Peacemakers Learn Computer Literacy From Veteran Torres
Juan Torres, a military-trained computer expert, leads an 11-person class at the Justice Center aimed at earning A certificates and future tech careers. He stresses Cisco Linux CCNP CISSP training while seeking city funding for exam costs and plans two more sessions.
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Velazquez Joins Nadler at JFK Protesting Muslim Ban
Nydia Velazquez and Jerry Nadler went to JFK to demand the release of Hameed Khalid Darwees, an Iraqi interpreter with US ties, held after the new federal ban on entry from seven Middle Eastern and African countries. Darweesh had been approved for a special immigrant visa on January 20. The action followed President Trump’s January 27 executive order restricting entry and delaying refugee admissions, prompting protests at the airport.
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Velazquez joins women at huge Washington protest
Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez joined the Women’s March in Washington and sister marches nationwide. She outlined a commitment to fighting Republican policies affecting women’s rights healthcare workers and the environment.
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