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Fishermen From Around the Country Call for Strengthening Fisheries Law; Catch Limits, Quick Rebuilding Times for Depleted Populations

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Pflag Brings Message of Equality Home to Capitol Hill; Families Lobby for Fairness and Honor Out Legislators Frank, Baldwin, and Kolbe

WASHINGTON, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- For the fourth year, Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) members will take to Capitol Hill with family photos in hand as part of their Bringing the Message Home campaign to meet with legislators to lobby them for support on legislation that promotes equality for their gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) loved ones and to fight the Federal Marriage Amendment. They will also use the opportunity to honor three members of Congr...

National Alliance for Public Charter Schools Honors Policy Makers with Champion for Charters Award

WASHINGTON, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Four policy makers were hailed for their support of public charter schools during a kickoff reception last night celebrating the seventh annual National Charters Schools Week. The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, which hosted the event, presented its first-ever Champion for Charters award to Governor Bill Owens (R-CO); Senator Mary Landrieu (D-LA); State Representative Ralph Arza (R- Miami); and Mayor Bart Peterson (D-Indianapolis). "Charter s...

Special Prosecutors to Release Long-Awaited Report On Burge Torture Crimes After Four-Year Investigation

News Advisory: -- Special Prosecutors to Release Long-Awaited Report on Burge Torture Crimes After Four-Year Investigation

Pending Home Sales Index Eases-Nar

WASHINGTON, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Pending home sales have slowed modestly as interest rates continue to rise, according to the National Association of Realtors(r). The Pending Home Sales Index (See Note), based on contracts signed in March, eased 1.2 percent to a level of 116.2 from an index of 117.6 in February, and is 6.0 percent below March 2005.

53 Organizations Request Senate Action On Eminent Domain Abuse; Lack of Senate Action Leaves Homes, Businesses, Churches Vulnerable

WASHINGTON, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Today, a letter signed by fifty-three national and state organizations from across the country was delivered to Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist (R-TN) requesting that the Senate advance legislation to limit the ability for states and localities to abuse eminent domain. The letter can be viewed at http://www.propertyrightsalliance.org . The House of Representatives passed H.R. 4128, the "Private Property Rights Protection Act of 2005" in early November b...

Crusader for Women Victims of Sex Slavery in Balkans in Dc May 8 Tomay 11; Heroine Received Amnesty International Award for Heroism

WASHINGTON, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Ljiljana Raicevic, a fearless and valiant crusader in the fight to save young women and girls from the ravages of sex slavery and trafficking in the Balkans, will be in Washington, D.C. from Monday, May 8 to Thursday, May 11. Ljiljana has overcome enormous pressures, opposition and ongoing threats against her life by forces within her country opposed to her activities. She has become a symbol and advocate for the end of human trafficking around the world...

Jews Protest Against Israeli Independence Day Rally

News Advisory: Anti-Zionist Orthodox Jews will be counter demonstrating the rally celebrating Israeli Independence Day. They will be denouncing the existence of the State of Israel, which is strictly forbidden according to Jewish Law (the Torah). This condemnation also encompasses all acts committed by Zionists under the guise of Judaism whether against people of the Jewish faith or the Palestinian people.

Text Message Your Teen On Prom Night; Initiative Allows Parents to Text Teen a Safety Reminder

WASHINGTON, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Taking advantage of how teens prefer to communicate, The Century Council is launching a novel, creative way to remind teens not to drink during the night of their proms. In order to send the text message, parents only need to do the following: Log on to http://www.centurycouncil.org/promtext . Register the cell phone number of their children and the date of the prom. During the prom, teens will receive a message, "Have fun 2night. Stay safe. Don't drink....

Military Commanders Appear to Tolerate Anti-Gay Harassment; New Study Compares Military and Civilian Rates of Anti-Gay Abuse

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- A report published this month in the journal "Military Psychology" suggests that a disproportionate number of military commanders perpetrate or witness anti-gay harassment in the U.S. military when compared to a civilian population. It also found that reported incidents of some forms of perceived sexual-orientation-based harassment were lower in the military than in the general population. The study was conducted and written by Professor Bonni...

