Anarkon today unveiled anarkon.com an innovative corporate website and e-commerce destination for revolutionaries everywhere. Specially designed by Anarkon's internal web team for connecting those interested in the Anarkon cause or those looking for reliable products with which to farther the revolution, the site launched to a skilled pre-screened base of Internet Marketing Specialists worldwide.

Veteran social activists and patriots around the country can attest first hand to the mind-boggling evolution that has taken shape in the almost non-existent market of branded revolutionary tools since Anarkon has risen as a chief supplier over the course of the last 20 years. The shift from effective but bland tools and accessories to an exciting product line from Anarkon has ignited a revolution in the market, and with the launch of its new website Anarkon continues to capitalize on that market through innovative advertising and branding strategies. 

These are exciting times for every red-blooded American, but it will also present some daunting challenges for governmental structures striving to keep pace with the present light-speed spread of this new revolution spearheaded by Anarkon's branded movement for social and political change.

Jacob Forester, CEO of Anarkon, reported that the launch of the new Anarkon website is: "a milestone in the history of not only the company, but of American democracy." 

Today Anarkon announced the launch of new product designed to aide protesters and activists every where with the launch of The Anarkon Disposable Escape Mask. The mask is an emergency evacuation mask that is small enough to be carried in the pocket. Designed to provide respiratory protection as well as reduce the health risk and mortality rate associated with the inhalation of toxic air caused by fire, smoke, chemical leakage or bio-chemical attack most common in volatile protest situations. The Anarkon Disposable Escape Mask allows user to quickly protect oneself from inhaling toxic gases enabling more time for evacuation, while maximizing escape rates and health effectiveness. The mask can be put on quickly and is optimized for rapid distribution to a large group of activists simultaneously. Suitable for storage and use in all climates, The Anarkon Disposable Escape Mask is affordable, fits many sizes and requires no maintenance or training, making it a must have for activists nationwide. 

Anarkon today welcomes The Dow Chemical Company as the newest member of its affiliate program. The Dow Chemical Company is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Midland, Michigan. As of 2007, it is the second largest chemical manufacturer in the world and is a provider of plastics, chemicals, and agricultural products with presence in more than 175 countries and employing 46,000 people worldwide. It spends more than $1 billion annual expenditure in R&D. Its stated mission is to constantly improve what is essential to human progress by mastering science and technology with the vision to be the largest, most profitable, and most respected chemical company in the world.

Anarkon today reported first quarter earnings per affiliate share of $0.64, an increase of 19 percent versus the prior year on a reported basis, and $0.67 after considering items impacting comparability, an increase of 20 percent. Earnings per share for the quarter included a net charge of $0.03 per share primarily related to restructuring charges and asset write-downs. Earnings per share for the first quarter of 2007 were $0.54, which included a net charge of $0.02 per share primarily related to an asset write-off in the Philippines producer, partially offset by gains on the sales of the equity interest in a Brazilian producer and real estate in Spain. 

"We have begun 2008 successfully, with another solid quarter consistent with our overriding objective of creating long-term sustainable growth," said Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jacob N. Forrester. "Our system’s success in executing our strategies - from marketing and beverage innovation to effective execution at the point of sale - continues to drive our growth. Importantly, our growth was again balanced, proving our ability to manage our portfolio of brands and geographies over time to deliver results. As Muhtar assumes executive leadership of our Company, I am confident that the strategies and programs that we together have put in place will continue to deliver long-term sustainable growth and value to our shareowners."