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asTech Device is Certified to Support the GM Collision Repair Network

PLANO, Texas, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — asTech, a Repairify Inc. company, is providing GM with key scanning, diagnostics, and calibration solutions.

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PLANO, Texas, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — asTech, a Repairify Inc. company, is providing GM with key scanning, diagnostics, and calibration solutions.

asTech is OE certified and is committed to providing customers with safe and proper repair—protecting customer safety and maintaining product integrity.

«asTech provides the right service, tools, and quality technicians to provide proper repair and customer safety,» stated Jake Rodenroth, asTech Director of OEM and Industry Technical Relations. «As product development continues, and as we see more EV vehicles to the future, asTech, as a solution, can meet that remote volume.»

The GM Collision Repair Network is designed to provide tools to assist in the pre- and post-repair scans, usage of OEM repair procedures, completion of recalibration, and quality-control checks. Utilizing asTech’s remote diagnostic solutions within the GM Collision Repair Network, customers can receive diagnostics and calibration of their GM vehicles.

This latest announcement demonstrates asTech’s commitment to providing superior quality automotive diagnostic and vehicle electronic services to professional repair organizations. As automotive electronics become more advanced asTech is committed to the safe and proper repair.

About asTech®

Founded in 2010, asTech, a Repairify company, is a leading remote diagnostics service solution provider in the automotive repair industry. ASE certified and dealer trained technicians use their patented technology to run OEM scanning tools remotely and ensure electronic vehicle systems are returned back to OEM standards post-collision repair. For more information, visit astech.com.

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Ag Barometer drifts lower, farmers remain concerned about the future despite strong economic conditions

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. and CHICAGO, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped 7 points in January to a reading of 167. While the Index of Current…

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. and CHICAGO, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer dropped 7 points in January to a reading of 167. While the Index of Current Conditions remained relatively flat, down 3 points to a reading of 199; the Index of Future Expectations fell 10 points to a reading of 151. Since its peak in October of 2020, the Ag Economy Barometer has fallen 9 percent, all attributable to weaker expectations for the future. The Index of Future Expectations has fallen 19 percent since October, while the Index of Current Conditions rose 12 percent over the same time period. The Ag Economy Barometer is calculated each month from 400 U.S. agricultural producers’ responses to a telephone survey. This month’s survey was conducted from January 18-22, 2021.

«The ongoing strength in the Current Conditions Index appears to be driven by the ongoing rally in crop prices, while the deterioration in the Futures Expectations Index seems to be motivated by longer-run concerns about policies that could impact U.S. agriculture in the future,» said James Mintert, the barometer’s principal investigator and director of Purdue University’s Center for Commercial Agriculture.

Producers are becoming more optimistic about short-term expectations for their farms’ financial performance, with nearly one-third expecting better financial performance in the coming year compared to 2020. When asked about the size of their operating loan, 17% of respondents expect their loan to increase this year and, of those, 20% said the increased loan is due to carrying over unpaid operating debt from the previous year. This implies that 3 to 4% of those surveyed are suffering financial stress; however, that is down from 5-6% of farms identified as suffering financial stress one year ago.

 Producers continue to think now is a relatively good time to make large investments in their farming operations. The Farm Capital Investment Index held strong at its record high of 93 for the past two months. The percentage of farmers expecting to increase their machinery purchases also held at its highest level over the last year of 15 percent in January.

Farmers also remained bullish about short-term farmland values and cash rental rates. In January, 43% of respondents said they expect farmland values to rise over the next year (up 8 points from December) and 27 percent of respondents said they expect cash rental rates to rise in 2021 (up 9 points from last month).

Farmers’ weakening expectations for the future appear to be motivated by concerns about several policy issues. Confidence that the on-going trade dispute with China will ultimately be resolved in a way that favors U.S. agriculture has waned, falling 12 points in January to 38 percent. There is also concern about possible changes in environmental policies with 83% of respondents expecting more restrictive regulations under the new administration (up 42 points since October). Lastly, approximately 73% and 75%, respectively, expect higher estate and income taxes over the next five years, compared to 35% and 40% who felt that way in October.

Interest in capturing carbon on farms that agree to follow specified production practices has increased as several firms have begun offering contracts to farmers. To learn more about this, the January barometer survey included questions related to carbon capture. Thirty percent of respondents to the January survey said they are aware of opportunities to receive a payment for capturing carbon. Interestingly, among the 30 percent aware of these opportunities, 22 percent said they have actively engaged in discussions about receiving a carbon capture payment. This implies that 6 to 7 percent of the farmers in the January survey have given consideration to contractually sequestering carbon.

Finally, to better understand the farming community’s perspective on receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, the barometer survey has been asking respondents since October, whether they plan to get the vaccine. Possible responses included, «Yes, as soon as possible;» «Yes, but not right away;» and «No.» Interest in being vaccinated quickly has been trending up since October. In January, 58% said they plan to get vaccinated as soon as possible, up from 39% in December, 36% in November, and 24% in October.

