Quote of the Day: May 31, 2017
Let us speak, though we show all our faults and weaknesses,—for it is a sign of strength to be weak, to know it, and out with it. Herman Melville (1819-1891)
Let us speak, though we show all our faults and weaknesses,—for it is a sign of strength to be weak, to know it, and out with it. Herman Melville (1819-1891)
Prostration Definition: (noun) An abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion. Synonyms: Collapse Usage: The weakness of the young missionary became so extreme that they had to lay him again on the bed, where a prostration, lasting for several […]
STATEMENT FROM DAVID KELLEY, FORMER UNITED STATES ATTORNEY AND SINI CAMPAIGN CHAIRMAN I am David N. Kelley, a Suffolk County resident, and someone who has served in law enforcement in a variety of capacities, and understands how important it is […]
STATEMENT FROM BOROUGH PRESIDENT DIAZ RE: The Indictment of Sgt. Hugh Barry “What happened to Deborah Danner was an outrage. Today’s announcement that the police officer involved in Ms. Danner’s fatal shooting will face charges is a positive first step […]
Chairman Crowley on Reports That President Trump Will Withdraw From The Paris Climate Deal (Queens, NY) – House Democratic Caucus Chairman Joe Crowley (D-NY) issued the following statement on reports that President Trump is considering removing the United States from […]
Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and Sweet Water Dance & Yoga invite residents to a free Bronx Yoga Night, June 27. Although walk-ins will be welcomed, pre-registration is highly encouraged to ensure appropriate supply of mats and yoga props. […]
Wednesday, May 31 — While tornadoes and heatwaves often take more lives, flooding is a constant threat to life in America. One of the worst floods in U.S. history happened on this date in 1889 at Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Like the dangerous […]
Planned Parenthood praises new IDC legislation to shield Title X money in New York State used for vital women’s health services Albany, NY — Members of the Independent Democratic Conference today introduced legislation to protect funding on a state level […]
Chairman Crowley on President Trump’s Devastating Budget Proposal (Washington, DC) – House Democratic Caucus Chairman Joe Crowley (D-NY) issued the following statement on President Trump’s proposed Fiscal Year 2018 budget: “President Trump’s budget fails hard-working Americans in every way imaginable. […]
Senator Klein hosts 3rd Annual Riverdale Jewish American Heritage Month Celebration Bronx, NY – Senator Jeff Klein hosted his 3rd annual Riverdale Jewish American Heritage Month Celebration on Sunday afternoon at the Riverdale YM-YWHA. During the event, Senator Klein honored […]
No man is offended by another man’s admiration of the woman he loves; it is the woman only who can make it a torment. Jane Austen (1775-1817)
Dissociate Definition: (verb) To remove from association; separate. Synonyms: Disjoint, Disunite, Divorce Usage: The senator dissociated herself from the organization when she found that the president had been involved in an embezzlement scheme.
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