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How to secure our schools  After the horrific shooting at a Parkland, Florida, high school last month, President Donald J. Trump met with students, teachers, lawmakers, and local officials to hear every idea they had about how to keep violence out of America’s schools. Every child in our Nation has a right to feel safe. To achieve that goal, the President will announce a series of actions to protect our children and their communities: Hardening our schools: The Administration will make sure our schools are safe and secure—just like our airports, stadiums, and government buildings—with better training and preparedness. Strengthening background checks and prevention: President Trump is supporting legislation and reforms to strengthen the background checks system and law enforcement operations. Reforming mental health programs: The President is proposing an expansion and reform of mental health programs, including those that help identify and treat individuals who may be a threat to themselves or others. Keeping the conversation going: In addition to these immediate actions, President Trump is establishing a Federal Commission on School Safety, chaired by Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos, to recommend policy and funding proposals for school violence prevention. Watch First Lady Melania Trump meeting with Parkland student Kyle Kashuv. California’s resistance  This week, the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against the State of California to save lives and keep dangerous criminals off our streets. For far too long, California has obstructed Federal law and put the interests of criminals who are in United States illegally ahead of the well-being of American citizens. Below is just one example of a dangerous criminal that California set free—despite the lawful request of U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to hold him until Federal authorities could arrive: On Aug. 2, 2017, the Santa Rosa Police Department arrested a citizen of Guatemala on charges of inflicting corporal injury to a spouse/cohabitant. That same day, ICE lodged a “detainer,” which includes a request to the local jail to notify ICE before the inmate is released. The next day, the Sonoma County Jail provided ICE with only 24 minutes notice before it released the suspect—despite the fact that the jail is about 65 miles from the nearest ICE field office. On Aug. 18, 2017, the Santa Rosa Police Department arrested the same individual as a suspect in the murder of his alleged girlfriend. See more stories of the life-and-death consequences of California’s resistance to Federal law. The best jobs news in 2 decades  The opening months of 2018 has marked the strongest average monthly job growth in more than two decades, the Council of Economic Advisers wrote last week following the release of February employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Nonfarm payroll employment rose by 313,000 last month, and average hourly earnings increased 2.6 percent since the same period last year. Since January 2017, 2.5 million jobs have been added to the economy. “I mean, the only sector of the economy that got smaller in February was the Federal government,” Vice President Mike Pence joked in Cleveland, Ohio, on Friday. Learn more about the best news on jobs in more than 2 decades. PHOTO OF THE DAY First Lady Melania Trump and Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School student Kyle Kashuv | March 8, 2018 (Official White House Photo by Andrea Hanks) POTUS TODAY Today, President Trump will host the 2017 World Series Champion Houston Astros. The President will then have lunch with Secretary of Energy Rick Perry. ---------------------------------- Thank you for your patience while we work toward the development of new Job Alerts. We have developed a temporary solution that will allow you to pull up current job opportunities for the area(s) that you have subscribed. Clicking on the link below will take you to the current postings for GSA that are Open to the Public (All U.S. Citizens). GSA All Public Vacancies Thank you for your patience while we work toward the development of new Job Alerts. We have developed a temporary solution that will allow you to pull up current job opportunities for the area(s) that you have subscribed. Clicking on the link below will take you to the current postings for GSA open to Federal Employees and Special Appointment Eligibles. Defendants Settle FTC Charges in ‘Money Now Funding’ Credit Card Laundering Scheme Michael Abdelmesseh and KMA Merchant Services LLC have agreed to settle a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit for laundering credit card charges for Money Now Funding (MNF), a business opportunity scheme that falsely promised consumers they would make thousands of dollars helping small businesses get loans. In 2015, the MNF defendants were banned from selling business or work-at-home opportunities under court orders obtained by the FTC. In 2017, the FTC charged Abdelmesseh and KMA with helping MNF access credit card networks via fraudulent applications in the names of more than 40 fictitious MNF companies, in violation of the FTC Act and the FTC’s Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR). Under the settlement order, Abdelmesseh and KMA are banned from payment processing or acting as an Independent Sales Organization or sales agent, and they are prohibited from engaging in credit card laundering. The order imposes a judgment of more than $1.3 million that will be suspended due to the settling defendants’ inability to pay. The full judgment will become due immediately if they are found to have misrepresented their financial condition. In addition to the settlement order announced today, the FTC also announces that it is seeking to amend its 2017 complaint to add one count of assisting and facilitating violations of the TSR. Litigation continues against the remaining defendants. The Commission vote approving the proposed amended complaint and stipulated final order against Abdelmesseh and KMA Merchant Services LLC was 2-0. The FTC filed the proposed amended complaint and order in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona. NOTE: Stipulated final orders or injunctions have the force of law when approved and signed by the District Court judge.FTC Sending Refund Checks Totaling More Than $7.2 Million to Consumers Who Bought Deceptively Marketed “Buy-One-Get-One-Free” Products Company often billed consumers without their consent The Federal Trade Commission is mailing 218,254 refund checks totaling more than $7.2 million to people who bought products deceptively marketed as “buy-one-get-one-free,” including Snuggies, the Magic Mesh Door, and other “as-seen-on-TV” type products. Consumers who bought products marketed by Allstar Marketing Group, LLC will receive checks averaging $33.14. In March 2015, the FTC alleged that since at least 1999, Allstar used direct marketing TV commercials to sell its products, many of which are familiar to consumers. While the products varied, Allstar’s pitch often was the same—a “buy-one-get-one-free” offer that did not disclose all the costs. Because the ordering process was confusing, some customers also were charged for more products than they wanted. The court order settling the FTC’s charges barred Allstar from engaging in the allegedly illegal conduct and imposed a monetary judgment of $7.5 million to provide refunds to injured consumers. The New York Office of Attorney General, which filed a parallel action against Allstar, has assisted with the refund planning process. Analytics, the refund administrator for this matter, will begin mailing refund checks today. Consumers should receive their refund checks this month, and they must be cashed within 60 days or they will become void. The FTC never requires consumers to pay money or provide information to cash refund checks. Consumers who have questions should call 1-877-982-1294. FTC law enforcement actions led to more than $6.4 billion in refunds for consumers in a one-year period between July 2016 and June 2017. To learn more about the FTC’s refund program, including its Annual Report, visit www.ftc.gov/refunds   MedWatch - The FDA Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program Kratom-containing Powder Products by PDX Aromatics: Recall - Potential for Contamination with Salmonella AUDIENCE: Consumer ISSUE: PDX Aromatics of Portland, Oregon DBA Kraken Kratom, Phytoextractum, and Soul Speciosa, has initiated a recall of certain kratom-containing powder products because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. See the press release for affected products, lot codes, and photos. BACKGROUND: PDX Aromatics identified a supplier in their supply chain as the source of Salmonella. The company has removed that supplier and all associated products from its facility. RECOMMENDATION: Consumers who may be in possession of potentially contaminated products are advised not to consume products labeled with the affected product descriptions and lot codes. All products associated with this recall should be returned to PDX Aromatics. Healthcare professionals and patients are encouraged to report adverse events or side effects related to the use of these products to the FDA's MedWatch Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program: Complete and submit the report Online: www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report Download form or call 1-800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178 Read the MedWatch Safety Alert, including a link to the press release, at: https://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/SafetyInformation/SafetyAlertsforHumanMedicalProducts/ucm600613.htm PDX Aromatics Recalls Kratom Powder Because Of Possible Health Ri PDX Aromatics of Portland, Oregon DBA Kraken Kratom, Phytoextractum, and Soul Speciosa, has initiated a recall of certain kratom-containing powder products because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis. The affected powder products are packaged in plastic heat sealed pouches and sold in 28 grams, 56 grams, and 112 grams. The products total an estimated 10,000 units and were sold directly to consumers via company websites between January 18, 2018 and February 18, 2018.

