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Recognition versus reality: Lessons from 30 years of talking about a Palestinian state

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Saturday, September 16, 2023

The occasion has served as a stark reminder of the unfulfilled promises and unresolved struggles of the Palestinian quest for statehood.

Key Points: 
  • The occasion has served as a stark reminder of the unfulfilled promises and unresolved struggles of the Palestinian quest for statehood.
  • The simplistic question of whether Palestine has statehood or not obscures its broader struggle for recognition, dignity and human rights.

Rethinking sovereignty


    Sovereignty is a complex concept with multiple dimensions. In his 1999 book Sovereignty: Organized Hypocrisy, American international relations scholar Stephen Krasner identified four key aspects:
    Almost 25 years since the book’s publication, these aspects still provide a nuanced framework to understand the various facets of statehood and enable a more comprehensive exploration of the Palestinian quest for sovereignty. The history of Palestinian statehood is marked by shifts in Krasner’s sovereignty categories. Understanding them can shed light on the complex dynamics and key challenges in the Palestinian statehood pursuit.

Domestic sovereignty

    • Palestine’s struggle for domestic sovereignty, or control within the Palestinian territory, can be traced back to what’s known as the British Mandate period, leading to the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948.
    • Internal divisions within the Palestinian policy have further undermined domestic sovereignty.

Interdependence sovereignty


    Israeli restrictions on movement and trade have historically limited Palestinian efforts to control transborder flows. The Paris Protocol of 1994 aimed to regulate economic relations between Israel and the Palestinian territories, but led to a lopsided dependency on Israeli goods and labour markets. The blockade of Gaza since 2007 has further constrained interdependence sovereignty.

International legal sovereignty

    • The journey towards international legal sovereignty for Palestine has involved significant milestones, such as the Arab League’s recognition of the Palestine Liberation Organization as the sole legitimate representative of the Palestinian people in 1974.
    • The United Nations General Assembly’s acceptance of Palestine as a non-member observer state in 2012 marked further progress, yet full UN membership remains elusive.

Westphalian sovereignty

    • The principle of non-intervention in Palestinian affairs has been consistently challenged by Israeli occupation, settlement expansion and international mediation efforts.
    • Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and long inaction by the Quartet, the group has been criticized for lacking legitimacy.

Recent developments

    • That’s in an attempt to amplify its global presence and cement its domestic dominance.
    • The granting of non-member observer state status to Palestine by the UN General Assembly in 2012 was significant for international legal sovereignty, providing recognition in international law.

Violence, setbacks

    • The struggles and setbacks of the Palestinian quest for statehood have been worsened by recent shifts in U.S. policy, each undermining different dimensions of Palestinian sovereignty.
    • These setbacks have been intensified by the grim fact that 2022 was the deadliest year for Palestinians in the Israeli-occupied West Bank in 16 years.
    • Under the Barack Obama administration from 2009 to 2017, the U.S. failed to negotiate a two-state solution and increased military aid to Israel.
    • Meanwhile, the current Israeli government, led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has exhibited extreme hostility towards Palestinian statehood.

International politics

    • These policy failures reflect the intricate and often contradictory nature of international engagement with Palestine, leaving the prospects for statehood entangled in global politics.
    • The Palestinian quest for statehood is now little more than a mirage within a disheartening landscape of renewed Israeli resolve, escalating desperation, violence and increasing international apathy.

Graceland Announces All-American 4th of July Weekend

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

Elvis Presley’s Graceland ® will be lit in red, white and blue as it celebrates the nation’s independence during its “ All-American Weekend ” on July 1-2.

Key Points: 
  • Elvis Presley’s Graceland ® will be lit in red, white and blue as it celebrates the nation’s independence during its “ All-American Weekend ” on July 1-2.
  • The weekend will include an Elvis tribute concert, VIP Dinner and Reception on the grounds of Graceland, gospel brunch, special “hidden” tour of Graceland, plus will be capped off with a fireworks extravaganza set to Elvis music.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Individual tickets and various packages are available, including the All-American Weekend Hotel Packages at the AAA-rated Four Diamond Guest House at Graceland resort hotel.
  • Tickets are now on sale for Graceland’s All-American Weekend, including weekend hotel packages and individual tickets, at www.graceland.com/july-4 .

Quartet® Brand Introduces Vertical InvisaMount® Glass Dry-Erase Boards to Maximize Workspace

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

The InvisaMount series is offered in a wide variety of sizes, with the horizontal, wide-format boards perfect for standard workspaces, and the new vertical dry-erase boards created for narrower locations to make the most out of wall space.

Key Points: 
  • The InvisaMount series is offered in a wide variety of sizes, with the horizontal, wide-format boards perfect for standard workspaces, and the new vertical dry-erase boards created for narrower locations to make the most out of wall space.
  • As with all Quartet glass boards, the Vertical InvisaMount boards are resistant to scratches, dents, stains and ghosting.
  • Each board comes with one marker and two high-power glass board magnets, and the 28" x 50" size also comes with an accessories tray.
  • We want you to achieve your vision and we provide the tools you need to work toward your best idea yet.

Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club Features Legendary Jazz Supergroup THE COOKERS on Friday and Saturday November 25 & 26 at 7:30 P.M.

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Friday, November 11, 2022

PORTSMOUTH, N.H., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club Features Legendary Jazz Supergroup THE COOKERS on Friday and Saturday November 25 & 26 at 7:30 P.M. The BOSTON GLOBE raves, "Player for player, there's no better working band in jazz than The Cookers."

