#Jr. Chamber of Commerce

[mudwerks]

Winter sports festival, Jr. Chamber of Commerce, Recreation Department, sponsors (LOC)

Iowa Art Project, WPA, 1940.

#Winter sports festival #Jr. Chamber of Commerce #Recreation Department #LOC #vintage #art #Iowa Art Project #WPA #1940

[pressnewsagencyllc]

Dallas welcomes 2024 U.S.-Africa Business Summit, promoting Africa-US trade and investment

Dallas to host 2024 U.S.-Africa Business Summit, promoting trade and investment between Africa and U.S. John Olajide, Axxess; Board Chair, CCA and Florizelle Liser, President & CEO, CCA Florizelle Liser, President & CEO of Corporate Council on Africa, led a planning team to Dallas, Texas to meet with the business community, city government, and visit the venues for the 2024 U.S.-Africa Business…

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#2024 U.S.-Africa Business Summit #Corporate Council on Africa #Dallas #Dallas Regional Chamber of Commerce #Florizelle Liser #John Olajide #Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center #Ross Perot Jr. #TEXAS #Visit Dallas! travel & tourism promotion team

[chickensarentcheap]

Rachel in episode 3 of Accused.  

Good feed for the muse also!

******

Fandom:  Extraction

OC Name: Esme Drummond/Rake

Partner/SO: Tyler Rake

Age: (in the new fic) 29.     In “Never Gonna Be Alone”: 41

Birthplace: Snowmass, Colorado, USA

Currently resides: In Never Gonna Be Alone: Cooktown, Queensland, Australia.  In Lost and Found: The Kimberley, Australia (the most northern of western Australia’s nine regions)

Height: Five foot one inch

Weight:  120 lbs 

Gender: female

Identifies as: bisexual

Family: (as of “Never Gonna Be Alone”) Tyler Rake (husband),  children: Amelia, 12 (Millie), TJ (Tyler James Rake Jr) and Tanner , 10,  Declan 8, Adeline (Addie) 6,  Brooklyn and Takota, 4

Occupation:  Former intel specialist USMC,  former black market intel specialist (under the High Table),  former black market intel specialist (under Nik Khan),  currently (in NGBA) a silent partner in Tyler’s mercenary business, owner of ‘Turn the Page’ bookstore, and runs a little business (called ‘Seven Holigans’ ) from home selling handmade baby clothes, blankets, hats, mitts etc etc etc.  She also is vice president of the Cooktown Business Improvement Area and secretary for the Chamber of Commerce.

Interests:  gardening, baking,  crocheting, sewing,  buying old pieces of furniture and refurbishing and modernizing them,  paddle boarding, swimming, hiking, camping, bike riding. Loves cheesy 80s and 90s movies and pop music,  and reality tv shows.

Personality:  Esme is a ‘forever optimist’ as Tyler refers to her. A social butterfly who is well loved in their community and by the tourists who visit her store (she was featured in magazines and a ‘places to visit in Australia’ documentary) where she doesn’t just sell books, but homemade pies, cakes, muffins, cookies and other various goodies.   She is warm and friendly and a little too trustworthy.   She is highly intelligent and has a quick and playful wit, but can be cutting and hurtful if deserved.   She describes herself as ‘slightly neurotic with a hefty serving of anxiety’.  She is compassionate and understanding, but do not cross her.  Do not betray her confidence or hurt her family in any way. She may be small, but she can more than hold her own and won’t think twice about enacting revenge.

Background: a graduate of Arizona State University, Esme holds a degree in psychology.  Served in the USMC as an intel specialist in Iraq and Afghanistan.  Married a superior from USMC who was sixteen years her senior, but the relationship crumbled due to abuse (of all kinds). She met Tyler through Nik Khan, who -in a tweaked storyline from the first Extraction- needed the two of them to team up in Dhaka to find Ovi so Tyler could then extract him. After the incident on the bridge,  Esme stayed by Tyler’s first in a Mumbai hospital and then one in Sydney, Australia.   In the series, they settled down in Sydney after his release and that year she gave birth to their first, a daughter they named Amelia Grace Rake.

