White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre dodged a question on Tuesday about whether President Joe Biden will release a statement condemning extremist remarks that were made at an Islamic event in Dearborn‚ Michigan‚ late last week.Protesters at International Al-Quds Day event a day that exists to remind the Islamic world of their opposition to Israel and the U.S. chanted death to America! and death to Israel! on the six month anniversary of Hamas October 7 terrorist attack on Israel.Jean-Pierre said that she did not have any intelligence to share about whether officials were concerned about threats to national security involving individuals who participated in the event.When asked if Biden would release a statement about the incident‚ which he has often done when its an issue sensitive to Democrats‚ Jean-Pierre dodged the question.I mean‚ youre hearing from me‚ right? Youre asking me a question. Im answering it and weve been very vigilant about or very consistent about denouncing that type of that type of rhetoric‚ she said.Should we see a should we expect a statement from the president on that? the reporter pressed. It was a pretty significant display.CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APPJean-Pierre responded‚ I mean‚ youre hearing from me. I think thats important. The other part‚ too‚ that I do want to be very clear about you know‚ peaceful protest is something that the president has also been very‚ very clear that is important for to give folks space to peacefully protest‚ but any type of violent rhetoric‚ we are going to denounce..@JacquiHeinrich: Should we see a should we expect a statement from the President on that? It was a pretty significant display.KJP: I mean‚ you';re hearing from me. I think that';s important. The other part‚ too‚ that I do want to be very clear about you know‚ peaceful pic.twitter.com/cVk7prsRjb Curtis Houck (@CurtisHouck) April 9‚ 2024Michigan activist Tarek Bazzi‚ who is affiliated with the Hadi Institute‚ said at the event in Dearborn: We have been asked in the past why our protests on the International Al-Quds Day are so anti-America. Why dont we just focus on Israel and not talk so much about America? Gaza has shown the entire world why their protests are so anti-America. Because its the United States government that provides the funds for all of the atrocities that we just heard about.This is why Imam Khomeini‚ who declared the International Al-Quds Day‚ this is why he would say to pour all of your chants and all of your shouts upon the head of America‚ he continued.As he spoke‚ chants of Death to America! and Death to Israel! broke out.Malcolm X said‚ and I quote: We live in one of the rottenest countries that has ever existed on this Earth‚'; he added. Its not Genocide Joe that has to go‚ it is the entire system that has to go. Any system that would allow such atrocities and devilry to happen and would support it such a system does not deserve to exist on Gods earth. So when these fools ask us if Israel has the right to exist The chant Death to Israel has become the most logical chant shouted across the world today.He also encouraged young children at the event to repeat the genocidal chant: From the river to the sea‚ Palestine will be free.Michigan Imam Usama Abdulghani‚ who is also affiliated with the Hadi Institute‚ said at the event in Dearborn: Imam Khomeini recognized that Israel is an evil settler colonialist project. He realized it was a cancer and he established this day.Israel before this‚ brothers and sisters‚ was a sacred cow. Nobody could criticize Israel. Everybody was terrified of being anti-Semitic‚ he said. Everybody was afraid of them‚ but now the people of conscience very openly will criticize Israel. They recognize Israel for what it is. Israel is ISIS‚ they are Nazis‚ they are fascists‚ they are racists. The people of the world now know this.

An 11-year-old concertgoer had to miss class to see Bruce Springsteen live‚ so Bruce gave the kid a signed note to excuse the absence. The Boss was playing at Chase Center in San Francisco on March 31st when he noticed the kid holding up a poster that read‚ SKIPPING SCHOOL SIGN MY NOTE? In true Bruce Springsteen form‚ he did as she asked. Bruce Springsteen signing a note so that a young fan could skip school to attend his concert few days ago in San Francisco.#BruceSpringsteen pic.twitter.com/BxgJDreJjn Rock History (@historyrock_) April 8‚ 2024 Bruce took the note and read it with a smile on his face. Then he proudly showed it off to the crowd before kneeling and penning his name. Before he handed it back to the excited fan‚ he blew her a kiss.That wasnt the first time the singer had given students permission to miss school to see or meet him. In 2016‚ he signed another note for a boy who played hooky to get his copy of Born to Run signed by the Boss. According to ABC‚ Bruce met the 10-year-old boy at a signing event in Philadelphia. He brought along a pre-typed letter reading‚ Dear Principal Brown‚ please excuse Michael Fenerty from being late or absent today. He came to the Free Library of Philadelphia to meet me and to get a copy of my book. Very Truly‚ Bruce Springsteen. Bruce‚ of course‚ added his signature at the bottom of the page. Michaels father‚ Mike‚ told the publication that Bruce lit up when he noticed his son in line. Before finding out about the note‚ he high-fived Michael‚ hugged him‚ and posed for a picture. The student then took advantage of the moment and handed him a pen and the letter before asking‚ Bruce would you sign my absence note?Sure‚ Ill sign it! Mike recalled him answering. But he said he had to read it because thats how he got in trouble with his first contract. He signed the note and we left‚ and it was awesome.For those who are wondering‚ the school gladly gave Michael an excused absence. This storys featured image isby Amy Sussman/Getty Images.The post Bruce Springsteen Stops Concert &;amp; Gives Young Fan Signed Permission To Skip School For His Show appeared first on InspireMore.

