FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 14, 2005 Contact: Lisa Foster 775-684-5670 or
775-230-4177

CARSON CITY - Governor Kenny Guinn has received notification that Nevada�s request for a federal emergency declaration to assist hurricane evacuees has been approved. This declaration clears the way for the state and local governments to obtain reimbursement of costs to assist evacuees from hurricane Katrina from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

�Nevadans can be proud of their efforts to help people impacted by the hurricane,� Guinn said. �With the assistance of non-profit groups such as Catholic Charities, United Way, Red Cross, Salvation Army, and the many others that have worked hard to assist the evacuees, Nevada has demonstrated our support for the victims of Katrina. Local governments and businesses have also generously dedicated their resources to further support Nevada�s efforts.�

A hurricane evacuee registration center is operating now in Las Vegas at 1501 North Las Vegas Blvd. This center is a central point where evacuees can register for assistance, receive information about jobs and housing, and inquire about other social services.

To date, Nevada has deployed over 225 Air and Army National Guard forces to the Gulf States, including police and security forces and 60 medics. Other Guard personnel have been deployed for light security duties, and a C-130 and two helicopters are assisting in recovery operations. Dozens of pallets of food, water and medical supplies have also been airlifted into the stricken region. Nevada dispatched two 50-bed disaster medical facilities obtained by the Nevada State Health Division's Public Health Preparedness Program, in partnership with the Nevada Hospital Association.

In addition, 103 state and local law enforcement officers are serving in the affected area to help with various security and recovery efforts.

Nevada Division of Emergency Management Director Frank Siracusa is the Governor�s Authorized Representative (GAR) for this emergency declaration.

Office of the Governor
101 North Carson Street
Carson City, NV 89701
Fax: 775-684-7198

Grant Sawyer State Office Building
555 East Washington, Suite 5100 Las Vegas, NV 89101
Fax: 702-486-2505

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From: Dr. Andrew Benson, President of Pepperdine University
[Andrew.Benton@pepperdine.edu]
To: Dr. Tony Tung-tien Lei
Wed, 22 Sep 2004 19:35:42 -0700

Mr. Lei,

Thank you for your encouraging words and for sharing the mission of
Pepperdine in your community.

I wish you God's blessings.

Andy

With its friendly and welcoming people, you'll find a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture in Singapore
By Culture Institution of WBTI*1

"Unique is the word that best captures Singapore, a dynamic city rich in contrast and colour where you'll find a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture. A bridge between the East and the West for centuries, Singapore, located in the heart of fascinating Southeast Asia, continues to embrace tradition and modernity today. Brimming with unbridled energy and bursting with exciting events, the city offers countless unique, memorable experiences waiting to be discovered," stated the Singapore Tourism Board.*2
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"Singapore is truly a city like no other, a world of possibilities. With its friendly and welcoming people, state-of-the-art infrastructure and something new happening everyday, your stay will be a memorable mix-and-match of all the things you have always wanted to do. Come and enjoy countless fascinating experiences, and take away memories that are uniquely Singapore," the Board continued.*3

On August 3, 2004, Singapore Association of Nevada (SAN) published its August 2004 eNewsletter. It included articles: (1) Las Vegas, NV, USA to Celebrate Singapore's National Day with Guest-of-Honor; (2) LV (Nevada) Organization: The WBTI; (3) SAN Welcomes Singapore's New Prime Minister; etc.

"The Singapore Association of Nevada (SAN) welcomes the designation of Deputy Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong as Singapore's next Prime Minister. The exchange of leadership from Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong to Deputy Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong will occur on August 12, 2004," reported the Newsletter.*4

"All the Singaporeans in the State of Nevada wish DPM Lee the best as he becomes Singapore's next Prime Minister on August 12, 2004. SAN also thanks PM Goh for his faithful service to Singapore. SAN will celebrate the change of leadership on August 14, 2004 at its celebration of Singapore's National Day."

