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Wind Energy Consortium Applauds Murphy’s Plan to Move Forward on Offshore Energy Agenda

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New Jersey Accelerates Clean Energy Transition with New Offshore Wind Projects TRENTON – The New Jersey Wind Works Coalition has praised Governor Murphy’s administration and the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) for their commitment to offshore wind development. The announcement of project awards from the state’s third round of solicitations marks a significant step in New Jersey’s journey towards a sustainable future. The coalition asserts that offshore wind is pivotal for New Jersey, offering environmental and economic benefits. Projects underway aim to power over 700,000 homes, generate nearly $2 billion in local economic activity, and create thousands of jobs within

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Brazil central bank applauds Lula’s budget bill, stresses fiscal improvement need

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BRASILIA (Reuters) – Brazil’s top central bank officials on Friday praised the government’s commitment to eliminate the primary deficit in its 2024 budget, saying fiscal improvement is vital for aligning inflation expectations with official targets. “Maintaining the (fiscal) target is super-important,” said central bank chief Roberto Campos Neto at an event hosted by business group Lide in Washington. On Thursday, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s administration submitted a bill to lawmakers envisioning a balanced budget next year. Market participants surveyed by the central bank currently anticipate a 2024 primary deficit equivalent to 0.8% of Gross Domestic Product, but Campos

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Murphy applauds court decision barring guns in Certain public places

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TRENTON, NJ – In a recent ruling, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals has reinstated significant provisions of New Jersey’s law that restricts the carrying of firearms in specific areas within the state. The court’s decision, which passed with a 2-1 majority, allows the enforcement of regulations in multiple designated “sensitive places” where firearms are prohibited while the litigation process continues. The reinstated provisions of the law pertain to various locations classified as sensitive places under New Jersey law. These areas, where carrying guns is prohibited, will now be subject to enforcement as the legal proceedings unfold. “I am thrilled

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‘Indefensible Behavior’: Asa Hutchinson Applauds Verdict In Trump, E. Jean Carroll Trial

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‘Indefensible Behavior’: Asa Hutchinson Applauds Verdict In Trump, E. Jean Carroll Trial Mary Lou Masters on May 9, 2023 Former Republican Arkansas Governor and presidential candidate Asa Hutchinson applauded the verdict in former President Donald Trump’s rape and defamation trial Tuesday. Trump was found liable for sexual battery, as well as defamation, after he was sued by writer E. Jean Carroll, who alleged Trump raped her at some point in the 1990s. Hutchinson, a former U.S. Attorney, slammed Trump for his “indefensible behavior,” after he was found liable for defamation and battery, with Carroll awarded $5 million in damages. “Over

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Congress Applauds South Korean President For Condemning ‘Disinformation’

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Congress Applauds South Korean President For Condemning ‘Disinformation’ Arjun Singh on April 27, 2023 Members of Congress applauded South Korean President Yoon Suk-Yeol as he lambasted “disinformation” and “propaganda” as threats to democracy during an address to a joint session on Wednesday. Yoon, who is on a state visit to the U.S., argued that disinformation harms the rule of law, and exhorted members of Congress to fight against it — invoking language that many Democrats have used to criticize conservatives and Republicans espousing right-wing perspectives. “False propaganda and disinformation corrupt intellectualism. They threaten democracy and the rule of law,” he

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Blinken says U.S. applauds Japan’s decision to double defense spending

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WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The United States applauded Japan’s decision to double defense spending by 2027, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday, ahead of planned talks later this week between President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. Speaking at a press conference with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin as well as Japanese foreign and defense ministers, Blinken also said the United States was set to sign a new agreement with Japan later this week on cooperation in space. (Reporting by David Brunnstrom and Humeyra Pamuk; Editing by Chris Reese)

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U.S. declines labor probe at Saint-Gobain in Mexico, applauds new union win

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MEXICO CITY (Reuters) – The U.S. Trade Representative has declined to file a complaint with Mexico over alleged worker rights abuses at a Saint-Gobain glass plant, saying on Thursday that the factory’s situation improved after workers elected an independent union. The biggest U.S. labor federation last month asked the U.S. government to open a complaint, the latest in a series of petitions under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) trade pact alleging rights violations in Mexico. A central plank of USMCA, a deal crafted at the behest of the United States, was that it would improve the lot of workers in

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Lever Foundation Applauds Pizza Express for New Global Cage-free Egg Policy

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London, UK  (-)  International pizza chain Pizza Express won praise today from global non-profit Lever Foundation for its commitment to source only cage-free eggs and egg ingredients worldwide by 2025. The London-based restaurant group operates over 500 locations across Europe, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Kuwait, Philippines, the UAE, Singapore and Saudi Arabia. Since 2017 Pizza Express has only used cage-free eggs and egg products in its UK stores; the new policy will expand this shift to its restaurants worldwide by 2025. “We are continuing to transition to cage-free eggs in our International businesses and the vast majority are either already

