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Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children ages 1-12. Many deaths and injuries are preventable through the proper use of car seats, booster seats, and seat belts. This annual week sponsored by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration exists to help parents and caregivers ensure they always use the correct car seats for their children, according to age and size.

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Sep

Citizenship Day, Ntl. (1787): September 17

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National Citizenship Day marks the anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States at a gathering in Philadelphia of delegates from all thirteen colonies on September 17, 1787. The founding documents of the United States were created over 15 years. The US Constitution was a revolutionary document, setting up a new idea of a representative republic based upon democratic values with three official arms of government designed to ensure no single element of government had more power than the other. Essentially a job description, the US Constitution outlines the areas of responsibility and authority of each of the three branches and the checks and balances each branch could use to keep the others from gaining too much power. These three branches are: The Judiciary covers laws and interstate commerce. Congress, through the Senate and House, represents state and people's interests. The Executive branch includes the nation's administration and its public face in international affairs. The preamble, known as the Declaration of Independence, was ratified on July 4, 1776. It took four months, from May 25, 1787, to create and ratify the US Constitution. In 1791 the ten amendments were added to the US Constitution and became known as the Bill of Rights.

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Sep

Constitution Week, Ntl. (1787),: September 17-23

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National Constitution Week occurs each September, beginning on the anniversary of the signing of the US Constitution on September 17, 1787. Although President Dwight Eisenhower first enacted this celebration on August 2, 1956, it was George W. Bush who declared it an annual event in September 2002, one year after the terrorist attack of September 11, 2001. US GOVERNMENT PRIMER The United States is a representative republic built upon democratic and socialist principles. The federal government's power resides in three separate but equal institutions. The tasks, or job descriptions of each branch, are outlined in the US Constitution. Later amendments were added to the Constitution, defining the population's rights or clarifying statements in the Constitution. The Executive branch is the elected office of the presidency, departments, and appointed leaders. It administers the country, engages in international affairs, and facilitates interstate commerce and freedom of movement between states while defending and protecting national borders, interests, resources, and assets. The executive branch oversees social welfare and cooperative programs. These are policies and programs designed to support and benefit the population, society, or social well-being. These include in whole or in part interstate public transportation, national parks, education, retirement benefits, some health care, disaster relief, industry subsidies, federal holidays, and programs for the poor and disabled. The Executive branch cannot declare war, make laws, impose taxes, or determine the national budget. These actions require Congress. Criminal and civil law enforcement falls under justice; the executive branch cannot imprison or arrest American citizens on American soil. These distinctions are vital in separating the executive branch powers from absolute monarchies and dictatorships, which retain these powers. In the US system, no branch or individual has absolute power. The Legislative branch (Congress) is the people's elected representatives through the House of Representatives. State representation is via the Senate. Currently, US territories and districts do not have representation in the Senate, though some do have non-voting honorary congressional representation in the House. The legislative branch's job is to ensure the people's will is incorporated into decisions, represent their constituents, make laws, and determine the federal budget and taxes. Only Congress can declare war, create taxes, or create new laws (bills). Interpretation of these laws is the job of the judicial branch. The Judicial branch is the third. It interprets constitutional law and interstate law. It defines how these are applied and has the power to arrest and detain persons, settle differences between states, deal with interstate crime, and serve as a check on both congressional power and executive power. Agencies, including the FBI, US Marshals, DEA, and all federal courts and prisons, fall under the judicial branch.

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Sep

Country Music Day, Intl. (1923): September 17

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International Country Music Day marks the anniversary of Hank Williams' birth on September 17, 1923, and has been observed since the 1950s. Country music festivals are held worldwide, fostering unity among country music musicians and fans through live music and dancing.

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Sep

E-commerce Days, Intl. Women's: September 17-23

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International Women's E-commerce Days is a global online initiative designed to get women to use their purchasing power and shop online. Hundreds of e-commerce sites around the world participate with specials and incentives. Do you remember the first purchase you made online? For this writer, it was paying a bill (cell phone or cable, I cannot recall), but I was already trying to sell the concept to small businesses in Seattle in November 1995. Working for a radio station (KZOK, the 5th radio station in the world to go online), one of the marketing tools I had to sell was online advertising and web development. A men's store in Seattle specialized in bespoke and off-the-rack suites for men 5'6" and shorter. The owner confirmed my assumption that many of his customers were Asians on business trips from China, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. Except for Korea and Northern China, I knew the average height of men from these regions would be closer to the 5'6" he catered to, rather than the then-average American male height of 5'10". Over the course of several visits, I attempted to convince him to try online commerce, insisting that it was especially suited for custom and hard-to-find items and international trade. At the same time as I tried to convince the owner of the merits of e-commerce. Nearby, a house in Seattle was brimming with activity as Jeff Bezos launched and built Amazon. I never did convince the men's suit retailer to go online; by April of 1996, I'd left the radio station in Seattle and moved to Los Angeles. There I worked with many emerging companies, including eToys, Amazon, iAgency, and Earthlink. Los Angeles was a magical place as a young adult during the last half of the 90s. The internet was taking off, and investment capital, ideas, and excitement were everywhere. Anything was possible. Industry parties, industry spectaculars, there were at least 3-4 a week. It was a fusion of entertainment and technology, and everyone wanted a part. By this point, Amazon was a known name. Google came on the scene to challenge Netscape, AOL and Yahoo!; e-commerce was still unproven, and fears of stolen credit card information needed to be addressed. Amazon would eventually prove e-commerce was the future. Later, China's Alibaba would stun the world with $25.4 billion in sales on a single day: 11/11/2017. Even more shocking, 90% of those sales came from mobile devices, which had only existed for ten years. E-commerce had come into its own, and women led the way. Yes, women like to shop, but we're also responsible for many e-commerce platforms and stores you shop for today. In addition to spending money, honor the women behind the businesses and the creative minds that came up with the concepts and provide jobs for thousands of people worldwide.