Thailand is on the verge of making history by becoming the first Southeast Asian nation to officially recognize non-heterosexual unions and the second Asian country after Taiwan. With overwhelming support‚ the draft amendment known as the Marriage Equality Bill is gaining traction‚ indicating a substantial change toward inclusivity and equality.Ann Chumaporn‚ a gender diversity campaigner‚ emphasizes the significance of this event‚ and the couples taking part in it‚ saying‚ They will register their marriages at a historic moment. This sentiment is shared by couples like Maple and her partner‚ who are looking forward to formalizing their partnerships.Maple‚ half of one of the 142 couples preparing to register their same-sex marriages‚ expresses her excitement: I really cant wait for the bill to take effect. For her‚ this legislation acknowledges and validates her family‚ which includes her daughter andtransgender partner.The benefits of marriage equalityThe Marriage Equality Bill holds hope for LGBTQIA+ people by ensuring they are treated equally under the law. This includes the ability to make medical decisions for their spouses‚ represent them in legal situations‚ and seek spousal benefits‚ among other things.Maple emphasizes the importance of legal recognition‚ particularly in financial aspects‚ and expresses her fears regarding asset ownership in the event of separation. She anticipates a future in which she and her partner will have the same rights and advantages as any other married couple‚ including the ability to adopt.The long journey toward acceptanceThe journey to marital equality in Thailand has been long and difficult. Proposals to recognize same-sex couples date back to 2001 and were initially met with hostility in a conservative society. However‚ the persistence of champions like Ann Chumaporn has resulted in tremendous development over time.Reflecting on the experience‚ Ann underlines the need for ongoing work to secure full acceptance and rights for LGBTQIA+ individuals and families.Addressing remaining challengesWhile the Marriage Equality Bill represents a big step forward‚ proponents emphasize the need for additional reforms. Ann emphasizes the importance of language in legislation‚ calling for inclusive terminology such as parents that represent the complexity of modern families. In addition‚ she advocates for changes to assisted reproduction legislation to accommodate same-sex couples parental rights.Is gender equality good for business?Beyond social development‚ proponents see economic opportunities in Thailands embrace of gender diversity. Ann forecasts increased LGBTQIA+ tourism and commercial prospects‚ placing Thailand as a top destination for diversity and inclusiveness. She feels this will boost the economy and the countrys global reputation.Maple shares this perspective‚ realizing that industries like cosmetic surgery may thrive in a more open atmosphere.Thailands progress toward marriage equality represents a victory for LGBTQIA+ rights and a move toward a more prosperous and inclusive society.The post Thailand advancesLGBTQIA+ rights first appeared on The Optimist Daily: Making Solutions the News.

In an effort to revolutionize dementia diagnosis‚ two large studies are planned to take place across the UK‚ offering thousands of concerned individuals blood testing targeted at detecting early indications of cognitive deterioration. These trials‚ led by teams from the University of Oxford and University College London‚ seek to address current diagnostic problems and increase access to timely care.Challenges incurrent diagnostic methodsCurrently‚ diagnosing dementia in the UK frequently entails mental ability tests‚ brain imaging‚ or invasive lumbar punctures‚ which causes delays and uncertainty for patients and their families. According to Fiona Carragher‚ the director of research and influencing at the Alzheimers Society‚ Dementia is the UKs biggest killer‚ yet a third of people living with dementia dont have a diagnosis‚ which means theyre not able to access care and support.The role of blood tests in revolutionizing diagnosisBlood tests provide a possible alternative‚ as they are less expensive and less invasive than other methods for detecting proteins associated with dementia. If successful‚ these tests could considerably accelerate the diagnostic process‚ allowing for earlier intervention and treatment. Dr. Sheona Scales of Alzheimers Research UK underlines the potential impact‚ saying‚ We need to see this same step change in dementia‚ which is the greatest health challenge facing the UK.Collaborative efforts and financial supportAlzheimers Research UK‚ the Alzheimers Society‚ and the Peoples Postcode Lottery have collaborated and provided funds to make the trials possible. With 5 million ($6.3 million) in funding‚ researchers hope to investigate the usefulness of blood tests in real-world settings‚ with the ultimate goal of incorporating them into ordinary NHS treatments.Over the course of five years‚ over 50 memory clinics in the UK will provide blood testing to about 5‚000 volunteers. Dr. Jonathan Schott‚ leading one of the trials‚ emphasizes the significance of this endeavor‚ stating‚ We can look to bring cutting-edge blood tests for diagnosing dementia within the NHS. And this will be key to widening access to groundbreaking new treatments that are on the horizon.The post Thousands of people in the UK to receive landmark trials for dementia blood tests first appeared on The Optimist Daily: Making Solutions the News.

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