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<span style="font-size: 18px;">Latin American Elections: A Time to Celebrate or Worry?</span></h1>
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<span style="font-size: 14px;"><img align="left" data-file-id="818485" height="412" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/cc78a5be5f7de39c102d32780/images/0ecc1509-16ec-4643-b075-c07330f84222.jpeg" style="border: 0px; height: 412px; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; outline: none; width: 300px;" width="300" />This Sunday, elections will be held by a crucial US ally, Colombia. The eyes of the Latin America community will be focused on this election as one presidential candidate will drive that country to further economic growth and development and stronger trade relations with the US; while the left of center presidential candidate's rise to power would negatively affect the US interests for National Security and Trade Relations.<br /><br />In Nicaragua, the tides have begun to change on an Ortega Administration that has resorted to violence against protesters killing over 70. A new wave of entrepreneurs and leaders is looking to reformers like Christiana Chamorro, the daughter of former president Violeta Chamorro, to lead the path towards a better and more prosperous Nicaragua.<br /><br />Another significant election will take place on July 1st as a key US neighbor, Mexico holds its presidential elections. The latest polls show a widening margin by the leftist candidates with over a quarter of the electorate still undecided in an election that is bound to set US-Mexico policy for years to come. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 14px;">The electoral results can easily be manipulated, but the will of the people to find freedom is more powerful than any tyrant.</span></div>
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<br /><span style="color: black;">I was honored to join US Ambassador Carlos Trujillo and many others at the OAS for Vice President Pence's important speech on the Trump Administration's vision for increased democracy throughout Latin America. This is an important step in helping the millions of Latin Americans seeking a brighter future.</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09461157477897274393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108754149113632486.post-679590295442227682018-06-11T09:15:00.001-07:002018-06-11T09:15:19.461-07:00A True Public Servant - Honoring my friend Ileana Ros-Lehtinen's career of service<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-size: 14px;"><img align="left" data-file-id="818441" height="314" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/cc78a5be5f7de39c102d32780/images/eef6a130-1d9a-4d95-8298-f3febfd0227e.jpg" style="border: 0px; height: 314px; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; outline: none; width: 250px;" width="250" /></span>In the summer of 1989, my life was changed by a State Senator from South Florida. She was a voice for change in a world that was happy with the status quo. She was a school teacher who had become a principal and loved education and showing children the importance of civic engagement. Little did I know that volunteering to help that August special election for Congress as she sought to be the voice of a Cuban-American community would set me on a career path that would lead me to where I am today.<br /><br />Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, or Ily as we in her staff affectionately call her, was recognized last night by the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI), and her recognition is well merited. Her days in Congress are coming to an end, <img align="right" data-file-id="818445" height="276" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/cc78a5be5f7de39c102d32780/images/4972bb90-b4fc-46a1-b71e-aa5dc43f254c.jpeg" style="border: 0px; height: 276px; margin: 10px 0px 10px 10px; outline: none; width: 250px;" width="250" />and the halls of the Capitol will never be the same. She has dedicated her 29 years of Congressional service to being an advocate for the voiceless, a true public servant who placed people above politics and constituents above party.<br /><br />Many of you know her as the ferocious wolf fighting tyrants in the halls of Congress, but to myself and the dozens of staffers who had the privilege of working for her, she is more than that, she is a friend. Someone who never wastes an opportunity to support those who help her. When my son became ill, Ily was a pilar of support for my wife, Olga, and myself. As if her work in Congress was not enough, <img align="left" data-file-id="818449" height="214" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/cc78a5be5f7de39c102d32780/images/a840eff8-bebd-47d7-9fb4-8dde08856ef8.jpg" style="border: 0px; height: 214px; margin: 10px 10px 10px 0px; outline: none; width: 250px;" width="250" />this dedication to her friends and family are what make Ileana Ros-Lehtinen a remarkable Member of Congress.<br /><br />The road ahead will require new leaders picking up the baton Ileana leaves behind, but for now, let us take the opportunity to recognize the decades of service Ileana has given our great nation.<br /><br />Ileana, thank you for your service to our South Florida community, but more importantly, thank you for your dedication to your family and friends and your constant support!</div>
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<span style="font-size: 12px;">March 2018</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 18px;">The Future of Central America</span></h1>
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<span style="font-size: 14px;"><img align="left" data-file-id="818385" height="248" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/cc78a5be5f7de39c102d32780/images/fc8bb4e4-18b0-4b3c-9b08-bdc2be0b2b3e.jpeg" style="border: 0px; height: 248px; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; outline: none;" width="300" />This past month, I had the great opportunity to visit Central America with my colleague Lisa Coen of Avenue Strategies. We had great dialogue with leaders from El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. Businesses in these countries are providing unique services and products to the United States and offer integral trade partnerships for US companies. The discussion of trade issues and domestic legislation that will affect Central America is of great interest in the region and should be an important focus for us in the United States, as these partnerships are crucial to our global economy.</span><br /> </div>
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<span style="color: grey; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">When it rains it pours. It seems these days, Puerto Rico
can't catch a break. As the people of the island work to recover from
a double whammy of devastating storms, must, as a nation, take a
closer look at assisting our fellow American citizens through
economic development and disaster relief for Puerto Rico.<br />
Already in a perilous economic situation, Puerto Rico now must grapple
with the urgent matters such as roadway cleanup and hooking people
back up to clean, running water and the electrical grid.<br />
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As Congress works on emergency appropriations legislation for those
affected by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria in Texas, Florida and
the U.S. territories of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands,
two key members of Congress can play a vital role in our
rebuilding efforts. Both are Florida Republicans. The first is Sen. <a href="http://twitter.us16.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=5eecfc2a7de6f334f75780027&id=38e507bafe&e=64a054abca" target="_blank"><span style="color: #00add8;">Marco Rubio</span></a>
who serves a large number of Puerto Ricans living in
his home state of Florida and is a member of the Senate
Appropriations Committee. The second is Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart of
Miami, a longtime advocate for Puerto Rico and a
member of the House Appropriations Committee. Their leadership in
Congress to help Floridians and Puerto Ricans rebuild from these
horrible hurricanes is crucial.<br />
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Another good example of proactive efforts that are currently taking
place in Congress to help Puerto Rico is that
of Resident Commissioner Jennifer Gonzalez-Colon who introduced
a bill to amend Title 49 referencing air cargo on the Island. The “<a href="http://twitter.us16.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=5eecfc2a7de6f334f75780027&id=14182d1532&e=64a054abca" target="_blank"><span style="color: #00add8;">Puerto Rico Air
Cargo Industry Empowerment Act</span></a>,” or HR 3472. This bill is
introduced in connection to an economic growth strategy modifying the
federal laws that currently governs cargo transported in any aircraft
on the island of Puerto Rico. Given their current
economic situation, passing laws like this one will provides
necessary changes to integrate shifts that can benefit the
development and growth of the island.<br />
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While strategizing options for development of the economy
in Puerto Rico, we must take into consideration that the
household income of 3.4 million Puerto Rican citizens
reflects nearly $20,000 per year. By contrast, on the mainland,
Mississippi has the lowest income per capita and the household income
is nearly $40,000 per year with a similar population of almost 3
million citizens. There is a significant gap to fill in
transitioning Puerto Rico out of a third world country
status and out of their $72 billion debt.<br />
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There are several important and viable industries in Puerto Rico that
help the economy greatly. Tourism is one of the most predominate