It is our pleasure to post the following letter from the President Jonathan V. Galaviz to Dr. Tony Lei:

Dear Tony,

We start this August 2004 SAN eNewsletter by inviting you to Singapore's National Day celebration in Las Vegas, NV which will take place on Sat., August 14, 2004 (Singapore's actual National Day is August 9). SAN continues to build its reputation as a credible organization in the State of Nevada. We hope that Singapore and the State of Nevada will continue to build an excellent working relationship and SAN will support these efforts. I'm personally looking forward to seeing you on August 14, 2004 at the Spring Valley Library (4280 S. Jones) promptly at 3pm to celebrate Singapore's National Day in Las Vegas, NV, USA. See you there! Cheers,

Jonathan V. Galaviz
President*5

If there is one word that best captures Singapore, it is �unique�. A dynamic city rich in contrast and colour, you'll find a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture here. Brimming with unbridled energy, this little dynamo in Southeast Asia embodies the finest of both East and West.*6

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References

*1. CI of WBTI is the initial of Culture Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI)..
*2. Singapore Tourism Board. "Visit Singapore - The official website for tourist information on Singapore,' "A search of 'Singapore' on Google.com," (September 8, 2005), Mountainview, California: Google.com.
*3. Ibid.
*4. Galaviz, Jonathan V. 'The August 2004 eNewsletter of SAN,' "An E-mail from President Jonathan V. Galaviz to WBTI," (August 3, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: Singapore Association of Nevada.
*5. Ibid.
*6. Singapore Tourism Board. Ibid.

"Through the recommendations of our faculty members, including Supreme Court Justice Michael Douglas, District Court Judge Cheryl Moss, and Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber, Dr. Feng-wei Lai has been appointed as Adjunct Assistant Professor of the Graduate School of Business and Public Administration (GSBPA) and Chairman of Penghu and Nevada Tourism Development Research Committee of the Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) on September 6, 2005." The announcement was made by Dr. John Wang, Spokesman for WBTI, on September 7, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada.*2

Dr. Feng-wei Lai was born in September 20, 1953. His nationality is Penghu county, Taiwan.

He received his B.S. degree from Tunghai University. Dr. Feng-wei Lai earned his Engineering Management Doctoral degree (Ph. D.) from MISSOURI University here in the United States (USA).*3 He is now the Magistrate of Penghu County, Taiwan.

The following is a list of some Dr. Lai's publications:

(1) About nuclear power and solutions of our country to deal with it

(2) Cultivation of Penghu book 1 (published October 2002)

(3) Cultivation of Penghu book 2 (published December 2003)

(4) Penghu County Government 1998-2002 Events and Establishment of the Penghu Government (published December 2002)

(5) Green green grass (published December 2003).

Dr. Lai also wrote a thesis entitled, "Technology Organization Alliance-Resonance Theory Perspective".

During his many years public service, he received the following honors:

(1) 4th place in the policy satisfaction investigation done and authorized by Universal TV and the Journalist

(2) Fourth place in the policy satisfaction investigation done by ETTV and China Times

(3) First place in the policy satisfaction investigation done by National Cheng Kung University

(4) Second place in the policy satisfaction investigation done by Common Health Magazine

(5) Third place in the policy satisfaction investigation done by Common Health Magazine

(6) Second place in the policy satisfaction investigation done by CW Magazine.*4

On his Policy, Establishment, and Visions as the Magistrate of Penghu County, Dr. Lai set his goal "to develop Penghu into 'an International isle, A Pearl in the Ocean' since accession. Furthermore, Dr. Lai set two major policy guidelines for the people: 'Improve the Environment, and Inspire Energy'. By aggressively improving the life quality and industry environment, we try to pursuit stability under growth. In this pursuit, we hold the faith to help ourselves and people will help us in return."*5

Magistrate Feng-wei Lai of Penghu County led a delegation team of about 20 high-ranking officials to visit Nevada on September 4, 2005. A welcome dinner party was held for him and his wife on September 5, 2005 at the Sky Room of Stratosphere Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. He and his delegation team visited the Office of Nevada Governor Kenny Guinn in Las Vegas on September 6, 2005. A welcome confernce was held by the Office in its Meeting room. A gifts exchange between Governor Kenny Guinn and Magistrate Feng-wei Lai was also held.*6

"Dr. Tony Lei is one of the most respectable first class alumni of Tunghai University. We have had several distinguished alumni like him among our first four classes. It's my interest to join WBTI with my knowledge, wisdom, and talent for the promotion and cooperation of academic and tourism development between Nevada and Penghu. This is a great challenge, but a worthy and honorable effort. Of international importance, Penghu's relationship and ties with Nevada has become a valuable asset. We hope that a modern public administration strategy will be formed and based on mutual cooperation and development among the international cities. It's my honor to be named as an Assistant Professor to GSBPA of WBTI," said Dr. Feng-wei Lai in the Conference held at Nevada Governor Kenny Guinn's Office on September 6, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada.*7

