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Assemblyman Rabbi Avi Schnall represents the 30th legislative district in the New Jersey General Assembly. He also is director of federal education affairs at the Agudah and Co-hosts the Oorahthon broadcast every year. You may have seen him in videos about tuition cuts, speaking in Trenton, or gotten his Whatsapps.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avischnall-----To sponsor an episode: JewsShmoozeMarketing@gmail.comListen on the phone!! UK: 44-333-366-0589 IL: 972-79-579-5005 USA: 712-432-2903Check out the Jews Shmooze T-shirts and mug: https://rb.gy/qp543

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: 5:00pm- On Wednesday, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a confirmation hearing for former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi who has been nominated to serve as U.S. Attorney General in the incoming Trump Administration. In her opening statement, Bondi pledged to “make America safe again.” 5:15pm- Senator Dave McCormick—United States Senator from Pennsylvania—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the Senate confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet nominees and the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. 5:35pm- Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia—Serving as a Member of the New Jersey General Assembly for the 24th Legislative District—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to react to Governor Phil Murphy's State of the State Address where he notably proposed to ban cell phones in schools. 5:40pm- On Tuesday, the House of Representatives passed The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act—which, if eventually passed by the Senate and signed into law, would only allow for biological females to compete in women and girls sports. In response to the bill, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez (D-NY) hilariously had a meltdown on the floor of the House.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (01/15/2025): 3:05pm- During a press briefing on Wednesday, President Joe Biden announced that Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire agreement which will take effect on Sunday. Under the agreement's terms, which still needs to be confirmed by the Israeli cabinet, Hamas will release 33 hostages—though, 100 are being held in Gaza currently. Biden told members of the press that his administration worked alongside the incoming Trump administration in order to get the deal done. 3:15pm- On Wednesday, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee held a hearing to consider Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) for Secretary of State in the incoming Trump Administration. Rubio, who has served in the Senate since 2011, joked “it's a bit surreal to be on this side of the room.” 3:20pm- On Tuesday, Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee. At one point, Hegseth outlined his plan to eradicate “woke” ideology from the U.S. military—vowing to prioritize combat preparation and competency. Rich notes that President-elect Donald Trump has a unique opportunity to combat the out-of-control growth of the federal government—but his job will be made easier if he has his preferred cabinet. 3:30pm- Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey presented Donald Trump with a special “Commemorative Inaugural Diet Coke” bottle. Matt tells Rich that he HAS to get one of these bottles of Coke! 3:40pm- Politico is already predicting Marco Rubio, who is expected to be confirmed by the Senate, won't last long as Secretary of State because he doesn't mesh well with the “MAGA-agenda.” 4:05pm- On Wednesday, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee held a hearing to consider Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) for Secretary of State in the incoming Trump Administration. During one notable moment, Rubio insisted that the United States needs to stop appeasing authoritarian China or there will be dire consequences. 4:15pm- Dr. Victoria Coates—Former Deputy National Security Advisor & the Vice President of the Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation—joins The Rich Zeoli Show and reacts to the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. Dr. Coates is author of the book: “The Battle for the Jewish State: How Israel—and America—Can Win” which features a forward from Senator Ted Cruz. You can find the book here: https://a.co/d/iTMA4Vb. 4:30pm- Bob Livingston—Former United States Congressman & Founding Partner of The Livingston Group—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his latest editorial for The Wall Street Journal, “A Letter to Merrick Garland.” Livingston writes: “Dear Mr. Attorney General, Your time in office won't run out a moment too soon. You will be remembered as a tool in the Democratic Party's strategy of misusing the Justice Department to visit injustice on innocent people with differing political views. I am a victim of your dysfunctional leadership, but unlike many of your targets, I have survived unscathed.” You can read the full editorial here: https://www.wsj.com/opinion/a-letter-to-merrick-garland-justice-department-investigation-unjust-lawfare-5ba52b42?mod=opinion_lead_pos5. 5:00pm- On Wednesday, the Senate Judiciary Committee held a confirmation hearing for former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi who has been nominated to serve as U.S. Attorney General in the incoming Trump Administration. In her opening statement, Bondi pledged to “make America safe again.” 5:15pm- Senator Dave McCormick—United States Senator from Pennsylvania—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the Senate confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet nominees and the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. 5:35pm- Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia—Serving as a Member of the New Jersey General Assembly for the 24th Legislative District—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to react to Governor Phil Murphy's State of the State Address where he notably proposed to ban ...

