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Trump Defends American Business Interests in Europe
WASHINGTON, July 9 [Category: Political] -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary:

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Trump Defends American Business Interests in Europe

By Caden Hubbs

In a recent press conference, President Trump reaffirmed his hardline stance in negotiations with the European Union, signaling progress despite years of what he called "bad treatment." Trump revealed the administration was just "two days off from sending them a [deal]," suggesting that a breakthrough is near in resolving the non-tariff trade barriers that have long burdened U.S. companies.

During the conference, Trump ... Show Full Article

Reproductive Equity Now President: 'Big, Beautiful Bill'? More Like 'Big Abortion Ban.'
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 9 -- Reproductive Equity Now, an organization that says it advances reproductive justice and eliminates barriers to safe and legal abortion care, issued the following news release:

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Reproductive Equity Now President: "Big, Beautiful Bill"? More Like "Big Abortion Ban."

With Donald Trump's signature on the 'Big, Beautiful Bill,' abortion access will be decimated nationwide

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BOSTON (July 7, 2025) - Rebecca Hart Holder, President of Reproductive Equity Now, released the following statement after Donald Trump signed the federal spending bill - commonly referred ... Show Full Article

Pennsylvania's Medical Cannabis Program Changed Drastically When Anxiety Was Added as a Qualifying Condition
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, July 9 (TNSjou) -- The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center issued the following news release:

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Pennsylvania's Medical Cannabis Program Changed Drastically When Anxiety was Added as a Qualifying Condition

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PITTSBURGH -- Within months of Pennsylvania's medical cannabis program adding anxiety as a qualifying condition, that diagnosis quickly rose to become the most common for cannabis certifications, according to a study by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and Johns Hopkins University. The study was published today in Annals of Internal Medicine. ... Show Full Article

Georgia Chamber Hosts Second Annual Future of Small Business Summit
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 9 -- The Georgia Chamber of Commerce issued the following news release on July 8, 2025:

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Georgia Chamber Hosts Second Annual Future of Small Business Summit

MACON - Today, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosted the second annual Future of Small Business Summit, designed to equip small businesses with the tools they need for their future success. More than 100 people attended the 2025 Future of Small Business Summit, which took place at Fall Line Station in Macon. Fiserv and Grow with Google served as presenting sponsors of the 2025 Future of Small Business Summit. ... Show Full Article

Following Landmark Victories for Animals, Colorado Humane Scorecard Reveals Legislators' Records on Animal Protection
WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The Humane Society Legislative Fund issued the following news release on July 8, 2025:

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Following landmark victories for animals, Colorado Humane Scorecard reveals legislators' records on animal protection

New laws target wildlife trafficking, puppy mills, breed bias and give lab animals a path to adoption

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DENVER, Co. -- Today, Humane World Action Fund, formerly called Humane Society Legislative Fund, released its 2025 Colorado Humane Scorecard. The scorecard grades state lawmakers on their actions to advance animal protection during the most recent legislative ... Show Full Article

B'nai B'rith Concerned About Proposed Legislation in Ireland That Would Boycott Certain Israeli Goods
WASHINGTON, July 9 -- B'nai B'rith International issued the following news release on July 8, 2025:

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B'nai B'rith Concerned About Proposed Legislation in Ireland That Would Boycott Certain Israeli Goods

Memorandum filed on impact of such legislation on American companies and individuals

Letter and memorandum sent to:

Chairman John Lahart

Foreign Affairs Committee

Dear Mr. Chairman:

B'nai B'rith International is an American-based Jewish advocacy and social service organization with members and supporters in more than 40 countries. Founded in 1843, we advocate for human rights, promote ... Show Full Article

AU Denounces IRS Plan to Exempt Houses of Worship From the Johnson Amendment
WASHINGTON, July 9 -- Americans United for Separation of Church and State issued the following statement on July 8, 2025:

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AU denounces IRS plan to exempt houses of worship from the Johnson Amendment

Americans United for Separation of Church and State's President and CEO Rachel Laser issued the following statement in response to the Internal Revenue Service's reinterpretation of law to exempt houses of worship and religious organizations from the Johnson Amendment, a federal law that prevents 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations from endorsing or opposing partisan political candidates for ... Show Full Article