In ‘Lost and Found’, they lived in Tyler’s shack (featured in the movie) in The Kimberley.  They eventually (after a four-year separation) settle in Broome. 

Find Esme here: https://archiveofourown.org/users/Chickensarentcheap/pseuds/Chickensarentcheap

@tragiclyhip, @youflickedtooharddamnit, @secretaryunpaid, @appletreesinwinter, @thesirenrealm, @asirensrage, @munstysmind, @residentdormouse, @mrsmungus, @themaradaniels, @ocappreciationtag, @starryeyes2000, @ninjasawakenedmystar

#Tyler and Esme series #Esme Rake #Tyler Rake fan fiction #Extraction fan fiction

[theculturedmarxist]

"Attack on American Free Enterprise System"

That about adding Regan's inauguration got me to thinking. I wonder of there's a correlation between the recipients of The Powell Memo and financial contributors to Ronald Reagan's election campaign.

On August 23, 1971, less than two months before he was nominated to serve as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States, Lewis F. Powell, Jr. mailed a confidential memorandum to his friend Eugene B. Sydnor, Jr., Chair of the Education Committee of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The memo was titled Attack On American Free Enterprise System and outlined ways in which business should defend and counter attack against a "broad attack" from "disquieting voices."

Initially the memo was viewed, and praised, by only a select few within the Chamber. That all changed on September 28 & 29, 1972, when the leaked document was the topic of negative treatment in syndicated newspaper columnist Jack Anderson's Washington Merry Go Round. With quotations from the document now public, the Chamber published it in full in Washington Report, the Chamber's newsletter. An off-print of the memo was made available to anyone requesting it from the Chamber.

Interest in the memorandum was revived in the early 1990s. The Alliance for Justice's 1993 report, Justice for Sale, mentions it prominently. The case for the memo being a seminal document in the neoconservative movement in the U.S. was made in 2000 with the publication of John B. Judis’s The Paradox of American Democracy. The Internet became a medium for access to the memo and for posting articles about it. Mediatransparency.org was one of the first World Wide Web sites to feature the memo, as was the official site of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Today the memo is both credited as having "changed America" and scorned as being "far out of touch with the concerns and structures of the current right."

Whatever it's influence, it has been and remains today the single most requested document in the Lewis F. Powell, Jr. Papers. On the fortieth anniversary of its creation, the Powell Archives has here assembled links to the memo and related documents from the Powell Papers. Lyman Johnson, Robert O. Bentley professor of law at Washington and Lee university School of Law, also wrote this piece in commemoration of this anniversary.

#powell memo #ronald reagan #reactionary politics #capitalism #class war

[pompanohistory]

Dr. Louis B. Fisher Jr. Obit

Benny, a Native Floridian and third generation of Pompano Beach, FL, was born on June 21, 1936 . . .  into the Fisher/Lyons family, one of the pioneers of Pompano Beach. He graduated as a “Bean Picker” from Pompano Beach High School and continued his education at the University of Miami, where he was conferred a Bachelor of Arts degree with honors in 1961. Subsequently, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate for his benevolence with so many humanitarian causes.

Benny was ordained as a Southern Baptist pastor and began his ministry in Loxahatchee, FL. He pastored several churches over the course of 17 years. As the associate pastor for the First Baptist Church of West Palm Beach, Benny was one of the founders of Palm Beach Atlantic University in 1968.

Vocationally, Benny was a member of the 1972 graduating class at Reisch Auction College and a graduate of the Certified Auctioneers Institute in 1981. He turned his father’s real estate company into one of the most renowned auction firms in the country.

