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LIVING -- Sunday, June 20, 2004

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Illustration by Anton. (Please check it with LVRJ.)

FATHER'S DAY: King of the Grill

Today, as Americans celebrate both Father's Day and the official arrival of summer, the odds are good that the valley will be peppered with plumes of smoke rising from backyard barbecues.*1

It's safe to say, most of these burning pits o' charcoal or gas-spewing barbecue jets will be manned, as it were, by men.

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Reference

*1. LVRJ. 'FATHER'S DAY: King of the Grill,'
"reviewjournal.com of LVRJ," (June 20, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: Communitylink of reviewjournal.com.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark County District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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U. S. Senator Harry Reid for our people and country
By Office of the Assistant Democratic Leader of the U. S. Senate and PAI of WBTI*1

"Reid for Nevada"
NV Congressional Delegation Introduces Lincoln County Public Lands Act

***Working with the other members of the Nevada Congressional Delegation, Senator Reid this week introduced a bipartisan plan for management of public lands in Lincoln County.. The bill will promote economic prosperity, provide new recreation opportunities, and protect wilderness in Lincoln County and southern Nevada.

Reid Delivers for Fallon Families

***Senator Reid announced federal funding for an independent investigation into the cause of the Fallon leukemia cluster. $223,000 will go toward the study to be headed by Dr. Jill James, a well-respected researcher in the field.*2

Reid Urges Extension of Terrorism Insurance Act

***Senator Reid is urging the U.S. Treasury to extend a successful program that makes terrorism insurance affordable for American businesses. After the September 11th attacks, owners of skyscrapers and other landmarks, including Las Vegas Strip resorts, realized they needed to be insured against bombings and other large-scale acts of aggression. Reid is pushing to extend this program that protects Nevada businesses and jobs.

Working with Nevadans

*** Senator Reid met with Las Vegas students Lindsey Wallace, Thomas Miskey and Paul Ko while they were in Washington for the Congressional Youth Leadership Conference.

***Jacob Bierstalt from North Las Vegas met with Senator Reid while he was in D.C. for the Lead America Conference.

***Senator Reid met with Fernley High School students Amy Wagner, Holly Schlotzhauer, Vanessa Murphy, and Jessica Gates while they were visiting Washington for the National History Competition.

*** Mary Lee of the Nevada League of Women Voters visited with Senator Reid and thanked him for his continued support of LWV programs.

***While in D.C., Presidential Classroom students Rhandi Jones and Ashley Rousseau met with Senator Reid in his Capitol office.

*****Members of the Nevada delegation, Senator John Ensign (left), Rep. Jim Gibbons and Senator Reid, at a press conference to announce their bipartisan support for the Lincoln County public lands bill that was introduced this week in the House and Senate.

"Week in Review"

Senate Makes Progress on Defense Authorization - The Senate this week made progress on the Department of Defense budget authorization bill, debating and voting on several amendments. Senators overwhelmingly approved a bipartisan amendment to increase the Army's troop strength by 20,000. On a vote largely along party lines, the Senate defeated a measure that would have rolled back the tax cut for the wealthiest 1 percent of taxpayers to pay for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. A final vote on the DoD authorization is expected next week.

Reid Fights for Disabled Veterans- Senator Reid continued his long battle to end the unfair tax on disabled veterans, which deducts their disability benefits from their earned military retirement pay. The Senate on Friday adopted Reid's amendment to speed up the concurrent receipt of disability benefits and retirement pay for veterans who are 100 percent disabled.

Senate Intel Panel OKs Report- The Senate Intelligence Committee Thursday night unanimously approved a 400-page report on the quality of U.S. intelligence prior to the war in Iraq. But Committee Chairman Pat Roberts (R-Kan) estimated that the CIA has blacked out about half of the panel's work.

AARP Endorses Drug Reimportation- The AARP this week began a lobbying effort to support a bipartisan bill that would allow the reimportation of prescription drugs from Canada. The Medicare bill that President Bush signed last year does not allow reimportation

"INSIDER'S CALENDAR"
The Senate will convene Monday, June 21, at 1:00 p.m., and resume consideration of the Department of Defense Authorization bill. The Senate will continue to process amendments to the bill. Any roll call votes ordered will begin at approximately 5:30 p.m.

When the Senate completes action on the DOD bill, the Senate is expected to begin consideration of the Class Action Reform bill.