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References

*1. Michael Douglas is a distinguished Justice of the Supreme Court of Nevada. Valerie Weber is a famous and achieved Assemblywoman of Nevada and the Minority
Whip of the Assembly. Cheryl Moss is a District Court Judge of Nevada serving in Las Vegas, Clark County.
*2. Walsh, Jessie; Moss, Cheryl; and Chang, Tiffany. 'Drs. Lee Bernick and Keong Leong were appointed deans of GSBPA of WBTI,' "Nevada Examiner," (March 28,
2003), Las Vegas, Nevada: Nevada Examiner.
*3. Yahoo.com. 'A profile of Feng-wei Lai,' " A search of 'Magistrate Feng-wei Lai' on the Yahoo.com," (September 6, 2005), U. S. A.: Yahoo.com.
*4. Ibid.
*5. Lai, Feng-wei. 'A profile of Penghu County,' "A search of 'Penghu, Taiwan,' on the Google.com. (September 6, 2005), Mountainview, California: Google.com.
*6. Douglas, Michael; Weber, Valerie; and Chang, Tiffany. 'The 28th Annual Convention of Taiwan Benevolent Association of America was held in Las Vegas,' "A search of 'Taiwan Benevolent Association of America' on the Google.com," (September 5, 2005), Mountainview, California: Google.com.
*7. Denton, Mark; Walsh, Jessie; Moss, Cheryl; and Chang, Tiffany. 'Our mutual cooperation and development between the officials and people will bring us a peaceful, happy, and healthy community,' "Newsbrief of WBTI," (February 7, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.

Governor Kenny Guinn of Nevada reminds us that tourism is the bedrock of Nevada's economy. To expand and diversify our domestic and international markets are absolutely essential to our long-term economic growth and stability.*1

Governor Kenny Guinn and Lt. Govenor Lorraine Hunt said that Nevada's tourism industry must continue to expand its offerings and reach out to diverse markets that range from outdoor enthusiasts to residents of the world's most populous nation (China). Speaking at the general session of the Governor's Conference on Tourism at Caesars Palace, he and she each praised Nevada's continuing efforts to supplement its gaming-based core with non-gaming amenities such as shopping, dinning, and outdoor recreation.*2

"I can't overstate the significance of China's potential as a visitor market for Nevada," Lt. Governor Hunt said. "I found modern cities rife with elements of Western culture such as Starbucks Coffee, MTV, the Rat Pack-era music of Frank Sinatra, etc. Up to 10 percent of the country's approximately 1.4 billion residents can now afford to travel overseas, which has positioned China as Nevada's "newest and most-modern market" for tourism."

On May 18, 2000 Lt. Governor Lorriane Hunt of Nevada led a delegation from Nevada to Taipei of the Republic of China. "This is important to Nevada in areas beyond just our tourism industry. Taiwan enjoys a growing economy with considerable technological advancement and as such, they are one of the world's top 15 trading nations. And with Nevada's total exports exceeding one billion dollars in 1999 alone, our local businesses stand to benefit as the Taiwanese market continues to prosper and expand," Lt. Governor of Nevada Hunt pointed out in Taipei.*3

"The Nevada Commission on Tourism believes it is vital to establish a presence in Taiwan in order to represent our tourism destinations to this emerging world travel market. Taiwan's capital, Taipei, has a working population of four million, with a youthful, technologically oriented work force. There is tremendous potential for building tourism among this sector," said Hunt.*4

"Similar to the new direction of the government in Taiwan, we are seeking new horizons for the economy of Nevada. Building mutally beneficial relationships with Taiwan, and other foreign countries, will create the demand for direct, regularly scheduled flights. Our work will help Nevada establish contacts for lucrative business and convention visitors from around the world that will form the foundation for a new pillar in the Nevada economy."*5

Las Vegas, Nevada, Representative Offices to Taiwan and Shanghai of Nevada Commission on Economic Development, and Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) extend their heartily welcome to the business, tourism, and investment from Asian countires to boom the tourism and ecomomy of this silver state.

