Category: PoliticsAffectsUS!

TheVoiceOfJoyce The EU is protecting the Data privacy of its 450 million citizens and all the Social Media platforms are complying with their Regulations. EU citizens will have an option to opt out of ads on Meta. They’re asking for compliance with decency standards, using The Digital Services Act. Why aren’t Americans entitled to the same amount of privacy and truth?

September 4, 2023

http://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/01/technology/meta-instagram-facebook-ads-europe.html In July, the European Union’s highest court effectively barred Meta from combining data collected about users across its platforms — including Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp — as well as from outside websites and apps, unless it received explicit consent from users. In January, the company was also fined 390 million euros by Irish regulators … More TheVoiceOfJoyce The EU is protecting the Data privacy of its 450 million citizens and all the Social Media platforms are complying with their Regulations. EU citizens will have an option to opt out of ads on Meta. They’re asking for compliance with decency standards, using The Digital Services Act. Why aren’t Americans entitled to the same amount of privacy and truth?

TheVoiceOfJoyce Why not implement the EU’s Digital Services Act here and stop thinking about misinformation during the 2024 election cycle. Follow the EU’s lead and ban misinformation, hate speech, propaganda and the denigration of our privacy. Restore our Democracy and right to truth and civil discourse!

August 30, 2023

http://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/aug/29/twitter-x-political-ads-us-policy-misinformation

TheVoiceOfJoyce The DIGITAL SERVICES ACT is effective in the EU as of 8/25/23 and it has the ability to enforce compliance with people’s demands for privacy and the truth. All 44 Social Media Companies have to comply with the EU’s regulations or face being banned from a Country and fined 6% of its global gross revenue. All Social Media Companies are complying. Why not replicate these Laws and keep American’ s and our data, safe , too?

August 26, 2023

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/aug/25/how-the-eu-digital-services-act-affects-facebook-google-and-others The EU will act on citizen complaints and seek to curtail the following practices: The selling of illegal products and services The selling of illegal content. No more Russian interference in elections or propaganda. No more hate crimes or online harms leading to child abuse. They’re safeguarding freedom of expression and data protection. Children … More TheVoiceOfJoyce The DIGITAL SERVICES ACT is effective in the EU as of 8/25/23 and it has the ability to enforce compliance with people’s demands for privacy and the truth. All 44 Social Media Companies have to comply with the EU’s regulations or face being banned from a Country and fined 6% of its global gross revenue. All Social Media Companies are complying. Why not replicate these Laws and keep American’ s and our data, safe , too?

TheVoiceOfJoyce Mexico, France, Ukraine are serious about #Ecocrime”/ ecocide. A known source of destruction against the environment. Opening the door for Litigation, if found guilty, there’s jail time of 15 years and fines of 1500 pesos a day in Mexico.

August 26, 2023

http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/aug/26/growing-number-of-countries-consider-making-ecocide-crime The Mexican bill criminalizes any unlawful or wanton act committed with the knowledge that your actions will create severe and widespread long term damage to the environment. Who’s going to be ensnared in this Law? With Insurance Companies reassessing their risks and kids suing their States for damage to their health, this Law sets … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Mexico, France, Ukraine are serious about #Ecocrime”/ ecocide. A known source of destruction against the environment. Opening the door for Litigation, if found guilty, there’s jail time of 15 years and fines of 1500 pesos a day in Mexico.

TheVoiceOfJoyce It’s beginning to look like Santa may be late this year. Once El Niño takes effect, shipping could be slowed dramatically.

August 25, 2023

This year the Panama Canal had a drought. That made traversing the Canal more difficult. Water levels were lower. Container ships, carrying heavy fuels, needed to be lighter and only 32 ships went through daily. Down from 38 ships Next year or next month, when the heat intensifies, shipping will decrease and consumers will pay … More TheVoiceOfJoyce It’s beginning to look like Santa may be late this year. Once El Niño takes effect, shipping could be slowed dramatically.

TheVoiceOfJoyce I must object, to Trump’s request to postpone his documents trial indefinitely! Trump, is not qualified to be President. Since he violated his oath of office and the Constitution of these United States, he should automatically be barred from holding public office, based on Section 3, of the Constitution, Amendment 14. Others, in the House and state legislatures should be barred as well. Where is accountability? There is one truth, there are many perpetuating falsehoods for personal gain, Trump perpetuated falsehoods, he lost the 2020 election. As a private citizen he should be tried for his crimes. Maintaining secret documents is an offense against our government and the governments of our allies. Trying to “fix” the Georgia vote is another offense. Why isn’t Trump accountable for his actions?

July 11, 2023

http://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/jul/11/trump-classified-documents-trial-after-2024-election Donald Trump asked the federal judge overseeing the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case to indefinitely postpone setting a trial date in court filings on Monday and suggested, at a minimum, that any scheduled trial should not take place until after the 2024 presidential election. The papers submitted by Trump’s lawyers in response to the US … More TheVoiceOfJoyce I must object, to Trump’s request to postpone his documents trial indefinitely! Trump, is not qualified to be President. Since he violated his oath of office and the Constitution of these United States, he should automatically be barred from holding public office, based on Section 3, of the Constitution, Amendment 14. Others, in the House and state legislatures should be barred as well. Where is accountability? There is one truth, there are many perpetuating falsehoods for personal gain, Trump perpetuated falsehoods, he lost the 2020 election. As a private citizen he should be tried for his crimes. Maintaining secret documents is an offense against our government and the governments of our allies. Trying to “fix” the Georgia vote is another offense. Why isn’t Trump accountable for his actions?

