Congressman Luis Gutierrez (D-IL 4th) News Monitoring

‘Exceedingly deep convictions’: Inside Xavier Becerra’s quest for health care for immigrants

Welcome to Covid Court, where POLITICO’s Renu Rayasam issues rulings on how to get through the pandemic without losing your mind. Soon after Obama’s speech to Congress in September 2009, Becerra was one of a handful of lawmakers who had a heated meeting on …

Immigrants are rebuilding America

By Rebecca Shi Monday, Feb. 22, 2021 | 2 a.m. Undocumented immigrants are powerful examples of resilience built from years of plowing through setbacks and disappointments. Now they are steadily and quietly powering our economy back to life. Their …

Illinois Congressional Races: Multiple Chicago Area Democratic Incumbents Reelected

CHICAGO (CBS/AP) — Democrats Bobby Rush, Robin Kelly, Jesus “Chuy” Garcia, Mike Quigley, Danny Davis, Jan Schakowsky, Raja Krishnamoorthi, and Bill Foster have all won reelection to U.S. House. Garcia defeated Republican Jesus Solario with 81 percent …

Indocumentada desilusionada por tener que regresar al “santuario”  

La indocumentada mexicana Francisca Lino, que hace cinco días abandonó el santuario en Chicago donde se refugió durante tres años y medio para escapar de la deportación, está de regreso en la iglesia metodista Adalberto de Chicago. “Estoy muy desilusionada …

Northeastern Illinois University Expands JA Redress Collection with Newly Digitized Videos

Screenshot of Kay Uno Kaneko giving her testimony during the Commission on the Wartime Relocation and Internment of Civilians hearings held at Northeastern in 1981. CHICAGO — Northeastern Illinois University’s Ronald Williams Library has added newly …

CNN's Luis Gutierrez: Trump Must Be 'Eliminated'

Univision aired its special Hispanics in the Crosshairs in the immediate aftermath of the horrendous shooting at El Paso, Texas. Unfortunately, the network squandered valuable time and goodwill by lending its platform to one of the most incendiary voices …

Luis Gutierrez: Trump 'Is the Inciter-in-Chief of the Violence' in America

Monday on CNN’s “Newsroom,” CNN contributor former Rep. Luis Gutierrez (D-IL) criticized President Donald Trump’s comments on the weekend’s mass shootings in Texas and Ohio. Gutierrez said, “The Republican Party is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the NRA. …

The Spin: U.S. Rep. Lipinski at California festival during shooting | Lightfoot, Pritzker call out Trump’s ‘racism’ | ...

Former U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez, who had been out of the spotlight after leaving office in January and battling health problems, says he’s feeling good these days, living in Puerto Rico full time and, yes, being lobbied to become the next governor of the U …

How Puerto Rican voters could help turn the Senate blue

Earlier this month Deborah Gonzalez became the first Latina in Georgia to be elected district attorney and the first Puerto Rican woman in the U.S. elected to that position. Her election is also significant because she is the public face of a community …

Democratic House Incumbent Ousted By Progressive Challenger In Illinois Primary

Marie Newman campaigns in the Archer Heights neighborhood of Chicago. Charles Rex Arbogast/AP hide caption toggle caption Charles Rex Arbogast/AP Marie Newman campaigns in the Archer Heights neighborhood of Chicago. Charles Rex Arbogast/AP Rep. …

Marie Newman Beats Dan Lipinski, Democratic Incumbent, in Illinois House Primary

WASHINGTON — Representative Dan Lipinski, a conservative Democrat from Illinois whose opposition to abortion rights and the Affordable Care Act made him a pariah in his party, lost a hard-fought primary race on Tuesday night to his progressive challenger, …

Hispanic groups step up involvement in Senate runoff races in Georgia

EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – The next Senate can help more low-income Americans get health insurance and migrants secure legal status. Or it can continue being an obstacle for these things to happen, Latino leaders say. That’s why they’re rallying …

Georgia Senate Candidates Scramble to Ramp up Ads in Spanish to Reach Latino Voters

Republicans want Latinos in Georgia to know their opponents are socialists. Democratic Senate candidates wants Latino voters to know who they are and that only they will provide COVID financial relief. Both are up against the clock when it comes to …

Puerto Rico Becomes Flashpoint In Jon Ossoff’s Senate Race In Georgia

Former Rep. Luis Gutiérrez, a Chicago Democrat and prominent Puerto Rican voice in U.S. politics, withdrew his support for Jon Ossoff, the Democratic Senate candidate in Georgia, on Tuesday afternoon before changing course after speaking with Ossoff later …

POLITICO Playbook: Biden to campaign in Atlanta

DRIVING THE DAY VERY NOTABLE QUOTABLE: Rep. ALEXANDRIA OCASIO-CORTEZ (D-N.Y.) on President-elect JOE BIDEN’S CABINET to a few of us reporters Wednesday evening in the Capitol: “I think it’d be great to see a more cohesive vision across the entire Cabinet. …

Puerto Rico's referendum no substitute for a self-determination process

On Tuesday, a “yes or no” referendum will take place in Puerto Rico asking voters whether they wish to join the union as a state. Whatever the outcome, the referendum is by no means a process to resolve the island's commonwealth status, which many …

Ex-U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez released after spending week in hospital

Roughly a week after he was hospitalized in Chicago for “extreme high blood pressure,” former U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez is back home, where he’ll continue recuperating, his family says. His wife, Soraida Gutierrez, said in an emailed statement: “Luis has …

Illinois dad will think again about visiting his native Mexico after he was shot him three times

