Sentences with phrase «said issues of importance»

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The other hot - button issue, says Caldwell, is getting lawmakers and employers to understand the importance of family bonding and attachment — something which feeds into the aforementioned issue.

April 6: Facebook says it will require admins of popular pages and advertisers buying political or «issue» ads on «debated topics of national legislative importance» like education or abortion to verify their identity and location — in an effort to fight disinformation on its platform.

NRF asked the Supreme Court to review the case, saying the issue was «of staggering importance.»

It said the attendees «may or may not change from session to session, but the specific agenda subjects will likely change because of the importance of this issue to the American economy and its workers.»

«This is an issue of significant economic importance,» said Black.

«Benesch's extensive experience representing clients within the alternative investment industry and their deep understanding of the issues and topics of greatest importance and interest to the industry makes it the perfect addition to the Roundtable's existing group of sponsors,» said Adam Weinstein, President of the New York Hedge Fund Roundtable.

Daniel McArthur, the general manager of Ashers, said: «The fact that the Supreme Court is willing to hear arguments is very encouraging and reflects the importance of the issues and the high - profile nature of the case.»

On the issue of sacraments, which dominated much of the discussion (partly due to Leithart's firm insistence on the absolute necessity of weekly communion), Sanders said little, given his low - church Zwinglianism on the issue, Trueman admitted their importance but stressed the centrality of the Word, and Leithart camped out on his own more sociological De Lubacian sacramentology.

After the Bangkok meeting, the Russian Orthodox Church sent a letter to the World Council of Churches saying that while they recognized the importance and the duty of Christian participation in social issues, they wanted to highlight the reality of salvation as hope beyond death, as life in God.

Says the chief justice: «It conflicts with our whole history and tradition to permit questions of the Religion Clauses to assume such importance in our legislatures and in our elections that they could divert attention from the myriad issues and problems which confront every level of government» (ibid., 622).

I liked what Leah (our biologist / young earth creationist) said about the importance of educating Christians about this issue.

Ten years later, the issue of sustainability is more prolific than ever, and our predictions show it is set to continue growing in importance,» said James Drake - Brockman, divisional director, Easyfairs» Packaging Portfolio.

Speaking on Sky Sport Italia, Sabatini talked about the importance of Mario in the Nerazzurri setup, and he is confident that manager Luciano Spalletti will resolve the player's situation at San Siro, he said: «As with all those who have to earn their place at the World Cup, Joao has some issues with the lack of playing time.

I knew that warranty issues were of great importance to many people, and always cautioned my friends / fans as to be aware of these issues, I'm thankful to finally not have to say «use whatever works BUT»....

McCarthy «understands the importance of the fresh produce industry to his state's economy and of the nation,» said Ray Gilmer, vice president of issues management and communication at the United Fresh Produce Association, in a statement to MA.

Mr Moraes said a gap existed between the importance of European issues and their coverage in British reporting, citing temporary agency workers» rights, climate change, and working time as key issues currently affecting the UK.

Quinn says Schneiderman's election will «ensure progressive justice in our state» and says she's supporting him because «his commitment to the issues of importance to me, as a woman, as a member of the LGBT community, and as a New Yorker, has never wavered.»

56 % of those who say the SNP can best deal with the issue of most importance to them said they would vote for the SNP.

Whether it its being a watchdog for tenants, fighting for children and families, or leading the push for criminal justice reform, she is concentrated on the issues of importance to our City,» said Anna Brower, James» communications director.

The issue is of particular importance to Republicans in the Senate, who hold the majority in that house by just one vote, says Dick Dadey, with the reform group Citizens Union.

She also said the whole nation needs to get involved because «It is an issue that touches on all, it's a matter of national importance and could threaten the peace of the nation.»

«In the end, I understand that the street names at issue in this case — Avidita Place, Fourberie Lane, and Cupidity Drive — are not that important to Staten Islanders; instead the real importance is that they are officially made part of the city map,» Oddo said in a statement Thursday.

«Senate Republicans recognize the importance of protecting our cherished natural resources for future generations and that's why we have led the way on key environmental issues here on Long Island and across the state,» Reif said.

But he said Collins and other Upstate Republicans would be wise to maintain their independence on key issues of importance for New York.

Bellavaia says it's the best way to explore the many issues of importance to district constituents.