sources of income, in which their economy is highly dependent on
thanks to their beautiful beaches and sunshine. The other one is
manufacturing which produces 49 percent of employment on the island
and most are good paying jobs. However, there is great potential to
increase those primary industries on the island to others, such as:
aviation, international banking, international finance, medical
tourism, fashion and arts, transportation infrastructure, energy and
information technology just to name a few sectors.<br />
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For sustainable economic growth, investors in Puerto Rico should
maintain a long-term perspective and create business opportunities
that will address the ongoing need for economic growth and
development. Legislative efforts including changes to Title 49 will
help. This sets in motion the upward domino effect for increased
employment and higher wages ultimately increasing the household
income and the overall economy on the island. The implementation of
the new industries and needed reforms in established sectors such as
energy, are essential to improve the economy where tourism,
manufacturing and other promising sectors can flourish for the
residents of Puerto Rico and all Americans.<br />
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<em><span style="font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Art Estopinan
is part of the New World Group, which represents the Coalition of the
Private Sector in Puerto Rico. Estopinan is a contributor
to the American Project with the School of Public Policy at
Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. </span></em><br />
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<span style="color: grey; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 150%;">The infrastructure in China is impressive. My recent
visit extremely impacted my perspective on the overall transportation
systems in the United States as I witness that China has a big
advantage with their wonderful airports, road systems and with their
unique Shanghai Maglev Train. I had the opportunity to ride on the
world’s fastest commercial train; it has maintained its record since
2004.<br />
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The train can speed up to 268 mph and can quickly travel 19 miles in
a short 7.5 minutes. This strategy saves valuable time and achieves
results that are more cost effective. We in America must satisfy
society and provide transportation methods that reflect the rapid
developments of the 21st century. Time is of the essence and we know
that fast turnaround ultimately closes the deal efficiently and
effectively. It was instructive to experience firsthand how a quicker
transportation system adds a lot of value to commerce — and for
traveling passengers as well. We need an innovative system to compete
with other leading countries around the world.<br />
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Private and public partnerships in transportation are key components
for government to obtain effective results. Partnerships will create
leverage for private sector entities to financially develop our
economy by integrating resources and also creating jobs. The overall
improvement of the U.S. infrastructure, particularly state and local
transit, can be made possible by partnering with public entities such
as non-profits to implement immediate results.<br />
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A source of revenue such as tolls or other public revenue is required
to pay back private investments, and the outcomes are likely to be
extremely rewarding. Our global economy thrives on time-saving
innovations. The quicker transport of goods inevitably leads to
increased productivity. By initiating and implementing new structures
in transportation a significant value would be added to our nation’s
infrastructure.<br />
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Private and public partnerships share a vision to regain our global
leadership in transportation such as the one we had in aviation for
so long. The country at large needs better trains and roadway
systems. We must also effectively secure our bridges to help
transport people and products in a timely fashion.<br />
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Intrastate commerce will also increase with an improved
infrastructure system. Our leaders should support President Trump’s
infrastructure plans for economic development with American labor,
energy, iron and steel industries. Nurturing existing private and
public partnerships as well as establishing new partnerships is
fundamental. Funding is being allocated to complete current projects
and to begin future projects on much needed improved roads, bridges,
tunnels, highways and airports.<br />
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Meanwhile, the Trump administration is working on accounting for
federal taxpayer dollars to ensure the progress of infrastructure
projects. Prioritizing local and state needs is a pressing concern
now since there are multiple action items lined up to address the
nation’s infrastructure problems. Last night, at a dinner with Mr.
Trump and a group of bipartisan U. S. senators including Sen. Joe
Manchin, West Virginia Democrat. Mr. Manchin has publicly pressed for
U.S. infrastructure buildup and was front and center in their
discussion.<br />
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President Trump is working in a proactive way to address many of his
priorities, and infrastructure buildup must be a bipartisan effort as
it is a winning issue for America, not simply a Republican or
Democratic initiative.<br />
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As Trump recently stated, new building projects inspire Americans,
and introducing new technology to our daily transportation needs will
elevate our global standing into the 21st century. The Chinese are
grateful for their commercial train system, and soon we will be able
to compete with their efficiency. At the same time, producing new
projects would create jobs and wealth in the U.S. The president and
Congress must come together to address the urgency of prioritizing
and executing actions immediately. I am certain our global economy
will flourish significantly once we are able to transport passengers
and goods efficiently throughout the entire nation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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• Art Estopinan, president of The Estopinan Group, is a
contributor to the American Project, School of Public Policy, at
Pepperdine University.<br />
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Copyright © 2017 The Washington Times, LLC.<br />
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<strong><span style="color: grey; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif;">AVENUE ADDS FORMER ROS-LEHTINEN CHIEF OF STAFF:</span></strong><span style="color: grey; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> <strong>Avenue Strategies Global</strong>, one of the lobbying firms started by<strong> Corey Lewandowski</strong>and <strong>Barry Bennett</strong>, is adding <strong>Art Estopinan </strong>as a partner. Estopinan, a former chief of staff to Rep. <strong><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://theestopinangroup.us14.list-manage1.com/track/click?u%3Dcc78a5be5f7de39c102d32780%26id%3Debb219db45%26e%3D24cadcb5c6&source=gmail&ust=1528289211176000&usg=AFQjCNGj4e6lQBisLpDgzC6slqGqsS1RDA" href="http://theestopinangroup.us14.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=cc78a5be5f7de39c102d32780&id=ebb219db45&e=24cadcb5c6" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #00add8; font-weight: normal;">Ileana Ros-Lehtinen</span></a></strong> (R-Fla.), will help Avenue lobby for Qatar, which is paying Avenue $500,000 a month as it tries to win friends in Washington as its diplomatic standoff with Saudi Arabia and its allies enters the fifth month. "Right now it's just the Qatar project, but my guess is we'll be fully integrating him into the firm," Bennett said in an interview.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="color: grey; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- Avenue Strategies Global is the sister firm to <strong>Avenue Strategies</strong>, which Lewandowski and Bennett started after the election. Lewandowski quit in May, and two other Avenue lobbyists, <strong>Jason Osborne</strong> and <strong>Mike Rubino</strong>, left over the summer. Estopinan will continue to run his own firm, the <strong>Estopinan Group</strong>, where he represents clients including the <strong>Washington Strategy Group</strong>, an outfit run by supporters of the <strong>Fethullah Gülen</strong>, the cleric the Turkish government blames for a failed coup last year.<br /> <u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="color: grey; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif;">By Theodoric Meyer | 10/04/2017 02:32 PM EDT<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09461157477897274393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108754149113632486.post-24366999985454155572018-06-05T05:56:00.000-07:002018-06-05T06:06:52.888-07:00The lobbyist of lobbyists in Washington, D.C.<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: grey; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Central America faces different dilemmas that could affect the economic and political stability of the region and in which collaboration or involvement by the government of the United States could have a positive effect in the search for a solution. The countries of the northern triangle (Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras) struggle against serious internal insecurity that could increase, in case the Trump administration decides to deport gang members, as he had already announced during his campaign.