In anticipation of the potential for increased tourism in Penghu, Taiwan, at least one Nevada casino enterprise has already purchase a significant piece of property in Penghu. At the request of Charlyne Chen (陳思庭), NCED has contacted several Nevada cities about establishing a sister-city relationship with Penghu. A Team of delegation organized by the high-ranking officials of Penghu will come to Las Vegas in September 4, 2005 for further plan in tourism and business cooperation and development.*6

In order to build an association among important cities nationally and internationally for: (1) Mutual cooperation and development of business, trade, and tourism; (2) Social and public relations among business and professionals; and (3) Event and dinner parties for our community in an atmosphere of friendly and mutual cooperation. Justice of the Supreme Court Michael Douglas, District Judge Jessie Walsh, Clark County Commissioner Lynette McDonald, Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber, Southern Nevada Sherrif Bill Young, business executives and owners, multimedia publishers and Editor-in-Chief, organizational and community leaders, among others co-sponsored the initial establishment of Intercity Business Council of Nevada (with the name now as 'International Cities Business Council' 「 國 際 城 市 企 業 協 進 會 」) on December 16, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada, U. S. A.*7

As the Founder of International Cities Business Council (ICBC) {「 國 際 城 市 企 業 協 進 會 」}, President Dr. Tony Tung-tien Lei of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) (华盛顿工商技术研究院院長雷動天博士) initiated it with good work performance by modern business adinistration and human relations.

At the Executive Meeting held on August 13, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Assemblywoman of Nevada was elected as the Advisor of ICBC. Mr. Michael Huang, Esq. and Miss Yin Yan were elected as Vice Chairmen.

The Directors of ICBC at the present time are: Mr. Han Zheng, City Mayor of Shanghai, China; Mr. Jim Gibson, Mayor of Henderson, Nevada; Mr. Michael L. Montandon, Mayor of North Las Vegas, Nevada; Mr. Feng Wei Lai (賴峰偉), County Governor of Penghu, Taiwan; Mr. Changping Zhang, Mayor of Xiamen, China; Mr. Tommy Hu, CEO (Mayor) of Xiang Fan, Hubei, China; CEO of United Commercial Bank; among others.*8

Lt. Governor of Nevada Lorraine Hunt has been invited as the Honorary Chairperson of the International Cities Business Council (ICBC) {「 國 際 城 市 企 業 協 進 會 」}.

Chairperson Charlyne Chen (陳思庭) of the International Cities Business Council (ICBC) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) is holding a welcome and celebration dinner party for the Penghu Delegaton and ICBC's establishment. It will be held on September 5, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The location is at the sky room restaurant in Stratosphere Casino and Hotel.

Most of the Chinese and Taiwanese associations presidents and newspapers publishers in Las Vegas will attend the event and party. Mr. Feng-wei Lai (賴峰偉), County Governor of Penghu, Taiwan will lead a big delegation team to attend. Nevada Assemblywoman Valerei Weber will be invited as our Guest of Honor. She is the Advisor of International Cities Business Council (ICBC) {「 國 際 城 市 企 業 協 進 會 」}.

The function of the Event and Dinner Party is to welcome the Delegation led by Governor Feng-wei Lai and celebration of the establishment of International Cities Business Council (ICBC) {「 國 際 城 市 企 業 協 進 會 」}. Miss Charlyne Chen (陳思庭) is the Chairperson.

"In summary, I am grateful for these new friends I made while visiting Taiwan, Republic of China and their love of democracy, prosperity and peace. Some day I hope to return to see continuation of their economic development and see other beautiful parts of the island including a tour of the gorgeous Penghu Islands on the west side of Taiwan," wrote Assemblywoman Valerie Weber to President Dr. Tony Lei of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) about her motion of the ARC 25 (Certificate of) Resolution for Taiwan in the Nevada Assembly and Senate.*9

