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ORLANDO, Fla. — President Donald Trump accused Democrats of trying to “destroy our country” as he officially kicked off his re-election campaign with a packed-house rally at the Amway Center here Tuesday night.

“Our radical Democrat opponents are driven by hatred, prejudice and rage,” he said, pointing to House efforts to investigate his 2016 campaign’s ties to Russia and possible obstruction of justice by the president. “They want to destroy you and they want to destroy our country as we know it. Not acceptable, it’s not going to happen. Not going to happen.”

The federal Russia probes aren’t just an attack on him, he told the crowd — “they are really going after you … They tried to erase your vote, erase your legacy of the greatest campaign and the greatest election probably in the history of our country.”

Trump officially kicks off 2020 campaign in Florida

But in the political version of a revival meeting, Trump stuck mostly to familiar rounds of call and response.

One after another, he delivered familiar applause lines designed to induce chants — “build the wall,” “CNN sucks” and “lock her up” among them — that have been mainstays of his campaign rallies for four years now.

The tenor of Trump’s remarks wasn’t a huge surprise to observers. His strategy for re-election, say allies, isn’t based on persuading a significant share of the majority of Americans who disapprove of his job performance to vote for him. Rather, he’s trying to super-charge his fans with enough energy that they show up in force for him and spread the word to their friends and neighbors.

Instead, given both his inability to improve his approval ratings and Democrats’ failure to diminish them, Trump’s remarks appeared designed to appeal to the subset of potential voters already attracted to the messages he’s been driving all along.

That goal was evident in his decision to aim a message directly at his base during an appearance in Orlando, which sits at the heart of Florida’s I-4 corridor. The region is a traditional swing area in a swing state that is crucial to Trump’s fate, and his answer to that challenge was pumping up his existing supporters rather than reaching out across the political divide.

Rep. Stephanie Murphy, D-Fla., a leader of the moderate Blue Dog Democrats who represents a neighboring district, said Trump came to the right place, and that her party will have to find the right mix of swing voter outreach and base Democratic enthusiasm to defeat him.

“President Trump is strategic to target central Florida in his re-election campaign,” Murphy told NBC News. “In order for Democrats to win statewide, we need to recognize the complexities of our Democratic base, while also developing a strategic, well-funded, and well-organized effort to persuade voters, especially independent voters in central Florida.”

Her concern, she said, is that members of her own party are playing into Trump’s characterizations of Democrats as too hidebound and too far to the left.

“America will never be a socialist country,” Trump said Tuesday night. “Republicans do not believe in socialism. We believe in freedom, and so do you.”

Amid sagging poll numbers, Trump begins re-election

Murphy, who has been vocal in her criticism of the handful of her colleagues who embrace “Democratic socialism,” said her party is in peril of helping Trump win a second term.

“National Democrats need to realize that what may be good politics in the Bronx or California can backfire in states like Florida,” she said. “Simply put, if we want to beat Donald Trump, we must put winning over political purity.”

While Trump played all the classic refrains for the faithful, he did hit a few new or rarely used notes in a speech that ran for more than 80 minutes, including a brief appearance by departing White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders.

The biggest wrinkle was the voice vote Trump held on whether to maintain his old slogan “Make America Great Again” or change it to “Keep America Great.” The video boards on the sides of the arena featuring the latter strongly hinted at which choice his supporters were expected to pick.

“Keep America Great” won by a vocal landslide.

And then Trump told the crowd what it had come to hear.

“With every ounce of heart and might and sweat and soul, we’re going to keep making America great again and then we will indeed keep America great,” he said. “We will keep it so great, better than ever before. We’re going to keep it better than ever before. And that is why tonight I stand before you to officially launch my campaign for a second time as president of the United States.”

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FROM THE UN to the WHO, from the ILO to UNESCO, these organisations are united about one thing: excluding Taiwan. This remains true even though, as the world is increasingly witnessing, Taiwan is one of the beacons of light in terms of democracy and human rights in Asia. Just recently same-sex marriage became legal in the country after the legislature bravely passed a law condoning it. This comes after the New York Times recently labeled the country Asia’s new ‘bastion of free speech’, supplanting Hong Kong.

