KPress Vol. 06 Iss. 11

Jaynes, Bill (2006-06-21). KPress Vol. 06 Iss. 11 (PDF) (Report). Kolonia, Pohnpei: Kaselehlie Press.

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Abstract: KPress Vol. 06 Iss. 11: NEWS: Sokehs Municipal Council resolves to impeach Chief Magistrate Richard Susaia in Pohnpei; respected FSM leader and public servant Dr. Eliuel K. Pretrick passes away and is buried in Pohnpei; FSM President Urusemal appears poised to recall FSM Ambassador to the United States Jesse B. Marehalau amid concerns related to an investigation into passport fraud by a former embassy employee; Continental Micronesia flights serving the FSM are cancelled or diverted due to undisclosed safety problems; Matson Navigation Company announces the initiation of consistent biweekly container ship service to Pohnpei, Chuuk, and Kosrae; Mand Elementary School students conduct outreach activities teaching youth about Pohnpei banana varieties; FSM joins the international community in urging Iran to fully suspend uranium enrichment activities; FSM Department of Health, Education, and Social Affairs (HESA) develops a draft National Policy on Disability; Hamlin Saimon, the longest-serving FSM government employee, prepares for retirement from the FSM Weather Service; the Conservation Society’s Elimoang Campaign gains momentum; fifth annual Pohnpei Japanese-language speech contest held at the College of Micronesia. OPINION / EDITORIAL: Albert J. Johnny argues against proposed accidental insurance coverage legislation in Pohnpei; Gus Kohler submits the satirical song “Ode to JEMCO” in response to Mr. Cohen’s visit to the Pohnpei State Legislature; editor Bill Jaynes proposes an “Adopt an FSM Soldier” charitable initiative.