Read the full Ag Economy Barometer report at https://purdue.ag/agbarometer. The site also offers additional resources – such as past reports, charts and survey methodology – and a form to sign up for monthly barometer email updates and webinars.

Each month, the Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture provides a short video analysis of the barometer results, available at https://purdue.ag/barometervideo, and for even more information, check out the Purdue Commercial AgCast podcast. It includes a detailed breakdown of each month’s barometer, in addition to a discussion of recent agricultural news that impacts farmers. Available now at https://purdue.ag/agcast.

The Ag Economy Barometer, Index of Current Conditions and Index of Future Expectations are available on the Bloomberg Terminal under the following ticker symbols: AGECBARO, AGECCURC and AGECFTEX.

About the Purdue University Center for Commercial Agriculture
The Center for Commercial Agriculture was founded in 2011 to provide professional development and educational programs for farmers. Housed within Purdue University’s Department of Agricultural Economics, the center’s faculty and staff develop and execute research and educational programs that address the different needs of managing in today’s business environment.

About CME Group
As the world’s leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, CME Group (www.cmegroup.com) enables clients to trade futures, options, cash and OTC markets, optimize portfolios, and analyze data – empowering market participants worldwide to efficiently manage risk and capture opportunities. CME Group exchanges offer the widest range of global benchmark products across all major asset classes based on interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, energy, agricultural products and metals.  The company offers futures and options on futures trading through the CME Globex® platform, fixed income trading via BrokerTec and foreign exchange trading on the EBS platform. In addition, it operates one of the world’s leading central counterparty clearing providers, CME Clearing. With a range of pre- and post-trade products and services underpinning the entire lifecycle of a trade, CME Group also offers optimization and reconciliation services through TriOptima, and trade processing services through Traiana.

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Writer: Kami Goodwin, 765-494-6999, kami@purdue.edu  
Source: James Mintert, 765-494-7004, jmintert@purdue.edu

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Purdue University Center for Commercial Agriculture: http://purdue.edu/commercialag
CME Group: http://www.cmegroup.com/

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Red Roof® Room in Your Heart campaign partners with United Way to bring awareness – and funds – to the organization and 211

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, continues its successful giving campaign this year with its newest Room in Your Heart (RIYH) purpose program. Red Roof’s Room in Your Heart…

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, continues its successful giving campaign this year with its newest Room in Your Heart (RIYH) purpose program. Red Roof’s Room in Your Heart is partnering with United Way to promote and support 211. 211 is a free, confidential referral and information helpline and website that connects people of all ages and from all communities to the essential health and human services they need, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Whether in times of natural disaster or personal crisis, 211 is committed to being the first, most essential resource to anyone who needs help.

«Our Room in Your Heart purpose-driven initiative has had a major impact in supporting diverse groups and the individuals they serve, and United Way and 211 support so many in need of assistance, especially at this time,» says Marina MacDonald, Chief Marketing Officer, Red Roof. «Room in Your Heart will help to support United Way to bring more awareness and donations to ensure the information helpline continues to benefit a wide variety of communities across the country.»

Red Roof is asking their valued guests to book a stay at a Red Roof Inn®, Red Roof PLUS+®, HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof®, or The Red Collection® property. Guests receive a significant discount on their room rate, and a portion of their stay will benefit United Way and the 211 network. Guests save 15% on their stay at participating properties and 5% of revenue from their completed stay booked with the VP code through February 28, 2021 goes to support United Way and the 211 network. Guests may book directly only using VP code, 628218 at redroof.com, or by calling 800.RED.ROOF, or at a participating property. The promotion begins on February 1 and ends February 28, 2021.

Previous Room in Your Heart philanthropic campaigns have been impactful for selected organizations. In 2020, the company offered a helping hand to deserving groups including students, first responders, sick children and military members.  Some groups included Flying Horse Farms which provides magical, transformative camp experiences for children with serious illnesses and their families–free of charge; the Freedom Alliance which supports American troops and their families with care packages, grants, scholarships, and other programs, and The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), the nation’s largest organization exclusively representing the Black College Community. The TMCF offers merit and need-based scholarships to help talented students obtain an affordable college education.

211 is a vital service leveraged by millions of people across North America. Every day, clients contact 211 to access free and confidential crisis and emergency counseling, disaster assistance, food, health care and insurance assistance, stable housing and utilities payment assistance, employment services, veteran services and childcare and family services. Last year, the 211 network responded to over 20 million requests for assistance across the U.S. The service is available to over 96% of the U.S. population, including in Puerto Rico and Washington, DC, and is also available in most of Canada. Individuals in need or who are looking for information for someone else can call 211 from a cell phone or landline or visit 211.org for more contact options.

«United Way and 211 are a lifeline for those in need — this year more than ever. Every day thousands of people turn to 211 for information, support and hope—whether financial, domestic, health or disaster-related,» said Suzanne McCormick, U.S. President, United Way Worldwide.  «In the wake of Covid-19, calls to 211 have surged up to 400% of regular call volume. Partnering with Red Roof and their purpose program, Room in Your Heart, will enable us to assist more callers in times of crisis.» 