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References

*1. Jones, Chris. 'China tourism potential touted,' "Las Vegas Review-Journal," (December 17, 2003), p. 1D.
*2. Guinn, Kenny. "A Message from Governor Kenny C. Guinn - December 10, 2003," Office of the Governor Kenny Guinn, (December 10, 2003), pp. 1-2.
3. Hunt, Lorriane. (Fall 2000) 'Delegation to Taiwan Inauguration,' "The Nevada Report of Lt. Governor Lorriane Hunt," Carson, Nevada: Office of Lt. Governor.
*4. Ibid.
*5. Ibid.
*6. �й���֯�ɹ���; and Chen, Charlyne. "Welcome Mr. Alan Di Stefano and Miss Charlyne Chen (陳思庭) to Shanghai!" 'Intercity Business Council of Nevada' of WBTI website, (July 13, 2005), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.
*7. GSBPA of WBTI. 'A profile on Intercity Business Council of Nevada,' "A search of 'Intercity Business Council of Nevada' on the Google.com," (August 15, 2005), U. S. A.: Google.com.
*8. PAI of WBTI. 'A profile of IBCN,' "Executive Meeting of IBCN," (August 13, 2005), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.
*9. Douglas, Michael; Weber, Valerie; and Chang, Tiffany. 'The 28th Annual Convention of Taiwan Benevolent Association of America was held in Las Vegas,' "A search of 'Taiwan Benevolent Association of America' on the Google.com," (September 5, 2005), Mountainview, California: Google.com.

Saturday, September 03, 2005
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Young says he'll run again for Clark County sheriff
27-year veteran LV police veteran to seek four more years
By BRIAN HAYNES
REVIEW-JOURNAL

[[[Bill Young's photo.
Sheriff says putting more police officers on the street is key to fighting crime.]]]

If Bill Young gets his way, there won't be a new sheriff in town.

The county's top cop said Wednesday he will run for re-election next year to keep the job he has had since 2003.

"I've got unfinished business," he said.

The decision to run again was not an easy one, he said.

After his mother and uncle were killed in a late July car crash in Northern Nevada, Young thought hard about the importance of his family and the demands of the job, he said.

But after talking with his wife and children, the 49-year-old decided to seek at least one more four-year term.

"They think I'm crazy, but they're supporting me," Young said of his family.

Young, a 27-year veteran of the Metropolitan Police Department, beat Capt. Randy Oaks in the 2002 election to become Clark County sheriff. During that campaign, Young raised more than $1 million, about 10 times more than his opponent.

As the sheriff, Young heads the largest law enforcement agency in the state, which is responsible for policing Las Vegas and unincorporated areas of the county.

Oaks was a frequent critic of then-Sheriff Jerry Keller during the 2002 campaign. Oaks believed the department was out of touch with its rank-and-file officers and community, and he thought Young would continue that trend.

But Oaks, who retired in July, said Young proved him wrong.

"I was wrong in my judgment ... that he was going to be business as usual," Oaks said. "He was anything but business as usual."

Oaks said he wouldn't run for the office again.

When Young took office, his priority was stopping the rising tide of crime, but because of several factors, including rapid population growth, crime keeps climbing, he said.

But Young said he is determined to turn that trend around before he leaves office.

"I'm a hard-headed, stubborn individual, and I'm going to see it through," he said.

Young said putting more officers on the street is key to fighting crime in Las Vegas. He championed last year's More Cops initiative, which proposed raising the county sales tax to pay for more police across Southern Nevada.

The initiative passed by a narrow margin and has since been approved by state and county officials. The sales tax will climb a quarter-cent next month and possibly another quarter-cent in four years.

But the first officers to be funded by the sales tax increase probably won't be on the street until late next year, he said.

Besides getting more officers, Young wants to upgrade the Police Department's infrastructure, including a new central headquarters and radio system. He has also proposed a tent-like jail to house nonviolent inmates and free space in the overcrowded Clark County Detention Center.

Candidates in the nonpartisan sheriff's race would face off in the primary election in September 2006. The top two vote-getters would go head-to-head in the general election.

Young said he hopes county voters will allow him to continue his career with the Las Vegas police.

"It's what I do," Young said. "I don't know how to do anything else."

Thursday, September 01, 2005
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2006 GOVERNOR'S RACE: Jim Gibbons makes it official
Republican congressman announces bid in Las Vegas
By ERIN NEFF
REVIEW-JOURNAL

If there was any remaining speculation about whether Congressman Jim Gibbons was going to enter next year's governor's race, he ended it Wednesday with his announcement that he was seeking the top post again.

Gibbons, a Republican from Reno, launched his candidacy in voter-rich Las Vegas, where he is less well-known than in other parts of Nevada, before embarking on a three-city swing to the other corners of the state to make sure everyone knows for sure that he's officially in the race.

"We can always do better, and we will, by making sure government respects the wishes of those who fund it -- the hardworking taxpayers," Gibbons said while flanked by elected Republican leaders at the East Las Vegas Community Center.