<br /><br />"One of the priorities for Central America is a national security of the Central American countries. “The reality is that, in my personal opinion, the United States must help Central American countries bring those individuals to justice in their countries of origin. The deportation of immigrants with criminal backgrounds could mean instability for the Central American region and the United States must help to guarantee the security in those countries. We can help with these initiatives,” asserts Arturo ‘Art’ Estopiñán, who worked as chief of staff for the chair emeritus of the Foreign Affairs Committee, Ileana Ros- Lehtienen, and who has 27 years of experience in the U.S. Congress.<br /><br />In the specific case of Nicaragua, the Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (also known as the Nica Act), could bring devastating effects to the country, since its actual wording would have adverse economic ramifications and would create a negative economic environment for investment in that country. “As banker and entrepreneur, this legislation is very worrisome for Nicaragua,” asserts Robert J. Argüello, president of the consulting firm CEO Advisors, which hired Estopiñán’s firm, The Estopiñán Group, to lobby and stop the Nica Act as it was written, “Because it would harm Nicaragua enormously and would have serious consequences for the population.” Also, sending millions of Central Americans back to their country of origin with an uncertain immigration status is also worrisome for the region. During his campaign, Trump said he would kick out 11 million undocumented immigrants.<br /><br /><strong>Open Fronts</strong><br />In general, all the Central American countries would be affected with other common problems, including the renegotiation of the Central American Free Trade Agreement between Central America and the United States (Cafta). With that in mind, and with the changing political atmosphere in Washington, and because of the policies that the Trump administration wants to pass, there could be a highly negative impact in the region.<br /><br />Estopiñán asserts that any approach to the U.S. government must be made in a proactive manner, with those who can guide the Trump administration on what are their priorities, to reach a win-win relationship with Central America, using advisors who know well how the White House, Congress, and the political system of the country work. ‘Unfortunately, there are many interests and issues that this administration has to deal with, and it won’t necessarily focus on Central America. We have to show (to the Trump administration) the opportunities that exist so that Central America and the United States can both benefit from them. I think that if the Central American governments offered opportunities where both regions would benefits, maybe different economic initiatives where they invited U.S. companies to make all kinds of economic investments, mutually beneficially, that would be something that would be welcomed by the Trump administration”, says Estopiñán.<br /><br />Under Cafta, Central America exported $4.818 billion to the United States, according to the Secretariat of Central American Economic Integration, says the Monitor of Central American commerce in its 2016 second trimester edition, which represents 33.36% of the total $14.441 billion of all Central American exports. Estopiñán figures that all of the trade agreements are going to be reviewed, which puts the region in a vulnerable position. “When and how, it’s not known for sure. But I do believe that all the trade agreements are going to be looked at and maybe changed. Trump wants to start with Nafta and with our economic relationship with China, because he believes that both countries have an unfair advantage over the United States. After that, he’s going to look at the other trade agreements to see what needs to be changed. It’s important that the countries which have trade agreements with the United States look at them and have a plan. There’s no need to wait until the administration says what needs to change, without being prepared to have your own initiative and adapt those plans to a new administration with a proactive proposal”, he says.<br /><br /><strong>Extensive Experience</strong><br />Congressman Dan Burton, chairman of the Western Hemisphere congressional subcommittee, has a long history and knowledge of legislative matters. Burton, who is now in the private sector, is up to speed on all the projects and issues related to Latin America and can help with that in Arturo ‘Art’ Estopiñán To work in the Capitol of the United States, which is undoubtedly one of the most powerful legislative bodies of the world, has opened for me an enormous perspective to get to know other countries, other cultures, as well as how the Congress of the United States, the White House, and the executive branch work in general. It’s a very important process, that not too many people know, how bills go through the process, how the executive branch works. There is a whole series of complex bureaucracies, but with my years of experience, I’ve had the opportunity to see firsthand how this all this legislative, administrative, and White House, works. Number two, I have had the opportunity to have contacts all over the world, because of the various congressional trips that I went on with my colleagues and other chiefs of staff around the world. It was an unique opportunity, because I still maintain some of those relationships, with diplomatic and political leaders, in Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, in particular.” NMG Trends the new Trump administration and Republican Congress. “Now, with Congressman Burton, we’ve formed an alliance to help companies, associations, or individuals from Latin America who would like guidance and advice in the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. We have the experience, the contacts, and a proven winning record”, assures Estopiñán.<br /><br /><strong>From Difficulty Comes Opportunity</strong><br />According to the expert, what looks to be short-term problems for the Central American governments presents a series of opportunities of growth for the region. For Estopiñán, “Yes there are opportunities for economic growth, but one understands that it’s not free, that it’s through trade agreements.<br /><br />According to the specialist on congressional affairs, there are key opportunities, if and when these directly benefit the United States and Central American nations.<br /><br />Central America has an impressive population of young people and important natural resources, two aspects that, unfortunately, previous administrations (in the United States) did not know how to deal with well. If this administration takes an interest, not only in helping Central America -- because we have to work together as neighbors– but also in establishing mutually beneficial relations, it would be very positive for both sides, because if Central America establishes itself politically, from that political stability comes an economic growth that will result in more funds for Central America to buy products from the United States.<br /><br />By Arturo Castro Barrantes<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="color: grey; font-family: "helvetica" , sans-serif;">To work in the Capitol of the United States, which is undoubtedly one of the most powerful legislative bodies of the world, has opened for me an enormous perspective to get to know other countries, other cultures, as well as how the Congress of the United States, the White House, and the executive branch work in general. It’s a very important process, that not too many people know, how bills go through the process, how the executive branch works. There is a whole series of complex bureaucracies, but with my years of experience, I’ve had the opportunity to see firsthand how this all this legislative, administrative, and White House, works. Number two, I have had the opportunity to have contacts all over the world, because of the various congressional trips that I went on with my colleagues and other chiefs of staff around the world. It was an unique opportunity, because I still maintain some of those relationships,<br />with diplomatic and political leaders, in Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, in particular.”<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09461157477897274393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108754149113632486.post-77885916424111351092017-10-02T23:01:00.003-07:002017-10-02T23:01:30.620-07:00Rare diseases and the U.S. commitment to life<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Socialized medicine would bring the U.S. a lot closer to total socialism. Doctors, medical service and hospital facilities would be solely administered by government, state agencies or other organized groups. Funding would be obtained by philanthropists, assessments or even worse — taxation. Imposed government taxes would create a government bidding system for medical services and supplies — increasing costs.</div>
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The existing relationships between doctors and patients would shift and the logistical requirements for specialized treatments would also disrupt privacy. The review approving medical attention for the “problems of the sick” would become public instead of honoring the decisions of immediate family.</div>
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The Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB) provision under Obamacare is completely independent to you and your doctors; the physician who knows your case, evaluates, diagnoses and treats you for your medical conditions. This board is independent to your hospital and Medicare — also independent of Congress, the judiciary, the democratic process, ultimately even the Constitution.</div>