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: 5:05pm- On Monday, a New York jury found Daniel Penny not guilty in the death of Jordan Neely. Neely had threatened to kill passengers while riding the New York subway when Penny stepped in and restrained him via a chokehold. Neely died shortly after. While many legal experts believe it was bizarre Penny was even charged with a crime in the first place, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio Cortez condemned the jury's decision and said Penny belongs in prison. Meanwhile, following the verdict, Black Lives Matter activist and founder Hawk Newsome shamelessly called for vigilante justice for the death of Neely. Rich notes that Neely's death is unfortunate—though, that does not mean Penny is racist or guilty of a crime. 5:25pm- What are the mysterious flying objects being investigated in New Jersey? Rich recalls Chinese spy balloons being allowed to float across American airspace for a week before ultimately being shot down. Could these objects be Chinese drones attempting to collect information from nearby military bases? During a House hearing on Tuesday, FBI Senior Official Robert Wheeler said “we just don't know” what the flying objects are or whether there is cause for concern. 5:35pm- Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia—Serving as a Member of the New Jersey General Assembly for the 24th Legislative District—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the mysterious drones flying over North and Central New Jersey. She explains: “it defies all logic that more information isn't available to us.” 5:50pm- On Sunday, president-elect Donald Trump participated in a long-form interview with NBC's Meet the Press. During the conversation, Trump told host Kristen Welker that the United States should not be subsidizing Mexico or Canada—joking that Canada should become the 51st state. 5:55pm- After discovering King Richard III's body buried under a parking lot, vocal profilers were able to recreate how they believe his voice would have sounded in the 15th century.

In this week's episode of Back in Session, the Ryans recap election results across the country, namely Kentucky, Virginia, Mississippi, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. They then bring on special guest Micah Rasmussen, Director at the Rebovich Institute for New Jersey Politics at Rider University, to discuss the New Jersey 2023 election results, looking at what factors led to Democrats having a better night than many anticipated, and what it could mean for 2025 and beyond. Outside of election results, they also dabble into the infamous New Jersey debate over Pork Roll vs. Taylor Ham and a new haunted story that should have been included in our last Haunted State Capitols episode. Micah's bio is included below and you can learn more about him here.Micah Rasmussen is the director of the Rebovich Institute for New Jersey Politics. He has contributed to the public affairs of the state for more than two decades, and has more than 15 years of experience as an adjunct professor of political science.As Governor James E. McGreevey's press secretary, he handled crisis communications during the Governor's historic resignation. He has served as communications director for the New Jersey Department of Transportation, worked in the New Jersey General Assembly, and managed several political campaigns.Most recently, Rasmussen served as vice president for executive communications at Chubb, where he wrote speeches for audiences throughout the world. He previously served as director of corporate communications for New Jersey Resources and its primary subsidiary, New Jersey Natural Gas. He led the crisis communications that kept affected customers, public officials and the media informed throughout widespread system damages in the wake of Superstorm Sandy.During his undergraduate studies at Rider, Dr. Rebovich was his professor and mentor. He earned his Master of Arts in Political Science from the Eagleton Institute of Politics at Rutgers University.Rasmussen runs the New Jersey Model Congress, a civics education program he founded. He lives with his wife and three daughters in Upper Freehold Township, where he advocates for the preservation of farmland and open space.