"Reid's Words"
Newly released tape recordings prove that Enron was ripping off consumers in Nevada and other states during the Western power crisis. I'm afraid we have a similar situation today with soaring gas prices - big oil companies are reaping record profits, and consumers are getting gouged.*3

*****http://reid.senate.gov Fax: (202) 228-7362 Phone: (202) 224 - 2158

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References

*1. Harry Reid is the Senator and Assistant Democratic Leader of the U. S. Senate. This flier was edited by Public Administration Institution (PAI) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. Office of the Assistant Democratic Leader. 'WHIP ROUND UP,' "An e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei from the Office of U. S. Senator Harry Reid," (June 18, 2004), Washington, D. C.: Office of the Assistant Democratic Leader Harry Reid.
*3. Ibid.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark County District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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Wish you a very Happy Father's Day! ---On this Father's Day, I have many things to be thankful for and to be proud about
By PAI of WBTI*1

We are pleased to post the following happy father's day e-mail and trophy from John Lei and Mike Lei to Dr. Tony Lei:

DEAR DAD,

On (t)his Father's Day, I have many things to be thankful for and to be proud about.*2

I'm thankful I have a Dad who really cares about his family, a Dad who cares about the welfare of his children, a Dad who understands the importance of authority and love in a family, a Dad who cares about the financial stability of a family, a Dad who knows marriage is for a life-time, a Dad who treasures and loves his wife, a Dad who thinks more about the family than about his own career, a Dad who don't push his own agenda on his children, a Dad who values the freedom and individuality of his children, a Dad who looks for the best in his children, a Dad who fears God, a Dad who can laugh at his own mistakes, a Dad who can share his true feelings to the family, a Dad who spends more on other members in the family than himself, a Dad who values and treasures the love and words of his sons, and a humble Dad who can listen to the words of advice from his sons.

I'm proud to have a Dad who kept the family together for over 30 years, a Dad who was a pioneer in business management in Taiwan, a Dad who wrote many books on management and leadership, a Dad who worked as a professor in higher education, a Dad who moved his family to a new country and raised 2 successful sons, a Dad who have many honors and accomplishments in education, academics, and community service, a Dad who loves God, a Dad who continues to model hardwork and perserverance, a Dad who doesn't give up when he meets challenges, a Dad who treats his family well, a Dad who is a leader with confidence and knowledge, a Dad who can be comfortable sitting with high level officials as well as talking with a waiter, a Dad who can continue to write articles everyday, and a Dad who can see how to build people up.

Dad, God knows your heart and efforts. May He reward you richly and help you to continue to increase in your love for Him and other people.*3

With lots of love and thanks from your son,

Mike

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Dear Dad,

I wish you a very Happy Father's Day!!!*4

Thank you so much for all of your sacrifices for Mom, Mike and Me over these many years. God really blessed us with a wonderful Dad!

On this special day, I want to honor you for your academic accomplishments, community services, books you authored, public honorary positions, WBTI Presidency, WBTI website, and most of all, your love for God and for our family.

I remember the many times you encouraged me for school and work, which contributed to my academic and career successes. You also worked so hard to provide for our family. Thank you!

I pray that God will bless you with abundant success this coming year and with good health. May you continue to seek and serve our Lord with all of your heart and mind. Celebrate this special day with joy!*5

Your Loving Son,

John

But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
Matthew 6:33

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References

*1. PAI of WBTI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. Lei, Mike. 'On This Father's Day, I have many things to be thankful for and to be proud about,' "An e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei from John Lei," (June 17, 2004), Carrollton, Texas.
*3. Ibid.
*4. Lei, John. 'I wish you a very Happy Father's Day!!!' "An e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei from John Lei," (June 16, 2004), Las Gatos, California.
*5. Ibid.

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美國商務部長和勞工部長將訪問中國 　
By PAI of WBTI*1

*友善列印 （中央社記者趙彥北京十七日電）中國外交部發言人章啟月今天表示，美國商務部長艾萬斯，將於六月十九日至二十四日訪問中國；美國勞工部長趙小蘭，則於六月二十一日至二十四日訪問中國。*2

章啟月說，艾萬斯是應中國商務部之邀訪問中國的，主要目的是落實雙方今年四月在華盛頓舉行的中美第十五屆商貿聯委會上達成的系列共識。

趙小蘭是應中國勞動和社會保障部之邀訪問中國，屆時中國勞動和社會保障部，將向美方介紹中國勞動和社會保障的政策及保護工人權益等方面的情況，雙方還將就兩部門的合作交換意見。

章啟月同時指出，目前美中經貿關係密切，雖然有一些分歧、矛盾和困難，但都不足為奇，雙方部長級及領導人之間的訪問，表明彼此都希望順利發展經貿關係。*3
(930617)

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References

*1. PAI of WBTI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. Yahoo!奇摩. '美國商務部長和勞工部長將訪問中國,' "Yahoo Chi Mo News," June 17, 2004, Taipei, Taiwan.
*3. Ibid.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark County District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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Wish you a very Happy Father's Day!
By PAI of WBTI*1

We are pleased to post the following happy father's day e-mail and trophy from John Lei and Mike Lei to Dr. Tony Lei:

Dear Dad,

I wish you a very Happy Father's Day!!!*2

Thank you so much for all of your sacrifices for Mom, Mike and Me over these many years. God really blessed us with a wonderful Dad!