The latest evidence of international exclusion comes from the WHO, where for the third year in a row Taiwan was barred from participating in a major World Health Assembly (WHA) meeting. Last year even Taiwanese journalists were excluded from participating in the event, a move that was condemned by the International Federation of Journalists. As Taiwanese democracy advances, these exclusions become increasingly absurd in terms of their legitimacy; only the Taiwanese people and their leaders are not laughing. How much more exclusion can the people of Taiwan take before they start repudiating such international behaviour, or even worse, turn their backs on these important international bodies?

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Unfortunately for these organisations—and especially the UN—Taiwan holds the moral high ground in most instances, as it is invariably Chinese pressure that prevents Taiwanese participation in a vast range of international organisations. The hypocrisy of this situation is rich given that, ever since the end of World War II, the UN and their affiliates have explicitly stressed—and indeed are founded on—the following values: peace and friendly relations between nations, justice, co-operation, and human rights; values that some of their members only tepidly hold. And although it may have been easier to justify the de-recognition of Taiwan in 1971, with authoritarian Chiang Kai-Shek in power and little democratization having taken place, the Taiwan of today is markedly different. 

After all, just look at what Taiwan has achieved ever since it was punted out of the UN in 1971: a high standard of living, a robust health care system, a strong economy, a healthy democracy, a commitment to peace, and a respect for human rights. In 2019 Freedom House rated Taiwan 93/100 in terms of overall freedom, putting them ahead of Western countries such as the United States (86), France (90), Greece (87) and Italy (89). Taiwan’s economy—though not as strong as previously—continues to compete at a global level. In terms of human rights, Taiwan has recognised the ICCPR and ICESCR since 2009. Democratically, Taiwan has had peaceful and democratic legislative elections since 1992 and presidential elections since 1996 (of the elected presidents, two have been from the KMT party and two from the DPP party). Additionally, the country’s government-run single-payer health care system has been praised as a model by many governments and countries throughout the world, which makes the exclusion from WHO events that much more absurd.

Thus not just in comparison with East Asian countries, but across the international spectrum, Taiwan is performing quite well.

Of course, Taiwan absolutely needs allies and trading partners in the international sphere, and much evidence points to success in this domain as well. Taiwan’s passport has been ranked 32nd best in the world and guarantees visa-free entry into 134 countries or territories (China’s passport came in at 75th on the same ranking). Ever since their de-recognition from the UN, Taiwan’s relationship with the United States has been especially significant. The Taiwan Relations Act continues to provide cover for arms sales to Taiwan and military backing, and other recent legislation—such as the Taiwan Travel Act—has solidified that relationship. And many states have allowed for Taiwan Representative Offices to be established in their respective countries. These institutions are key to Taiwan’s international presence, and allow for Taiwanese living or traveling abroad to have a de facto consulate nearby.

UN headquarters in New York City. Photo credit: Neptuul/WikiCommons/CC

Therefore outside of formal state recognition, many nations are indeed willing to work with Taiwan and recognise them at various levels. Not to mention that Taiwan has had to engage in the delicate game of soft diplomacy for decades and that their vast experience in this complex business could aid the UN’s handling of jurisdictions going through similar experiences, such as Kosovo or Palestine.

But the UN and their affiliated organisations don’t seem willing to take advantage of this opportunity. Instead of using Taiwan as a teachable moment in terms of valuing democracy and human rights and the establishment of friendly relations between nations, they have done the opposite, using Taiwan as a reminder that power and economic might still prevail in the international community over democratic values and peaceful relations. And it is not just a one-off; they have repeatedly chosen this route, as opposed to looking for an alternative solution or attempting to fulfill the values they claim to be about.

Although Taiwan still expresses a desire to join some of these international organisations that have neglected them for decades, this much seems obvious: the UN and others need Taiwan more than Taiwan needs them.

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President Donald Trump, asked if he still wants to demote Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, told reporters Tuesday, “Let’s see what he does.”

Trump’s remarks came a day before the Fed was set to announce its next decision on interest rates.

The president added that he wants a “level playing field” from the central bank.