About Red Roof®
Red Roof is an award-winning leader in the lodging industry, recognized for creating the innovative Upscale Economy® segment serving millions of guests each year. Known for obsessively listening to consumers, Red Roof offers travelers a consistently high-quality experience at an affordable price. With coast-to-coast locations, Red Roof has over 650 properties in the U.S. and has expanded internationally to Brazil and Japan. Whether business or leisure, short trips or extended stays, in the hearts of cities or on the road, Red Roof has a property for every traveler, delivering an enhanced experience at a value price. Red Roof is pet-friendly, as one well-behaved pet is welcome per room, nationwide, at no additional cost*. Ranging from economy to midscale, Red Roof’s portfolio of brands includes: Red Roof Inn® and Red Roof PLUS+®, allowing guests to Sleep Easy. Spend Less®. with enhanced amenities at a value price; The Red Collection®, a hyper-local soft brand in the Hearts of Cities You Love™; and Home Towne Studios by Red Roof®, offering guests A Brand New Way to Extended Stay™. Red Roof offers franchisees Genuine Relationships. Real Results.® – a unique owner-operator experience establishing common ground with franchisees. To join Red Roof’s industry-leading loyalty program, RediRewards™, or for reservations, visit redroof.com or call 800.RED.ROOF.

*Pet accommodations policy may vary at some Home Towne Studios by Red Roof locations.

 

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China Tire Export Industry Report 2020: Due to COVID-19, Exports are Down by 13.45 Million, or 13.70% Compared to 2019

DUBLIN, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The «Research Report of the Tire Export Industry in China…

DUBLIN, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The «Research Report of the Tire Export Industry in China 2020-2024″ report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

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China’s annual production of pneumatic tires was more than 800 million in 2015-2019, the highest output was 1.04 billion in 2018. Due to the upstream rubber industry and the downstream automobile industry, the tire production in 2019 had declined, only 842.26 million.

According to the analyst, the tires exported by China are new pneumatic tires, which are mainly used for passenger cars and commercial vehicles (buses and lorries). According to the analyst, from 2017 to 2019, the export volume increased from 289.59 million to 315.58 million. Affected by COVID-19 from January to April 2020, the number of tire exports is relatively small, only 84.71 million, down by 13.45 million, or 13.70% compared to the same period in 2019.

Although the volume of passenger car tire exports is more than that of commercial car tires, the amount of commercial car tire exports is higher. In 2019, the export volume of passenger car tires was 223.23 million, the value being USD 5,569.82 million, while the volume of commercial vehicle tires was 92.36 million, which was worth USD 7,350.04 million.

The export destinations of passenger car tires are always relatively scattered, with only the UK ranking the first, accounting for 8-10% of the total volume. While commercial vehicle tires were mainly exported to the United States. Even in the face of the Sino-U.S. trade war and epidemic situation, the United States was still the first export destination, accounting for 14-26% of the total volume.

China’s government encourages enterprises to export tires, while lots of other countries have raised tariffs on Chinese tires. Considering the pandemic and other factors, exports have estimated to be relatively low in 2020 and should gradually recover after 2021.

According to the analyst, the USA, the UK and Mexico are expected to be the top three export destinations in the next five years, followed by Germany, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.

Readers may obtain the following information from this report:

  • Economic Environment of the Tire Industry in China
  • Policies for Exported Tires in China
  • Analysis on the Supply of Tires in China
  • Analysis of Exported Tires in China
  • Analysis of Major Destinations of Exported Tires in China
  • Price Trends of Exported Tires in China
  • Driving Forces and Opportunities for Exported Tires in China
  • Forecasts on Exported Tires in China 2020-2024

Key Topics Covered:

1 China’s Tire Production, 2015-2019
1.1 Passenger Car Tires
1.2 Commercial Vehicle Tires

2 Related Policies of China’s Tire Exports

3 China’s Tire Export Scale, 2017-Apr. 2020
3.1 Types of Exported Tires from China
3.1.1 Passenger Car Tires
3.1.2 Commercial Vehicle Tires
3.2 Export Volume of Tires
3.1.1 Passenger Car Tires
3.2.2 Commercial Vehicle Tires
3.3 Export Value of Tires
3.3.1 Passenger Car Tires
3.3.2 Commercial Vehicle Tires

4 Major Destinations of Tire Exports from China, 2017-Apr.2020
4.1 Major Destinations of Tire Exports from China, 2017
4.2 Destinations of Tire Exports from China, 2018
4.3 Major Destinations of Tire Exports from China, 2019
4.4 Major Destinations of Tire Exports from China, 2020
4.5 Analysis of Exported Tires from China to USA, 2017 -2020

5 Factors Influencing China’s Tire Exports, 2020-2024
5.1 Drivers and Opportunities of China’s Tire Exports
5.2 Unfavorable Factors of China’s Tire Exports
6 Forecast on China’s Tire Exports, 2020-2024
6.1 Forecast on Tire Exports from China, 2020-2024
6.2 Forecast on Export Destinations

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Sycuan Casino Resort and Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan Achieve Health Security Verification from Sharecare and Forbes Travel Guide

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Sycuan Casino Resort and Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan are proud to announce that both properties are among the first hotels in the world to become Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED® with Forbes Travel Guide. The comprehensive facility verification helps ensure that guests and travel planners can book with confidence at properties that have appropriate health safety procedures in place.

