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Study Shows Exxon Scientists Built Remarkably Accurate Models Predicting Climate Crisis

A new study published found that over the past few decades, Exxon's own scientists predicted how much their own burning of fossil fuels would warm the planet-even more accurately than some academic and government models.

350.org Reacts on Senator Joe Manchin Withdrawing Dirty Deal From Senate Vote

Sep 28, 2022 08:38 AM EDT By Jessel Thomas

After Senator Joe Manchin's "permitting reform" provision drew opposition from both parties, Manchin asked Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to withdraw the legislation as a provision to the continuing resolution to fund the government.

ICYMI: AAPI Victory Fund President Brad Jenkins Joined The Cross Connection with Tiffany Cross to Discuss Celebrities’ Influence on Politics

Aug 11, 2022 09:41 PM EDT By Jessel Thomas

Last week, AAPI Victory Fund President Brad Jenkins appeared on The Cross Connection with Tiffany Cross to discuss how celebrities can influence policy and voters, and the importance of utilizing one's platform.

AAPI Victory Fund Mourns the Passing of Honorary Chair, Former Secretary Norman Y. Mineta

May 04, 2022 09:44 PM EDT By Jessel Thomas

Today, AAPI Victory Fund mourns the passing of Secretary Norman Y. Mineta, Honorary Chair of the organization's National Leadership Council.

350 Colorado youth and allies rally in March for Global Climate Strikes in Denver

Earth Day Climate Actions Today Friday, April 22, 2022

Apr 22, 2022 10:48 PM EDT By Jessel Thomas

350.org, the international climate action organization, along with state, regional and local 350 groups across the country, takes action today on Earth Day 2022, to draw attention to the Fossil Free Federal Reserve campaign, and engage citizens nationally around the ever-pressing climate crisis.

Statement by SBA Administrator Guzman on Agency’s New Equity Action Plan

Apr 15, 2022 04:29 AM EDT By Jessel Thomas

SBA makes historic strides to address inequities, lower barriers, and other systemic challenges facing underserved small business communities.

SBA Administrator Guzman Announces Expanded Efforts to Aggressively Crack Down on Bad Actors and Prevent Fraud in Programs

Apr 04, 2022 09:57 PM EDT By Jessel Thomas

Newly appointed Special Counsel will oversee enhanced strategies alongside dedicated leadership Board and building on previous fraud control measures deployed by the SBA.

Look Ahead America Releases Anti-Corporate Censorship Model Legislation

Mar 24, 2022 07:53 AM EDT By Jessel Thomas

The Research Group at Look Ahead America has released model legislation to fight corporate censorship at the state level.

Activists Respond Globally to Climate Report With Actions Targeting Fossil Fuel Finance

Mar 01, 2022 11:53 AM EST By Jessel Thomas

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has released a seminal report presenting the most comprehensive scientific overview to date of the climate impacts that communities around the world are suffering, due to the ongoing exploitation of fossil fuels.

AAPI Victory Alliance Executive Director Varun Nikore Joins Bloomberg Government to Discuss Need to Engage AAPI Electorate Ahead of Midterms

Feb 08, 2022 04:48 AM EST By Jessel Thomas

Bloomberg Government has published an article featuring AAPI Victory Alliance Executive Director Varun Nikore in which he discussed the urgent need to engage the AAPI electorate ahead of 2022 midterms.

Facebook Accuses Nicaragua Government of Running Internet Troll Farm, Removes Over 1,000 'Fake' Accounts

Nov 03, 2021 01:24 AM EDT By Mary Webber

Facebook has accused the government of Nicaragua of running an internet troll farm ahead of the presidential elections this weekend.

Mexico's New Vigilante Group Blames Supporters for Setting Fire to Offices, Businesses

Jul 29, 2021 03:21 AM EDT By Joshua Summers

Mexico's new vigilante group blamed their sympathizers for the burned government offices and businesses in Pantelhó.

Job Offers from the US Government had Fallen Due to the Pandemic

Jun 08, 2020 03:43 AM EDT By Mary Quill

Read on to find out about the job offers provided by the US government.

Millennials Consider US Government Is 'Inefficient, Wasteful' and Likely Social Liberals, Study Says

Jul 30, 2014 04:03 PM EDT By Michael Oleaga

Millennials believe the U.S. government is "inefficient" and "wasteful," according to a survey of 2,000 Americans. The study, by Reason-Rupe, revealed 66 percent of millennials between the ages of 18 and 29 are not content with the government's management.

Peruvian Congressman Comes Out as Gay in Historic Announcement

May 22, 2014 12:10 PM EDT By Rodrigo Ugarte

Carlos Bruce came out in an interview with a national newspaper, becoming first openly gay congressman in the nation's history.

Colombia Peace Talks Continue as Government, Rebels Meet in Havana

May 16, 2014 11:07 AM EDT By Rodrigo Ugarte

Peace talks continue despite upcoming Colombian elections and the rise of rumors and scandal.