Bloomberg News reported Tuesday morning that the White House had looked into demoting Powell in February. Top White House economic advisor Larry Kudlow told reporters that the Trump administration was not currently considering such a move.

The Fed will make a decision on interest rates on Wednesday at 2 p.m. ET, concluding a two-day meeting. The central bank is not expected to make any policy changes, but investors are hoping for the central bank to signal a rate cut as soon as July. Powell will be holding a news conference Wednesday following the decision.

Stocks have rallied this month in part because investors expect the Fed to ease its monetary policy stance. The S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq Composite are all up more than 6% for June through Tuesday’s close. Traders are pricing in a more than 80% likelihood that the Fed will cut rates next month, according to the CME Group FedWatch tool.

Trump in recent days has pressured the Fed under Powell not to raise rates, claiming that comparatively lower interest rates for the euro give other countries an advantage over the U.S.

This line of attack is not new: Trump has claimed the seven Fed interest rate hikes in 2017 and 2018 — from the near-zero levels that followed the financial crisis — have held back U.S. economic growth.

On Tuesday morning, Trump lashed out at European Central Bank President Mario Draghi for his comments signaling openness to more monetary stimulus in Europe, which could lower the euro’s value compared to the dollar.

Draghi’s comments “immediately dropped the Euro against the Dollar, making it unfairly easier for them to compete against the USA. They have been getting away with this for years, along with China and others,” Trump tweeted.

“If you look at what’s going on with the euro, they have a much diff stance than our folks do,” Trump told reporters outside the White House on Tuesday afternoon. “As you know they did something today that was very dramatic, and frankly, it helped that part of the world.”

“I want to be given a level playing field. And so far I haven’t been,” the president added.

Trump spoke to reporters outside while en route to Orlando, Florida, where he will officially launch his 2020 reelection bid.

–CNBC’s Marc Rod and Jacob Pramuk contributed to this report.

This is an interesting question:  What happened to the 152,000 children that left Medi-Cal in 2018?  It could be they got out of poverty, left the State for a cheaper State, deported—most are illegal aliens.  It is interesting to note the Assembly Democrats and Guv Newsom have agreed to spend $98 million MORE for illegal aliens to get free health care.  But Senate Democrats have not agreed yet.  Oh, while spending more on illegal aliens, they will NOT help honest California seniors—they will not get increased benefits.  That means the Democrats are financing health care for illegal aliens by DENYING better health care for honest California seniors.

“It’s not yet clear whether these children have lost health insurance coverage altogether, or enrolled in private insurance plans. Health policy advocates and the report’s authors say it’s likely that at least some of decline is a result of wary immigrant families pulling eligible children out of government health insurance programs. Federal attempts to undermine Affordable Care Act reforms, such as by removing the individual mandate for people to enroll in health insurance, may also play a role, they said.

“The loss is alarming,” said Michael Odeh, health policy director for Children Now, a children’s health advocacy group. “We’ve seen an uptick in the number of uninsured kids from other data, so this declining enrolment and lowering of participation in Medi-Cal is truly concerning.”

What is alarming is that Democrats prefer to use your tax dollar to help here illegally, while holding back care for honest citizens—that is alarming.  It is also alarming that the media refuses to tell the public about Democrat Priorities.

By Claudia Boyd-Barrett, California Health Report,  6/5/19   

More than 150,000 California children dropped out of federally funded health insurance programs in 2018, a trend some experts blame on the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant policies and efforts to upend the Affordable Care Act.

Enrollment in California’s low-income health program, called Medi-Cal, and the low-cost Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) dropped 3 percent in 2018, according to a report by the Georgetown University Center for Children and Families. That’s a total of 152,515 children leaving the two programs.

The enrollment drop follows stagnation in California’s uninsured rate among kids in 2017, reversing years of growth in health coverage rates following implementation of the Affordable Care Act.

It’s not yet clear whether these children have lost health insurance coverage altogether, or enrolled in private insurance plans. Health policy advocates and the report’s authors say it’s likely that at least some of decline is a result of wary immigrant families pulling eligible children out of government health insurance programs. Federal attempts to undermine Affordable Care Act reforms, such as by removing the individual mandate for people to enroll in health insurance, may also play a role, they said.

