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Commemoration of Tiananmen Square keeps focus on Chinese Communist Party

Commemoration of Tiananmen Square keeps focus on Chinese Communist Party

by Leonardo Pini | Jun 5, 2025 | Foreign Affairs, National Security

WASHINGTON–On June. 4, the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation hosted its annual candlelight vigil to commemorate the 1989 Tiananmen Massacre.  During the  Spring and Summer of 1989, the Chinese government cracked down on student-led protests that demanded...
As markup session on Antisemitism Awareness Act fails, debate on freedom of speech spurs

As markup session on Antisemitism Awareness Act fails, debate on freedom of speech spurs

by Leonardo Pini | May 1, 2025 | Education, Topics

WASHINGTON – Some Senate Democrats voiced concerns this week about damage to free speech from a new law that would define antisemitism, however, several Democrats co-sponsored  the bill with most Republicans. “I worry that this bill is unconstitutional and will...
Tariffs and economic uncertainty take center stage at Small Business Expo

Tariffs and economic uncertainty take center stage at Small Business Expo

by Leonardo Pini | Apr 15, 2025 | Business & Tech

WASHINGTON – Christina Callahan served sparkling Portuguese rose wine imported by the small District of Columbia business, The Wine Concierge, where she is chief sommelier. However, she suggested that for small businesses that rely on imports from other...
Senate debates whether it’s time to stop changing the clock twice a year

Senate debates whether it’s time to stop changing the clock twice a year

by Leonardo Pini | Apr 10, 2025 | Topics

WASHINGTON – For years, Congress has tried to put a lock on the clock, get rid of seasonal time change and decide whether to make daylight saving time or standard time permanent. A Senate Committee for Science, Commerce and Transportation hearing Thursday...

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