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It consists of 15 unelected bureaucrats confirmed by the Senate. IPAB submits recommendations to Congress to prevent a high growth of national health care expenditures — essentially micromanaging our health care into rules outside our control.</div>
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There are many who strongly reject the “Death Panel” such as the American Medical Association. Many do not agree with the board’s authority and inflexible mandate to impose arbitrary across-the-board cuts to physicians and other providers.</div>
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Shifting this dynamic could adversely affect access to health care services for those with rare diseases and Medicare patients as well. Many potential consumers do not attend their regular visits, making matters worse, conditions become acute and more expensive to treat. The working class should choose their health insurance based on their needs in a free market with competition for affordable health care benefits for themselves and their children.</div>
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We can see a clear example of socialized medicine given the current health system in the United Kingdom with the case of Charlie Gard. Charlie had a disease called Mitochondrial DNA Depletion Syndrome which affects cells that provide energy to muscles, kidneys and the brain. His muscles began to become weak rather quickly, yet he was never brain dead.</div>
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Great Ormond Street Hospital had the power to take Charlie’s parents to court and request permission to remove the machines and technology necessary to keep Charlie alive. His parents researched and found hope with seven different experts. One of those experts is Dr. Micho Hirano from Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) in New York City. Dr. Hirano is a clinical expert of neuromuscular rare diseases; he is also the doctor who treats my son “Arturito.”</div>
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Arturito is one of 16 patients in the world who are currently being treated for a similar muscular depletion with experimental medication. After administering these experimental medications for my son for nearly four years, and tracking numerous milestones of improvements I am extremely grateful for the opportunity of this treatment.</div>
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As a parent advocate with major strides of progress, I visited Charlie Gard’s family in London with my testament and encouraged them to believe in the opportunity and possibility of a cure provided by Dr. Hirano. In the U.S., despite the statistics and potential negative predictions, the health care system does not interfere with my personal decisions and respect our family’s privacy: I am always entitled to pursue my parental rights and so are the other 15 parent who choose to give their child a chance of life.</div>
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Charlie’s parents, Connie Yates and Chris Gard, conducted extensive fundraising efforts and have received contributions from over 83,096 individuals/entities to help fund their wish to try experimental medication to save Charlie’s life. They took matters into their own hands with their GoFundMe page, created a website plus extensive advocating on social media to overcome the challenges caused by the limited funding accessible from their socialized medical system.</div>
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This system (equivalent to our IPAB) removed parental rights, forbidding these parents their own child’s best interest. Take a moment to interpret these emotions as a parent to a young child — or — toward your elderly parents.</div>
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On July 28, 2017 — just one week before his first birthday — Charlie Gard passed away due to the lack of the experimental medications which could have saved his life. States should pursue patient-centered, market based reforms that get health care back on track. We need a market-based competitive health care system to sustain reasonable and affordable plans for everyone regardless of their illnesses. We must respect the privacy and the will of loved-ones.</div>
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Essentially, from this example, we understand that rare diseases don’t get enough funding for research — but why should that be a reason for a child to die? We’re the United States of America — and here the power of choice is freedom.</div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Domine, serif; font-size: 16px;">Obamacare left many victims in its wake; then the GOP’s failure to float an alternative compounded the frustration. The result: A push for an American single-payer system is gathering momentum. When congress reconvenes next month, Senator Bernie Sanders is expected to introduce his “Medicare for All” bill, co-sponsored by Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA) and </span><a href="http://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/339247-poll-support-grows-for-single-payer-healthcare" style="color: #cc6600; font-family: Domine, serif; font-size: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;">polls suggest Americans</a><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Domine, serif; font-size: 16px;">, worn out by the health care wars, are growing more receptive to the concept.</span><br />
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But the awful story of baby Charlie Gard who was prevented from obtaining experimental treatment in the US by the British government, shines a spotlight on the failure of government rationed health care. It’s a failure that touched me all too personally. </div>
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Five years ago my 18-month-old son Arturito was hospitalized for symptoms that at first looked like a severe cold. Then my wife Olga and I were given the shocking news: Arturito had mitochondrial depletion syndrome, a very rare condition for which no cure is known. “Take Arturito home now,” the doctors told us. “At least he can die a comfortable death at home.”</div>
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I couldn't accept this. I called pediatricians all over the country until I happened upon <a href="http://people.com/human-interest/us-doctor-michio-hirano-examining-charlie-gard/" style="color: #cc6600; font-size: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;">Dr. Michio Hirano</a>, a professor of neurology at Columbia University Medical Center who was doing a clinical research study on treatments for this disease. Dr. Hirano has dedicated years to cutting-edge experimental work on the treatment of rare neuromuscular diseases and his treatments have been breaking barriers in the field of rare genetic muscular disorders. </div>
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My son was fortunate enough to undergo this treatment — called <a href="http://www.frontlinegenomics.com/news/13145/charlie-gard-mitochondrial-dna-depletion-syndrome/" style="color: #cc6600; font-size: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;">nucleoside therapy</a> — and today he is one of 16 children with the disease who have made significant progress. On Dr. Hirano’s regimen Arturito’s respiratory function and strength have improved noticeably. He can now move his fingers, hands, and toes, and sit (with support) at a 90 degree angle for 90 minutes compared to a 45 degree angle for 15 minutes previously. Most importantly, five years after we were told to prepare for his “comfortable death,” my son is alive.</div>
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I have since joined Dr. Hirano, who is also father of two young girls, and become an advocate for this protocol.</div>
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My role as an advocate for MDS children brought me to the Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) in London and to the bedside of another baby with a similar strain of MDS, 11-month-old Charlie Gard. I visited with Charlie’s parents and I shared word of my son’s improvements with Dr. Hirano,</div>
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Connie Yates, Charlie’s Mom, feared the British system. She wanted to bring Charlie to America to be treated by Dr. Hirano. She even raised funds for a flight to the U.S. with contributions from over 83,096 individuals and entities.</div>
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The doctors were unmoved — fixed in their belief that Gard should, as they put it, “die with dignity.” GOSH followed their pre-determined government regulations, and when Charlie’s parents petitioned to take Charlie to the United States, the hospital took Charlie’s case to court because in the U.K., the judicial system handles these rare and complicated medical cases. The hospital can request the power to remove life support. And this is precisely what happened to Charlie. His doctors fought for him to “die with dignity” instead of fighting for him to live. To further complicate the matter, <a href="http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/07/16/charlie-gards-parents-angry-babys-lawyeris-head-charity-backs/" style="color: #cc6600; font-size: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;">the court appointed an attorney for Charlie, an attorney who also represented an organization called “Compassion in Dying,</a>” a close relative of the "Dignity in Dying" organization which, as the Daily Telegraph describes it "campaigns for a change in the law to make assisted dying legal in the UK."</div>
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Americans have been shocked by the Charlie Gard case. For all our health care system’s faults, it does not interfere with personal decisions on this level. Americans are allowed to help their children fight for a chance at life. In the U.K., by contrast, the state had veto power.</div>