Benny served as Board Member, Vice-President, and President of the Florida Auctioneers Association; Director of the National Auctioneers Association; and was a member of The Hundred Club of Broward County since 1988. In 1995, Benny was presented with the Lewis C. Dell Award by his fellow members of the Florida Auctioneers Association. However, the culmination of his career came in 2004 where he was inducted into the National Auctioneers Hall of Fame by 7,000 of his colleagues and peers.

Benny’s other accolades include Florida State Bid Calling Champion twice (1980 and 1985); World Champion of Champions (2000); and the first-ever Businessman of the Year Award from the Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce in 1990.

Benny was known for his impeccable fashion sense - he was never seen without his quintessential suit and tie and hat. His charismatic personality led him to never meet a stranger, and he always took the opportunity to share the word of the Lord. In his most recent years, Benny enjoyed writing and delivering speeches, mentoring, socializing and reminiscing with friends and family.

Benny is preceded by his father and mother, Louis B. Fisher, Sr. and Inez Lyons Fisher; his brother, H.L. Fisher; and his loving wife of 58 years, Barbara Blue Fisher. He is survived by his aunt, Barbara Lyons Platts; his sisters, Marilyn Virginia Wolf and Mary Francis Whidden; his nephew, Ben Whidden (Meggan); his sons, Louis B. Fisher III (Mitzi) and Lamar Paul Fisher, Sr. (Suzan); his grandchildren, Louis B. Fisher IV “B.J.”, Patricia Fisher McGrath (Tom), and Lamar “Paul” Fisher, Jr. (Molly); and his great-granddaughter, Madison Sue McGrath.

The viewing will be held on Thursday, May 19, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Pompano Beach, 138 NE 1st St, Pompano Beach, FL 33060.

The funeral service will be held on Friday, May 20, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Pompano Beach, 138 NE 1st Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33060.

[theadventureofhistorygirl]

As we come into the first weekend of Juneteenth being a Federal Holiday, I am asking my fellow white folks to please be mindful of the reason of the day and how you choose to use it. Here are some thoughtful things you can do this Juneteenth weekend.

-Read up on the history of Juneteenth. PBS's Black History Blog with Henry Louis Gates, Jr

has a good explanation here: https://www.pbs.org/wnet/african-americans-many-rivers-to-cross/history/what-is-juneteenth/

- Visit the website of the Smithsonian's National Museum of the African American and watch footage of an early Juneteenth celebration from 1925. https://www.searchablemuseum.com/solomon-sir-jones-film-juneteenth-parade-beaumont-tx-1925

- Commit to becoming more antiracist by doing work on yourself. Here are some books to get you started. https://nymag.com/strategist/article/anti-racist-reading-list.html

- Read about Juneteenth with your kids. Here's a list of books for young ones about Juneteenth. https://coloursofus.com/10-childrens-books-celebrating-juneteenth/

- Do some shopping with locally owned Black small businesses and restaurants. Here is a list of useful directories from the US Chamber of Commerce. https://www.uschamber.com/co/start/strategy/black-owned-businesses-directories

[pasoroblesdailynews]

Shop local at Jr. CEO business day in Atascadero this Sunday

Over 30 local students participating in the Jr. CEO program will showcase their products and services – The Atascadero Chamber of Commerce is hosting the second annual Jr. CEO Business Day on Sunday, Mar. 24. Over 30 elementary and junior high students participating in the Jr. CEO program will showcase their products and services at the event, located next to LOL Yogurt in downtown Atascadero…

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[lboogie1906]

Congressman Sanford Dixon Bishop Jr. (born February 4, 1947) in Mobile. His father, Sanford Bishop, Sr., was the first president of Bishop State Community College, and his mother, Minnie, was a librarian. He attended Morehouse College, earning a BA and receiving a JD from Emory University. He was given an honorable discharge from the Army’s Advanced Reserve Officers Training School.

