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instead of all at once. Even though the rules can seem overly restrictive, Jehovah's Witnesses (JW's) don't see it that way. 1. Belong to another organization or club for the purpose of socializing with nonbelievers. See Religion First 2. Have best friends and activity buddies who are not Jehovah's Witnesses. See Friendship with Nonbelievers 3. Associate with people outside their organization when it is not necessary. See Friendship With A Jehovah's Witness 4. Attend social functions sponsored by their employer unless attendance is required 5. Associate with coworkers after business hours in a social settings 6. Disagree with their organization's rules and code of conduct. See Can Jehovah's Witnesses Disagree? 7. Disagree with their organization's doctrines. See Can Jehovah's Witnesses Disagree? 8. Contribute to the Presidential Campaign Fund on their tax return 9. Join the armed forces and defend their country 10. Say the Pledge of Allegiance 11. Salute the flag 12. Vote 13. Run for leadership in their organization. (JW's are 'appointed' and invited to be leaders.) 14. Run for leadership in any organization 15. Take a stand for any political issue inside their organization 16. Take a stand on any political or 'worldly' issue outside of their organization 17. Campaign for a political candidate 18. Hold political office 19. Discuss politics 20. Be a union steward or shop steward 21. Actively be involved in a union strike 22. Use a gun for protection against humans 23. Become a police officer if a gun is required 24. Wear military uniforms or clothing associated with war 25. Take yoga classes and practice the discipline of yoga. See Is Yoga For Christians? 26. Smoke tobacco and cigars 27. Work full time selling tobacco and cigars 28. Attend Alcoholics Anonymous 29. Donate blood 30. Have blood transfusions 31. Read books, magazines, publications, and literature from other religions. - | |
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THREE MEMBERS OF DEMOCRAT PARTY DEFEATED IN VIRGINIA Posted 27 minutes ago From DAILYCALLER.COM Three Democratic members of the Staunton, Virginia, city council were ousted by Republicans on Tuesday despite receiving more votes than they did four years ago. Republican candidates Mark Robertson, Amy Darby, and Steve Claffey all joined incumbent Andrea Oakes in a four-seat GOP sweep, WHSV reported. The three incoming council members replaced Democratic incumbents Erik Curren, Ophie Kier, and James Harrington all almost doubled their vote totals from 2016, yet still lost. Local outlet Augusta Free Press reporter Chris Graham called the results ?stunning almost beyond words.? - | |
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PASTOR DARRELL SCOTT NOV 15, 2019 11:00 PM African-American voters will be hard-pressed to justify casting their ballots for a Democrat next year. In just under three years, we?ve made great progress under President Trump?s common-sense policies. Despite the socialist Democrats? campaign to obstruct Mr. Trump?s economic agenda, the President has kept his core promise to our community. By eliminating job-killing regulations and cutting taxes for the middle class, he has given millions of African-Americans a chance to thrive in a strong and growing economy. Since Mr. Trump?s inauguration, the U.S. economy has created a whopping 1,017,000 jobs for African-Americans, including many here in Ohio. Today, the national black unemployment rate is at an all-time low of 5.5 percent. Unemployment for black women is even lower, at just 4.4 percent. More importantly, the overall black-white employment gap is smaller than ever. It is great to see so many African-American men and women back in the work force. In addition, President Trump?s ?Opportunity Zones? initiative is spurring even more growth in underdeveloped communities nationwide. Through targeted tax incentives, the initiative is projected to generate about $100 billion of private investment in communities that need it most. That focus on expanding economic opportunity for minorities has been a major priority for the Trump Administration. That?s why Mr. Trump was so committed to reforming the criminal justice system. By eliminating the sentencing disparities caused by the horrendous Clinton-era crime bill, which disproportionately affected African-Americans, Mr. Trump is giving thousands of unfairly sentenced black inmates a second chance at the American Dream. The FIRST STEP Act included significant reforms to address recidivism, such as helping prisons improve their rehabilitation programs and allowing nonviolent inmates earn early-release credits for good behavior more easily. Thanks to this legislation, nonviolent inmates now will be equipped with the professional and social skills they need to become productive members of society after their release. The President understands that the foundation of economic success is a quality education. That?s why he signed a $360 million grant to help historically black colleges and universities last year ? the most that any president has ever appropriated for HBCUs, including America?s first black president, Barack Obama. The facts are undeniable. I?m excited to spread the word as part of the Black Voices for Trump coalition. Mr. Trump has empowered African-Americans by his economic and social reforms that have generated upward mobility in our communities. Black Voices for Trump will give those who have directly benefited from these reforms a platform to share stories of ?Promises Made, Promises Kept.? After all the progress African-Americans have made under Mr. Trump, it?s difficult to even imagine going back to the Democrats? failed, big-government policies that have held us back for so long. As the President pledged recently while recounting the positive impact his initiatives have made on the African-American community, the best is yet to come. - | |