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Americans who say they would welcome a “single-payer” system should consider the Gard case. It’s a clear example of the workings of socialized medicine. Currently the health-care system in the U.K. safeguards hospitals’ bottom line, rather than focusing on a patient’s medical plan. Hospital expenditures are carefully monitored by government. Charlie’s hospital in London reported Charlie’s life prognosis based on antiquated technology. In July, for example, an American expert (whose name has not been published for legal reasons) testified before the High Court about new clinical data on the benefits of nucleoside therapy that had not been available when he testified before them in April. Meanwhile, <a href="http://www.gosh.nhs.uk/frequently-asked-questions-about-charlie-gard-court-case" style="color: #cc6600; font-size: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;">GOSH has steadfastly maintained </a>that Charlie Gard's brain damage was more severe than children in Hirano’s clinical trials and thus that Hirano’s data did not apply.</div>
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Under socialized medicine, American medical services would be solely administered by government. Funding for these services would come from philanthropy, or worse, taxation. The imposition of taxes will create a government bidding system for medical services and supplies, increasing costs. The existing relationships between doctors and patients would shift, as well, and reporting requirements for specialized treatments would disrupt individual privacy.</div>
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We are already getting a taste of this through the detestable Obamacare feature of Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB), better known as the so-called “death panel.” IPAB makes health-care payment decisions independent of patients and their doctors. This board is independent of hospitals, Medicare, Congress, the judiciary system, the democratic process, and, ultimately, the Constitution. This board consists of 15 unelected bureaucrats confirmed by the Senate. IPAB submits recommendations to Congress to prevent a high growth of national health-care expenditures. Essentially, they micromanage our health care with rules outside of our control.</div>
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If my son were a British citizen, we wouldn’t have had the choice to try the experimental medications which have saved his life.</div>
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We must come together as a nation to improve our health-care system and share the benefits it creates for humanity. If we move towards even more of the centralized rationing that characterizes socialist care, we will not be able to do so.</div>
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In death, Charlie teaches us that states should pursue patient-centered, market-based reforms. We need a market-based competitive health-care system to sustain reasonable and affordable plans for everyone regardless of their illnesses. Governments and courts should respect the privacy and the will of our loved ones.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09461157477897274393noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108754149113632486.post-55286856422515848402017-10-02T22:52:00.003-07:002017-10-02T22:52:43.140-07:00Building a stronger America: It starts with developing 21st-century infrastructure solutions<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The infrastructure in China is impressive. My recent visit extremely impacted my perspective on the overall transportation systems in the United States as I witness that China has a big advantage with their wonderful airports, road systems and with their unique Shanghai Maglev Train. I had the opportunity to ride on the world’s fastest commercial train; it has maintained its record since 2004.</div>
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The train can speed up to 268 mph and can quickly travel 19 miles in a short 7.5 minutes. This strategy saves valuable time and achieves results that are more cost effective. We in America must satisfy society and provide transportation methods that reflect the rapid developments of the 21st century. Time is of the essence and we know that fast turnaround ultimately closes the deal efficiently and effectively. It was instructive to experience firsthand how a quicker transportation system adds a lot of value to commerce — and for traveling passengers as well. We need an innovative system to compete with other leading countries around the world.</div>
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Private and public partnerships in transportation are key components for government to obtain effective results. Partnerships will create leverage for private sector entities to financially develop our economy by integrating resources and also creating jobs. The overall improvement of the U.S. infrastructure, particularly state and local transit, can be made possible by partnering with public entities such as non-profits to implement immediate results.</div>
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A source of revenue such as tolls or other public revenue is required to pay back private investments, and the outcomes are likely to be extremely rewarding. Our global economy thrives on time-saving innovations. The quicker transport of goods inevitably leads to increased productivity. By initiating and implementing new structures in transportation a significant value would be added to our nation’s infrastructure.</div>
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Private and public partnerships share a vision to regain our global leadership in transportation such as the one we had in aviation for so long. The country at large needs better trains and roadway systems. We must also effectively secure our bridges to help transport people and products in a timely fashion.</div>
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Intrastate commerce will also increase with an improved infrastructure system. Our leaders should support President Trump’s infrastructure plans for economic development with American labor, energy, iron and steel industries. Nurturing existing private and public partnerships as well as establishing new partnerships is fundamental. Funding is being allocated to complete current projects and to begin future projects on much needed improved roads, bridges, tunnels, highways and airports.</div>
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Meanwhile, the Trump administration is working on accounting for federal taxpayer dollars to ensure the progress of infrastructure projects. Prioritizing local and state needs is a pressing concern now since there are multiple action items lined up to address the nation’s infrastructure problems. Last night, at a dinner with Mr. Trump and a group of bipartisan U. S. senators including Sen. Joe Manchin, West Virginia Democrat. Mr. Manchin has publicly pressed for U.S. infrastructure buildup and was front and center in their discussion.</div>
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Mr. Trump is working in a proactive way to address many of his priorities, and infrastructure buildup must be a bipartisan effort as it is a winning issue for America, not simply a Republican or Democratic initiative.</div>
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As Mr. Trump recently stated, new building projects inspire Americans, and introducing new technology to our daily transportation needs will elevate our global standing into the 21st century. The Chinese are grateful for their commercial train system, and soon we will be able to compete with their efficiency. At the same time, producing new projects would create jobs and wealth in the U.S. The president and Congress must come together to address the urgency of prioritizing and executing actions immediately. I am certain our global economy will flourish significantly once we are able to transport passengers and goods efficiently throughout the entire nation.</div>
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When it rains it pours. It seems these days, Puerto Rico can't catch a break. </div>
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As the people of the island work to recover from a double whammy of devastating storms, we must, as a nation, take a closer look at assisting our fellow American citizens through economic development and disaster relief for Puerto Rico.</div>
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Already in a perilous economic situation, Puerto Rico now must grapple with the urgent matters such as roadway cleanup and hooking people back up to clean, running water and the electrical grid. </div>
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As Congress works on emergency appropriations legislation for those affected by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria in Texas, Florida and the U.S. territories of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, two key members of Congress can play a vital role in our rebuilding efforts. Both are Florida Republicans. The first is Sen. <span class="rollover-people" data-behavior="rolloverpeople" style="box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><a class="rollover-people-link" data-nid="188218" href="http://thehill.com/people/marco-rubio" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: #2b2c30; display: inline-block; outline: none; position: relative; text-decoration-line: none;">Marco Rubio</a></span> who serves a large number of Puerto Ricans living in his home state of Florida and is a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee. The second is Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart of Miami, a longtime advocate for Puerto Rico and a member of the House Appropriations Committee. Their leadership in Congress to help Floridians and Puerto Ricans rebuild from these horrible hurricanes is crucial.</div>