He moved to Columbus, Georgia, where he established the law firm of Bishop and Buckner. He was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives and remained there until 1990. He then served a two-year term in the Georgia Senate before being elected to the House of Representatives in 1992. He has served on the House Intelligence Committee, and the Agriculture Committee and is a permanent member of the House Veterans Affairs Committee. He serves on the House Appropriations Committee and is the chairman of the Democratic House Task Force on Homeland Security. He has worked hard to promote agriculture, as well as to increase job opportunities and promote foreign trade.

He is active on several committees, including the Congressional Black Caucus, the National Security Caucus, and the Council on Foreign Relations. He has received numerous awards, including the Spirit of Enterprise Award from the US Chamber of Commerce; the Man of the Year Award from the Men’s Progressive Club of Columbus, and the Friend of the Children Award from the Child Advocacy Coalition. As an Eagle Scout, he has been honored by the Boy Scouts of America for his distinguished career achievement. He and his wife, Vivian, have one daughter. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence #kappaalphapsi

[wutbju]

James D. (Jim) Edwards, Jr., former top executive with Arthur Andersen & Co. and influential Atlanta civic leader, died July 15, 2023, in Tallahassee, Florida. He was 79.

A loving husband and father, Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Sharon Bordelon Edwards, son David Lee Edwards of Charlotte, NC, sister Carolyn Edwards Smith (Larry) of Greenville, SC, two grandchildren, Mary Zipporah Edwards of Charlotte, NC, and David Basile Edwards of Washington, DC, nephew, Ryan Smith of Greenville, SC, and nieces Nicole Ferris of Jupiter, FL, and Erin Adams of Tallahassee, FL.

Jim was the son of Dr. James D. Edwards and Elizabeth Reynolds Edwards, and was born in Cleveland, TN, on November 4, 1943, and raised in Greenville, SC. He graduated first in his senior class from Bob Jones Academy, where he was elected senior class president and president of the student body. He graduated with a degree in Accounting, with honors, from Bob Jones University in Greenville, SC.

Jim spent his entire professional career with the public accounting firm Arthur Andersen & Co. He was hired as a staff accountant in 1964 and began a stellar rise that would lead to the No. 3 position in an organization with more than 85,000 employees operating in 84 countries. Before he reached the age of 30, he was admitted to partnership in 1973, making him the youngest ever to achieve this level. In 1979, he became the Managing Partner of the Atlanta office and ushered in an era of unprecedented growth. During his tenure, the office prospered and expanded from less than 400 to more than 900 professional employees. Arthur Andersen, as the largest such firm in Atlanta, grew to nearly twice the size of their closest competitors, and were auditors of over 40% of the top 50 public companies in Georgia. In 1987, when he was 44 years old, Jim became responsible for managing North American operations comprising 85 offices and 20,000 employees, and was elevated to Arthur Andersen's Executive Committee. In 1989, he became Managing Partner for North and South America. Until his retirement in 2002, he served as Managing Partner for Global Markets.

Jim was generous in devoting time and resources to numerous civic and charitable organizations in the city he loved - Atlanta, Georgia. His service included terms as Board member or Chairman of numerous nonprofit organizations, including Central Atlanta Progress, Metropolitan United Way, Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, Metro Atlanta Salvation Army, Atlanta Junior Achievement, National Junior Achievement, Woodruff Arts Center, and the Cousins Family Foundation.

At the conclusion of his career with Arthur Andersen, Jim served on the Board of Directors of various publicly traded companies, including IMS Health, Inc., Crawford & Company, Cousins Properties, Inc., Huron Consulting Group, and Transcend Services, Inc.

Jim enjoyed competing in tennis and was the perennial champion of the Atlanta Country Club members' tournament. Golf was another favorite pastime, with annual trips to Scotland to play the old courses, and frequent rounds played with his wife at their home courses on Spring Island, SC, and Placida, FL. When he turned 50, he celebrated by making a coast-to-coast motorcycle trip from the Statue of Liberty in New York City to the Santa Monica pier in California. In later years, he enjoyed hiking in Colorado and spent many summer months there.