Key Points: 
  • Tickets for THE COOKERS at Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club, as well as the current list of 2022 & 2023 shows, can be found on Ticketmaster.com and Jimmy's Online Event Calendar at: http://www.jimmysoncongress.com/events .
  • PORTSMOUTH, N.H., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club Features Legendary Jazz Supergroup THE COOKERS on Friday and Saturday November 25 & 26 at 7:30 P.M.
  • The BOSTON GLOBE raves, "Player for player, there's no better working band in jazz than The Cookers."
  • The mission of Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club is to provide guests a one-of-a-kind, world-class experience featuring serious jazz and blues music served with exceptional cuisine.

Telepsychiatry Global Market to Reach $18.11 Billion by 2026 at a CAGR of 24%

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

The regions covered in the telepsychiatry market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.

Key Points: 
  • The regions covered in the telepsychiatry market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.
  • The increase in demand for mental health treatment is expected to propel the growth of the telepsychiatry market going forward.
  • Therefore, the increase in demand for mental health treatment is driving the growth of the telepsychiatry market.
  • InnovaTel Telepsychiatry is a US-based telepsychiatry service provider of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and licenced clinical social workers.

Telepsychiatry Global Market Report 2022: Increase in Demand for Mental Health Treatment Fueling Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, October 20, 2022

The regions covered in the telepsychiatry market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.

Key Points: 
  • The regions covered in the telepsychiatry market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.
  • The increase in demand for mental health treatment is expected to propel the growth of the telepsychiatry market going forward.
  • Therefore, the increase in demand for mental health treatment is driving the growth of the telepsychiatry market.
  • In December 2021, Quartet Health, a US-based tech-enabled mental health care company, acquired InnovaTel Telepsychiatry for an undisclosed amount.

Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club Features NEA Jazz Master & Legendary Saxophonist, Composer & Bandleader CHARLES LLOYD and his Acclaimed Trio on Thursday November 10 at 7:30 P.M.

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Friday, October 21, 2022

PORTSMOUTH, N.H., Oct 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club Features NEA Jazz Master & Legendary Saxophonist, Composer & Bandleader CHARLES LLOYD and his Acclaimed Trio on Thursday November 10 at 7:30 P.M. Charles Lloyd is the 2021 Downbeat Critic's Poll "Saxophonist of the Year" and his group won the 2021 Downbeat Critic's Poll "Jazz Group of the Year."

Key Points: 
  • Tickets for the Charles Lloyd Trio at Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club, as well as the current list of 2022 shows, can be found on Jimmy's Online Event Calendar at: http://www.jimmysoncongress.com/events .
  • NEA Jazz Master & Legendary Saxophonist CHARLES LLOYD, now in his eighth decade, has never sounded better.
  • "Lloyd is one of the greats, rather like Joan Miro in modern art, he has no peer save himself.
  • Over the decades, the saxophone virtuoso has blurred the lines between jazz and popular music, playing with B.B.

QUARTET HEALTH ADDS FIVE INDUSTRY LEADERS TO ITS GROWING EXECUTIVE TEAM

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Quartet Health, an innovative mental health care technology and services company, today announced the addition of five industry-leading experts across its various teams as Quartet continues to deliver speed to quality mental health care for patients across the country. Joining Quartet's executive suite:

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Quartet Health, an innovative mental health care technology and services company, today announced the addition of five industry-leading experts across its various teams as Quartet continues to deliver speed to quality mental health care for patients across the country.
  • "Each of these leaders brings a unique skill set to Quartet at a time of incredible growth and innovation for us as we work to help more people quickly and easily get access to mental health care," said Puneet Singh, CEO of Quartet Health.
  • Quartet itself has expanded significantly over the past year, with its acquisition of InnovaTel Telepsychiatry and strategic partnership with Independence Health Group .
  • Quartet is a platform that makes it easier for people to get the best mental health care for them.

Quartet Health Adds National Clinical Leaders to its Executive Team to Expand the Company's Commitment to Quality Mental Health Care

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

Dr. Sherry Dubesterjoins as Chief Clinical Strategy & Quality Officer, leading Quartet's focus on quality and clinical outcomes for its patients.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Sherry Dubesterjoins as Chief Clinical Strategy & Quality Officer, leading Quartet's focus on quality and clinical outcomes for its patients.
  • Quartet's end-to-end solution delivers speed to quality behavioral health care for all by identifying and engaging high-need patients, connecting them to care quickly, and developing actionable insights that support high-quality mental health care.
  • "Strong clinical leadership is foundational to achieving our goals of helping people easily and safely get access to high-quality mental health care," said Puneet Singh, CEO of Quartet Health.
  • Quartet is a platform that makes it easier for people to get the best mental health care for them.

Houston Tidelanders 2022 Barbershop Tag Contest

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Monday, July 18, 2022

HOUSTON, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Houston Tidelanders conducted their first High School A Cappella (Barbershop) Quartet Tag Contest.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Houston Tidelanders conducted their first High School A Cappella (Barbershop) Quartet Tag Contest.
  • The Contest was promoted to over 200 High Schools in the Greater Houston, Texas area.
  • "We used the reality of pandemic live meeting restrictions to operate our Contest by YouTube and reached many more schools than would have been possible for a live contest in one physical location," said Bob Reckers, Houston Tidelanders Outreach Chair.
  • We are now making plans for our second annual High School A Cappella (Barbershop) Tag Quartet contest in 2023.