"We must protect the freedoms we enjoy today: to raise a family, start and grow a business, and keep government at arm's length from the door of our homes and the door of our businesses."

Since Gibbons decided not to take on U.S. Sen. Harry Reid last year, speculation mounted that Gibbons would be the top candidate to run for governor. He's essentially been running for the job ever since, compiling a campaign team and raising nearly $2 million.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 31, 2005 Contact: Greg Bortolin
775-684-5670

CARSON CITY � Gov. Kenny Guinn announced today that Nevada is moving swiftly to mobilize resources in support of disaster relief efforts in Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida, and Alabama in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

�These are truly difficult times for the residents of the gulf coast. As a nation, we must pull together in times like these and come to the aid of our fellow citizens,� Gov. Kenny Guinn said. �Nevada pledges its full support to the victims of Hurricane Katrina and will commit its resources to easing the burden on the area�s emergency responders. I urge all Nevadans to take a moment to consider what each of us can do to contribute to the ongoing relief efforts in these devastated areas.�

As a member of the national Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), a congressionally ratified organization that provides form and structure to interstate mutual aid, Nevada has begun mobilizing its resources to affected areas along the gulf coast. Specifically, Nevada has sent a Clark County Urban Search And Rescue Team (USAR) to Camp Shelby, MS, to assist in the efforts to excavate storm ravaged metropolitan areas. Additionally, a Nevada National Guard (NNG) medical team has been mobilized to Baton Rouge, LA to offer support to the region�s overburdened medical personnel. Nevada has also deployed a five- member Preliminary Damage Assessment Team, also to Baton Rouge, to assist with the recovery efforts. Nevada�s Division of Emergency Management remains in constant communication with emergency responders on the ground and continues to prepare for additional requests for assistance.

�The citizens of Nevada have already begun volunteering to assist in the relief efforts. We applaud them for their dedication and compassion, and urge them to work with officials from Nevada�s Department of Public Safety�s Division of Emergency Management to begin the process to volunteer for deployment,� Gov. Guinn said.

Nevadans who wish to assist in relief efforts are encouraged to contact the Division of Emergency Management at (775) 687-4240. Citizens who wish to make monetary contributions to assist the victims of Hurricane Katrina should consider making a donation to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. To make a donation, please call 1-800-HELP-NOW or visit the Red Cross Web site at http://www.redcross.org/.

Office of the Governor
101 North Carson Street
Carson City, NV 89701
Fax: 775-684-7198

Grant Sawyer State Office Building
555 East Washington, Suite 5100 Las Vegas, NV 89101
Fax: 702-486-2505

Monday, August 29, 2005
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POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Gibbons to formally launch gubernatorial bid
Wednesday morning announcement in Las Vegas to be followed by campaign stops around 2nd Congressional District
By ERIN NEFF
REVIEW-JOURNAL

[[[Rep. Jim Gibbons, shown addressing the Nevada Legislature in Carson City on Feb. 24, will officially launch his campaign for governor Wednesday in Las Vegas.
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS]]]

[[[Nevada Supreme Court Justice Nancy Becker, above, is up for re-election next year, and she's been targeted by conservative autodialer Tony Dane, below.
Photo by Gary Thompson.]]]

Rep. Jim Gibbons has been spending plenty of time touring his huge district during the current vacation from Washington, D.C.

But his recent stops in Reno, Amargosa and Sparks will only be topped this week when he officially declares his bid for governor.

On Wednesday, the Republican war veteran will formally launch his campaign with a morning event in Las Vegas with GOP stalwart Jack Kemp at his side.

After the 10 a.m. announcement, Gibbons heads to his native Sparks for an afternoon event. He'll complete the state wrap with stops in Elko on Thursday, Winnemucca on Friday and Fallon on Labor Day.

All of those stops are in his 2nd Congressional District, but with fewer than 13,000 registered voters in the Las Vegas snippet of his district, Gibbons would be wise to rent a home down south for the campaign.

"He cannot afford to ignore his base, but he is going to have to campaign here," said Clark County GOP Chairman John Hambrick. "The same is true for any candidate, Democrat or Republican."

Hambrick said he was staying neutral in the race, thanks to the two Las Vegas Republicans also running, state Sen. Bob Beers and Lt. Gov. Lorraine Hunt.