“The loss is alarming,” said Michael Odeh, health policy director for Children Now, a children’s health advocacy group. “We’ve seen an uptick in the number of uninsured kids from other data, so this declining enrolment and lowering of participation in Medi-Cal is truly concerning.”

California’s loss of young Medicaid and CHIP enrollees is part of a national trend. Across the country, more than 820,000 children left the programs last year, the Georgetown report found.

The California Department of Health Care Services attributed the decline to improvements in the economy and the state’s low unemployment rate. In a statement, department spokesman Anthony Cava said it’s likely more families are gaining job-based health insurance and earn too much to qualify for Medi-Cal.

“Medi-Cal enrollment is typically counter cyclical.  During economic downturns, enrollment rises as individuals may see declines in income and/or the loss of jobs that provide for health care coverage. This can create a demand for Medi-Cal coverage,” he wrote. “Conversely, during economic expansions, the demand for Medi-Cal coverage declines, as job opportunities and incomes increase.”

But report co-author Edwin Park, aresearch professor at Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy, said economic growth is not enough to explain the drop in enrollment. Although enrollment in Medi-Cal and CHIP typically slows during a strong economy, it’s unusual for it to go down, he said. What’s more, the loss of children in the programs is happening across the country, even in states where the unemployment rate is stagnant or has increased, Park added.

“There weren’t any particularly noteworthy changes in economic indicators in (2018) that could explain a sudden reduction in the number of people eligible or a big increase in alternative forms of coverage like employer-sponsored insurance,” he said.

Pending bills in the state legislature to reinstate the individual mandate and to make health insurance more affordable could help keep more children insured, Park said. The state should also double down on outreach to low-income and immigrant families to reassure them it’s safe to enroll their children in Medi-Cal and to educate them on the benefits of having health care, he and Odeh said.

Nevertheless, Park said the data shows California can “only do so much,” in the face of hostile federal policies.

“The national headwinds were hard and likely were contributing to the Medicaid and CHIP enrolment decline in 2018,” he said.

Kids without insurance “may end up in poor health, do worse in school and over the long term have poorer health and other life achievement outcomes than they would if they had health coverage,” he said. “These are all very troubling, worrisome signs.”

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US President Donald Trump has announced that he will roll out a new healthcare plan in the next few months.

“We’re going to produce phenomenal healthcare, and we already have the concept of the plan,” Trump said in an interview on Sunday night.

“We’ll be announcing that in two months, maybe less,” he said.

Trump again called ObamaCare, a health reform law signed in 2010 by his predecessor Barack Obama, “a disaster”, reports Xinhua news agency

During his first presidential campaign, Trump vowed to repeal and replace ObamaCare if elected.

Since taking office, Trump, along with Republican lawmakers, has attempted to repeal ObamaCare.

His administration even took legal actions to try to overturn the bill through a lawsuit claiming that it was unconstitutional.

According to an ABC News-Washington Post poll, healthcare may remain one of the top challenges for Trump’s 2020 re-election campaign.

Newly elected far-left Denver City Council member Candi CdeBaca has stated that she is “excited to usher” in communism “by any means necessary.”

CdeBaca, who won in an upset runoff election earlier this month, said in late March during a candidate forum for City Council District 9:

I don’t believe our current economic system actually works. Um, capitalism by design is extractive and in order to generate profit in a capitalist system, something has to be exploited, that’s land, labor or resources.

And I think that we’re in late phase capitalism and we know it doesn’t work and we have to move into something new. And I believe in community ownership of land, labor, resources, and distribution of those resources.

And so, whatever that morphs into I think is what will serve community the best and I’m excited to usher it in by any means necessary. [Emphasis added]

Encyclopedia Britannica defines communism as a “political and economic doctrine that aims to replace private property and a profit-based economy with public ownership and communal control of at least the major means of production (e.g., mines, mills, and factories) and the natural resources of a society.”

CdeBaca, who is a democratic socialist, also drew intense criticism for saying that she will “usher” in communism “by any means necessary.”