Jim was a man of rare qualities, capabilities, and interests. His life exemplified success achieved through dedication, integrity, and hard work. His professional accomplishments, outstanding character and sterling personal conduct inspired and impressed his employees, peers, business associates, and virtually everyone who came to know him. He made immense and lasting contributions to his employer, community, family and those who were fortunate to be his friend. In his passing, the world lost a true leader and a man of accomplishments; one who lived a principled life, faithfully followed Christ, and rejoiced in helping others.

A memorial service will be held at the Saint Mark United Methodist Church of Atlanta at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 24, 2023. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made, in memory of James D. Edwards, to Mayo Clinic for Alzheimer's Research, Mayo Clinic Florida, 4500 San Pablo Road, Jacksonville, Florida 32224.

#Bob Jones University #BJU Hall of Fame #2023 #Obituary #BJU Alumni Association #Class of 1964 #James D. Edwards #Royal Family #Arthur Andersen #United Methodist Church

[harrystormauthor]

HARRY'S CROOK OF THE YEAR AND CHAMBER LEGACY WINNER 2023 ARE THE SAME!!

You gotta love it. The Chamber of Commerce is going to make County Judge Scott Felton a hero and give him the 2024 Thomas G. Salome Jr. Legacy Award. For what I have no clue because County Judge Scott Felton is my CROOK OF THE YEAR. You just got to love a place that never questions a rich man in office, OR, a perceived rich man in office, or a man with a RICH ex brother in law and the obvious…

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[realtorjamier]

Things to do in July in the DMV!

July is hot – and we’re not just talking fireworks. Outdoor fun is abundant around here. Whether you believe that the U.S. is a melting pot or a salad bowl, our area is home to a delicious mix of cultures and experiences. Check out these activities to know where to go and what to expect.

July 1

Family Ice Cream Social at Heritage Frederick Heritage Frederick Garden Located behind the big white house/museum at 24 East Church Street Frederick, Md.

This FREE ice cream social from 1 to 4 p.m. is happening compliments of the volunteers of Heritage Frederick. Ice cream will be served and good old fashioned games 

July 1

DC Black Food and Wine Festival 2700 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE Washington, DC

Savor the samplings from Black-owned food and wine vendors and enjoy live performances at this event that brings together the best of African-American cuisine and culture.

July 1

A Taste of the DMV REPUBLIQ 2122 24th Place NE Washington, DC

This food and cultural festival is for ages 21 and older and features craft drinks, a beer garden, wine tastings, live art and music, contests, games and entertainment. Foods include Latin, French, African, Greek, Asian, Italian, and more.

July 2

The Biggest Cookout Ever

Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods 10431 Little Patuxent Parkway Columbia, Md.

The Biggest Cookout Ever is an outdoor food festival for guests 21 years or older. This ultimate cookout experience promotes inclusivity, diversity, and community.

July 7 – 9

Romanian Weekend at The Wharf 760 Maine Ave SW Washington, DC

Organized by the Romanian Embassy and the Romanian Cultural Institute, this weekend event highlights Romanian culture – old and new – and includes folk music and dancing, jazz and hip-hop, traditional crafts demonstrations, literary performances, culinary presentations, wine tasting, and more. 

July 8

USA/Alexandria Birthday Celebration Oronoco Bay Park 100 Madison St. Alexandria, Va.

The City of Alexandria celebrates its 274th birthday and the USA’s 247th birthday on Sat., July 8, with a performance by the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra and a grand finale fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. Enjoy the big birthday experience including cupcakes, local vendors, and live music.

July 15

Key West Fest Breaux Vineyards 36888 Breaux Vineyards Lane Purcellville, Va.

Whether you feel like “lei”-ing out or dancing, the Key West Fest at Breaux’s has everything you need to cool off while enjoying fun in the sun. Food and craft vendors, live music, and of course, fine wine all add to the experience.

July 15

Archaeology Family Day George Washington’s Mount Vernon 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway Mount Vernon, Va.