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Another good example of proactive efforts that are currently taking place in Congress to help Puerto Rico is that of Resident Commissioner Jennifer Gonzalez-Colon who introduced a bill to amend Title 49 referencing air cargo on the Island. The “<a href="https://www.puertoricoreport.com/resident-commissioner-gonzalez-colon-introduces-air-cargo-act/#.Wa57g7pFzIVv" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(42, 83, 193); box-sizing: border-box; color: #2b2c30; display: inline; outline: none; position: relative; text-decoration-line: none;">Puerto Rico Air Cargo Industry Empowerment Act</a>,” or HR 3472. This bill is introduced in connection to an economic growth strategy modifying the federal laws that currently governs cargo transported in any aircraft on the island of Puerto Rico. Given their current economic situation, passing laws like this one will provides necessary changes to integrate shifts that can benefit the development and growth of the island.</div>
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While strategizing options for development of the economy in Puerto Rico, we must take into consideration that the household income of 3.4 million Puerto Rican citizens reflects nearly $20,000 per year. By contrast, on the mainland, Mississippi has the lowest income per capita and the household income is nearly $40,000 per year with a similar population of almost 3 million citizens. There is a significant gap to fill in transitioning Puerto Rico out of a third world country status and out of their $72 billion debt.</div>
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There are several important and viable industries in Puerto Rico that help the economy greatly. Tourism is one of the most predominate sources of income, in which their economy is highly dependent on thanks to their beautiful beaches and sunshine. The other one is manufacturing which produces 49 percent of employment on the island and most are good paying jobs. However, there is great potential to increase those primary industries on the island to others, such as: aviation, international banking, international finance, medical tourism, fashion and arts, transportation infrastructure, energy and information technology just to name a few sectors.</div>
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For sustainable economic growth, investors in Puerto Rico should maintain a long-term perspective and create business opportunities that will address the ongoing need for economic growth and development. Legislative efforts including changes to Title 49 will help. This sets in motion the upward domino effect for increased employment and higher wages ultimately increasing the household income and the overall economy on the island. The implementation of the new industries and needed reforms in established sectors such as energy, are essential to improve the economy where tourism, manufacturing and other promising sectors can flourish for the residents of Puerto Rico and all Americans. </div>
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<em style="box-sizing: border-box;">Art Estopinan is part of the New World Group, which represents the Coalition of the Private Sector in Puerto Rico. Estopinan is a contributor to the American Project with the School of Public Policy at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. </em></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09461157477897274393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108754149113632486.post-21153997301786337702017-08-03T21:13:00.002-07:002017-08-03T21:13:45.210-07:00Socialized Medicine is NOT Part of the American Fabric<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><br />Socialized medicine would bring the U.S. a lot closer to total Socialism. Doctors, medical service and hospital facilities would be solely administered by government, state agencies or other organized groups. Funding would be obtained by philanthropists, assessments or even worse- taxation! Imposed government taxes would create a government bidding system for medical services and supplies- increasing costs. The existing relationships between doctors and patients would shift and the logistical requirements for specialized treatments would also disrupt privacy. The review approving medical attention for the “problems of the sick” would become public instead of honoring the decisions of immediate ones immediate family. <br /><br />The Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB) provision under ObamaCare is completely independent to you and your doctors; the physician who knows your case, evaluates, diagnoses and treats you for your medical conditions. This board is independent to your hospital and Medicare- also independent of Congress, the judiciary, the democratic process, ultimately even the Constitution. It is consisting of 15 unelected bureaucrats confirmed by the Senate. IPAB submits recommendations to Congress to prevent a high growth of national health care expenditures. Essentially micromanaging our health care into rules outside our control.<br /><br />There are many who strongly repeal the “Death Panel” such as the American Medical Association. Many do not agree with the board’s authority and inflexible mandate to impose arbitrary across-the-board cuts to physicians and other providers. Shifting this dynamic could adversely affect access to health care services for those with rare diseases and Medicare patients as well. Many potential consumers do not attend their regular visits, making matters worse, conditions become acute and more expensive to treat. The working class should choose their health insurance based on their needs in a free market with competition for affordable health care benefits for themselves and their children.<br /><br />We can see a clear example of Socialized Medicine given the current health system in the United Kingdom with the case of Charlie Gard. Charlie had a disease called Mitochondrial DNA Depletion Syndrome; which affects cells that provides energy to muscles, kidneys and the brain. His muscles began to become weak rather quickly, yet he was never brain dead. Great Ormond Street Hospital had the power to take them to court and request permission to remove the machines and technology necessary to keep Charlie alive. His parents researched and found hope with seven different experts. One of those experts is Dr. Micho Hirano from CUMC in New York City. Dr. Hirano is a clinical expert of neuromuscular rare diseases; he is also the doctor who treats my son “Arturito.” Arturito is one of 16 patients in the world who are currently being treated for a similar muscular depletion with experimental medication. After administering these experimental medications for my son for nearly four years, and tracking numerous milestones of improvements- I am extremely grateful for the opportunity of this treatment. As a parent advocate with major strides of progress, I visited Charlie Gard’s family in London with my testament and encouraged them to believe in the opportunity and possibility of a cure provided by Dr. Hirano. In the U.S., despite the statistics and potential negative predictions, the health care system does not interfere with my personal decisions and respect our family’s privacy- I am always entitled to pursue my parental rights and so are the other 15 parent who choose to give their child a chance of Life.<br /><br />Charlie’s parents, Connie Yates and Chris Gard have conducted extensive fundraising efforts and have received contributions from over 83,096 individuals/entities to help fund their wish to try experimental medication to save Charlies life. They took matters into their own hands with their GoFundMe page, created a website plus extensive advocating on social media to overcome the challenges caused by the limited funding accessible from their socialized medical system. This system (equivalent to our IPAB) removed parental rights, forbidding these parents their own child’s best interest! Take a moment to interpret these emotions as a parent to a young child – or- toward your elderly parents.<br /><br />On July 28, 2017, just one week before his first birthday- Charlie Gard passed away due to the lack of the experimental medications which could have saved his life. States should pursue patient-centered, market based reforms that get health care back on track. We need a market based competitive health care system to sustain reasonable and affordable plans for everyone regardless of their illnesses. We must respect the privacy and the <em>will</em> of loved-ones. Essentially, from this example- we understand that rare diseases don’t get enough funding for research- but why should that be a reason for a child to die! We’re the United States of America and here- the power of choice, is Freedom!<br /><br />By Art Estopinan - - August 2, 2017<br /><br /><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://twitter.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u%3D5eecfc2a7de6f334f75780027%26id%3D57a53441fb%26e%3De9f432e0a0&source=gmail&ust=1501905478143000&usg=AFQjCNFgyghyWRYr2Jvty4NZH0cDeDooCg" href="http://twitter.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5eecfc2a7de6f334f75780027&id=57a53441fb&e=e9f432e0a0" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #2baadf;">http://www.washingtontimes.