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Bernie Sanders Bill Funds Global AIDS Drugs by Patent Buyout
Housing Works has been advocating (along with our friends at VOCAL-NY and Health GAP) for a global Robin Hood Tax—a small tax on the wealthy that would create a fund for HIV treatment access for people across the globe.
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders has introduced a bill that will soon be analyzed by the Congressional Budget Office that would do something very similar!
The Huffington Post reports that the bill S.1138 which has been proposed by Nobel Prize winning economist Joseph Stiglitz, “would set up a $3 billion-a-year prize fund to buy out existing and future patents for AIDS drugs. The fund would compensate drug companies and researchers for their work. The patent would then be placed in …
Posted on May 10, 2012 at 5:15 pm
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Four Cynical Reasons for Obama’s Marriage Evolution
OK so I hate to be the cynic in the lovefest. But as historic and groundbreaking as it was to have a sitting US President declare his support for the legalization of same-sex marriages, let’s look at the reasons why this was good politics more than a moral imperative.
1. Obama needs gay money. According to Buzz Feed, that announcement alone raked in the dough. Within 90 minutes of the endorsement, his re-election campaign received $1million in donations. They also report that 1 in 6 of Obama’s top fundraisers are gay men. In 2011, the New York same-sex marriage bill happened in large part because four Republican NYS legislators went against the GOP and supported the bill and were rewarded
…Posted on May 10, 2012 at 12:33 pm
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5.17: Weeknight.Shopping.Revelry.
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Hey ladies (gentlemen too!) we’re launching a new monthly soiree at our West Village Thrift Shop next Thursday, May 17 and would love for you to come. Join us the third Thursday of each month, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., for an expertly curated selection of fashion and accessories, sparkling libations and a few extra surprises.
We’ll “announce” each month’s theme on our Hey Ladies pinboard (check it out!) AND as a special Hey Ladies bonus, guests who donate a pre-loved item at the event will receive a coupon for 30% off their next purchase.
As Beastie Boys fans we were deeply saddened to see artist and activist Adam Yauch pass, we hope, in our own small …Posted on May 10, 2012 at 8:37 am
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GENDA Battle Heats Up in Albany
Empire State Pride Agenda Equality & Justice Day Calls for Transgender Rights
By: Carmelita Cruz, Director of NYS Advocacy & Organizing
Housing Works transgender activists and allies joined hundreds of activists from across New York State on Tuesday, May 8th for the Pride Agenda’s annual Equality & Justice Day. The focus of this year’s event was transgender rights: passage of the Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act (GENDA), transgender healthcare issues and LGBT youth housing.
The day held workshops, caucus’, legislative office visits and a rally that was moved inside due to the weather. But it didn’t dampen the spirits of the folks in the room. Chanting and applause could be heard throughout the Concourse during the afternoon in-door rally where …
Posted on May 9, 2012 at 10:05 am
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Join us for an AIDS ride unlike any other!
BRAKING THE CYCLE™ is a civil rights march on two wheels to support Housing Works’ fight against AIDS and homelessness. Now in its tenth year, this scenic and fully-supported three-day bike ride will journey from Boston to New York, September 28-30, 2012.
To learn more, RSVP for a Ride Preview, or register to ride, visit brakingthecycle.org or call Global Impact Productions at 212-989-1111.
Posted on May 8, 2012 at 6:05 pm
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Spring at Housing Works Bookstore Cafe: Glen Hansard, Open Air Street Fair, BEA Parties, Lit Mags
In May, we’ve got lit mags galore as we welcome harlequin creature, Agriculture Reader, 6×6, Granta, Moonshot, and The Lowbrow Reader (just added to the bill: Wyatt Cenac!) for readings, music, comedy, and more at various events throughout this month. And we’re gearing up for a big June as we prepare for the best-ever Open Air Street Fair, an annual outdoor tradition wherein we take over all of the cobblestones on Crosby Street with dollar books, an Americana Jamboree from Two Boots, thrift finds, a food truck rally, and more. Also in June, we’re hosting BEA parties with two of our favorite bookternet buds, Bookrageous and Tumblr. Plus, we just announced the next benefit concert in our Live From Home series: Glen Hansard, of …
Posted on May 8, 2012 at 1:13 pm
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ADAP Watch: AIDS Drug Wait List Hits 2,704
As of May 3rd, the wait list to receive lifesaving AIDS medication through the nation’s AIDS Drug Assistance Programs had hit 2,704 people across 10 states.
The number of people waiting to receive medication through state-run AIDS drug programs has increased more than 5,000 percent since August 2009, according to the National Alliance of State and Territorial AIDS Directors. The federal government has reacted with little urgency, however, allotting just $25 million in additional dollars to the program for FY 2012.
To help readers keep tabs on the growing ADAP crisis, we are now …
Posted on May 8, 2012 at 11:03 am
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New Volunteer Opportunities With Housing Works Development
Thanks to all volunteers who helped out at Design on a Dime 2012. Due to all of your hard work, we succeeded in surpassing last year’s sales goal!
We have a new volunteer project at the end of this month that could use some dedicated Housing Works helpers and is great for volunteer groups:
What – Housing Works’ Development Department is conducting a phone bank campaign to catch up with all of the wonderful folks who have donated to Housing Works and become members. Volunteers will be trained on site by staff, food and beverages will be provided. A special bonus will be awarded to volunteers who sign up for multiple sessions!
When – May 21st through May 25th from 5PM-8PM
Where …
Posted on May 3, 2012 at 3:16 pm
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