In today's episode of The Hero of the Hour Podcast, Mark chats with Senator Jon M. Bramnick (R), representing the 21st legislative district. He previously served in the New Jersey General Assembly, representing the 21st Legislative District, and served as the Assembly Republican Leader. He is also a certified civil trial attorney and partner at Bramnick, Rodriguez, Grabas, Arnold and Mangan, LLC, lauded by New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine as one of the top lawyers in New Jersey since 2006. He is also a comedian and has been called "The Funniest Lawyer in New Jersey."During the episode, they discuss Jon's definition of a hero, and some of the people he has considered heroes, such as his father, who offered so much wise counsel to Jon growing up. They also explore Jon's journey into the world of comedy, and how he became "The Funniest Lawyer in New Jersey."They talk about the need to be accessible as a figure in public office, answering people's calls and showing respect to those who reach out. Jon also discusses how difficult it is to remember all the things he's done, from charity auctions to comedy events, as he gets increasingly busy.Jon also shares his thoughts on where he would like to take his comedy journey, possibly a 45-minute Netflix special.Join Mark and Jon for this fascinating discussion!Enjoy!What You'll Learn in this Show:The secret to Jon's success: His independence.How Jon has cultivated leadership in an assembly with 80 members.Advice for people who want to hire a lawyer to represent them.And so much more...Resources:New Jersey Legislature"Why People Don't Like You" bookNortheast Private Client GroupMark B. Murphy LinkedinMark B. Murphy websiteNortheast Private Client Group Youtube ChannelBooks:Get Mark's Book Here: The Ultimate Investment: A Roadmap To Grow Your Business and Build Multigenerational WealthThe Ultimate Investment: A Roadmap to Grow Your Business and Build Multigenerational Wealth: Murphy, Mark B.: 9781955884259: Amazon.com: BooksExtraordinary Wealth: The Guide To Financial Freedom & An Amazing LifeThis podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian, and opinions stated are their own....

Charron Monaye is the thought-provoking writer, playwright, and creator of The Adventures of Michelle children's book series. For her collective works, Monaye received numerous honors, including being appointed as “Fellow of the Most Excellent Order of International Experts (FOIE)” in the United Nations and the recipient of an Assembly Resolution from the New Jersey General Assembly, Citation from the 31st New Jersey Senate, and a Library of Congress poetry winner. Since 1992, Monaye has contributed to the arts, entertainment, music, and media industries by putting thoughts to paper.  Monaye has authored over twenty-five books in six different genres, served as a staff writer for CNN iReport and The Philadelphia Association of Paralegals, contributed to twenty book compilations, and created and produced five theatrical productions and one short film. Her stage play, Get Out of Your Own Way, is her most successful play to date, with premieres and sold-out audiences in Hollywood, CA, and Times Square, NY.  Since 2019, she has shared her gift of exceptional writing with various individuals, organizations, and celebrities by partnering to serve as their ghostwriter. In addition to her success with writing, Monaye is the founder of Pen Legacy Publishing. This groundbreaking literary company provides a platform to elevate the voices of aspiring writers through book publishing and scriptwriting.  From its inception in 2015, Pen Legacy has published over one hundred books, with some becoming Amazon Bestsellers and others generating corporate deals for authors.  https://www.geauxqueen.com https://www.instagram.com/theqchat_podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/iam_geauxqueen/ This Podcast is Sponsored by Queen's Arrogance LLC (c) This Podcast is Sponsored by FlexPro Virtual www.flexprovirtual.com #podcastsforblackwomen #blackwomenpodcasters #purpose #womenempowerment --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-q-chat/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-q-chat/support

Guests: John Wisniewski, Former Member of the New Jersey General Assembly, On to discuss the Biden administration's student loan debt forgiveness. David Rauch, Founder and CEO of ProTec Building Services, On to discuss the nationwide spike in rent. And ...  Your thoughts on the latest in the news See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Farai speaks to Carmen Yulín Cruz Soto, former mayor of San Juan, Puerto Rico about what it took to guide her people through the aftermath of Hurricane Maria, as well as to create a compass for women leaders to understand their own power. In "Our Body Politic Presents..." A'shanti Gholar, host of the podcast “The Brown Girls Guide to Politics” interviews Dr. Sadaf F. Jaffer, the first Asian-American woman and first Muslim American woman sworn into the New Jersey General Assembly, about what it means for someone with her intersecting identities to have a voice in legislation. On our weekly segment, Sippin' the Political Tea, Farai talks with Georgetown University law professor and OBP legal contributor Tiffany Jeffers and University of Baltimore law professor and Op-Ed columnist for the Atlantic and Politico Kim Wehle about all things Supreme Court.

