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Lift the Debt Burden on Poor Countries September 21st, 2009

Without debt relief, the developing world has little hope of economic progress, say the Rev. John Welch* and Ruth Messinger*.

The two members of Jubilee USA argue for debt cancellation in the poorest countries in a compelling article published in the Pittsburgh Post Gazette on the eve of the G-20, the international financial summit being hosted by President Obama.

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Civil Society Groups Urge President Obama to Press for Greater Financial Regulation September 21st, 2009

The Missionary Oblates joined with over 50 organizations representing some eight million Americans in sending a letter to President Obama urging him to advocate for strong regulation needed to prevent future financial crises.

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September JPIC Action Alert! September 21st, 2009

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Oblates Urge SEC to Require Greater Disclosure of Boardroom Diversity September 17th, 2009

The SEC has asked investors whether they believe diversity in the boardroom is “a significant issue” and have requested comments on whether additional disclosure in the area of board diversity should be required. The Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate believe board diversity is a critical issue for investors and that greater disclosure in the area should be required. There are a number of studies that continue to build the business case for boardroom diversity.

Read our letter to the SEC on this important issue.