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How Did North Carolina's Representatives Vote Last Week?

...  to exchange information relating to cybersecurity with private firms and non-federal government entities. The vote, on Thursday … Read more on Greensboro News & Record Lease Purchase Failed Before—Can It Work Now? On the other hand, Self-Help, a high-performing community development financial institution, launched a lease-purchase pilot in Charlotte, North Carolina, early in the foreclosure crisis. The program failed to generate as much demand as anticipated … Read more on Center For American Progress Read ...

Insurance Executive Peter B. Lewis Dies at Age 80

...  executive Peter B. Lewis dies at age 80 Lewis supported the American Civil Liberties Union and helped launch Media Matters, the Center for American Progress, Third Way, Citizens for Ethics and Responsibility in Washington and other causes he viewed as progressive. Lewis donated several … Read more on Plain Dealer Addiction Has a New Adversary in Florida Guided by the vision, experience, philosophy, and education of Founder and CEO Sarah R. Sacks; Lumiere Detox Center is a long awaited facility that will offer the first step in recovery for those suffering from drug and alcohol addiction. This singular … ...

Is Biking and Rollerblading a Good Butt Exercise?

Question by mannie: is biking and rollerblading a good butt exercise? Best answer: Answer by JasonBiking no, rollerblading yes. Answer by Bob AYes they are both good. Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!   Survivor of 9 strokes motivates others I'm a stroke survivor of many strokes. Come on let's go. Let's get out of that chair,” Rigelsky said in a booming voice earlier this week, demonstrating how he strives to inspire stroke patients to devote time to exercise by moving their arms, legs, or … Read more on Daily Commercial Read more... ...

Guns, Drugs and a Wrong-Way Driving Incident Among Formal Charges From

...  to court documents. A Hillsborough County grand jury indicted McKeon on a single count of criminal … Read more on Nashua Telegraph The Facts on Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security … The modest but vital assistance that Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security provide makes it possible for individuals with severe disabilities and health conditions to live independently, keep a roof over their heads and food on the table, and … Read more on Center For American Progress Read ...

Patrick Kennedy: Obama Should Address Nation on Mental Health

...  Kennedy: Obama should address nation on mental health "The denial of mental health treatment is a civil rights issue," Kennedy said. The Center for American Progress organized Friday's event featuring Cooper, who has won accolades — and an Academy Award nomination — for his portrayal of a man suffering … Read more on The Hill (blog) Sheriff Targets Mental Illness Link to Gun Violence President Obama Takes Gun Proposal to Minneapolis Watch Video. The plan would expand grants to community health centers and encourage better integration of mental health services into existing programs. President Obama and House ...