KPress Vol. 15 Iss. 21
Jaynes, Bill (2015-09-14). KPress Vol. 15 Iss. 21 (PDF) (Report). Kolonia, Pohnpei: Kaselehlie Press.
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Abstract: KPress Vol. 15 Iss. 21: NEWS: establishment of the Bill Raynor Micronesia Challenge Scholarship Fund, highlighting new educational support linked to regional conservation leadership; escalation of Pohnpei’s impeachment proceedings as Governor John Ehsa filed a motion seeking disqualification of two of the three impeachment tribunal judges—Justices Nickontro Johnny and Benjamin Rodriguez—on grounds of alleged conflicts of interest, asserted prior professional relationships with the Special Prosecutor, and claimed violations of due process requiring an impartial adjudicator, with the tribunal not yet ruling at press time; continued legal argumentation noting prior recusals by Justice Johnny in unrelated matters and the Governor’s contention that the doctrine of necessity does not apply in this case; health-sector disruption as a health plan cancelled insurance coverage to Genesis, raising concerns about continuity of care; humanitarian response reporting that IOM-administered typhoon assistance to Micronesia has surpassed USD 10 million, largely funded by USAID, following widespread damage and loss of life caused by Typhoon Maysak; policy-focused coverage outlining recommendations for improving solid waste management in Pohnpei State; regional fisheries and diplomacy news with NORMA and Japan signing a USD 22 million fishing agreement; historical commemoration marking the 70th anniversary of the Japanese surrender in Truk; routine regional airline service notices; OPINION / EDITORIAL: brief commentary noting that the writer sent a letter to Genesis expressing admiration and gratitude for its work.