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Shawarma Press Applauds Workforce for Dedication and Excellence on National Food Service Employee Day

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Shawarma Press co-founders Sawsan Abublan (far right) and Dr. Ehap Sabri (back row, white shirt) are shown celebrating the five-year anniversary of their rapidly expanding quick-service Mediterranean franchise with enthusiastic employees. Successful Mediterranean quick-service restaurant chain continues expansion Irving, TX  (PRESS RELEASE)  Shawarma Press, the leading Mediterranean cuisine quick-service franchise, has one thing to say about their growing success and expansion during the past five years: it would not have been possible without their loyal and dedicated employees. With National Food Service Employee Day on September 25, Shawarma Press co-founders Sawsan Abublan and Dr. Ehap Sabri, are recognizing and thanking

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Agudath Israel of America Applauds The End of ‘Antisemitic’ Ben and Jerry’s Boycott in Israel

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LAKEWOOD, NJ – Ben & Jerry’s makers of the famous progressive liberal ice cream brand have announced they are ceasing their product boycott in Israel by selling the company’s interests in Israel to a private entity. This week, Agudath Israel of America applauded that announcement. “Agudath Israel applauds Unilever’s announcement today that it has sold its Ben & Jerry’s business interests to its Israeli licensee to end Ben & Jerry’s antisemitic BDS practices there,” Agudath Israel of America said. “Last summer, as part of its social mission, Ben & Jerry’s decided to refuse the sale of its products in parts

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Agudath Israel of America Applauds New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s $50.6 Billion Budget

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LAKEWOOD, NJ – Avi Schnall, the New Jersey Director of Agudath Israel of America today applauded Governor Phil Murphy’s massive $50.6 billion budget as it provides some key funding for private schools to benefit frum children in the Lakewood and Five Towns area. Schnall commended the Governor for including additional funding that will benefit private schools in the Lakewood area. That includes $3 million extra for private school security funding; $2 million for remedial services for private schools; $3 million extra for private school state homeland security grants; and $2 million for private school transportation. Agudath Israel of America has

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New Jersey Assemblyman Applauds Imminent Overturning of Roe vs. Wade

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TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Republican State Senator Ed Durr today said the Supreme Court’s imminent and suspected reversal of Roe vs. Wade corrects a 50-year mistake made by the nation’s highest court. “As someone who believes in the sanctity of life, I am hopeful that Justice Alito’s draft decision proves to be the final opinion that is approved by the majority to overturn Roe v. Wade and reaffirm states’ rights when it comes to abortion,” said Durr (R-3). “While it’s possible things can change, it seems likely the Supreme Court is on the verge of fixing a 50-year mistake.

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NJEA chimes in on Murphy’s decision to end mask mandate, applauds shift of power to local school boards

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TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Education Association, the largest teacher’s union in New Jersey today said it is “cautiously optimistic” about Governor Phil Murphy’s plan to drop the statewide school mask mandate on March 7th. The union however applauded Murphy’s decision to allow local school districts to continue enforcing mask mandates. NJEA’s officers, President Sean M. Spiller, Vice President Steve Beatty and Secretary-Treasurer Petal Robertson, released this statement following Gov. Phil Murphy’s announcement today that he intends to end the statewide masking mandate in schools on March 7, based on current COVID trends in New Jersey. “We are encouraged

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NJEA applauds Murphy’s promise to keep children in New Jersey masked up

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TRENTON, NJ – The New Jersey Education Association, the state’s largest teacher’s union today announced it was supportive of Governor Phil Murphy’s promise to keep school children in face masks. New Jersey is one of just over a dozen states that currently have school mask mandates for children. Gov. Murphy announced today that the statewide masking mandate for public schools will remain in place “for the foreseeable future.” NJEA President Sean M. Spiller, Vice President Steve Beatty and Secretary-Treasurer Petal Robertson released this statement: “We are pleased that Gov. Murphy has committed to this common-sense step to keep public school

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Sony CEO applauds patience, but finding a PS5 is about to get harder, the company reports

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The Playstation 5 console has turned one, but good luck finding any in time for Christmas. While valid reseller stock is sold almost immediately, many secondary sellers continue to buy the $399 and $499 versions, hoping to fetch up to $1,000 each for them. Sony can’t keep their supply chain up to par with the demand for the consoles, sold at Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Game Stop and Target. “I also want to thank everyone in the community for your patience. We continue to see historic demand for PS5 and we understand the inventory constraints remain a source of frustration

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