CANADA news

Statement by the Prime Minister on Canada’s steel and aluminum workers and businesses

March 12, 2018
Ottawa, Ontario

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Canada’s steel and aluminum workers and businesses:

“This week, I will travel across Canada to meet with the workers and businesses at the heart of our country’s world-class steel and aluminum industries.

“From Northern Quebec to the St. Lawrence Valley and the Great Lakes, to the ports of the east and west coasts and urban centres across the country, Canada’s steel and aluminum industries provide thousands of Canadians with good, middle class jobs and play an important role in our economy. Canada produces some of the cleanest steel and aluminum in the world thanks to our focus on new technology and cleaner sources of energy.

“We know the tremendous effort that steel and aluminum workers put in every day to provide for their families, support their communities, and build businesses that are competitive in the global market. We also know they face real challenges, including concerns around global overcapacity and our integrated North American market.

“I look forward to hearing directly from workers about how we can work together to address these issues and help our steel and aluminum industries grow and succeed.

“We will always stand up for Canadian steel and aluminum workers. This is about defending our country’s primary interests and values, so that our industries and businesses can continue to drive economic growth, and create the good, middle class jobs that we need for our future prosperity.”From the Prime Minister's Web Site (http://pm.gc.ca/)

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Statement by the Prime Minister on Commonwealth Day

March 12, 2018
Ottawa, Ontario

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Commonwealth Day:

“Today, on Commonwealth Day, we join the citizens of the Commonwealth of Nations to celebrate our shared values and the strong bonds of cooperation and friendship that unite us.

