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Sarah McBride just became the first transgender person elected to the United States Congress. A Democrat, she worked for the Human Rights Campaign before serving in the Delaware State Senate. McBride will be sworn in in January, but opponents of trans rights in Congress have already mobilized against her: Representative Nancy Mace of South Carolina introduced a bathroom bill that would require McBride to use the men's bathroom, and Speaker Mike Johnson made a statement denying trans identity altogether. McBride talks with David Remnick about the climate in Congress, how she's responding to attacks—and what she was actually hoping to accomplish in Congress.
In this episode of All Things Investigations, host Tom Fox talks with Benjamin Britz, partner at Hughes Hubbard, about the recent Delaware Court of Chancery decision regarding the NRA McDonald's case. Ben explains the court system in Delaware and the background facts of the case involving sexual misconduct and harassment allegations against McDonald's CEO and his Chief People Officer, David Fairhurst. The court's decision focuses on whether Fairhurst had an oversight duty as an officer, and Ben and Tom discuss the legal rationale for the duty of oversight and the duty of information and compliance information systems. Benjamin Britz is a partner at the law firm Hughes Hubbard and has extensive experience in internal investigations, securities litigation, and white-collar defense. He graduated from Columbia Law School in 2004 and went on to clerk for Judge Jim Carr in the Northern District of Ohio before joining Hughes Hubbard. He has remained with the firm ever since. You'll hear Tom and Ben discuss: The Delaware Court of Chancery is a specialized forum for disputes regarding the operations and governance of Delaware corporations, and it has very knowledgeable judges who are confirmed by the Delaware State Senate. The duty of oversight applies to corporate officers and is based on the same fiduciary duties as directors. The duty of oversight includes the duty of information and compliance information systems, as well as the duty of red flag, where officers need to take action if they become aware of misconduct. The court's decision in this case was based on the duty of red flag and a finding of bad faith due to inaction on the part of Fairhurst, who ignored red flags and was allegedly engaged in misconduct himself. The court's opinion was comprehensive, possibly to ensure a basis for upholding the decision on appeal, and the duty of oversight applies to the chief compliance officer as well. The court's decision in the case discussed does not extend beyond corporate officers. The decision does, however, elevate the role of the chief compliance officer to the level of the CEO or CFO in terms of the breadth of their duties. This decision serves as a reminder that courts take the position of the compliance officer very seriously, regardless of their formal designation within the company. While the case may not be appealed, it is important because it sketches out areas where basic tenets of corporate governance law are still undeveloped. The court's breach of loyalty claim against Fairhurst for committing sexual harassment could open up a can of worms and expand the traditional duty of loyalty into areas where it hasn't been before. The duty of loyalty claim for engaging in affairs that are against the code of conduct or other policies and procedures could be a backdoor violation of honest services. KEY QUOTES "What's called a red flag duty, if you become aware of misconduct that you have to do something about it." - Ben Britz "If you are the CCO your duties are very broad, because this whole thing is basically your job. Because of that, it does very much put the compliance officer on the level with the CEO or the CFO..." - Ben Britz "The expectations from the board certainly are going to be that whoever holds that position is executing it to the absolute fullest." - Ben Britz Resources: Hughes Hubbard & Reed website Ben Britz on LinkedIn
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A series of letters and numbers have changed our lives: COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, Omicron, Delta, BA.4, BA.5. So no wonder we’re confused by the virus and all its variants. In this episode, our host Zoe Rothblatt leads our class in sorting through the confusion and, together with Steven Newmark, bottom line why we need to understand it all. “How do you recognize your symptoms? I did a COVID test because I was so nervous. I'm like, "No; it's allergies." And it would really be helpful if I read up more so I could recognize those symptoms and not bring myself into a panic,” says Zoe, Patient Advocate and Community Outreach Manager at the Global Heathy Living Foundation. Among the highlights in this episode 1:12: Listener’s feedback 1:37: How do you know the difference between a COVID subvariant and variant 2:03: COVID-19 Patient Support Program quick poll results on Evusheld, a medication to prevent COVID before exposure in immunocompromised individuals 4:03: GHLF testified before the Delaware State Senate for a bill that would ban copay accumulator adjusters 4:44: Zoe describes running out of her copay assistance 5:20: Steven recalls how it took 4 people to use his copay card at his specialty pharmacy 6:00: FDA approves Rinvoq for people with ankylosing spondylitis 6:12: New mask mandates in California and Massachusetts 6:53: Class is in session: defining the differences in mutation, strain, variant, and subvariant 10:40: We had COVID, we got a variant, the building blocks have changed 10:56: If you get infected with a particular variant, you’re less likely to be reinfected with that variant in the future 11:17: Why does it matter that we know the differences? 