First off, ladies, do you find yourself sometimes struggling to find the right fit? That can certainly be frustrating. Second, guys even if we wanted to buy something special for the woman in our lives, let's be real, we wouldn't even know where to get started. Have no fear though because Christine Dutcher at Sitting Pretty Intimates in Livingston is here to help!Segment 1Christine discusses her background spending 30 years in the lingerie and intimate apparel business. Opening Sitting Pretty's doors in late 2021, Christine and her team offer intimate apparel, sleep wear, swimwear, and more! She is always looking for the best brands to offer to her clients. They also offer custom bra fittings to make sure whatever you choose will be the lift you need! Today in New Jersey History: On February 7, 1735 Aaron Hankinson was born in Matawan, New Jersey. He was a military officer in the Sussex County Militia and later served in the New Jersey General Assembly from 1782 to 1786 and then again from 1788 to 1792. Hankinson would pass away on October 9, 1806 in Stillwater Township, New Jersey.Segment 2We discuss the process of how Christine helps her clients make sure they're getting the best fit possible. Making sure they provide the highest customer service is imperative in this business since it is such an intimate experience and purchase. Coming into a specialty store is such a different experience than buying these items at a "big box" store.  We also don't leave out the men in this segment because Christine is passionate about making sure we can be educated and make the best purchase for our ladies!New Jersey Fun Fact: The first Miss America pageant was held on the boardwalk in Atlantic City in 1921.Segment 3When Sitting Pretty opened its doors, it was important to make sure they held events for both women and men to educate them on what they can offer. Also being a part of the community and helping support local businesses and running pop-up shops around Livingston has also been an important community initiative for Sitting Pretty! It's time to go in and get fitted!TasteBuddy: sittingprettyintimates.comAddress: 97 S. Livingston Ave, Suite C Livingston, NJInstagram: @sittingprettyintimatesThank you to our sponsors:Albert & Whitney CPAs awcpasllc.comContact the show: greetingsfromthegardenstate@gmail.comWebsite: greetingsfromthegardenstate.comFollow us on Instagram: @greetingsfromthegardenstateMusic (used with permission): "Crazy" by Manny Cabo www.mannycabo.com Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GardenState)

Roy Freiman, Democratic Member of the New Jersey General Assembly, discusses his legislative proposal to offer tax breaks for subscriptions to local New Jersey newspapers.

