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Italian American Directors Ignite New Era of Marvel Films
Anthony and Joe Russo, “The Russo Brothers,” will direct two new Avengers films in 2026 and 2027. San Diego Comic-Con made headlines this weekend with a double bombshell from Marvel Studios: Robert Downey Jr. will take on the role of Doctor Doom in the MCU, and the...
First Lady Jill Biden Delivers Heritage Address at Dinner Hosted by Basil Russo and ISDA Celebrating Italian American Women’s Contributions to Our Country
Our nation’s first Italian American First Lady, Dr. Jill Biden, spoke at ISDA’s annual banquet in downtown Pittsburgh on July 13, 2024, to share her ancestors’ story. The event was part of ISDA’s ongoing mission to celebrate women in leadership while offering a...
Florida Panthers, a Party of Won: A Letter From COPOMIAO President Basil Russo
The Viola family, owners of the NHL's Florida Panthers, is a pillar of excellence in the Italian American community. Dear Members of the Italian American Community, I extend our heartfelt congratulations to John Viola, and his parents, Vincent and Teresa, owners of...
Stronger Together: The Elevation of Italian America
ISDA/COPOMIAO President Basil M. Russo delivers an address to scores of younger generations at the 2024 Italian American Future Leaders Conference "IAFL2," at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Fla, in January. Basil M. Russo unanimously elected to third term as leader of...
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