TheVoiceOfJoyce Federal Monitor has detailed the abuse at River’s Island. The Department of Corrections, under Mr Molina, has thwarted public inquiry into conditions at River’s and has tried to hide information on Inmate deaths and violence. The City and Mr Molina, should be held in contempt of Court. They have failed to provide relief to the prisoners and correction officers. Building more jails isn’t an option. Fixing the abuses at Riker’s is a necessity to prevent further violence and death.

July 10, 2023

http://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/10/nyregion/rikers-island-monitor-nyc.html A federal monitor overseeing New York City’s violent and dangerous jails asked a judge on Monday to consider holding the Department of Correction and its commissioner in contempt for disobeying court orders, opening the possibility that officials could be punished for failing to improve conditions. The monitor, Steve J. Martin, wrote in a report … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Federal Monitor has detailed the abuse at River’s Island. The Department of Corrections, under Mr Molina, has thwarted public inquiry into conditions at River’s and has tried to hide information on Inmate deaths and violence. The City and Mr Molina, should be held in contempt of Court. They have failed to provide relief to the prisoners and correction officers. Building more jails isn’t an option. Fixing the abuses at Riker’s is a necessity to prevent further violence and death.

TheVoiceOfJoyce As our leaders ignore the benefits of mitigating weather extremes and pollution, scientists continue to investigate food sources that withstand heat and drought. The grass pea is another food product, stripped of its toxicity, that can flourish globally and provide nitrogen rich soil. There are a long list of products that will sustain us. When will farmers embrace them? Perhaps in our “civilized “ world, taking away subsidies is encouragement. It would be novel to support nations, industries and people dedicated to creating a sustainable future. No need to mine sea beds for EV’s, we can recycle batteries for Lithium, without further destroying our Oceans. Surely, it’s past time for Politicians to focus on our infrastructure & industries and create a multitude of healthier jobs.

July 9, 2023

http://www.theguardian.com/science/2023/jul/08/uk-scientists-could-make-poisonous-grass-pea-a-valuable-food-crop once stripped of its toxic effects, the grass pea could have a crucial role to play in a world that has been afflicted by the consequences of the climate emergency. “We should not underestimate the potential of grass pea across the world,” said Edwards. “It’s a legume, and bacteria in its roots make fertiliser … More TheVoiceOfJoyce As our leaders ignore the benefits of mitigating weather extremes and pollution, scientists continue to investigate food sources that withstand heat and drought. The grass pea is another food product, stripped of its toxicity, that can flourish globally and provide nitrogen rich soil. There are a long list of products that will sustain us. When will farmers embrace them? Perhaps in our “civilized “ world, taking away subsidies is encouragement. It would be novel to support nations, industries and people dedicated to creating a sustainable future. No need to mine sea beds for EV’s, we can recycle batteries for Lithium, without further destroying our Oceans. Surely, it’s past time for Politicians to focus on our infrastructure & industries and create a multitude of healthier jobs.

AmericaSpeaks TheVoiceOfJoyce 66% of the nation supports a Women’s Right to Choose reproductive health, including abortion. Once again, poor minorities, living in Southern States are unable to obtain proper healthcare. Drs are stressed out providing healthcare to patients , while trying to comply with an unjust Law. Moral harm is being perpetrated by a small powerful minority and the time for change is now. Register, vote and change the composition of your local, State and Federal Legislatures. #Policy effects US! Vote for legislators, who represent the will of “We the People “!

June 24, 2023

http://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/jun/24/roe-v-wade-overturned-anniversary-protests-abortion-ban more Since the Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision a year ago, more than a dozen states have passed bans banning abortion outright and many others have passed legislation to restrict abortion access. States like Georgia have banned abortion after six weeks of pregnancy, a period of time so short that most people … More AmericaSpeaks TheVoiceOfJoyce 66% of the nation supports a Women’s Right to Choose reproductive health, including abortion. Once again, poor minorities, living in Southern States are unable to obtain proper healthcare. Drs are stressed out providing healthcare to patients , while trying to comply with an unjust Law. Moral harm is being perpetrated by a small powerful minority and the time for change is now. Register, vote and change the composition of your local, State and Federal Legislatures. #Policy effects US! Vote for legislators, who represent the will of “We the People “!

AmericaSpeaks TheVoiceOfJoyce People Power emerges in Poland. Autocracy is out and human rights are back in vogue. Let’s shout out loud for the return of civility and Democracy! What Country is next to cast off the shackles of tyranny?

June 4, 2023

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/jun/04/poland-hundreds-of-thousands-march-against-rightwing-populist-government Hundreds of thousands of people have marched through central Warsaw to protest against Poland’s rightwing populist government before a delicately poised election due in the autumn. The Law and Justice (PiS) party came to power in 2015, since when it has eroded democratic norms, attacked the independent judiciary and launched campaigns against the LGBTQ+ … More AmericaSpeaks TheVoiceOfJoyce People Power emerges in Poland. Autocracy is out and human rights are back in vogue. Let’s shout out loud for the return of civility and Democracy! What Country is next to cast off the shackles of tyranny?