<wbr></wbr>com/news/2017/aug/1/charlie-<wbr></wbr>gard-case-shows-dangers-of-<wbr></wbr>socialized-medi/</span></a></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09461157477897274393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108754149113632486.post-82903604988358489482017-07-31T21:06:00.002-07:002017-07-31T21:13:07.212-07:00Sad Day in the UK<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-size: 14px;">Today is a sad day in the United Kingdom for the British people, as well as for supporters of #CharliesFight in the USA. The UK political and grass roots leaders regarding rare diseases should strongly consider revamping their system. There seems to be a lot more questions than answers in this high-profile case. These ultra-rare muscular diseases must be addressed by the qualified doctors specialized in treating these type of conditions, not by their judicial system. Doctor Hirano, for example, is instrumental in the life of Mr. Estopinan’s son, “Arturito” and had provided hope for the parents of Charlie Gard.<br /><br />Regrettably, Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) decided not to perform the recommended experimental medications and disallowed Charlie to fight for his life with the necessary advancements taking place in technology and the exclusive case-studied treatment available. However, we are confident this case is the first of a long series of followers who will continue to support change for the UK judicial system and for GOSH to reconsider treating rare diseases as they should be!<br /><br />Art Estopinan conducted his due diligence as a parent advocate and raised awareness to help these heroic parents. We CONGRATULATE Connie Yates and Chris Gard for their bravery and courage. They have set the stage for other parents to follow in their determined footsteps and find a solution of hope and confidence in the doctors that dedicate their lives to LIFE! May Charlie Rest In Peace!</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09461157477897274393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108754149113632486.post-75659434282903065472017-07-31T21:04:00.002-07:002017-07-31T21:04:38.394-07:00Happy Anniversary!!!!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-size: 14px;">Celebrating our ONE year Anniversary this month!!! The Estopinan Group is proud to announce the anniversary of their establishment in Government Relations, Public Affairs, Business Development and Political Consulting. We've respectfully complied with the congressional rules which require to abide by a one year "cooling off" period for Chief of Staff. This includes Art's former boss, her MENA Sub and sovern entities. <br /><br />Some highlights from our first year includes:</span></div>
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<li style="text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">grateful to work with friends at well established lobbying firm <a href="http://www.alcalde-fay.com/artestopinan" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">Alcalde & Fay</a> in Washington DC</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">working with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/haiti-has-hope-madame-edmonde-beauzile-president-her-vision-art" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">Madame Beauzile</a> in sharing her vision and ideas to rebuild Haiti's economy</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">visiting Seoul, Korea where the <a href="http://us14.campaign-archive2.com/?u=cc78a5be5f7de39c102d32780&id=2433175a02&e=" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">World Peace Summit</a> took place enhancing US-Asia and Eurasia cooperations</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">honoring Art Estopinan for being named Vice President of International Development at <a href="http://sextonscreek.com/team/art-estopinan/" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">Sexton's Creek</a> as part of their government relations team an Indiana based consulting firm</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">extreme efforts for the economic development of Puerto Rico in working with <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerry-weller-5099992b/" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">New World Group Advocacy</a> in favor of tax reform creating jobs on the island and also to prevent the Medicaid cliff</span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">support provided to create awareness regarding the human rights violations under Erdogan's Administration currently in Turkey while working with <a href="http://www.washingtonstrategygroup.org/" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">Washington Strategy Group</a> </span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">working with <a href="http://www.ceoadvisors.us/index.html" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">CEO Advisors</a> and <a href="http://www.vidayexito.net/" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">Vida & Exito</a>, Mr. Roberto Arguello to inform Members of Congress of devastaing economic impact that the NICA Act would have on Nicaragua's fragile economy </span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">actively raising awarenes for</span> <span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-family: arial, "helvetica neue", helvetica, sans-serif;">Mitochondrial disease</span><span style="font-family: "lucida sans unicode", "lucida grande", sans-serif;"> </span>around the world through<a href="http://www.tk2cures.com/" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">TK2Cures</a>; serving as a parent advocate in North Holland at <a href="http://www.enmc.org/publications/workshop-reports/recommendations-treatment-mitochondrial-dna-maintenance-disorders" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">ENMC Conference</a> to give testimony of positive effects of current exp meds for our son, Art Junior and 18 other children around the world; also nucleosides to save <a href="http://www.charliesfight.org/" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">#CharlieGard's</a> life </span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify; text-size-adjust: 100%;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="http://miamiherald.typepad.com/nakedpolitics/2017/05/08/page/2/" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">Art Estopinan</a> is also testing the waters to run for the seat of the upcoming vacancy for the 27th Congressional District in Florida </span></li>
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<span style="font-size: 14px;">We sincerely appreciate your support and look forward in continuing to provide EXCELLENT Results! </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09461157477897274393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108754149113632486.post-3489918598983391062017-07-11T05:59:00.001-07:002017-07-11T05:59:21.837-07:00HOLLAND: In Search of a Cure<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-size: 12px;">An unparalleled experience in the travelled to North Holland this month in hopes of good news while searching for a cure for rare diseases. Absolutely enlightened in a room filled with doctors from all over the world and individuals who vest their maximum effort in experiments and case studies to essentially help those with rare diseases. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12px;"><span style="color: black;">There are premier mitochondrial doctors in the USA waiting to help save Charlies Life- since there is NO support in the United Kingdom from doctors or their government. These parents seek permission to travel with their son for a three-month trial of experimental drugs. During Art's recent visit to the UK, he assisted this family in conducting rallies and in sharing his positive results from experimental medications with his son Arturito. We show our support by pleading... <strong> Let Charlie Go to USA!!!!</strong></span></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09461157477897274393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108754149113632486.post-55706848296046817982017-05-02T02:27:00.000-07:002017-05-02T02:27:06.115-07:00Opportunities in Congress<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">Mr. Estopinan is exploring the opportunity of running for the 27th Congressional District in the State of Florida to follow his former boss, mentor and friend, Congresswoman Ileana Ros- Lehtinen. He had the privilege of serving as a senior advisor to her for twenty-seven years, mainly as her Chief of Staff in the Washington, DC office. "I know first hand the challenges that our community faces, and because of my experience and understanding of how the legislative process works, I will be an effective voice in the United States Congress for South Florida" says Mr. Estopinan. </span><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /><em style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">"There are a host of serious and immediate issues to address in our nation and our community, including: Healthcare Reform saving Medicaid benefits and pre-existing medical conditions; and Tax Reform to allow economic growth and increase jobs for the middle class. There are also environmental concerns that need to be addressed, such as the sea level rising that threatens our shore lines. We must also secure our borders with Immigration Reform; Social Security and Medicare benefits for our Seniors must be protected and Education Reform to ensure that our students, at all levels, are well prepared to compete in today’s global economy- especially in mathematics and sciences. Of equal importance, working with the rest of the Congressional delegation to secure federal funding for transportation to help unclog our roadways which are constantly congested. As far as international issues of importance that I would like to concentrate on from a US National Securities point of view, including: the Safety and Security of the State of Israel, promoting economic growth in the Western Hemisphere, reinforcing our strong alliances in Asia and cementing our long seated relationships in the European Union." </em><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">"The Congresswoman’s shoes are big to fill, however, I am confident that with my previous experience and strong determination I am ready for the task at hand," says Art. This is a timely opportunity and we look forward to the process.</span></b></div>