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Sep

Farm Safety & Health Week, Ntl.: September 17-23

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"Every day, the lives of Americans are touched by the hard work and dedication of our Nation's farmers, ranchers, and farmworkers. The food they produce through their tireless efforts fuels our Nation, nourishes our bodies and sustains millions at home and around the globe. As we celebrate National Farm Safety and Health Week, we recognize the tremendous contributions of these individuals and rededicate ourselves to ensuring their safety and health at all times. [...] I call upon the agencies, organizations, businesses, and extension services that serve America's agricultural workers to strengthen their commitment to promoting farm safety and health programs. I also urge Americans to honor our agricultural heritage and express appreciation to our farmers, ranchers, and farmworkers for their remarkable contributions to our Nation." - President Barack Obama, September 17, 2010.

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Sep

Go-Kart Week, Intl.: September 17-23

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Go-Karts have been around since 1956 and have inspired generations of racers. These mini race cars can be gas-powered or electric and are often the first cars a person drives. International Go-Kart Week celebrates these pint-sized race cars and their inspiring thrill and enjoyment.

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Sep

Hero, National Day of (AO)(1922): September 17

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Born September 17, 1922, Agostinho Neto would become the head of the Popular Movement for Liberation of Angola and its first president. Day of the National Hero celebrates his birth and is a national holiday in Angola.

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Sep

Historically Black Colleges & Universities Week, Ntl.: September 17-23

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National Historically Black Colleges & Universities Week honors the institutions which have created generations of minority scholars and their achievements. From President Obama's 2011 proclamation: "More than 150 years ago, courageous men and women took great risks and made extraordinary sacrifices to establish our country's first African-American colleges and universities. These institutions remain at the forefront of providing educational opportunities to young people across our country today. During National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week, we pay homage to the daring leaders who laid the foundation for these institutions, and we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) remain pathways to realizing the American dream. Founded by visionaries, HBCUs have given generations of students a sense of their heritage, their history, and their place in the American narrative. They have produced many of our Nation's leaders in business, government, academia, and the military. Today, we recognize them as the crucibles of learning, where a young legal student discovered the sense of purpose that led him to the Supreme Court, a young broadcaster with a unique name gained the foundation to build an empire, and a young preacher grew into a king who shared his dream with the world. HBCUs continue a proud tradition as vibrant centers of intellectual inquiry and engines of scientific discovery and innovation."

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Sep

Image Week, Build a Better: September 17-23

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When was the last time you ran a Google on yourself? How do people in your industry see you? Increasingly, marketing yourself and positively presenting yourself to the world is critical to career success. Spend Build a Better Image Week crafting the image you should be known by and taking the steps necessary to create the best you ever. Annually on the third full week in September.

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Sep

Kanya Sankranti (H): September 17

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There are twelve Sankranti in the Hindu religion each year. Kanya Sankranti is a day for people to perform puja and offer dan (donations) to the needy. PLEASE NOTE: We use the Indian civil calendar, the official holiday calendar in India. The Hindu faith has many calendars, each specific to different regions and tribes, with dates and celebrations marked by differing positions of the sun, moon, and stars. Names of months and holidays and the corresponding dates in the Gregorian Calendar may vary widely from one calendar to the next. Determine the proper calendar before attending local events.

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Sep

Minority Enterprise Development Week, Ntl.: September 17-23 (est)

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Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week focuses on the needs of minority communities in starting and maintaining a business. This program is supported by the US Department of Commerce and is an awareness campaign and conference with awards.

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Sep

Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week, Ntl. (US/CA): September 17-23

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National Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week occurs during the third full week of September. It seeks to raise awareness and disseminate information on mitochondrial disease. Mitochondrial Disease is an umbrella term for a group of diseases rooted in a genetic mutation in the mitochondria.

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Sep

Neighborhood Day, Ntl.: September 17

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National Neighborhood Day occurs in the United States on the 3rd Sunday of September, a day for block parties, cookouts, and getting to know the neighbors.

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Sep

Patient Safety Day, World: September 17

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World Patient Safety Day is an annual event, held on September 17, that calls for international collaboration and collective action to enhance patient safety. The day is recognized as an opportunity for patients, their families, caregivers, communities, healthcare workers, leaders in healthcare, and policymakers to demonstrate their commitment to improving patient safety. The day was established through resolution WHA 72.6, 'Global action on patient safety,' which acknowledges patient safety as a significant global health concern. This event is a testament to the international commitment to prioritize and improve safety standards in healthcare settings worldwide.

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