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SAN DIEGO, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Sycuan Casino Resort and Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan are proud to announce that both properties are among the first hotels in the world to become Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED® with Forbes Travel Guide. The comprehensive facility verification helps ensure that guests and travel planners can book with confidence at properties that have appropriate health safety procedures in place.

This verification comes with an easily identifiable «seal of approval» – the Sharecare VERIFIED® with Forbes Travel Guide badge – based on a hotel’s compliance with expert-validated best practices that minimize the risk and impact of COVID-19 and potential future public health events.

«It is a great honor for both Sycuan Casino Resort and Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan to be recognized for our robust health and sanitation programs,» said Rob Cinelli, general manager at Sycuan Casino Resort. «Since the start of the pandemic, our team has worked tirelessly to create, implement and enforce very strict property-wide health and safety protocols that go well above the measures put in place by government agencies. Going into the new year, safety continues to be of the utmost importance and at the forefront in all of our decisions. This verification demonstrates our commitment to ensuring that our guests will always have not only a very safe, but world-class experience each time they visit our AAA Four-Diamond resort and award-winning golf resort.»

Developed by Forbes Travel Guide, the global authority on genuine Five-Star service, and digital health industry leader Sharecare, the comprehensive verification covers more than 360 standards across health and hygiene protocols, cleaning products and procedures, ventilation, physical distancing, the guest experience, and health safety communication with guests and employees. Hotels are required to verify their health protocols on an ongoing basis to ensure continued compliance with the most up-to-date global health standards.

«The pandemic has made it clear that hotels and resorts must, first and foremost, assure guests of their safety,» said Filip Boyen, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide. «By becoming VERIFIED®, both Sycuan Casino Resort and Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan have demonstrated its commitment to creating a culture of accountability and following global best practices to heighten health security, certified by a third party.»

For a complete list of hotels and resorts that currently are Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED® with Forbes Travel Guide, please visit www.forbestravelguide.com/verified.

About Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort began as a humble Bingo Palace in 1983. Now more than 37 years later, it has become a community landmark and one of San Diego’s premier casino and resort destinations. Sycuan recently completed a $260M expansion, which includes a 12-story luxury hotel tower with over 300 guest rooms and 57 suites. Guests can enjoy a wide range of onsite amenities including a variety of new restaurants from fast-casual to fine dining, meeting and event space, a full-service spa, fitness center and a state-of-the-art pool and gardens area with a lazy river and swim-up bar. Sycuan also boasts a newly expanded casino floor for more than 2,300 slot machines and 54 table games in a variety of gaming options. Sycuan is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For more information visit www.sycuan.com, Facebook: @sycuancasinoresort, Instagram: @sycuan_casinoresort, Twitter: @sycuancasino and LinkedIn: company/sycuancasinoresort or call 619-445-6002.

About Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan

Nestled inside the beautiful and tranquil hills of Dehesa Valley, our two challenging 18-hole championship golf courses and fun 18-hole par 3 course are guaranteed to give you unforgettable experiences from beginning to end. The courses are thoughtfully designed with some surprises along the way and plenty of spectacular natural features to add interest.

To get your game on par with the pros, we offer specialized Golf Academies for everyone: adults, kids, juniors, couples and women. Discover why Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan is among the best golf resorts in Southern California. Our San Diego vacation packages provide the best of both worlds, with access to our three courses and a relaxing stay at our peaceful resort. For more information visit www.singinghillsgolfresort.com.

About Forbes Travel Guide 

Forbes Travel Guide is the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas. Started as Mobil Travel Guide in 1958, the company created the first Five-Star rating system in the United States. Today, Forbes Travel Guide’s incognito inspectors travel the world, evaluating properties based on up to 900 rigorous, objective standards. Forbes Travel Guide also supports the hospitality industry and other service-oriented businesses such as luxury residential, healthcare and private clubs with bespoke training solutions, evaluation services and the creation of custom service standards. For more information, please visit partner.forbestravelguide.com.  

About Sharecare 

Sharecare is the leading digital health company that helps people – no matter where they are in their health journey – unify and manage all their health in one place. Our comprehensive and data-driven virtual health platform is designed to help people, providers, employers, health plans, government organizations, and communities optimize individual and population-wide well-being by driving positive behavior change. Driven by our philosophy that we are all together better, at Sharecare, we are committed to supporting each individual through the lens of their personal health and making high-quality care more accessible and affordable for everyone. To learn more, visit www.sharecare.com.  

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AMSOIL INC. Introduces New Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant

SUPERIOR, Wis., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — AMSOIL has introduced new Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant, designed to cool high-revving, hot-running powersports engines. Formulated to handle the harsh operating conditions in which these applications operate, AMSOIL Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant offers the convenience of using one product for various powersports equipment.