Meet a Mount Vernon archaeologist and explore how archaeology has shaped what we know about George and Martha Washington and the enslaved people who lived at Mount Vernon.

July 21

Don McLean American Pie 50th Anniversary Tour Birchmere Music Hall 3701 Mt. Vernon Ave. Alexandria, Va.

Grammy-award honoree, Songwriters Hall of Fame member, and BBC Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Don McLean will bring his American Pie 50th Anniversary Tour to the Birchmere Music Hall. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of one of the most iconic songs and albums ever this year, McLean will entertain fans and prove that “Bye-bye, Miss American Pie” will forever remain a classic staple in music. 

July 22

The Raid: Minute-by-Minute at Harpers Ferry Allies for Freedom Room 801 Shenandoah St. Harpers Ferry, W.V.

Step back in time with this presentation that looks at the 36 hours of the raid, dissecting the movements of all 21 raiders and John Brown.

July 22

La Placita DMV Gateway Pavilion 2700 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE Washington, DC

This vibrant celebration of Puerto Rican culture and community features live performances, food trucks, artisans and craft vendors, cabezudos (head puppets), and DOMINAZO, a domino tournament in partnership with the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Domino USA.

July 22

Purcellville Wine & Food Festival Dillon’s Woods Purcellville, Va.

Head to the heart of DC’s wine country for this event and enjoy food and snack vendors, live music, artists – and of course, fine wine.

July 22

Colombian Festival The Catholic University of America University Garage 3598 John McCormack Rd. NE Washington, DC

Dance, art, food and folklore galore, this festival celebrates Colombian culture, art, gastronomy, and music.

July 28

Outlaw Music Festival Merriweather Post Pavilion Columbia, Md.

The 2023 Outlaw tour celebrates Willie Nelson’s legendary life and legacy in his milestone 90th birthday year. The Maryland tour includes Willie Nelson & Family, Nathaniel Rateliff and The Night Sweats, Kurt Vile and The Violators, and more.

July 31 to Aug. 3

Twilight History for Youth Fredericksburg, Va.

Children ages 8 to 12 learn hands-on 18th-century skills, trades, and recipes during four nights, at four historic sites in Fredericksburg, Va. They’ll explore the Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop, the Rising Sun Tavern, the Mary Washington House, and the Mary Washington Monument.

#jamierichards #realtorjamier #realestate #realestateagent #realestatetips #things to do #things to do in july #july #july in the dmv #things to do in the dmv

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[ledenews]

#belmontcounty #BrookeCounty #LunchWithLeaders #MarshallCounty #ohiocounty #UpperOhioValley #WheelingChamber

[cyarskaren52]

Chaos inWashington D.C.

LIVEMob Storms the Capitol

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Business Leaders Condemn Violence on Capitol Hill: ‘This Is Sedition’

Hours after supporters of President Trump stormed the Capitol, industry groups and C.E.O.s called for an end to the chaos.

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By Emily Flitter, Gillian Friedman, Kellen Browning and David Gelles

Jan. 6, 2021Updated 6:56 p.m. ET

Business groups and leaders of large corporations condemned the violence on Capitol Hill that disrupted efforts to certify the election of President-elect Joseph R. Biden Jr. on Wednesday.

Hours after supporters of President Trump forced lawmakers from the floors of the Senate and House of Representatives, the Business Roundtable, a group of chief executives from some of the nation’s largest companies, called on the president and other officials to “put an end to the chaos and facilitate the peaceful transition of power.”

“The chaos unfolding in the nation’s capital is the result of unlawful efforts to overturn the legitimate results of a democratic election,” the organization posted on Twitter.

The National Association of Manufacturers, one of the country’s largest lobbying groups, suggested that Vice President Mike Pence should consider invoking a provision of the 25th Amendment that allows members of the president’s cabinet to temporarily remove him from power.