“This year’s theme, Towards a Common Future, underscores our shared commitment to the ongoing goal of creating a better tomorrow for all.

“The Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 53 states that spans from Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean, to the Mediterranean and the Pacific. Headed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Commonwealth promotes the values of democracy, freedom, sustainable development, the rule of law, and human rights – especially those of women and girls. As a proud member, Canada will continue to promote and protect these values.

“On behalf of the Government of Canada, I invite all Canadians to take time today to learn more about the Commonwealth and its history.”

Itinerary for Tuesday, March 13, 2018

March 12, 2018
Ottawa, Ontario

Itinerary for the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, for Tuesday, March 13, 2018:

Hamilton, Ontario

9:30 a.m. The Prime Minister will participate in a brief tour and meet with workers of Stelco Hamilton Works.

Stelco Hamilton Works
386 Wilcox Street

Note to media:

• Pooled photo opportunity

11:45 a.m. The Prime Minister will participate in a roundtable with steel industry leaders.

Sheraton Hamilton Hotel
116 King Street West

Notes to media:

• Photo opportunity at the beginning of the roundtable
• Media are asked to arrive no later than 11:15 a.m.

2 p.m. The Prime Minister will participate in a brief tour of the ArcelorMittal Dofasco plant. A media availability will follow.

ArcelorMittal Dofasco
1330 Burlington Street East

Notes to media:

• Pooled photo opportunity of tour
• Open coverage of media availability
• Media are asked to arrive no later than 1 p.m.
• Media must register with Amy Gringhuis (amy.gringhuis@arcelormittal.com) by 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 13. Due to a security briefing and personal protective equipment inventory, any media that fails to register unfortunately will not be able to participate in the event.
• Attire: Long pants, long sleeve shirts, and closed toe footwear must be worn. Appropriate personal protective equipment will be provided.

Ναπολέων Λιναρδάτος:Κυβέρνηση εθνικής ταπείνωσης

Κυβέρνηση εθνικής ταπείνωσης

Ναπολέων Λιναρδάτος

Θυμάστε την επίσκεψη Ερντογάν στην Ελλάδα τον Δεκέμβριο, τότε που ήρθε και σε ελληνικό έδαφος αμφισβήτησε τη Συνθήκη της Λωζάννης και μετά πήγε στην Κομοτηνή για να εορτάσει την τουρκοποίηση της μουσουλμανικής μειονότητας; Για όποιον είχε μάτια να δει, ήταν η χειρότερη επίσκεψη ξένου πολιτικού τις τελευταίες δεκαετίες. 

Κι όμως, η «Αυγή» είχε προσπαθήσει να περάσει την επίσκεψη ως επιτυχία. «Νέα σελίδα στις ελληνοτουρκικές σχέσεις» ήταν ο σπουδαίος πρωτοσέλιδος τίτλος του ρεπορτάζ.
Ακολουθούσε σοβαρή απεικόνιση της πραγματικότητας, σημειώνοντας ότι υπάρχουν «αξιοσημείωτες “υποχωρήσεις” Ερντογάν έπειτα από τα αυστηρά μηνύματα Τσίπρα», προσθέτοντας:

«Η επίσκεψη του Τούρκου προέδρου στην Ελλάδα έχει ήδη αφήσει μία διπλή, σημαντική “κληρονομιά”: Αφενός, το πέρασμα από την εποχή της “μυστικής διπλωματίας” σε μια νέα διπλωματική σχολή, στην οποία οι δύο χώρες δεν κρύβουν τις διαφωνίες τους, αλλά τις συζητούν ανοιχτά - ακόμη και μπροστά στις κάμερες. Αφετέρου, στα “συν” της επίσκεψης Ερντογάν καταγράφονται συγκεκριμένες λεκτικές υποχωρήσεις του προέδρου της Τουρκίας, που, πίσω από τους πηχυαίους τίτλους περί της Συνθήκης της Λωζάννης, κρύβουν σοβαρές διαφοροποιήσεις της τουρκικής διπλωματίας και της εξωτερικής πολιτικής σε ό,τι αφορά τη μειονότητα, το Αιγαίο και άλλα θέματα που αποτελούν διαχρονικά “αγκάθια” μεταξύ των δύο χωρών».

