The weekend started for leaders at the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) with an executive order by President Donald J. Trump banning those from seven predominantly Muslim countries from coming to the United States. It ended with the obtaining of a stay against the order from federal judge Ann M. Donnelly, a large influx of grassroots support and $35 million in donations from Friday through Monday.
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Boy Scouts Reverse Transgender Policy
Boy Scouts of America (BSA) will accept members based on the gender identification provided in an individual’s application, opening the door to allowing transgender boys into the century-old organization. “After weeks of significant conversations at all levels of our organization, we realized that referring to birth certificates as the reference point is no longer sufficient,” Chief Scout Executive Mike Surbaugh said in a two-minute video posted on the BSA website yesterday.
Opinion: A Survival Guide For The Lobbying Fly-In
My first hill day, now called fly-ins, was during the late 1980s. I am still moved by the stirring testament to our democracy and dedication to missions they represent. “Visiting Capitol Hill is akin to being at the airport. It is best to arrive early, expect last-minute changes and delays and be of good cheer,” communication expert Ed Barks advised association executives.