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<b>Art Estopinan Named Vice President of International Affairs</b></div>
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<b> </b>Indianapolis, Indiana — Sextons Creek is pleased to announce that Art Estopinan has been named Vice President of International Affairs of the consulting and strategic communications firm with offices located in Washington, D.C. and Indianapolis, Indiana. <br />Estopinan is a seasoned veteran in international relations policy having worked in the United States Congress for 27 years, including more than twenty years as Chief of Staff for Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, former Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee. In this capacity Estopinan developed a strong network of contacts on both sides of the aisle and proved his ability to advance important issues through the legislative process. Estopinan resigned from his position with Congresswoman Ros-Lehtinen in June 2016 in order to form The Estopinan Group, a government relations, business development, and political consulting firm. <br />Sextons Creek Vice President and C.0.0., Lindsey Craig, stated "Art brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and expertise in international affairs to Sextons Creek. We are excited to have him lead our efforts internationally and know that he will serve our clients well." <br />Estopinan said, ""It is with great pleasure that I join my good friend Bill Smith whom I have known for a few years in our past worlds. Together we bring experience, effectiveness and a commitment to work hard to meet our client's goals." <br />Sextons Creek serves clients in the areas of government relations, strategic communications, media production, and business development. More information is available online at www.sextonscreek.com.<br />
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President Trump was the guest speaker at the Keynote Dinner. He spoke about tax reform for economic growth, and he is persuasive in directing U.S. companies to keep their jobs in the U.S. He also discussed new frontiers in science and technology.</div>
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A new era of American Greatness is around the corner and the time for action is NOW. We need to stand together, United as Americans. Safety, prospertiy and peace!</div>
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These restrictions intensify the pressure of media to release these new limitations. </span><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">3) Inadequate protection of civilians: In fighting the terrorist PKK, government security fails to focus on the safety for civilians.</span><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #202020; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">4) Overcrowded prisons: compounded by the influx of tens of thousands of new prisoners after the coup attempt.</span><br />
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<tr><td style="text-size-adjust: 100%;"><span style="font-size: 12px;">All American, especially Turkish Americans, should condemn the human rights violations in Turkey under the current President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The U.S. State Department released its 2016 annual report : "Human Rights in Turkey". The report identifies the most significant human rights problems. Here are the top four concerns: <br /><br />1) Inconsistent access to due process: State of emergencies called due to the allowed suspension of some due process protections for terrorist group suspects. <br /><br />2) Government interference with freedom of expression: The governments new restriction include freedom of expression, media or internet. These restrictions intensify the pressure of media to release these new limitations. <br /><br />3) Inadequate protection of civilians.<br /><br />4) Overcrowded prisons: compounded by the influx of tens of thousands of new prisoners after the coup attempt.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 12px;">To read the full report<a href="https://www.state.gov/documents/organization/265694.pdf" style="color: #2baadf; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>click here.</a><a href="https://www.state.gov/documents/organization/265694.pdf" style="color: #2baadf; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank"> </a></span></td></tr>
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There are moments throughout your career
where you significantly benefit from the power of effective
communication and human contact. Throughout the past several days, I
gathered an impressive perspective towards the need that Puerto Rico has
in building their overall economy. From meetings in the White House,
to personally visiting the island; the message of inclusion and equality
is clear.<br />
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Representing New World Group Advocacy with Jerry Weller and Dave
Miller, we meet key members of Congress with the Puerto Rican Private
Sector Coalition to discuss numerous pressing topics. At the top of the
agenda: tax reform legislation to create jobs for Puerto Rico. We also
effectively communicated the need for changes to the Medicaid Cliff and
are fortunate to proceed with briefings to satisfy our ongoing
research. <br />
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Later in Old San Juan, I had the opportunity to interact with
former colleagues and multiple business leaders sharing the same
vision. Attending the Bienvenido Reception for Congressman Sean Duffy
allowed for a gracious conclusion to the visit. Our efforts in
gathering equitable results for the beautiful island of Puerto Rico are
solidified by the simplicity of the human contact and I am eager to see
fruitful results in the very near future.<br />
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The Washington Times Foundation and the Universal Peace Foundation sponsored an impressive World Summit 2017 with political and peace leaders from all corners of the world. <br />
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It was an extraordinary experience to enjoy several days in Seoul, South Korea surrounded by leaders of peace! The World Summit advocates universal morals and principles with a strong commitment to overcoming our differences. The focus is on the simplicity of nature and carrying those common elements that we share; finding creative ways of relating similarities and nurturing an overall sense of interfaith uniting us as families sharing the universe together.<br />
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To embrace these powerful messages- multiple leaders in the civic society from former and current state and government realms were invited to enlighten us with views on human development, peace and security. Addressing the critical challenges of our time was emphasized throughout my visit in Korea. Most discussions revolved around movements to help us understand our differences, because in doing so, we'd realize that the core principles have far more in common.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09461157477897274393noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108754149113632486.post-11809789022558371702017-01-31T03:04:00.001-08:002017-01-31T03:04:27.390-08:00Preparing for Upcoming Agenda Topics<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
With tax reform and repealing Obamacare at the top of the Presidential
and Congressional agenda, this is an exciting time in Washington and all
around the world.<br />
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A comprehensive overhaul of the U.S. tax system was last accomplished in
1986 opined advised that this will be completed during the first
"100 days". The reduction of the corporate tax rate and 100% expensing
of all plants and equipment are long overdue but they will come with the
repeal of many credits and deductions vital to many company's return on
investment and essentially the bottom line.<br />
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President-elect Trump has just referred to the border-adjustment
measures as complex, yet his economic advisors understand the need to
address the infrastructure projects to ultimately find a comfortable
balance in transitioning ahead with the plan to grow the American
economy. This is a concern that will most certainly hit all industries
in one form or another and the specific details of the proposal, like
tax reform generally, will produce winners and losers for decades to
come. Some of the industries that may be greatly impacted are aviation,
banking, construction, electronics, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals,
retail and real estate.<br />
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Recognizing the importance of comprehensive tax reform, particularly in
the international/corporate area I have decided to work on tax related
issues with the New World Public Affairs Group (NWPAG) which specializes
in tax policy.<br />
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The NWPAG is headed by former 14 year Ways and Means member Jerry
Weller. Former Congressman Weller, you will recall, was both an engaged
and effective member of the Committee as well as a key member of the
House leadership. His colleague, David Miller, is a veteran of the 1986
Tax Reform Act (TRA) and has, over the years, represented a variety of
tax related clients including The Limited, the Colonial Williamsburg
Foundation, and American Airlines.<br />
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I am proud to be associated with these professionals; we are happy to
address your concerns and I hope that you will consider a proposal from
us to represent you on this critical issue.<br />
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