Σε αυτό το σημείο καταλαβαίνεις γιατί δεν τους είναι αρκετό που είναι κυβέρνηση, αλλά θα ήθελαν να είναι αυτό που ονομάζουν «η εξουσία». Αν ήταν εξουσία, θα υπήρχε ένας Ουίνστον Σμιθ να πηγαίνει στα αρχεία και να κάνει τις απαραίτητες «διορθώσεις». Επίσης, έτσι εξηγείται και η λαχτάρα τους να νομιμοποιήσουν τον μπάφο -για να γράψεις ένα κείμενο σαν το παραπάνω πιθανόν να χρειάζεσαι μεγάλες ποσότητες.

Τελικά, το αποτέλεσμα της επίσκεψης Ερντογάν, στη διάρκεια της οποίας η Τουρκία έκανε «αξιοσημείωτες “υποχωρήσεις”» μετά «τα αυστηρά μηνύματα Τσίπρα», ήταν μια de facto κατοχή στα Iμια, μια απόπειρα βύθισης ελληνικού πλοίου και η απαγωγή και η αιχμαλωσία δύο Ελλήνων στρατιωτικών. Κι όλα αυτά πριν δούμε τι άλλο θα προκύψει ως «σημαντική κληρονομιά» της επίσκεψης Ερντογάν.

Διεθνώς η Ελλάδα, λόγω της υπάρχουσας κυβέρνησης, δέχεται τη μια ταπείνωση μετά την άλλη. Οι κυβερνώντες «την πατάνε» στο εξωτερικό γιατί απλούστατα ο τσαμπουκάς που ξέρουν εκεί δεν περνάει. Είχαν συνηθίσει τόσα χρόνια στη συνδικαλιστική και την επαναστατική «γυμναστική» με εσωτερικούς αντιπάλους που ακόμα πάσχουν από ενοχικά σύνδρομα και φοβίες. Με αυτούς τους αντιπάλους δεν έχεις παρά να δηλώσεις αριστερός και αρχίζουν την άτακτη υποχώρηση.

Στο εξωτερικό, όμως, αντίπαλοι και εχθροί δεν έχουν την ίδια κουλτούρα. Οι μπαχαλάκηδες στην κυβέρνηση, που έχουν συνηθίσει σε ένα εσωτερικό μέτωπο χωρίς αντιστάσεις, στο εξωτερικό τρώνε τα μούτρα τους. Το θέμα, βέβαια, είναι πως τον λογαριασμό της άγνοιάς τους τον πληρώνει η Ελλάδα.

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Aγαπητέ Π.

Δεν έχω τηλέφωνο. Η επικοινωνία στο e-mail είναι η πλέον ενδεδειγμένη και ενημερώνει και άλλους δημότες με τα ίδια προβλήματα:

Συνέταξε ένα υπόμνημα, με ΣΤΟΙΧΕΙΑ και ό,τι αποδείξεις έχεις. Μην φοβηθείς να συμπεριλάβεις ονόματα αλλά ΝΑ ΓΡΑΨΕΙΣ ΑΛΗΘΕΙΕΣ.
Ανάφερε τον ηθικό αυτουργό, τον λόγο που το κάνει και ό,τι άλλο έχεις υπ' όψιν σου.
Φρόντισε να είναι σύντομο, περιεκτικό και ΠΗΓΑΙΝΕ ΤΟ ΔΙΑ ΧΕΙΡΟΣ ο ίδιος στον Επίτροπο Ελεγκτικού Συνεδρίου που εδρεύει στο Μαρούσι.
Πάρε αριθμό πρωτοκόλλου οπωσδήποτε.

Κάνε κοινοποίηση στο Υπουργείο Εσωτερικών.

Να φροντίσεις να είναι ΕΠΙΚΑΙΡΟΠΟΙΗΜΕΝΟ και να επισυνάψεις τις επικαιροποιήσεις. Μην επεκταθείς σε λεπτομέρειες, δεν κουτσομπολεύεις, ΑΝΑΦΟΡΑ κάνεις.

Λίγα λόγια και  "ζουμερά".

Ανέφερε τα πάντα και ΒΕΒΑΙΩΣ τα ονόματα.

Να είσαι βέβαιος ότι θα βρείς το δίκιο σου,γιατί από προσωπική εμπειρία σου λέω πως ο Επίτροπος είναι άτεγκτος.

Στην χειρότερη περίπτωση, ΕΧΕΙΣ ΕΞΟΠΛΙΣΤΕΙ με στοιχεία που αποδεικνύουν οτι για λόγους που αναφέρονται στη προηγούμενη ανάρτηση το ένταλμά σου "περιφέρεται από υπηρεσία σε υπηρεσία προκειμένου.. να ακυρωθεί".

Κάνε το όσο ποιο γρήγορα μπορείς και ξαναγράψε μου.
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