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Occupation End Notes: Global Rallies as Commemoration of Nakba Nears

In the coming week, the marches and demonstrations will attest to the Palestinian determination to struggle for freedom from occupation.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Sunday marks 63 years of Palestinian dispossession since "Al-Nakba" or "the catastrophe."

Right now, in a movement organized with active participation of youth, Palestinians are seizing the occasion to organize homeward marches.

What Is Wrong With the CDC?

Bush politicized science agencies in the US, undermining science there.

(LONDON) - There are US attorneys in Atlanta who are already looking into a CDC connection to the autism/vaccine researcher who has been indicted for fraud

The US has pandemic laws on the books and a new food safety law which both threaten the country with martial law (and threaten our normal animals with being - in Pat Roberts' word - "terminated") based on CDC data and on the CDC declaring outbreaks.

ACLU Calls On Holder To Make Clear DOJ Will Not Prosecute People Complying With State Medical Marijuana Laws

A reminder to the White House that integrity is mandatory.

(NEW YORK) - In a letter sent late yesterday, the ACLU expresses deep concern about recent letters from several U.S. attorneys from across the country that threaten people who comply with state medical marijuana laws, including state employees and state licensed providers of medical marijuana, with federal prosecution.

"Patients, providers and legislatures need clear guidance from DOJ so they can proceed in confidence that state law will be respected."

Delaware Passes Medical Marijuana Law

Gov. Markell Makes Delaware 16th State to Allow Medical Use of Marijuana.

(DOVER, Delaware) - Today, Gov. Jack Markell signed SB 17 into law, making it legal for Delaware residents with certain serious medical conditions to use medical marijuana with a doctor’s recommendation. The bill had bipartisan sponsors and support in the legislature.

This makes Delaware the 16th state, along with the District of Columbia, to pass an effective medical marijuana law.

The Birth of Israel and Pain of Palestine

Recalling the tragedy of the Nakba in 1948.

(CLERMONT, Fla.) - The wailing of families throughout Majd Al Krum could be heard for miles that cold night in October 1948.

In single file, under the cover of darkness, Khaled, his sister, two cousins and hundreds of neighbors guided by only the light of a crescent moon trekked through the Galilee to Lebanon fearing for their lives, for the Israeli army had surrounded their village.

Battle Hymn of America`s Zionists

We are disgusted by the outpouring of funds for war that could and should be used for so many other things.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Sing-along-karaoke-satire; it is a lighthearted way of examining very serious subjects that haunt Americans of conscience increasingly.

It is a paradox, living in a nation that crushes and destroys human life for the sake of business interests, yet considers itself the finest and very above the fray.

Contributions Connected to the Five Oil Companies Testifying Before the Senate Finance Committee

Includes total contributions from Big Oil companies and employees to current legislators.

(BERKELEY, Calif.) - The Senate Finance Committee held a hearing on Thursday titled "Oil and Gas Tax Incentives and Rising Energy Prices."

The Democratic-controlled Senate invited executives from BP, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, Exxon, and Shell to testify on the rise in gas prices. Combined, the five companies and their employees have contributed $6.3 million to current lawmakers since 2001.

Portland Police Arrest Two Subjects for the Murder of Shiloh Hampton

Detectives are asking anyone with information about this case to call.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - On Thursday May 12, 2011 Portland Police Bureau Homicide Detectives arrested two suspects and served several search warrants in connection with the homicide of Shiloh Hampton.

20-year-old Jimmie Ray Sanders-Garcia was arrested for Murder, Attempted Murder and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. 21-year-old Edward Mohr was also arrested for Murder, Attempted Murder and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.

Colorado Court Dismisses Charges Against Medical Marijuana Doctor

Random targeting of medical doctors seems to be backfiring in the justice system.

(DENVER) - Dr. Toribio Robert Mestas had been randomly targeted for prosecution by the South Metro Drug Task Force because he gave recommendations for medical marijuana.

Industrial Hemp in America Lecture Features Kentucky Gubernatorial Candidate Gatewood Galbraith

The Portland, Oregon fundraising event is FREE to attend, and refreshments will be provided.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Portland will be host to a special event this Saturday, a panel discussion on the topic of industrial hemp in America featuring Gatewood Galbraith, Paul Stanford; and Casper Leitch.

Whether you support the Democratic party, the Grand Ole Party,or the Teapot Party or any other party, the opportunity to participate in this discussion is well worth your time, and that of your friends for that matter.