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SUPERIOR, Wis., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — AMSOIL has introduced new Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant, designed to cool high-revving, hot-running powersports engines. Formulated to handle the harsh operating conditions in which these applications operate, AMSOIL Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant offers the convenience of using one product for various powersports equipment.

AMSOIL Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant features an ethylene-glycol formulation that meets original equipment manufacturer (OEM) recommendations. It provides an extended five-year service life with excellent boil-over protection up to 226°F (108°C) and freeze protection down to -34°F (-37°C). With a borate-, nitrite- and phosphate-free blend, it maximizes coolant life and helps prevent cooling-system scale and deposits. Robust corrosion inhibitors fight corrosion and cavitation while protecting metal surfaces from wear.

AMSOIL Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant is pre-mixed 50/50 with high-purity water, offering more convenience to consumers by eliminating the hassle of measuring and mixing fluids. It is available in convenient quart packaging and suitable for use in motorcycles, dirt bikes, ATVs, UTVs, snowmobiles, outboard motors and personal watercraft.

AMSOIL formulates advanced synthetic lubricants and performance products for those who demand the best. For more information or to order, contact your nearest AMSOIL Dealer or visit AMSOIL.com. AMSOIL INC., 925 Tower Ave. Superior, WI 54880.

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Sr. Marketing Manager
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Actor Ed Helms Exposes the Political Corruption That Led to Student Loan Debt Crisis

NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — More than 44 million people in the United States are buried under $1.6 trillion dollars in federal student loan debt. And every year the crisis continues to get worse, preventing people from buying houses, saving for retirement, and realizing their dreams.

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NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — More than 44 million people in the United States are buried under $1.6 trillion dollars in federal student loan debt. And every year the crisis continues to get worse, preventing people from buying houses, saving for retirement, and realizing their dreams.

In a new short film from leading right-left anti-corruption organization RepresentUs, Unbreaking America: Drowning in Student Debt, actor Ed Helms explains how we can help fix our student debt crisis by taking political power away from the big banks, lobbying firms and financial institutions that profit from student loans, and putting power in the hands of the people. He then tells us how a groundbreaking anti-corruption bill moving through Congress right now, the For the People Act, would crack down on corruption.

«We finally have a real opportunity to fix the government corruption that is causing the student debt crisis as well as blocking progress on every other issue that you care about. And remarkably, it doesn’t involve pitchforks and torches. It’s called the ‘For the People Act’ and we all need to get behind it right now,» said Helms, a member of the Board of Directors of RepresentUs.

You can watch Unbreaking America: Drowning in Student Debt here.

In the latest film in a series produced by RepresentUs, Unbreaking America, Helms details how crippling student debt is a symptom of our broken political system. Massive financial institutions use lobbyists, campaign donations and their insider political connections to skew federal policy to protect their interests and pad their profits.

Fortunately, there is hope. The most powerful, sweeping federal anti-corruption law since Watergate is moving through Congress right now. The For the People Act would fundamentally reshape American politics. It would break partisan gridlock by taking political power away from lobbyists, political insiders and profiteering financial institutions. The bill ends gerrymandering, protects and secures our elections, and restores and protects voting rights.

RepresentUs is building on the success of more than 120 statewide anti-corruption victories to mobilize millions of its members behind passage of the For the People Act.

Unbreaking America: Drowning in Student Debt comes at a time when President Biden has deferred student loan payments until October and is considering an executive order to forgive some student loan debt. But these actions won’t fix the underlying cause of this crisis.

Unbreaking America: Drowning in Student Debt is the latest film in RepresentUs’ Unbreaking America series. It follows the massive success of Unbreaking America: Solving the Corruption Crisis starring Academy Award-winning actor Jennifer Lawrence, Unbreaking America: Divided We Fall starring Academy Award-winning actor and producer Michael Douglas, and Unbreaking America: Justice for Sale starring celebrated actor Omar Epps.

About RepresentUs

RepresentUs is the leading anti-corruption organization that is unrigging America’s broken political system. Co-Founded in 2012 by Josh Silver and Joshua Graham Lynn, they are leading a non-partisan movement of Americans dedicated to putting power back in the hands of the voters. Corruption and a rigged system have halted progress on the issues that Americans care most about, from healthcare to education to government spending.

Through the continued passage of state and local laws that fix our broken elections, fight against gerrymandering, stop political bribery, and end secret money, RepresentUs advocates for the federal passage of the bi-partisan American Anti-Corruption Act (aka The For The People Act in Congress) to restore a government that is once again by and for the people. To date, the movement has passed 114 transformative anti-corruption acts and resolutions in cities and states across the country—and in 2018 passed more anti-corruption reform than in any other year in America’s history.

For more information on RepresentUs and the strategy to unrig the system, visit represent.us.