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US-POLITICS-RACE-UNREST Protesters demonstrate the death of George Floyd near the White House on June 3, 2020, in ... [+] AFP VIA GETTY IMAGES KEY FACTS Calvin L. Horton Jr., 43, Minnesota: As unrest over Floyd?s death escalated in Minneapolis last Wednesday, the black man was fatally shot near the police department?s Third Precinct in what is believed to be the first killing since the protests began. A nearby business owner is being investigated for the killing. Javar Harrell, 21, Michigan: Harrell was shot May 29 as protests erupted in Detroit. The African American man?s family has said that he was not protesting and it?s not clear whether his death is connected to the protests. ADVERTISING Ads by Teads Dave Patrick Underwood, 53, California: Underwood was shot May 30 while on guard duty outside a federal courthouse in Oakland. Underwood, was one of two officers targeted in a drive-by shooting amid nearby protests. The other officer was critically injured. No arrests have been made and the incident has not been confirmed to be connected to the protests, although the building?s entrance was sprayed with anti-police graffiti. James Scurlock, 22, Nebraska: A violent encounter with a white bar owner, Jake Gardner, during a protest in Omaha on May 30 led to the death of 22-year-old Scurlock, who is black. Surveillance video shows Scurlock, with a group of people, approaching Gardner and pushing him to the ground. Scurlock is then seen jumping on Gardner, who fires a gun over his shoulder, killing Scurlock. The Douglas County Attorney Office determined that Garner acted in self-defense and he will not face charges. PROMOTED Alteryx BRANDVOICE | Paid Program How A New Approach To Analytics Can Boost Your Bottom Line UNICEF USA BRANDVOICE | Paid Program Ebola, Measles And Now COVID-19: DR Congo In Crisis Civic Nation BRANDVOICE | Paid Program How Collegiate Democratic Engagement Should Adjust For A Fall Semester Like No Other Chris Beaty, 38, Indiana: Just a few feet from his apartment, former Indiana University football player and local business owner Chris Beaty was killed on May 30 amid unrest in Indianapolis. The African American man suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene. Dorian Murrell, 18, Indiana: Only a few hours after Beaty?s death, Murrell was fatally wounded in an early morning shooting on May 31. He was taken to Eskenazi Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. 29-year-old Tyler Newby has since been arrested and charged with murder in connection with Murrell?s death. Italia Kelly, 22, Iowa: Kelly was shot and killed around midnight on May 31 while leaving a protest for George Floyd outside a Walmart in Davenport, Iowa. Another man died on the scene, but he has not yet been named. Police are investigating the fatalities as homicides. ?She was here trying to protest peacefully,? mother Sharon Kelly told ABC News 8. David McAtee, 53, Kentucky: A local chef known and loved for his neighborhood staple, Yaya?s BBQ Shack, McAtee, an African American man, was shot on the morning of June 1 as National Guard troops and local police tried to disperse crowds of protestors in Louisville. Body camera footage released Tuesday appears to show McAtee firing a gun at officers, though it is unclear who fired first. His death led to the immediate firing of Louisville Metro Police Chief Steve Conrad, as two of the officers involved in the shooting had not activated body cameras. David Dorn, 77, Missouri: The retired St. Louis police captain was killed by people looting a pawn shop after midnight on Tuesday, according to authorities. After serving on the St. Louis police force for 38 years, Dorn, who was black, took a job as a small-town police chief. Dorn was reportedly a friend of the pawn shop?s owner and would check on it when alarms went off. The shooting was originally posted on Facebook Live but has since been deleted. Two people were killed in the Chicago suburb of Cicero during protests on Monday. They have not yet been named. KEY BACKGROUND Unrest has spread across the country since George Floyd died in Minneapolis on May 25. His death, vividly captured in a viral video where the 46-year-old is heard repeating ?I can?t breathe? as officer Derek Chauvin kneels on his neck, has sparked a mix of peaceful protests and violence, including the destruction of millions of dollars worth of property. In Louisville, outrage over police treatment of Floyd was compounded by the death of Breonna Taylor, a 26-year-old EMT who was shot by Louisville police officers in her sleep. CRUCIAL QUOTE ?I know my brother would not want violence,? said Terrence Floyd, George?s younger brother, to protestors in Minneapolis on Monday. ?Let?s do this peacefully, please.? - | |