Attendance

Revealed: Judge Aileen Cannon’s Undisclosed Attendance at Conservative-Funded Banquet Raises Ethical Questions

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Arlington, Va. — A federal judge, Aileen M. Cannon, attended a banquet in May 2023 without disclosing her participation, violating transparency requirements designed to maintain public confidence in the judiciary’s impartiality. The event, held in Arlington, Virginia, celebrated the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, bringing together over 30 conservative federal judges and members of Scalia’s family. Judge Cannon, appointed by former President Donald Trump, has been a figure of contention in the legal community for her handling of high-profile cases, including the dismissal of charges against Trump concerning the mishandling of classified documents. Her … Read more

Jury Awards Teacher $125,000 After Pennsylvania School District Wrongfully Suspends Him Post-Capitol Riot Rally Attendance

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ALLENTOWN, Pa. — A federal jury recently awarded $125,000 in damages to a Pennsylvania teacher, finding that the Allentown School District infringed upon his constitutional rights by inaccurately associating him with the violent events at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. The ruling highlights concerns around personal freedoms and the consequences of misinformation. The controversy began when Jason Moorehead, a teacher in the district, attended former President Donald Trump’s “Stop the Steal” rally. Moorehead asserted that he was no closer than a mile away from the Capitol during the turmoil. Despite this, the aftermath … Read more

Stony Brook Film Festival 2024 Marks Year of Firsts: Historic Attendance, Young Winners, and a Documentary Triumph

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Stony Brook, NY – The Stony Brook Film Festival, presented by Island Federal, concluded its 29th season with a vibrant awards ceremony showcasing an eclectic mix of global cinema that thrilled attendees from July 27 at the Staller Center for the Arts. This year’s lineup most notably marked a historic occasion for the festival—it hosted its largest crowd since the pandemic, included a record-breaking number of awards, and celebrated one of the youngest filmmakers to ever receive an accolade at this esteemed event. Throughout the ten-day festival, a total of 36 films from 19 different … Read more

27th Annual Sonoma International Film Festival Shatters Attendance Record for 2024 Edition

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SONOMA, California – The 27th Annual Sonoma International Film Festival (SIFF) achieved a new record in attendance this year. Over the course of five days, from March 20 to 24, the festival showcased a total of 107 films, including both shorts and features. As the festival came to a close on Sunday, SIFF announced the winners of the 2024 Grand Jury and Audience Awards. Mohamed Kordofani’s “Goodbye Julia” was awarded the Grand Jury prize for Best Narrative Feature. Meanwhile, the Stolman Audience Award for Best Feature went to Patricia Font’s “The Teacher Who Promised The … Read more