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The Ad Council and Autism Speaks Further Advocacy for Early Autism Screening Through Latest Awareness Campaign

NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Identifying the early signs of autism can make a lifetime of difference in helping a child access resources and thrive later in life. As part of their ongoing commitment to lowering the age of diagnosis and empowering more autistic children to reach their full potential, the Ad Council and Autism Speaks launched an all-new bilingual awareness campaign today encouraging parents and caregivers of young children to <a target="_blank"…

NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Identifying the early signs of autism can make a lifetime of difference in helping a child access resources and thrive later in life. As part of their ongoing commitment to lowering the age of diagnosis and empowering more autistic children to reach their full potential, the Ad Council and Autism Speaks launched an all-new bilingual awareness campaign today encouraging parents and caregivers of young children to spot the signs early and seek support when they need it. Families can learn more and access a simple screening questionnaire at ScreenForAutism.org or DeteccionDeAutismo.org.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here:  https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8848651-ad-council-autism-speaks-screening-questionnaire/

According to the CDC, autism effects an estimated 1 in 54 children in the U.S., and though autism can be reliably diagnosed as early as age 18 months, the signs can begin to appear even earlier. Despite this, the average age of diagnosis is 4 years and 3 months, and even later in minority and low-income communities. This later diagnosis results in missing out on access to critical, life-enhancing resources and supports. As COVID-19 prevented many families from regular well-visits to assess progress toward developmental milestones, experts believe that even more children have gone undiagnosed in recent months.

The new campaign, which features three children on the spectrum and their families, centers on a series of birthday parties with select examples of how children with autism may respond differently to day-to-day situations and how parents can identify the signs and support their child’s healthy development. The spots resolve in the positive outcomes that are possible following a diagnosis – conveying how identifying a child’s unique needs can be a pivotal turning point to help them achieve better outcomes.

The awareness campaign prompts parents and families to provide early support by visiting ScreenForAutism.org or DeteccionDeAutismo.org, to access both English and Spanish resources to identify the signs of autism, take part in a screening questionnaire and request information from the Autism Speaks Autism Response Team before, during and after a child’s diagnosis. In addition, the site features free, bilingual materials such as the 100 Day Kit, providing families pivotal information and advice for making the best possible use of the first 100 days following a diagnosis.

Autism Speaks also offers a virtual adaptation of the Caregiver Skills Training (CST) program, developed with support from the World Health Organization. CST is an evidence-based program that helps bring autism best practices to low-resource settings, and it has been successfully implemented in 33 countries around the world. This series of animated videos makes it easy for parents and caregivers to learn how to support their child’s development through everyday routines and activities, which is more important today than ever for the many families whose access to intervention has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

«Increasing early screening and timely interventions for kids on the spectrum is a crucial part of our mission, and our work with the Ad Council is so important to advancing this effort,» said Pamela Dixon, director of clinical services and inclusion at Autism Speaks. «The earlier a child can receive support – whatever their unique set of strengths and challenges are – the better their future outcomes can be. We believe in a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential, and early diagnosis is critical to making this a reality.»

By sharing the positive outcomes that can follow a diagnosis, the campaign aims to destigmatize autism screenings, by encouraging the dialogue that is essential to accessing support. Research shows that early intervention can improve learning, communication and social skills among young children with autism. The campaign urges parents to understand how learning the signs of autism, many of which are identifiable early in a child’s life, can afford the best opportunities to deliver benefits across the entire life span.

«It was important that the ultimate takeaway was one of hope and positivity. We chose to use a childhood birthday to underscore the message that it’s never too early to look for signs of autism, and reassure parents that a screening is not something to fear, but rather the first step to a better life for their child,» says David Povill, executive creative director at BBDO.

«Early detection and screening for autism continues to be an important issue for the Ad Council to communicate to families because diagnosis and early intervention improve outcomes for children. And COVID presents a particularly unique challenge for parents of young children right now, since they aren’t interacting with physicians or childcare workers as much as they normally would,» said Ad Council Chief Campaign Development Officer Heidi Arthur. «On the other hand, parents and caregivers are spending more time with their children than ever before. It’s critically important that those parents know what signs to look for and know where to go to learn more.»

To learn more about early screening for autism, visit ScreenforAutism.org or join the conversation with @AutismSpeaks on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For personalized support and questions, contact Autism Speaks’ Autism Response Team at 1-888-AUTISM2, en Español at 1-888-772-9050 or email help@autismspeaks.org.

About autism

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. We know that there is not one autism but many subtypes, and each person with autism can have unique strengths and challenges. A combination of genetic and environmental factors influence the development of autism, and autism often is accompanied by medical issues such as GI disorders, seizures and sleep disturbances.

About Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. To find resources, join a fundraising walk or make a donation, go to www.AutismSpeaks.org.

About the Ad Council 

The Ad Council brings together the most creative minds in advertising and media to address the most worthy causes. Its innovative, pro bono social good campaigns raise awareness. They inspire action. They save lives. To learn more, visit www.adcouncil.org, follow the Ad Council’s communities on Facebook and Twitter, and view our creative on YouTube.