While it’s not exactly clear what CdeBaca meant when she said “by any means necessary,” PBS notes that Malcolm X used the phrase and it meant “up to and including the use of violence.”

The American Mirror added that “by any means necessary” also happens to be a radical far-left organization. Influence Watch reports on By Any Means Necessary (BAMN):

BAMN employs aggressive “militant” direct action and litigation to support its cause.[3] BAMN protests of official government bodies have resulted in flipping tables and other disruptive outbursts.[4] BAMN demonstrators have been arrested for inciting riots,[5] throwing rocks at police,[6] and destruction of property.[7]

Just when you think there’s no end to the diversity of junk food lining supermarket aisles, an insanely detailed infographic comes along to set us all straight. Out of the hundreds of products at our disposal, only ten major corporations manufacture the bulk of what we toss in our shopping carts. So whether you’re looking to stock up on anything from orange soda to latte-flavored potato chips, Mondelez, Kraft, Coca-Cola, Nestlé, PepsiCo, P&G, Johnson & Johnson, Mars, Danone, General Mills, Kellogg’s, and Unilever own just about everything you could hope to buy. It seems that six degrees of separation theory has been proven after all, if only because we all drink Diet Coke every now and then. In order to visually elucidate that point, Oxfam International created a comprehensive infographic that reveals the extensive reach of the “Big 10” food and beverage companies. Unlikely ties between brands we largely don’t associate with one another show how easy it is to be misinformed about the American food system. For example, PepsiCo produces Quaker granola bars, and Nestlé makes Kit Kat bars but also frozen California Pizza Kitchen pies. To the surprise of many, Pineapple Fanta isn’t sourced straight from the mythical Fanta Islands, but canned right alongside Barq’s root beer at the Coca-Cola factory.

 

Obviously, the horrors extend far beyond our own shattered daydreams. Massive corporations squash entrepreneurial diversity and make it nearly impossible for startups and small businesses to compete. According to Oxfam’s report, “The world’s largest food and beverage companies have a lot of power – but you have more. And because they’re not using theirs enough to help poor communities or the planet, you can use yours to change the way they do business.” If you’re looking to avoid contributing to the Big 10 world takeover, try shopping at local farmers’ markets and maybe skip out on soda and highly processed foods altogether. Your body will thank you for it in the long run anyway.

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At least one Washington state waterfront landowner has said yes to a request to allow dead gray whales to decompose on their property. So many gray whale carcasses have washed up this year that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries says it has run out of places to take them. In response, the agency has asked landowners to volunteer property as a disposal site for the carcasses. By doing so, landowners can support the natural process of the marine environment, and skeletons left behind can be used for educational purposes, officials said. But the carcasses can be up to 40 feet (12 meters) long. That’s a lot to decay, and it could take months. Landowner Mario Rivera of Port Hadlock, Washington, told KING5-TV that the smell is intermittent and “isn’t that bad.” “It is really a unique opportunity to have this here on the beach and monitor it and see how fast it goes,” said his wife, Stefanie Worwag. The federal agency said that about 30 whales have stranded on Washington’s coast this year, the most in two decades.

On the U.S. West coast, about 70 whales have been found dead this year along California, Oregon, Washington and Alaska, the most since 2000. About five were found on British Columbia beaches. Still, that’s a small fraction of the total number because most sink or wash up in remote areas and are unrecorded. NOAA Fisheries late last month declared the die-off an “unusual mortality event,” and provided additional resources to respond to the deaths. “With the unusual mortality event of these gray whales, we know more whales will be coming in, or there is a high likelihood that more whales will die within Puget Sound and out on the coast,” said Port Townsend Marine Science Center Citizen Science Coordinator Betsy Carlson. Officials say the gray whale population remains strong at about 27,000. Lime is being used to help break down the whale carcass on the beach near where Rivera and Worwag live. “The lime appears to be working,” Rivera said. “It is decomposing nicely. I think.”

June is here already, and with almost half the year gone, it may be time to re-evaluate your career situation. Techies are in high demand, and companies are offering some great incentives to lure talent (that’s you!).