On this special day, I want to honor you for your academic accomplishments, community services, books you authored, public honorary positions, WBTI Presidency, WBTI website, and most of all, your love for God and for our family.

I remember the many times you encouraged me for school and work, which contributed to my academic and career successes. You also worked so hard to provide for our family. Thank you!

I pray that God will bless you with abundant success this coming year and with good health. May you continue to seek and serve our Lord with all of your heart and mind. Celebrate this special day with joy!*3

Your Loving Son,

John

But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
Matthew 6:33

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References

*1. PAI of WBTI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. Lei, John. 'I wish you a very Happy Father's Day!!!' "An e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei from John Lei," (June 16, 2004), Las Gatos, California.
*3. Ibid.

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao
Chairperson
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
District Judges Mark Denton and Valorie Vega
Vice Presidents
Dr. William N. Thompson
Director of Public Administration Institution
Dr. E. Lee Bernick and Dr. G. Keong Leong
Deans of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration
Dr. Sue Fawn Chung
Director of Culture Institution
Justice of the Supreme Court William Maupin, Attorney General Brian Sandoval, and District Judge Stewart Bell, Honorary Chairmen of Clark County District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC)
District Attorney David Roger and Clark County Sheriff Bill Young
Chairmen of CCDAPCC
(702) 255-9058
*It's our pleasure to pay a tribute to the above officials who dedicate to the civic and community service spects of our organization in an honorary or adjunct capacity.

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NEVADA GOVERNOR KENNY GUINN HONORS LAS VEGAS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT WHO ACHIEVED PERFECT ACT SCORE
By Office of the Governor*1

CARSON CITY - Gov. Kenny Guinn today honored Thomas Kaiser, a senior at Palo Verde High School in Las Vegas who was one of only 41 students in the nation who achieved a perfect score in the ACT Assessment college-entrance test, in a ceremony in Las Vegas.*2

"I would like to congratulate Thomas on this singular achievement," Gov. Guinn said. "Thomas' exceptional accomplishment places him in a remarkable group of young people in our country. Perfection is difficult to attain in academics, and I'm sure this is just the beginning of many more notable accomplishments in Thomas’ life. Our state is very proud of this fine young man."

Kaiser, son of Kathleen and James Kaiser, was the only college-bound student in Nevada to achieve a 36, the highest possible composite score, on the October 2003 national test administration. About 1,300 Nevada students and 425,000 from across the nation completed the ACT examination on Oct. 25, 2003.

The ACT consists of tests in English, mathematics, reading and science. Each test is scored on a scale of 1-36, and a student's composite score is the average of the four test scores. For purposes of comparison, the average composite score for the national high school graduating class of 2003 was 20.8.*3

Office of the Governor Grant Sawyer State Office Building
101 North Carson Street 555 East Washington, Suite 5100
Carson City, NV 89701 Las Vegas, NV 89101
Fax: 775-684-7198 Fax: 702-486-2505

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References

*1. Office of Nevada Governor Kenny C. Guinn. Dr. Kenny Guinn is the Governor of Nevada, U. S. A..
*2. Office of the Governor. 'Press Release: Governor honors student with perfect ACT Score 6/15/04,' "An e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei from the Office of Governor Kenny C. Guinn," (June 15, 2004), Carson City, Nevada: Office of Governor Kenny Guinn.
*3. Ibid.

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Without your support our organization would not enjoy the great success and reputation that it does
BY Jonathan V. Galaviz

Singapore Association of Nevada (SAN)
June 14, 2004

Dear Tony,

Thank you very much for your continuing support of the Singapore Association of Nevada (SAN). Without your support our organization would not enjoy the great success and reputation that it does.*1 To continue with our great progress we are requesting that you update your contact details with SAN.

Click on 'Update Profile/Email Address'(.) Link at Bottom of this E-mail(.)

At the BOTTOM of this e-mail you will see a very small link that says 'Update
Profile/Email Address'. By clicking on that link you will be taken to a web page that will allow you to update your personal particulars and preferences with SAN.

By updating your information with SAN(,) we will have your latest contact details which will increase our ability to communicate with you in the future. It is very important for us to have your correct and current contact details so please do take a few minutes of your time to accomplish this task.

Again, thank you so much for your support of the non-profit Singapore Association of Nevada (SAN). We are seeing great progress in the development of the organization and its positive impact on bilateral economic, governmental, and political interaction between the State of Nevada and the Republic of Singapore.*2

Sincerely,

Jonathan V. Galaviz, President
Singapore Association of Nevada (SAN)

email: info@singaporenevada.org
phone: 1-702-595-5880
web: http://www.singaporenevada.org

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References

*1. Galaviz, Jonathan V. "An e-mail from Jonathan V. Galaviz, President of Singapore Association of Nevada (SAN), to WBTI," (June 14, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: SAN.
*2. Ibid.