Reid: Democrats Stand Ready to Pass Comprehensive Immigration Reform

WASHINGTON, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Senate Democratic Leader Harry Reid today delivered the following Floor remarks on the need to pass comprehensive immigration reform in the Senate. Democrats are urging Republicans to put aside their internal party differences and work for comprehensive reform for America's broken immigration system. Remarks of Senate Democratic Leader Harry Reid

The Dietary Guidance Gap; Consumers Know They Are Supposed to Do Something B but Are Fuzzy On the Details, Says Ific

WASHINGTON, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- For more than a year, the U.S. government and a variety of health-related groups have been publicizing new dietary guidance for consumers, including MyPyramid.gov. But is the message getting through? The inaugural "International Food Information Council (IFIC) Foundation Food & Health Survey: Consumer Attitudes toward Food, Nutrition & Health" is a rigorous first step in tracking how communication of dietary guidance is impacting consumers, by capturing th...

National Attention Deficit Disorder Association (Adda) Opens 12th Annual Adult Adhd Converence

ORLANDO, Fla., May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Leading ADHD professionals will begin meeting here Thursday, May 4 for the national Attention Deficit Disorder Association's (ADDA) 12th Annual Adult ADHD Conference to discuss the latest findings and treatment options for a condition that affects 3-6 percent of America's adult population. The conference officially begins May 5, on "ADDA Day" for Orange County, Florida, proclaimed by Orange County Mayor Richard T. Crotty in recognition of the organizati...

Tax Talk Today's May Webcast to Cover International Issues Facing Us Taxpayers; Panel Will Also Discuss Irs' International Program

WASHINGTON, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Tax Talk Today, a monthly webcast aimed at educating tax and payroll professionals on the most contemporary and complex tax issues, today announced the topic of its May program: "International Issues and U.S. Taxpayers." The hour-long webcast is scheduled for Tuesday, May 9, at 2 p.m. ET. Tax professionals who prepare returns for persons with international income are encouraged to watch and submit questions.

Rnc Chairman Ken Mehlman to Address American Jewish Committee's 100th Annual Meeting

News Advisory: Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairman Ken Mehlman will address the American Jewish Committee's 100th Annual Meeting today, Tuesday, May 2, 2006.

Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales Highlights Achievements Underproject Safe Neighborhoods, New Initiatives On Combating Gangviolence

DENVER, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales highlighted the significant accomplishments of federal, state and local officials in combating gang violence and reducing gun crime through Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) before more than 1,300 members of PSN task forces from across the nation in Denver today. During his remarks, Attorney General Gonzales announced the release of $30 million in grants to support PSN anti-gang efforts, a new public service campaign aimed ...

As National Science Board Meets On Science Education, Other Issues, Bayer Corporation to Release National Survey of 100 Sci-Tech Ceos

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22nd Vsa Arts International Young Soloists Concert at the Kennedy Center May 23

WASHINGTON, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- The 2006 VSA arts International Young Soloists Concert scheduled for May 23, will be hosted by Andrea Roane, WUSA 9 News morning anchor, in the Family Theater at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. The VSA arts International Young Soloists Program was created 22 years ago to identify talented young musicians with disabilities and support and encourage them to turn their talent into a lifelong profession. A committee of pr...

Wakeupwalmart.Com Releases Wal-Mart Crime Study 'Is Wal-Mart Safe?';57 Community Groups Call On Wal-Mart to Improve Security

WASHINGTON, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Today, WakeUpWalMart.com, America's campaign to change Wal-Mart, released the first national study on Wal-Mart and crime. The study, entitled "Is Wal-Mart Safe?" analyzed the official 2004 police incident reports (i.e. calls for police service) at 551 Wal-Mart store locations. Among the key findings of the study, include: -- In 2004, police received 148,331 calls for service for the 551 Wal-Mart stores analyzed, averaging 269 reported police incidents pe...

Poll Finds Broad Support for Public Charter Schools, Voters Favor Lifting State-Imposed Caps to Allow for Growth

WASHINGTON, May 2 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Across the board, Americans support key elements of the public charter school model as a way to put innovation, flexibility and accountability back into the classroom, according to a poll of 801 registered voters released today by the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools. While many Americans still lack understanding of the role of public charter schools, after hearing them defined three out of four voters (74 percent) favor expanding charter scho...