«As state lawmakers reconvene next week, we look forward to engaging in a dialogue with Suffolk's state delegation, all of whom understand the importance of this issue to Suffolk County's future,» he said.

Parsons said he was planning on calling the governor personally to talk to him about mayoral control, and Wylde said members of her group had spoken with «all the officials in Albany about the importance of this issue.»

«Suzi Oppenheimer has been a knowledgeable and determined advocate for New York, especially on issues of importance to Westchester such as education, flood control, and lowering burdensome property taxes,» said Senator Schumer.

«I'm quite frustrated that issues of such great importance to millions of New Yorkers still have not been addressed,» de Blasio said.

The issue took on added importance Friday after the FBI said it now considers the mass shooting that killed 14 people this week in San Bernardino, Calif., an act of terrorism with possible links to the Islamic State.

Do we really take note of what actors say about issues of national and global importance?

Yet she emphasised the importance of «the issue about how you get people into Parliament in the first place, and to get more gay people to come forward and stand as candidates and councillors,» and said the Labour Party is working on this, particularly LGBT Labour.

He said: «I think it's vitally important that one particular issue does not cloud our views on the economic importance of the 300 - year - old Union.

«He just laid out the governor's aenda and pushed on the importance of all the issues, including (gay) marriage,» said Ball, who is one of a handful of GOP senators in the «on the fence» column on that particular topic.

He says that he recognises the importance of the issue, but doesn't really give a meaningful answer.

Twenty police officers attended a Town Board meeting the next night for an update on the radio issues, with Mr. Buonaiuto saying a fix was of «critical» importance.

«Whether it's closing the pay gap, whether it's higher education, whether it's early childhood education, whether it's maternity care, paid family leave, those sorts of issues that might not get sufficient attention or level of importance from male representatives might get more attention if we have women in office,» said Victoria Plotsky, one of the 62, who was elected to the Albany County Legislature.

«While citizens are certainly entitled to communicate their views on issues of importance to them to their elected officials, there are and must be bounds to the manner in which such views may be expressed, said U.S. Attorney James Kennedy of the western district of New York.

John Fratta, chair of the New York State Commission for Social Justice, said it was «sad that the leader of the city has abdicated leadership on an issue of importance to millions of New Yorkers.

In response to Cuomo's letter yesterday calling for the cases in the 7th, 37th and 60th SDs to be fast tracked, Lippman said the «swift resolution of the legal issues presented in these matters is of critical importance,» adding:

The Vera Institute of Justice, a member of the NYIFUP Coalition, applauds Senator Klein for his foresight and leadership on this issue of such critical importance to all New Yorkers,» said Oren Root, director of the Center on Immigration and Justice at the Vera Institute of Justice.

He said Meng understands the importance of transportation unions in the city and he looks forward to working with her on the issues.

«Community service should be an integral part of the development of our youth, because if we do not teach them the importance of forming a strong community connection as young people, they will never learn how much the efforts of one person can impact a community problem, and how much a group of young people working together can help resolve an issue in a neighborhood or a community,» Picente said.

In a statement, McFadden said he had originally accepted the post because the EU issue was of «crucial importance» with an in / out referendum looming.

Humphreys pointed out that back in 2002 the Commission ruled that issues of national importance should be considered separately from other elections; Ms Watson said that «evidence» had since persuaded the Commission to change its mind.

Mr Hammond said: «I know this is a matter of great importance to members on both sides of the House and an issue which I know my colleagues on the Treasury bench have been looking for a solution to.

Mr Hammond said the issue of abortion was «a matter of great importance» and that Justine Greening, the Minister for Women and Equalities, would be making an announcement «by way of a letter to members of this House explaining that she intends to intervene to fund abortions in England for women arriving here from Northern Ireland».

«The studies included in this issue of Biological Psychiatry showcase the utility of this formal approach and that it can enrich understanding and guide principled questions in need of further investigation, spanning a range of issues of central importance,» said Dr. Frank.

Eliza Reilly, executive director of the National Center for Science and Civic Engagement, a non-profit which seeks to strengthen student learning and interest in STEM by connecting course topics to issues of local, national and global importance, said rethinking STEM education is necessary to produce graduates equipped to tackle society's environmental, economic and political challenges.

«That conflict undermines the importance of the issue,» said Katy Brown of Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper, an advocacy group that disseminates information to minority anglers.