NJ Assemblyman, Community Activist Jamel Holley joins us to share his truth. Jamel shares that there is no obstacle that you can't overcome if your are persistent and consistent. He shares his journey of being born to a fifteen year old mom and how the support of the village made him the man he is today. He goes on to share the importance of boots on the ground. Why it is vital to not only go into the community you wish to serve but to get input and feedback from the very people who are experiencing the obstacles within their very own communities. He also makes it know how important it is to have people who look like the people in the community to have a seat at the table. Jamel is more than white noise in the background he is a trailblazer and game changer in the community. His demonstrated leadership has allowed him to bridge many gaps and foster relationships on everything from preserving Roselle taxpayers’ dollars, to standing up for the creation of good government spending practices, to supporting youth recreation, and preserving open space. In 2002, Jamel earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from New Jersey City University, and holds a Master ofPublic Administration Degree from Kean University. In 2001, Holley was appointed by New Jersey’s Deputy Majority Leader to serve as Chief of Staff. That appointment earned him recognition as the youngest Chief of Staff in the State of New Jersey for any of the State’s 120 Legislators. On November 2, 2004, Holley won the General Election for Councilman At Large in the Borough of Roselle. He became the youngest Councilman in Union County at age 25. Holley was once again successful in his 2007 and 2010 election bid for Councilman At Large. In November 2011, Holley was elected Mayor and became the youngest Mayor ever elected in the Borough’s 117th year history. In January 2015, Holley was appointed to fill a seat in the New Jersey General Assembly representing the 20th Legislative District. This appointment made Holley the first African American to represent the district in the New Jersey Legislature. Holley later won the election bid for the full term in November 2017 and again in November 2019. Currently, Holley is the Director of Public Works for the Township of Irvington. Holley’s future plans include continuing his public service in order to serve others using his experience and knowledge of local, state and federal government. To stay in contact and Support Jamel you can follow him on social media FB Jamel C. Holley, Instagram/Twitter @jamelholley or jamelholley.com To stay in touch will Tray Kearney www.traykearney.com or follow on all social media @traykearney --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tray-kearney/support

On the third episode of Blast From the Past, Harrison Lavelle and Armin Thomas talk with Frank LoBiondo, who represented New Jersey's 2nd congressional district from 1995 to They discuss his early career as a Freeholder in Cumberland County and tenure in the New Jersey General Assembly, his favorite and least favorite committee assignments, and his experience working across party lines to secure disaster relief following superstorm Sandy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/elections-daily/support

Erik K. Simonsen is an American Republican Party politician and musician who has represented to the 1st Legislative District in the New Jersey General Assembly since January 14, 2020.

Dom Magnolo of Duane Morris Government Strategies joined us to talk about the legislative races in New Jersey. Dom gives insight on the 80 seats up in the New Jersey General Assembly. While there is no top of the ticket race, these contests could have a great impact on next legislative session.

Beth is an opera singer and retired Chief of Staff for the New Jersey General Assembly. She has masters degrees in music and theology. In this episode we discuss dogs, funerals, singing, music theory, vocal ranges, religions, God, and issues with separating church & state. Record Date: 9/27/19 -Links & Contact: Watch The Horse's Ass: www.amazon.com/dp/B07LCVXTJF www.snugglydragon.com www.facebook.com/thatsnugglydragon IG: @thatsnugglydragon Email: thatsnugglydragon@gmail.com Free audiobook of your choice: audibletrial.com/snuggle --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thatsnugglydragon/support

Carmelo G. Garcia most recently was the Acting Deputy Mayor/Director of Economic and Housing Development for the City of Newark. The mission of the Department of Economic and Housing Development is to create economic opportunity for Newark residents and enhance the vibrancy of the city. Previously, Carmelo served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Real Estate Officer of Newark Community Economic Development Corporation (Newark CEDC), which serves as the primary economic development agency for New Jersey’s largest city.  Garcia received his Master of Science in Information Systems and Management from Stevens Institute of Technology and his Bachelors of Arts in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Seton Hall University. He graduated from Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government with an executive degree in Public Policy & Community Development, a Certification in Leadership and Management from Cornell University, and a Certification in Human Resources and Public Administration from Rutgers University. Prior to joining Newark CEDC, Garcia served as Executive Director of the Hoboken Housing Authority where he developed hundreds of units of affordable housing in Hudson County and oversaw the management of more than 1,700 units, He also served, as the Director of Health, Human Services & Community development for the City of Hoboken. In addition to his work in various public, private, and non-profit organizations, Garcia has a long record of public service in his community and state being recognized by the who’s who of NJ. He served in the New Jersey General Assembly for the 33rd Legislative District in Hudson County and has also served as the President of the Hoboken Board of Education. Garcia is a committed advocate of citizen rights and takes a collaborative approach to ensure all stakeholders are represented in the growth the state is seeing today. Living by the mantra “We Can, We Will, Watch Us” he brings a goal-oriented and outcome-driven attitude to his work and thrives on building relationships with partners across the redevelopment industry to get it done.

Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause, discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.   Tonight, on our Encore Series we will be Shining a Spotlight on Capitol Hill & Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, who is currently serving her sophomore term in the United States Congress. Prior to her election as Representative for New Jersey’s 12th Congressional District, Watson Coleman served eight consecutive terms in the New Jersey General Assembly. She was selected by her colleagues as the Vice Ranking Member of the House Homeland Security Committee, where she is also Ranking Member on both the Subcommittee on Transportation and Protective Security.  A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who have been wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read full story: www.freetheirp6.org.  For more information, about A Just Cause and to Donate to the IRP6 legal defense fund, visit www.a-justcause.com. Follow us on Twitter: @AJCRadio, @A_JustCause, @FreeTheeIRP6,  @FreeeTheIRP6 and Like our Facebook Pages: https://www.facebook.com/AJustCauseCoast2Coast, https://www.facebook.com/AJustCauseCO, and https://www.facebook.com/FreetheIRP6 Thank you for your support!

First proposed in 1966 and named after Columbia University sociologists Richard Andrew Cloward and Frances Fox Piven, the Cloward-Piven Strategy seeks to hasten the fall of capitalism by overloading the government bureaucracy with a flood of impossible demands, thus pushing society into crisis and economic collapse.  In their 1966 article, Cloward and Piven charged that the ruling classes used welfare to weaken the poor; that by providing a social safety net, the rich doused the fires of rebellion. Poor people can advance only when "the rest of society is afraid of them," Cloward told The New York Times on September 27, 1970. Rather than placating the poor with government hand-outs, wrote Cloward and Piven, activists should work to sabotage and destroy the welfare system; the collapse of the welfare state would ignite a political and financial crisis that would rock the nation; poor people would rise in revolt; only then would "the rest of society" accept their demands.  READ MORE HERE  Joining us tonite is Joe Sinagra; former Republican candidate for District 18 of the New Jersey General Assembly in 2011 and 2009. Read more about Joe HERE Show host Doreen La Guardia    Cisco Acosta Show Sponsor   Studentsforabetterfuture.com

