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National security hawks should want PRESS Act

1 year ago

We explained in an op-ed in The Hill that ongoing efforts to force investigative journalist Catherine Herridge to burn her sources prove that — contrary to popular belief — journalist-source confidentiality bolsters, not hinders, national security.

Nonetheless, a federal appellate court last month was alarmingly skeptical of Herridge’s appeal of an order holding her in contempt of court for not outing sources. What’s worse, much of the hearing was held behind closed doors, outside the view of the journalists whose rights the case threatens.

The op-ed also explains how the case exemplifies the need to pass the PRESS Act.

Read it here.

Freedom of the Press Foundation

Freer Auto Body Hosts 16th Successful "Cookies and Cocoa" Event

1 year ago
GODFREY - Freer Auto Body hosted their annual Cookies and Cocoa event to raise money for Community Christmas. Now in its 16th year, Cookies and Cocoa collects toys and monetary donations to be distributed to 12 different agencies, which then give the items to families in need during the holiday season. From 4–6 p.m. on Dec. 5, 2024, community members could stop by Freer Auto Body at 4512 N. Alby St. in Godfrey to drop off donations and enjoy cookies, hot cocoa and a visit with Santa. “So many people support this,” said Margaret Freer, owner of Freer Auto Body and organizer of Community Christmas. “We have such a giving community.” The event on Thursday at Freer Auto Body raised more than $2,300 for Community Christmas. Margaret Freer said that anyone who still wants to contribute to visit the Freer Office and if contributed through a check, make sure it is written out to Community Christmas. She said any donations would immediately go toward the

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Insulated Panel Retrofits for Home Efficiency

1 year ago
From Offsite Builder:  Most people associate Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) with new construction, but these offsite-manufactured components also come in retrofit versions. Retrofit panels only have OSB sheathing on one side of the foam and are, in fact, non-structural. They’re often referred to as nail-base panels. How does one get the most from these panels? […]
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