California Observer

October 20, 2025

Protecting Veterans from Scams: Addressing Financial Exploitation and Cyber Threats – Insights from Helen Galván

Protecting Veterans from Scams: Addressing Financial Exploitation and Cyber Threats – Insights from Helen Galván

By: Helen Galván, Chairwoman, American GI Forum of California Women Veterans defended our freedom. We need to defend their finances. Almost 100,000. That’s an estimated number of scams targeting military service members, veterans, and their families reported to the Federal Trade Commission last year. $584 million. That’s how much these scams cost — in 2024 […]

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How Businesses Are Adapting to Tariff-Induced Price Hikes

How Businesses Are Adapting to Tariff-Induced Price Hikes

Understanding the Impact of Tariffs on Prices Tariffs are taxes imposed on imported goods, and when they increase, businesses often face higher costs for raw materials, components, or finished products. These costs can ripple through supply chains, affecting both producers and consumers. The St. Louis Federal Reserve notes that tariffs introduced in 2025 have already

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Effective Leadership: The Power of Nonverbal Communication

Effective Leadership: The Power of Nonverbal Communication

Why Nonverbal Communication Matters in Leadership When people think of leadership, they often picture speeches, presentations, or written communication. Yet research shows that much of communication happens without words. Nonverbal signals—such as posture, gestures, and facial expressions—carry meaning that can reinforce or undermine spoken messages. According to American Public University, nonverbal communication often carries more

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