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National Press Club Statement on China's Delay Of Verdict In Yuyu Dong Case

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the decision by China to delay a verdict in sentencing well-known Chinese journalist, Yuyu Dong for alleged acts of espionage.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the decision by China to delay a verdict in sentencing well-known Chinese journalist, Yuyu Dong for alleged acts of espionage.
  • But, delaying the verdict in the espionage case of journalist Yuyu Dong may signal a new and very dangerous era has begun.
  • On behalf of all National Press Club members and journalists everywhere, we call on China to end this delayed verdict and send Mr. Dong home. "
  • The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged, global, citizenry,  through an independent and free press.

Foundation for Opioid Response Efforts (FORE) Announces $1.3 Million in Grants to Sesame Workshop and the American Academy of Pediatrics to Fight Youth Opioid and Overdose Crisis

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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Washington, DC, Sept. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Foundation for Opioid Response Efforts (FORE) today announced grants totaling $1,341,000 to Sesame Workshop and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for initiatives to fight the opioid and overdose crisis that is devastating America’s youth.

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  • Washington, DC, Sept. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Foundation for Opioid Response Efforts (FORE) today announced grants totaling $1,341,000 to Sesame Workshop and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for initiatives to fight the opioid and overdose crisis that is devastating America’s youth.
  • “Drug overdose deaths among US adolescents and young adults have significantly increased in recent years, largely due to fentanyl, xylazine, and other adulterated substances.
  • "When a parent struggles with addiction, the whole family struggles," said Jeanette Betancourt, Ed.D., senior vice president of U.S. Social Impact, Sesame Workshop.
  • Pediatricians, including adolescent medicine physicians, are on the front lines of the opioid crisis affecting children and young adults.

National Press Club Opens Registration for the Run for Austin 5K on Nov. 18

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Registration for the Run for Austin Virtual 5K opens today to all runners and walkers eager to participate.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Registration for the Run for Austin Virtual 5K opens today to all runners and walkers eager to participate.
  • "It's outrageous that these two American journalists, who were simply doing their jobs in Syria and Russia, continue to languish in detention," said National Press Club President Eileen O'Reilly.
  • Event proceeds will go to the Austin Tice Fund at the National Press Club Journalism Institute , the Club's nonprofit affiliate.
  • The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through an independent and free press.

National Press Club Statement on Mexican Journalist Jesus Gutierrez Vergara Killed In Sonora

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement by Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the murder of Mexican journalist Jesus Gutierrez Vergara near the border with Arizona on Saturday.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement by Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the murder of Mexican journalist Jesus Gutierrez Vergara near the border with Arizona on Saturday.
  • "We were devastated to hear the news that Jesus Gutierrez Vergara has become the sixth Mexican journalist killed in 2023.
  • Gutierrez Vergara left his house in San Luis Rio Colorado in Sonora state and crossed the street to speak with four police officers according to news reports.
  • Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists.

Press Conference Announcing New Initiatives to Fight the Opioid Crisis Facing America’s Youth, Sept. 27, 2023, 9am ET, National Press Club, Washington, DC

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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As fentanyl, xylazine and other substances continue to devastate our young people, FORE is expanding its work with children, youth, and families with a focus on prevention.

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  • As fentanyl, xylazine and other substances continue to devastate our young people, FORE is expanding its work with children, youth, and families with a focus on prevention.
  • FORE was founded in 2018 as a private 501(c)(3) national, grant-making foundation focused on addressing the nation’s opioid crisis.
  • FORE is committed to funding a diversity of projects contributing solutions to the crisis at national, state, and community levels.
  • FORE’s mission is to support partners advancing patient-centered, innovative, evidence-based solutions impacting people experiencing opioid use disorder, their families, and their communities.

Press Conference Announcing New Initiatives to Fight the Opioid Crisis Facing American’s Youth, Sept. 27, 2023, 9am ET, National Press Club, Washington, DC

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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As fentanyl, xylazine and other substances continue to devastate our young people, FORE is expanding its work with children, youth, and families with a focus on prevention.

Key Points: 
  • As fentanyl, xylazine and other substances continue to devastate our young people, FORE is expanding its work with children, youth, and families with a focus on prevention.
  • FORE was founded in 2018 as a private 501(c)(3) national, grant-making foundation focused on addressing the nation’s opioid crisis.
  • FORE is committed to funding a diversity of projects contributing solutions to the crisis at national, state, and community levels.
  • FORE’s mission is to support partners advancing patient-centered, innovative, evidence-based solutions impacting people experiencing opioid use disorder, their families, and their communities.

National Press Club Statement On Las Vegas Review Journal Reporter Sabrina Schnur

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club and Gil Klein president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute on the online harassment of Sabrina Schnur, a reporter for the Las Vegas Review Journal.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club and Gil Klein president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute on the online harassment of Sabrina Schnur, a reporter for the Las Vegas Review Journal.
  • Sabrina wrote stories based on the knowledge at the time, We applaud the journalism of Sabrina and others at the Las Vegas Review Journal, who are telling the full story of the tragic killing of a former police chief.
  • Full Review Journal story is here:
    Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists.
  • The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through an independent and free press.

National Press Club Statement On Evan Gershkovich's Court Appearance In Moscow

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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We also noticed that one of the journalists in the courtroom – Matthew Chance from CNN -- was essentially kicked out  (along with his cameraman) while other media were allowed to keep shooting. From the video there is nothing Chance or his cameraman have done that would cause this to happen. It is a stark reminder of how Russia operates under a cloak of censorship and propaganda and exercises harsh and arbitrary control over media on an ongoing basis."

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club and Gil Kline, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute on the appearance of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich at Moscow City Court on Tuesday.
  • "We were glad to see Evan at the court on Tuesday after six months of suffering from being held in isolation.
  • Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists.
  • The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through an independent and free press.

National Press Club Statement On Las Vegas Review Journal Reporter Sabrina Schnur

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club and Gil Klein president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute on the online harassment of Sabrina Schnur, a veteran reporter for the Las Vegas Review Journal.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club and Gil Klein president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute on the online harassment of Sabrina Schnur, a veteran reporter for the Las Vegas Review Journal.
  • "The vitriolic hate-filled attacks aimed at Sabrina Schnur, one of the Las Vegas Review Journal's top reporters must stop.
  • Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists.
  • The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged global citizenry through an independent and free press.

General Paul M. Nakasone to speak at a National Press Club Headliners Luncheon on Thursday, September 28

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gen. Paul Nakasone, head of the National Security Agency and the U.S. Cyber Command, will speak at a National Press Club Headliners luncheon on Sept. 28.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gen. Paul Nakasone, head of the National Security Agency and the U.S. Cyber Command, will speak at a National Press Club Headliners luncheon on Sept. 28.
  • Nakasone has served as commander of the U.S. Cyber Command since 2016 and director of the National Security Agency since May 2018.
  • Remarks begin at 1 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session ending at 2 p.m. National Press Club members may purchase tickets for $25.
  • The National Press Club is located on the 13th Floor of the National Press Building at 529 14th St., NW, Washington, D.C.
    PRESS CONTACT: Cecily Scott Martin for the National Press Club; [email protected] ; (202) 662-7516
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