13:01: When you get diagnosed, it feels good to know what it’s called, explains Zoe 14:58: Hopeful signs the virus and its variants are becoming weaker 15:40: Answering listeners’ questions: "I've had one or two doses of Evusheld, now what?” 16:45: Steve and Zoe take us through their safety precautions while out in public 19:47: What our hosts Steven and Zoe learned from this episode Contact Our Hosts Steven Newmark, Director of Policy at GHLF: snewmark@ghlf.org Zoe Rothblatt, Patient Advocate and Community Outreach Manager at GHLF: zrothblatt@ghlf.org We want to hear what you think. Send your comments, or a video or audio clip of yourself, to thehealthadvocates@ghlf.org Catch up on all our episodes on our website or on your favorite podcast channel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rick Jensen make the case that, as President Pro Tem of your Delaware State Senate, Dave Sokola could have taken serious steps to show Delaware that Democrats will not stand for credible allegations of domestic violence and abusive behavior towards women. Sokola has refused and now with yet another allegation against Senator Darius Brown, Sokola's lack of leadership has proven he is unworthy to be in the State Senate. Sokola will have you believe this is only a legal case. No. It is also an ethics case which Sokola has tried to evade. When Republicans faced a similar scandal, they made sure Delaware knew Republicans would not aid and abet such alleged behavior while being adjudicated. Sokola refuses to provide such ethical leadership for the Democrats. Listen to hear the details.
In 2020, Marie Pinkney unseated a multi-decade Democratic incumbent in a primary election for Delaware State Senate. She was able to convince voters to make a change during a pandemic, when traditional campaigning was challenging. How did she do it? And why take on what seems like such an uphill battle? In this You Should Run Podcast, Delaware State Senator Marie Pinkney talks about the many issues that motivated her to run for office, from her work in healthcare as a social worker to the negativity brought forth by Donald Trump to issues like gun violence. When she was sworn in, Marie brought new, progressive energy and gained many friends along the way. How is that working now? What does she consider to be a successful time in office? And, of course, why should YOU run for office too? Listen to this episode of the You Should Run Podcast to hear answers to these questions and more from Senator Pinkney, subscribe and share, and follow her on Twitter @Marie4Senate today.
SPEAKERS Sarah McBride Member-Elect, Delaware State Senate; National Press Secretary, Human Rights Campaign; Author, Tomorrow Will Be Different: Love, Loss, and the Fight for Trans Equality Michelle Meow Producer and Host, "The Michelle Meow Show," KBCW TV and Podcast; Member, The Commonwealth Club Board of Governors—Co-Host John Zipperer Producer and Host, Week to Week Political Roundtable; Vice President of Media & Editorial, The Commonwealth Club—Co-Host In response to the Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, this program took place and was recorded live via video conference, for an online audience only, and was live-streamed by The Commonwealth Club of California from San Francisco on December 111th, 2020.
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Ellevate Podcast: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of Business
On the second episode of our two-part conversation with Sarah McBride, the National Press Secretary for Human Rights Campaign, a trans rights advocate, and a candidate for Delaware State Senate we talk about being a transgender woman, her coming out story, and the significance of Pride. We also dive into what organizations can do to support LGBTQ+ community and create inclusive workplaces, Tony McDade and the lost lives of Black trans men and women, and the importance of civic engagement.
Ellevate Podcast: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of Business
On the second episode of our two-part conversation with Sarah McBride, the National Press Secretary for Human Rights Campaign, a trans rights advocate, and a candidate for Delaware State Senate we talk about being a transgender woman, her coming out story, and the significance of Pride. We also dive into what organizations can do to support LGBTQ+ community and create inclusive workplaces, Tony McDade and the lost lives of Black trans men and women, and the importance of civic engagement.
Ellevate Podcast: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of Business
On the first episode of our two-part conversation with Sarah McBride, the National Press Secretary for Human Rights Campaign, a trans rights advocate, and a candidate for Delaware State Senate we talk about being a transgender woman, her coming out story, and the significance of Pride. We also dive into what organizations can do to support LGBTQ+ community and create inclusive workplaces, Tony McDade and the lost lives of Black trans men and women, and the importance of civic engagement.
Ellevate Podcast: Conversations With Women Changing the Face of Business
On the first episode of our two-part conversation with Sarah McBride, the National Press Secretary for Human Rights Campaign, a trans rights advocate, and a candidate for Delaware State Senate we talk about being a transgender woman, her coming out story, and the significance of Pride. We also dive into what organizations can do to support LGBTQ+ community and create inclusive workplaces, Tony McDade and the lost lives of Black trans men and women, and the importance of civic engagement.
