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William Nicholas Gomes: the Enemy`s Enemy

Asian governments are out of line with their obligations toward humanity and he won't stop writing about it.

(SALEM) - Blatantly false claims are published in Bangladesh over our human rights ambassador, a highly effective journalist / activist named William Nicholas Gomes.

William has been under constant attack by pro-government media and they are dastardly in their methodical attempt to discredit our writer. It is not going to work out for them however.

Tired of Wars and Spending: You`re About to Get More of Both

Tired of endless wars and endless spending on weapons systems; well vote the prostitutes out.

(JAMESTOWN, RI) - Your Congress is at work again bringing about the next war and spending more money on the military than the military wants.

Congress is inching its way to a war with Iran by passing resolutions written and put forth by the powerful pro-Israel lobby group, AIPAC.

13th Annual Bites for Rights to be held June 21st

BRO’s most delicious fundraiser of the year hopes to hit 100 spots across Oregon.

(PORTLAND, OR) - Restaurants, coffee shops, carts, bars and bakeries around the state will donate a generous percentage of their day’s proceeds to Basic Rights Oregon on June 21st.

“This is one of the most fun – and easy – fundraisers we have all year,” said Basic Rights Oregon’s development Director Juan Martinez.

Portland Area Property Management Company Cited for Violations of Federal Lead Rules

Lead from paint, dust, and soil can be dangerous if not managed properly.

(PORTLAND, OR) - American Property Management of Portland, Oregon will pay a penalty for alleged violations of the federal Lead Disclosure Rule, according to a settlement with the federal government.

The U.S. EPA Agency and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced the settlement today...

Groups call on Obama to Veto the Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act if Summary Judgment Survives House Vote

“...summary judgment means that no low paid federal worker will stand a chance.” - Steve Kohn, NWC

(WASHINGTON DC) - A national “Whistleblowers Conference is being held this week in the nation’s capital to protest the treatment of whistle-blowers and women in this administration.

S. 743 provides millions of federal workers with important safety protections, it strips other legal protections...

Will Purdue Pharma`s Deep Pockets Buy Leniency in Senate Investigation ?

Purdue Pharma has until June 8 to produce documents demanded by the Senate Finance Committee.

(MYRTLE BEACH, SC) - In the past few weeks, I have been writing articles about the maker of OxyContin, Purdue Pharma and their financial funding the American Pain Foundation.

ProPublica, known as Physicians for Responsible Opioid Prescribing (PROP) were hugely responsible for a Senate investigation of pharma's ties to pain foundations.

Share and Be Aware

While today’s truck drivers are highly trained, it’s important for other motorists, cyclists and pedestrians to be respectful of some of the challenges they face; most notably, visibility.

(PORTLAND, OR) - As more bicyclists hit the road in celebration of National Bike to Work Day on May 18, Oregon Trucking Associations (OTA) wants to encourage everyone to share and be aware not just today but every day.

Whether traveling on foot, on two, four or more wheels or by mass transit, it’s vital to understand your fellow travelers.

California Firm Recalls Turkey Burger Product Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergen

The product bears the establishment number “P-157” inside the USDA mark of inspection. -Includes statement from Foster Farms-

(WASHINGTON DC) - Foster Farms, a Turlock, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 15,040 pounds of a turkey burger product because of misbranding and an undeclared allergen.

The product contains a seasoning mix with hydrolyzed soy protein, a known allergen, not declared on the label.

PHILIPPINES: Anti-Dam Farmer Victim of Extra-Judicial Killing

Human Rights Ambassador William Nicholas Gomes contacts Philippine President over activist's murder.

(SALEM) - A political land activist was shot dead in the Philippines.

Margarito Cabal opposed the construction of a hydro-electric dam that threatens to leave 22 villages under water.

SOUTH KOREA: Condemn Samsung for Killing Workers

Human Rights Ambassador William Nicholas Gomes contacts Korean and Samsung officials after 55th worker dies from brain cancer.

(HONG KONG) - Most would agree that it is awfully hard to put a price on a human life. If you are a Korean working for Samsung, sadly, the price is not high enough.

Korean officials and the Samsung company are acting in complicity, coordinating their efforts to silence and ignore the growing evidence of a cancer cluster among electronics manufacturing workers at Samsung.