Before you determine whether last year’s swimsuit still fits, make sure your job still does. If your old job is feeling a little tight and uncomfortable, tighten up your résumé and go shopping for a new one.

Here are the 15 hottest tech jobs being hired for right now by the top companies:

The 15 hottest tech jobs right now

1) Data scientist

What data scientists do: While data science is a diverse field with a wide range of responsibilities depending on the company, all data scientists evaluate data to provide creative insight. Duties typically include creating machine-based learning tools for use by the tech company, such as recommendation engines or expanded artificial intelligence (A.I.) functions. Data scientists also typically collect, clean, and organize data, and perform statistical and predictive analysis.

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2) Software engineer

What software engineers do: Software engineers use knowledge of engineering principles and programming languages to design, develop, and install software and systems. This role can start as an entry-level position, with the opportunity to be promoted to senior software engineer roles. 

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3) DevOps engineer

What devops engineers do: DevOps engineers automate and streamline existing systems and processes, as well as build and maintain tools for deployment, operations, and monitoring systems. They also diagnose and resolve issues in development, testing, and production environments.

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4) Security engineer

What security engineers do: Security Engineers protect computer networks and systems. They devise and carry out strategies to monitor and protect sensitive data and systems from infiltration and cyberattacks.

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5) Data analyst

What data analysts do: Data analyst duties include developing frameworks for data, analytics, and strategy development, as well as implementing data-analysis tools and providing user training. Other duties include collecting and analyzing data sets from diverse sources to inform business decisions and make accurate predictions. Tracking and monitoring internal and external data are other duties.

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6) Solutions architect

What solutions architects do: Solution architects manage complex processes to solve business problems using technology. Duties include defining features, phases, and solution requirements to address issues and weaknesses and determining the best tech solution to solve problems while also explaining the solution to project stakeholders to achieve buy-in.

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7) Systems engineer

What systems engineers do: System engineers combine knowledge of engineering and coding to implement computer systems for businesses and organizations. Most job descriptions require system design and analysis, as well as communication, mathematical, and business skills. They implement new systems, evaluate performance, and correct software errors in existing systems. Responsibilities may include preparing progress and specifications reports, maintaining inventory, and overseeing payroll.

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8) Software developer

What software developers do: Software developer responsibilities include designing, testing, implementing, and managing software programs. They are also charged with modifying existing programs to meet company needs, developing quality-assurance testing methods, training users, and evaluating the software for its efficiency and usability. They may also implement programs, integrate systems, train users, and monitor systems.

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9) UX designer

What UX designers do: UX designers are responsible for the look and feel of websites. Using product specifications, user psychology, and research data, they work with web developers to create website concepts and conduct usability tests to evaluate design success. They find creative ways to address usability and findability issues, and use the knowledge gained to develop wireframes and prototypes to meet customer needs.

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10) Systems administrator

What systems administrators do: System administrators are responsible for providing technical support for both hardware and software issues. They manage the configuration and operation of client-based computer operating systems, monitor systems, and respond to security issues. Job duties also include maintaining secure data backups, and monitoring and upgrading systems, processes, and security measures. They will also be expected to install and test new system hardware.

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11) Applications engineer

What applications engineers do: Application Engineers gather customer input and sales information and use it to design or redesign, develop, test, and implement complex software programs and applications based on user needs. Job duties include designing, developing, implementing, and testing new applications, upgrading existing software, and providing technical support.

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12) Data engineer

What data engineers do: Data engineers build systems to handle big data. They design, develop, build, test, and maintain architectures, including databases and large-scale data-processing systems. They are responsible for finding ways to acquire and filter data, and developing high-performance algorithms for data use, such as predictive modeling and proof of concepts. Responsibilities also include creating and implementing a disaster-recovery plan.

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13) Product manager

What product managers do: Product managers are responsible for developing products from start to finish. They conduct market research to identify potential products, devise product requirements, write specifications, set production timelines and benchmarks, assign responsibilities, and monitor the project from end-to-end. They may also set pricing, as well as develop marketing strategies and rollout schedule.  