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The Ad Council and Autism Speaks Further Advocacy for Early Autism Screening Through Latest Awareness Campaign

NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Identifying the early signs of autism can make a lifetime of difference in helping a child access resources and thrive later in life. As part of their ongoing commitment to lowering the age of diagnosis and empowering more autistic children to reach their full potential, the Ad Council and Autism Speaks launched an all-new bilingual awareness campaign today encouraging parents and caregivers of young children to <a target="_blank"…

NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Identifying the early signs of autism can make a lifetime of difference in helping a child access resources and thrive later in life. As part of their ongoing commitment to lowering the age of diagnosis and empowering more autistic children to reach their full potential, the Ad Council and Autism Speaks launched an all-new bilingual awareness campaign today encouraging parents and caregivers of young children to spot the signs early and seek support when they need it. Families can learn more and access a simple screening questionnaire at ScreenForAutism.org or DeteccionDeAutismo.org.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8848651-ad-council-autism-speaks-screening-questionnaire/

According to the CDC, autism effects an estimated 1 in 54 children in the U.S., and though autism can be reliably diagnosed as early as age 18 months, the signs can begin to appear even earlier. Despite this, the average age of diagnosis is 4 years and 3 months, and even later in minority and low-income communities. This later diagnosis results in missing out on access to critical, life-enhancing resources and supports. As COVID-19 prevented many families from regular well-visits to assess progress toward developmental milestones, experts believe that even more children have gone undiagnosed in recent months.

The new campaign, which features three children on the spectrum and their families, centers on a series of birthday parties with select examples of how children with autism may respond differently to day-to-day situations and how parents can identify the signs and support their child’s healthy development. The spots resolve in the positive outcomes that are possible following a diagnosis – conveying how identifying a child’s unique needs can be a pivotal turning point to help them achieve better outcomes.

The awareness campaign prompts parents and families to provide early support by visiting ScreenForAutism.org or DeteccionDeAutismo.org, to access both English and Spanish resources to identify the signs of autism, take part in a screening questionnaire and request information from the Autism Speaks Autism Response Team before, during and after a child’s diagnosis. In addition, the site features free, bilingual materials such as the 100 Day Kit, providing families pivotal information and advice for making the best possible use of the first 100 days following a diagnosis.

Autism Speaks also offers a virtual adaptation of the Caregiver Skills Training (CST) program, developed with support from the World Health Organization. CST is an evidence-based program that helps bring autism best practices to low-resource settings, and it has been successfully implemented in 33 countries around the world. This series of animated videos makes it easy for parents and caregivers to learn how to support their child’s development through everyday routines and activities, which is more important today than ever for the many families whose access to intervention has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

«Increasing early screening and timely interventions for kids on the spectrum is a crucial part of our mission, and our work with the Ad Council is so important to advancing this effort,» said Pamela Dixon, director of clinical services and inclusion at Autism Speaks. «The earlier a child can receive support – whatever their unique set of strengths and challenges are – the better their future outcomes can be. We believe in a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential, and early diagnosis is critical to making this a reality.»

By sharing the positive outcomes that can follow a diagnosis, the campaign aims to destigmatize autism screenings, by encouraging the dialogue that is essential to accessing support. Research shows that early intervention can improve learning, communication and social skills among young children with autism. The campaign urges parents to understand how learning the signs of autism, many of which are identifiable early in a child’s life, can afford the best opportunities to deliver benefits across the entire life span.

«It was important that the ultimate takeaway was one of hope and positivity. We chose to use a childhood birthday to underscore the message that it’s never too early to look for signs of autism, and reassure parents that a screening is not something to fear, but rather the first step to a better life for their child,» says David Povill, executive creative director at BBDO.

«Early detection and screening for autism continues to be an important issue for the Ad Council to communicate to families because diagnosis and early intervention improve outcomes for children. And COVID presents a particularly unique challenge for parents of young children right now, since they aren’t interacting with physicians or childcare workers as much as they normally would,» said Ad Council Chief Campaign Development Officer Heidi Arthur. «On the other hand, parents and caregivers are spending more time with their children than ever before. It’s critically important that those parents know what signs to look for and know where to go to learn more.»

To learn more about early screening for autism, visit ScreenforAutism.org or join the conversation with @AutismSpeaks on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For personalized support and questions, contact Autism Speaks’ Autism Response Team at 1-888-AUTISM2, en Español at 1-888-772-9050 or email help@autismspeaks.org.

About autism

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. We know that there is not one autism but many subtypes, and each person with autism can have unique strengths and challenges. A combination of genetic and environmental factors influence the development of autism, and autism often is accompanied by medical issues such as GI disorders, seizures and sleep disturbances.

About Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. To find resources, join a fundraising walk or make a donation, go to www.AutismSpeaks.org.

About the Ad Council 

The Ad Council brings together the most creative minds in advertising and media to address the most worthy causes. Its innovative, pro bono social good campaigns raise awareness. They inspire action. They save lives. To learn more, visit www.adcouncil.org, follow the Ad Council’s communities on Facebook and Twitter, and view our creative on YouTube.