The Concert Crew welcome Delaware State Senate candidate Elizabeth "Tizzy" Lockman to the podcast. The fellas and Tizzy discuss her upbringing, background in community service, thoughts on the current conditions in Wilmington, education, voting, running for State Senate and much more. Also, the Concert Crew review new music from H.ER., Buddy, G Herbo, YG, Travis Scott and Nicki Minaj... #TizzyLockman #StateSenate #Senate #Delaware #Wilmington #LockmanForSenate #Election #Vote #PublicService #CommunityService #Neighborhood #Podcast #HER #Buddy #GHerbo #YG #TravisScott #NickiMinaj
Jordan Hines is the youngest candidate for state senate in Delaware for the 2018 election cycle. He is in the midst of a 3-way primary for the District 3 seat currently held by Robert Marshall, who was first elected 12 years before Jordan was born. In this episode, Jordan and I delve into his childhood in the foster care system, how the arts impacted him, what kind of resistance he has gotten from people about running, City Council’s discretionary fund, and more. 2:20 - How has the race been going for you so far? 2:38 - What are the constituents telling you? 3:15 - Do you feel intimidated by the enormity of what you are taking on? 3:55 - Have you had any conversations with Robert Marshall or Tizzy Lockman? 4:20 - Can you speak more about growing up in the foster care system? 6:00 - Have you had any contact with your birth parents? 7:00 - How did the arts impact you? 9:20 - What did you do at the Register of Wills office and City Council? 11:00 - What is your take on the City Council’s discretionary fund? 11:40 - What would you do to prevent spending excesses? 13:50 - What is your burning issue? 16:50 - Has the party tried to talk you out of running? 19:10 - Have any public officials been behind you 100%? 20:00 - Why do you think it is important for young people to get involved? 21:40 - What policy proposals do you have in regards to the heroin epidemic? 22:40 - What would you do to help unify the country? 25:30 - What would your message to be the country?
“Life is about how you respond to challenges.” - Elizabeth Lockman Delaware State Senate District 3 has a primary on its hands: long-time incumbent D-Robert Marshall is being challenged by Jordan Hines and Elizabeth Lockman. In this interview, Elizabeth Lockman reflects on how the beginning of her campaign has gone so far, some of the challenges she has overcome in her life, and what it is like being an unconventional political candidate. :40 - Can you talk about some of the emotions involved in campaigning? 4:40 - What has been the scariest part of your 6 week campaign? 7:20 - What kind of resistance have you faced from the Party? 9:45 - How would your teachers in middle and high school describe you? 12:20 - What’s the biggest challenge that you’ve overcome? 18:20 - Have we made any progress with education? 25:30 - What is the best advice someone has given you? 27:20 - What would you say to someone fighting the same fears you faced? 30:15 - What’s the best way for people to follow along?
Georgetown, DE native Brian Pettyjohn was elected to the Delaware State Senate on November 6, 2012. 38 days prior, he wasn’t even a candidate yet. After rumors of sex crimes surrounded the Republican candidate and likely winner Eric Bodenweiser, Brian began a campaign to win over not only the voters but also to even get his name on the ballot. Hear how he did both. 5:20 - Pettyjohn talks about his first race for Georgetown Town Council. 6:30 - Brian talks about why he decided to re-enter politics. 12:40 - Brian talks about his dealing with the Sussex County Democrats during the court ordeal getting him on the ballot. 14:40 - What was the most discouraging moment of any campaign of yours? 15:40 - Why would Eric Bodenweiser primary an incumbent with those charges looming? 16:30 - Did you consider listening to the criticism from the Republican leaders? 18:30 - What’s the biggest lesson lesson you’ve learned? 19:50 - Can you tell me about election night when you learned you won? 23:10 - What’s the best advice you ever received? 24:30 - What’s the biggest mistake you’ve made as a public official? 25:00 - What book had the biggest impact on you? 27:00 - What would you say to someone who might have been dissuaded from running for office? 28:10 - What’s the biggest personal challenge you’ve overcome? 29:20 - Can you reflect on your recent public relations incident? 35:00 - What can we do as a country to come together?
Listen to the best quotes and insights from Episodes 6-10. This includes Anthony Delcollo (Delaware’s youngest state senator), Colin Bonini (elected to the Delaware State Senate at age of 29 in 1994), Eric Brakey (Maine’s youngest state senator and current U.S. Senate candidate), Dan Feltes (New Hampshire’s youngest state senator), and Mike Ramone (lost 4 times before winning on the 5th attempt).