“Anyone indulging conspiracy theories to raise campaign dollars is complicit,” the association said. “Vice President Pence, who was evacuated from the Capitol, should seriously consider working with the cabinet to invoke the 25th Amendment to preserve democracy.”

“This is sedition,” the group said of the actions of the mob, and said Mr. Trump had incited the violence.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce also denounced the violence.

“The attacks against our nation’s Capitol building and our democracy must end now,” said Thomas J. Donohue, the chamber’s chief executive, in a statement. “The Congress of the United States must gather again this evening to conclude their constitutional responsibility to accept the report of the Electoral College.”

“Today’s riots are repugnant and fly in the face of the most basic tenets of our Constitution,” said Matthew Shay, the president chief executive of the National Retail Federation, the world’s largest retail trade association.

Other business leaders spoke out individually, though many avoided calling out the president and other politicians by name. “I strongly condemn the violence in our nation’s capital,” Jamie Dimon, the chief executive of JPMorgan Chase, said in a statement on Wednesday afternoon.

“Our elected leaders have a responsibility to call for an end to the violence, accept the results and, as our democracy has for hundreds of years, support the peaceful transition of power,” he said. “Now is the time to come together to strengthen our exceptional union.”

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Jan. 6, 2021, 6:59 p.m. ET

Mitt Romney says Trump incited an ‘insurrection’ at the Capitol.

In photos: A mob’s costumes foreshadow its actions.

The entire D.C. National Guard has been mobilized.

The chief executive of Wells Fargo, Charles Scharf, called on leaders to “come together to address the divisions in our society.”

“We must embark on the peaceful transition of power to President-elect Biden,” he said.

Michael Corbat, the chief executive of Citigroup, said he was “disgusted by the actions of those who have stormed the U.S. Capitol in an effort to disrupt the certification of the Electoral College.”

The chief executive of Bank of America, Brian Moynihan, called the events “appalling” and said they “underscore the urgent need for all Americans to unite behind one of our most cherished principles: the peaceful transfer of power.”

Sundar Pichai, the chief executive of Alphabet, Google’s parent company, said the events were “shocking and scary for all of us” in an email to employees that was obtained by The New York Times.

“The lawlessness and violence occurring on Capitol Hill today is the antithesis of democracy and we strongly condemn it,” Mr. Pichai said.

Tim Ryan, the chief executive of the accounting firm PwC, formerly known as PricewaterhouseCoopers, was addressing staff during a previously planned webcast as the Capitol was stormed, prompting him to tell employees what was happening.

“Our Capitol building has been stormed by protesters that are resisting our democratic process and are threatening violence,” Mr. Ryan said, according to the company. “I think it is safe to say that this is a surreal day that will go down in our country’s history, and it is devastating to watch these events unfold right before our eyes.”

Dan Schulman, the president and chief executive of PayPal, called the events “shocking and disturbing” and said they violated “the very foundation of our democracy.”

“IBM condemns today’s unprecedented lawlessness and we call for it to end immediately,” Arvind Krishna, the company’s chairman and chief executive, posted on Twitter.

Labor unions also denounced the violence.

Mary Kay Henry, the head of the Service Employees International Union, said the violence was about “wielding the power of whiteness to threaten what we hold dear — the chance for families of every race to thrive.”

Richard Trumka, the president of the A.F.L.-C.I.O., posting on Twitter, called the actions an “attempted coup.”

“We are witnessing one of the greatest assaults on our democracy since the Civil War,” he said.

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[citylifeorg]

Black Health Matters Summit and Expo Comes to Harlem Week

“Where Health Meets Heritage”FREE SCREENINGS AND HEALTH WORKSHOPS On Thursday, August 17th, 2023, the Black Health Matters Harlem Week Health Summit & Expo will be held at the historic Alhambra Ballroom, 2116 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd., New York, NY 10027, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM EST. BHM has teamed up with the Harlem Chamber of Commerce and Harlem Week to offer this free, one-day health…

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