The 2003 Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival (TVIFMF) is proud to announce Etta James will be receiving recognition and honors for the field of music, as she is presented the Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual Black Tie Awards Gala , 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2003 at the Ponte Family Estate Winery (35035 Rancho California Road, Temecula).
2003 TEMECULA VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL SETS LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT HONORS (tags)
2003 TEMECULA VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL TO SALUTE HOLLYWOOD’S ACCOMPLISHED WITH LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT HONORS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2003