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14) Java developer

What Java developers do: Java developers create user information system solutions by designing and developing high-volume, low-latency applications. Responsibilities include determining and defining user needs, writing specifications, and developing, testing, and implementing solutions.

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15) Sales engineer

What sales engineers do: Technical sales engineers provide clients with technical advice and introduce new products. Responsibilities include identifying new markets and clients, conducting sales meetings, negotiating contracts, and providing information, training, and technical support to clients.

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Too bad the Senate did not do their homework!  Anywhere you look you will see that most children that come down with measles are new to the country.  Why not make it mandatory to have a vaccine before they even get to the country.  Also, with proper diet and good food most people will not get any viruses. However, the pharmaceuticals will not make any money if they can not force you to buy their product. So, buy up stocks in all those chemicals that create the vaccines, because soon the superbug vaccine will be hitting the market too!

New York eliminated the religious exemption to vaccine requirements for schoolchildren Thursday, as the nation’s worst measles outbreak in decades prompts states to reconsider giving parents ways to opt out of immunization rules. The Democrat-led Senate and Assembly voted Thursday to repeal the exemption, which allows parents to cite religious beliefs to forego getting their child the vaccines required for school enrollment. Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, signed the measure minutes after the final vote. The law takes effect immediately but will give unvaccinated students up to 30 days after they enter a school to show they’ve had the first dose of each required immunization. With New York’s move, similar exemptions are still allowed in 45 states, though lawmakers in several of them have introduced their own legislation to eliminate the waiver. The issue is hotly contested and debate around it has often been emotional, pitting cries that religious freedom is being curtailed against warnings that public health is being endangered. After the vote in the Assembly, many of those watching from the gallery erupted in cries of “shame!” One woman yelled obscenities down to the lawmakers below.

The debate has only intensified with this year’s measles outbreak , which federal officials recently said has surpassed 1,000 illnesses, the highest in 27 years. “I’m not aware of anything in the Torah, the Bible, the Koran or anything else that suggests you should not get vaccinated,” said Bronx Democrat Jeffrey Dinowitz, the bill’s Assembly sponsor. “If you choose to not vaccinate your child, therefore potentially endangering other children … then you’re the one choosing not to send your children to school.” Hundreds of parents of unvaccinated children gathered at New York’s Capitol for the vote to protest. Stan Yung, a Long Island attorney and father, said his Russian Orthodox religious views and health concerns about vaccines will prevent him from vaccinating his three young children. His family, he said, may consider leaving the state. “People came to this country to get away from exactly this kind of stuff,” Yung said ahead of Thursday’s votes.

Supporters of the bill say religious beliefs about vaccines shouldn’t eclipse scientific evidence that they work, noting the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in 1905 that states have the right to enforce compulsory vaccination laws. During the Assembly’s floor debate, supporters brought up scourges of the past that were defeated in the U.S. through vaccines. “I’m old enough to have been around when polio was a real threat,” said Assemblywoman Deborah Glick, D-Manhattan. “I believe in science…. Your personal opinions, which may be based on junk science, do not trump the greater good.” Supporters also suggest some parents may be claiming the religious exemption for their children even though their opposition is actually based on scientifically discredited claims about the dangers of vaccines. The bill would not change an existing state exemption given to children who cannot have vaccines for medical reasons, such as a weakened immune system. Cuomo told reporters on Wednesday that he believes public health — and the need to protect those who cannot get vaccinated because for medical reasons — outweighs the concerns about religious freedom.

“I understand freedom of religion,” he said. “I have heard the anti-vaxxers’ theory, but I believe both are overwhelmed by the public health risk.” The current measles outbreak has renewed concern about the exemptions in many states. The nation last saw as many cases in 1992, when more than 2,200 were reported. The majority of cases are from outbreaks in New York in Orthodox Jewish communities. California removed personal belief vaccine exemptions for children in both public and private schools in 2015, after a measles outbreak at Disneyland sickened 147 people and spread across the U.S. and into Canada. Maine ended its religious exemption earlier this year. Mississippi and West Virginia also do not allow religious exemptions. Once common in the U.S., measles became rare after vaccination campaigns that started in the 1960s. A decade ago, there were fewer than 100 cases a year.

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