The Rise of Technology is a Double-Edged Sword for many African Americans Recent reports suggest that African Americans have the most to gain, and yet the most to lose, from advances in technology. The digital divide persists. Recent Pew research shows 86% of blacks reported being internet users, compared to 90% of all respondents. However, just 65% of Black survey respondents to the Pew study have access to broadband at home, compared to 73% of Internet users overall, and 78% of white users. African Americans are both disproportionately impacted by climate change, and underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) occupations. Paradoxically, the Koch brothers' lobbying efforts have tended to focus on increasing STEM skills among African Americans to prepare them to work in the fossil fuels industry. African American citizens have as much to gain as anyone else from law enforcement's proper implementation of technology. However, newer law enforcement technologies, such as facial recognition technologies, have proven to be less accurate in correctly identifying African Americans than they are at identifying others. A recent Global Policy Solutions report entitled Stick Shift: Autonomous Vehicles, Driving Jobs, and the Future of Work illustrates the ways in which African Americans, who are highly represented in driving occupations, will could be negatively affected by a poorly-regulated self-driving vehicles industry. How can local officials, particularly mayors, address these and other concerns? Stephanie Mash Sykes shares her insights. Bio Stephanie Mash Sykes (@StephMashSykes) is the Executive Director and General Counsel of the African American Mayors Association. Prior to joining AAMA, she served as the Director of Governmental Affairs for African Americans working with the Office of Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson. Stephanie has also worked as an executive compensation and employee benefits attorney in top law firms in New York City, NY and Palo Alto, CA. As an attorney, she also devoted many pro bono hours to advising non-profit organizations and small businesses. She has received the New York Legal Aid Society Pro Bono Publico Award for outstanding pro bono legal service. Prior to law school, Stephanie worked as a policy analyst at the New Jersey General Assembly where she focused on legislation related to municipal governance, consumer affairs, and economic development. Stephanie also assisted with the Black Caucus of the General Assembly. Stephanie received her J.D. from Duke University School of Law and her undergraduate degree from Princeton University . At Princeton, she majored in Politics and received certificates in African American Studies and Latin American Studies. Resources African American Mayors Association The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot Compton, CA Mayor Aja Brown Stockton, CA Mayor Michael Tubbs News Roundup Federal Judge reports sevenfold increase in warrantless searches Chief Judge Beryl A. Howell of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia released information last week showing a sevenfold increase in warrantless data searches by law enforcement. Judge Howell released the previously sealed information following a petition by BuzzFeed investigative journalist Jason Leopold. According to the data release, law enforcement requests for phone location and internet activity jumped from 55 in 2008, to 1,136 in 2016. Spencer Hsu has the story in the Washington Post. WH supports overturning net neutrality The White House has endorsed overturning the FCC's net neutrality rules. Deputy White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said Congress needs to weigh in with new legislation instead of having the FCC write the regulations. Sheriff's to implement iris scanners along U.S./Mexico Border Demos's George Joseph reports for The Intercept that every sheriff's department along the U.S./Mexico border will now be using iris detection scanners. That's right. Trump's campaign promise to build a border wall has stalled, but the "digital wall", of sorts, is moving forward. Apparently iris scanners can detect as many as 240 unique identifying characteristics, compared to just 40 to 60 for fingerprints. And, of course, what would new law enforcement technology be without the typical disproportionate impact on communities of color? Check out the Intercept for more. House approves self-driving car legislation By a voice vote last week, the House Commerce consumer protection committee approved self-driving car legislation. The bill would set the annual number of autonomous cars that automobile companies can manufacture to 100,000. The legislation would also preempt state laws pertaining to autonomous vehicle manufacturing. Harper Neidig has the story in the Hill. House passes bill to re-authorize the Department of Homeland Security The House last week passed a new bill to re-authorize the 15-year old Department of Homeland Security. The bill includes provisions for TSA and the US Coast Guard to issue reports on cyber risks to airlines and ports. You can find the story in Next.gov. Elon Musk claims provisional approval to build "hyperloop' Finally, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk tweeted last week that he had obtained verbal pre-approval from regulators to build a "hyperloop" that would link New York and Washington. Musk claims this hyperloop would send commuters speeding in pods through vacuum tubes allowing them to travel from midtown Manhattan to downtown Washington in just 29 minutes. The increased speed would be achieved by having the pods travel on magnetic cushions. Of course, the first obstacle would be getting the cost to build down from $1 billion per mile. Peter Henderson has the story in Reuters.  

Lamont Banks, Cliff Stewart, and Lisa Stewart of the Colorado exoneration firm A Just Cause discuss what happens when the wheels of justice trample unbridled over the rights of innocent Americans.   Although the American system of justice is the most-respected worldwide, it is still a system designed, and operated, by humans, which means it's not perfect. Lamont, Cliff, and Lisa will highlight ongoing struggles against "the system" and what happens when justice miscarries against our American citizens. Tonight, our Hosts will be Shining a Spotlight on Capitol Hill and Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, who is currently serving her sophomore term in the United States Congress. Prior to her election as Representative for New Jersey’s 12th Congressional District, Watson Coleman served eight consecutive terms in the New Jersey General Assembly. A Just Cause is currently campaigning for "FreeTheIRP6," who's wrongly imprisoned in Florence, CO for a crime they didn't commit. Read full story: www.freetheirp6.org.  For more information, about A Just Cause and to Donate to the IRP6 legal defense fund, visit www.a-justcause.com. Follow us on Twitter: @AJCRadio, @A_JustCause, @FreeTheeIRP6,  @FreeeTheIRP6 and Like our Facebook Pages: https://www.facebook.com/AJustCauseCoast2Coast, and https://www.facebook.com/AJustCauseCO, https://www.facebook.com/FreetheIRP6 Thank you for your support!