 

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The Ad Council and Autism Speaks Further Advocacy for Early Autism Screening Through Latest Awareness Campaign

NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Identifying the early signs of autism can make a lifetime of difference in helping a child access resources and thrive later in life. As part of their ongoing commitment to lowering the age of diagnosis and empowering more autistic children to reach their full potential, the Ad Council and Autism Speaks launched an all-new bilingual awareness campaign today encouraging parents and caregivers of young children to <a target="_blank"…

NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Identifying the early signs of autism can make a lifetime of difference in helping a child access resources and thrive later in life. As part of their ongoing commitment to lowering the age of diagnosis and empowering more autistic children to reach their full potential, the Ad Council and Autism Speaks launched an all-new bilingual awareness campaign today encouraging parents and caregivers of young children to spot the signs early and seek support when they need it. Families can learn more and access a simple screening questionnaire at ScreenForAutism.org or DeteccionDeAutismo.org.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here:  https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8848651-ad-council-autism-speaks-screening-questionnaire/

According to the CDC, autism effects an estimated 1 in 54 children in the U.S., and though autism can be reliably diagnosed as early as age 18 months, the signs can begin to appear even earlier. Despite this, the average age of diagnosis is 4 years and 3 months, and even later in minority and low-income communities. This later diagnosis results in missing out on access to critical, life-enhancing resources and supports. As COVID-19 prevented many families from regular well-visits to assess progress toward developmental milestones, experts believe that even more children have gone undiagnosed in recent months.

The new campaign, which features three children on the spectrum and their families, centers on a series of birthday parties with select examples of how children with autism may respond differently to day-to-day situations and how parents can identify the signs and support their child’s healthy development. The spots resolve in the positive outcomes that are possible following a diagnosis – conveying how identifying a child’s unique needs can be a pivotal turning point to help them achieve better outcomes.

The awareness campaign prompts parents and families to provide early support by visiting ScreenForAutism.org or DeteccionDeAutismo.org, to access both English and Spanish resources to identify the signs of autism, take part in a screening questionnaire and request information from the Autism Speaks Autism Response Team before, during and after a child’s diagnosis. In addition, the site features free, bilingual materials such as the 100 Day Kit, providing families pivotal information and advice for making the best possible use of the first 100 days following a diagnosis.

Autism Speaks also offers a virtual adaptation of the Caregiver Skills Training (CST) program, developed with support from the World Health Organization. CST is an evidence-based program that helps bring autism best practices to low-resource settings, and it has been successfully implemented in 33 countries around the world. This series of animated videos makes it easy for parents and caregivers to learn how to support their child’s development through everyday routines and activities, which is more important today than ever for the many families whose access to intervention has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

«Increasing early screening and timely interventions for kids on the spectrum is a crucial part of our mission, and our work with the Ad Council is so important to advancing this effort,» said Pamela Dixon, director of clinical services and inclusion at Autism Speaks. «The earlier a child can receive support – whatever their unique set of strengths and challenges are – the better their future outcomes can be. We believe in a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential, and early diagnosis is critical to making this a reality.»

By sharing the positive outcomes that can follow a diagnosis, the campaign aims to destigmatize autism screenings, by encouraging the dialogue that is essential to accessing support. Research shows that early intervention can improve learning, communication and social skills among young children with autism. The campaign urges parents to understand how learning the signs of autism, many of which are identifiable early in a child’s life, can afford the best opportunities to deliver benefits across the entire life span.

«It was important that the ultimate takeaway was one of hope and positivity. We chose to use a childhood birthday to underscore the message that it’s never too early to look for signs of autism, and reassure parents that a screening is not something to fear, but rather the first step to a better life for their child,» says David Povill, executive creative director at BBDO.

«Early detection and screening for autism continues to be an important issue for the Ad Council to communicate to families because diagnosis and early intervention improve outcomes for children. And COVID presents a particularly unique challenge for parents of young children right now, since they aren’t interacting with physicians or childcare workers as much as they normally would,» said Ad Council Chief Campaign Development Officer Heidi Arthur. «On the other hand, parents and caregivers are spending more time with their children than ever before. It’s critically important that those parents know what signs to look for and know where to go to learn more.»

To learn more about early screening for autism, visit ScreenforAutism.org or join the conversation with @AutismSpeaks on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For personalized support and questions, contact Autism Speaks’ Autism Response Team at 1-888-AUTISM2, en Español at 1-888-772-9050 or email help@autismspeaks.org.

About autism

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. We know that there is not one autism but many subtypes, and each person with autism can have unique strengths and challenges. A combination of genetic and environmental factors influence the development of autism, and autism often is accompanied by medical issues such as GI disorders, seizures and sleep disturbances.

About Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. To find resources, join a fundraising walk or make a donation, go to www.AutismSpeaks.org.

About the Ad Council 

The Ad Council brings together the most creative minds in advertising and media to address the most worthy causes. Its innovative, pro bono social good campaigns raise awareness. They inspire action. They save lives. To learn more, visit www.adcouncil.org, follow the Ad Council’s communities on Facebook and Twitter, and view our creative on YouTube.

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