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Moulton’s Advocacy Key to Extending Program for Afghan Allies
Moulton: “I commit to continuing to push for more visas.”
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Seth Moulton (D-MA) praised provisions in the final version of the Fiscal Year 2017 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that would reauthorize the Afghan special immigrant visa (SIV) program for four years, and he committed to continuing to advocate for an increase in visas made available for our Afghan allies supporting American troops abroad.
“I’m proud to stand with thousands of Afghans who risked their lives working for the U.S. and putting their lives on the line, not just for their country, but for ours,” said Moulton. “The Afghan SIV program’s four-year reauthorization is certainly a step in the right direction, but with only 1,500 new visas and added eligibility restrictions, we are still leaving behind at least 5,000 people who have risked their lives for us. I commit to continuing to push for more visas to be added because I would not be here today without the courageous translators who worked with me to carry out our mission in Iraq.”
Moulton has been a vocal advocate for reauthorizing the Afghan SIV program. This year, he introduced a provision to our National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to remove the narrowing of U.S. resettlement eligibility requirements to include Afghans who risked their lives working for the U.S. in Afghanistan and face well-documented death threats due to their work.
During a speech on the house floor in support of his amendment, Moulton said we need to give these Afghan allies a chance to stay alive, rather than abandon them to the same enemies they united with the U.S. to destroy. His amendment was endorsed by The New York Times Editorial Board in an editorial piece.
Congress will vote on the NDAA in the next couple of days.
News from Lynn Museum / Lynn Arts
We cordially invite you to the Lynn Museum/LynnArts for our upcoming ‘Wine & Design’ series! There is 
something for absolutely everyone in this program. Utilizing the amount of pure talent and resources in our own neighborhood, we decided to share the wealth and spread a little holiday joy.
Tis the season to be crafty!
On December 1st, The Agape Brewing Community will take to our main art gallery. Fresh off of their exciting introduction at this year’s History and Hops event, Agape’s mission is to support homebrewing, to build a community and to change the world.
Get your very own tutorial on brewing beer and soda with no shortage of samples.
Let Love be the reason for the season.. along with an ice cold beer.
On December 6th, the stems will be flying as Salvy the Florist’s Anthony Migliaccio takes over the Lynn Museum. With generations of Migliaccio florists in Lynn, they are a staple in our community and our #1 go-to for holidays and special occasions. He’ll show us just how to perfect those
holiday centerpieces, arrangements and even wreaths.
There’s nothing more nostalgic than the smell of winter and fresh cut flowers.
On December 8th, Pick Up Modern & More is the place to be. After an opening this spring, this incredible addition to our downtown is a booming hub of retailers, designers and community members alike. Their team will take you through fabrics, textiles and beyond,
for a truly hands-on experience with their very own stockpile of vintage items.
We dare you to try leaving without purchasing a little gem from this gorgeous location.
And on December 13th, we’re getting lit with Nancy Glidden from Elite Design & Consign. Do you have a lamp that’s been in your family for generations and just needs a little TLC? Do you have a vintage piece that you just can’t throw away and are trying to repurpose? Learn how to wire a lamp like a pro.
And do it all with the help of a little vino.
If you’re looking for the perfect DIY gifts for the holiday season, or if you’re just looking for a fun night out with your friends or your spouse, don’t miss this series while it’s here.
These classes, just like 2016, will be gone before we know it!
Classes are $20 each for Non-Members of the Museum. $10 each for Members.
Your ticket price will include two complimentary glasses of wine and a takeaway gift.
All programs are 21+.
For more info and to purchase tickets, please visit lynnmuseum.org or call 781-581-6200/781-598-5244.