A Illinois man says he may never return to see his extended family in his native Mexico after a gang beat and shot him three times while he was there on a Christmas vacation.  José Luis Gutiérrez spoke out for the first time this week about his nightmarish …

Former Congressman Luis Gutierrez Released From Hospital

CHICAGO (CBS) — Former U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez has been released from the hospital, a week after he was admitted for high blood pressure, and his wife said he is expected to make a full recovery. Gutierrez, 65, was hospitalized on Feb. 6, after suffering …

USTRHT MOVEMENT SUPPORTS LEGISLATION CREATING A NATIONAL TRUTH, RACIAL HEALING AND TRANSFORMATION COMMISSION

Rep. Lee , Sen. Booker reintroduced legislation creating national TRHT Commission to jettison racism and build racial equity in communities across the country. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Members of the …

Clark County Commission to Vote on Resolution to Condemn Wildlife Killing Contests

On Tuesday, March 2, 2021, the Clark County Commission will vote on a resolution to condemn Wildlife Killing Contests in Nevada. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Tuesday, March 2, 2021, the Clark …

Governments and Corporations are Responsible for the Life and Death of Small Business

No More Excuses: Small Business Needs Support, Not Lockdowns and Unfair Restrictions TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How many small businesses throughout Canada have struggled and closed while many large …

As US Secretary of State Blinken Call for Action on Sri Lanka - He was Asked to Help Refer to Int’l Criminal Court -ICC

"A Civil Society Group from Sri Lanka have sent a letter to Secretary Blinken, urging him to help refer Sri Lanka to the International Criminal Court (ICC)" JAFFNA, SRI LANKA, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Secretary …

Oregon Bill to End Mink Farming, Compensate State’s Few Remaining Producers

Oregon state Sen. Floyd Prozanski introduced a bill this session to phase out mink farming in the state by the end of the year. SALEM, OREGON, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SALEM, Ore.— Oregon state Sen. Floyd Prozanski …

FLORIDA WETLAND MITIGATION POLICY CHANGES

Two major Florida Mitigation Policy Changes for the Wetland Mitigation Banking Industry WINTER SPRINGS, FL, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two major Mitigation Policy Changes occurred in 2020 for the Wetland Mitigation …

Opioid overdoses continued to soar in 2020 demanding more attention from all citizens to help save lives

The Foundation for a Drug-Free World, with other drug education organizations, is calling on the community to reach out and help fight rising drug fatalities WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …

Anacomp and Exonar Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Intelligent Data Discovery Services in U.S.

CHANTILLY, VA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Anacomp, Inc. (OTCBB: ANMP), a leading provider of technology-based records and data governance solutions and Exonar Limited announced a formal partnership agreement to deliver …

Iran: MEK supporters, Resistance Units write graffiti and post banners

"The clerical regime can and must be overthrown." PARIS, FRANCE, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During the week of February 14 to 22, 2021, supporters of the Mujahedin-e Khalq (MEK/PMOI) and Resistance Units wrote slogans …

General strike in Saravan, clashes between the people, Revolutionary Guards continue; IRGC base captured

More than 40 protesters killed, over 100 wounded; death toll on the rise PARIS, FRANCE, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following clashes between the Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) and the people of Saravan in recent days, which left at …

New Trending Social Networking Site (YoReSpot)

BAYARD, IOWA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hello my name is Brandon and I am the founder and creator of the Social Media site “YoReSpot” What is YoReSpot? YoReSpot is freedom! It is an option to social media …

Authorities fear COVID-19 is making opioid abuse worse

WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The opioid abuse epidemic in the United States was already urgent when the COVID-19 pandemic began, but health authorities fear the virus has made the opioid …

New Book Deep State Agenda Provides A Devastating Exposé Of Current Events Unfolding

When you finish reading this book, the pieces of the puzzle will fall into place and you will see the bitter truth of a pre-planned false flags. AUSTIN, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Deep State Agenda provides a …

JOE LISUZZO SEEN AS FAVORITE IN DISTRICT 30 CA STATE SENATE RACE

Many District 30 Residents Opting for New Leadership Rather than Keeping with the Status Quo LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA Long time business owner and political newcomer, Joe …

Intentional Talk Radio Virtual Town Hall Discusses the State of African American Community in the era of Biden - Harris

The live virtual Town Hall features prominent speakers who will talk about creating sustainable changes for the African American community on February 27, 2021. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

THE DAILY LEADER: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2021

“One Minutes” (15 per side) Complete Consideration of H.R. 5 – Equality Act (Rep. Cicilline – Judiciary)  The Rule provides for 90 minutes of debate equally divided and controlled by the Chair and Ranking Member of the Committee on Judiciary. Begin …

Mental Health Watchdog Hosts Baker Act Continuing Education Course in Campaign to Protect Citizens from Abuse

The virtual course identifies the basic human rights impacted by the Baker Act, areas of abuse and the unintended consequences. CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Almost 25 years ago the Florida Supreme …

Rare Disease Diversity Coalition Formed To End Racial Disparities in Rare Disease Diagnosis, Research and Treatment

White House COVID Health Equity Task Force Chair Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, Alonzo Mourning and Rep. G. K. Butterfield Join on February 23rd for RDDC Launch WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the Black …

Greenlining Releases New Report Examining Biased Algorithms that Invisibly Limit Opportunities for Marginalized Groups

Human-designed algorithms and artificial intelligence can create redlines and roadblocks to getting a job, receiving healthcare, and investing in neighborhoods OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA, USA, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, The …

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