Dane targets Becker

Nevada Supreme Court Chief Justice Nancy Becker is still bearing some of the brunt from voting with the majority in the 2003 Guinn vs. the Legislature case.

Conservative autodialer Tony Dane is apparently targeting Becker, who is up for re-election next year.

Dane is registered as the person who purchased roughly 20 Web domain names with combinations of Nancy Becker and Justice Becker. So far, the sites don't have any content, but wacky campaign stuff is never too far away from Dane, the man who fronted a David Parks to run against Assemblyman David Parks, among other shenanigans.

Dane said he's waiting to decide what to do with the sites. Although he was angered to the core about the Supreme Court case, Dane also said he had a positive experience in Becker's local courtroom years ago when he was the plaintiff in a civil case.

"I don't know which one weighs over the other," Dane said. "I was really mad about that decision, and I wanted to target the other justices last year."

Becker is the first of the justices expected to seek re-election after the 2003 decision. Miriam Shearing retired, Deborah Agosti chose not to seek another term, and Myron Leavitt died.

In 2003, Becker ruled with the majority to set aside a state law requiring two-thirds of the Legislature to approve tax increases in order to allow the funding of public schools .

Ultimately, that ruling did not impact the final plan. The $833 million tax hike was approved by a two-thirds majority anyway.

Costly primary avoided

State Democrats have settled on a Marshall Plan for next year's constitutional offices.

At first, Reno attorney Kate Marshall and Ross Miller, son of former Gov. Bob Miller, were both planning to run for secretary of state.

For once, the party decided to avoid a costly primary. Marshall will now run for treasurer against declared Republican candidate Mark DeStefano, leaving Miller to stump for secretary of state against the winner of a crowded field of Republican candidates.

Now if only Democrats could settle on backing one candidate for governor. In addition to Senate Minority Leader Dina Titus, Assembly Speaker Richard Perkins and Henderson Mayor Jim Gibson, casino executive Stephen Cloobeck is still considering a bid. And the world's self-declared happiest mayor, Oscar Goodman, still won't rule the race out, officially.

Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) was founded in January 8, 1996. We have produced distinguished scholars, successful entrepreneurs, and outstanding community leaders. For the time being, our vision of 2004 is to continue to put more wisdom and effort in encourageing those people who are outstanding in public administration, academic research, and community service. WBTI has established the Public Administration Institution (PAI) in order to meet the increasng investigation requirements of current public managers and special research needs of professional public administrators. It seeks to provide an awareness and understanding of the complex administrative and oganizational contexts within which the administrators of public service make and implement decisions; and to provide general technical competence in using the tools of public administration and information management.*1

Dr. William N. Thompson was appointed by WBTI as Fellow and Director of its Public Administration Institution (PAI) on January 18, 2000. "It has been an honorable gratifying to invite a famous professor of Dr. Bill Thompson's expertise, integrity, and good personal traits with highly international perspective to this Institute," Said President Dr. Tony Lei of WBTI on January 21, 2000. "Throughout Dr. Thompson's distinguished career and publication, he has been earned a good reputation as a conscientious and dedicated professional."

On March 3, 2000, Dr. Roy J. Adamson was appointed Fellow of PAI. "It's our gratifying honor to have Dr. Adamson, a famous Emeritus Professor from Pepperdine University to join us as one of our faculty member. The fellowship of Dr. Adamson with both of his expertise and integrity has brought PAI the milestone to an interstate research institution in the United States," said Dr. Tony Lei.

Nancy A. Becker was appointed by WBTI as Fellow of PAI on May 2, 2000. Nancy received her Juris Doctorate degree from George Washington University National Law Center in 1979. She is now a Justice of Nevada Supreme Court. She is the recipient of numerous honors. "It's our honor to invite a famous person of Justice Nancy Becker's excellenct caliber whose expertise, integrity, and good personal traits will bring this Institute wih a perspective of millennium," said Dr. Tony Lei on May 18, 2000. "Throughout her distinguished career, she has accomplished a great deal of judicial practices together with social services and has earned a good reputation of conscientious and dedicated professionalism."

As a born-again Christian, people had been inspired by U. S. Senator-elect John Ensign's sincerity, humanility, and credibility more than just his wealth and good looks in last November. In view of his admirable qualities, achievements, passion, and unshakable belief in building a better Nevada, WBTI led by Dr. Tony Lei, a fellow sincere believer, honored him as Advisor and Vice Chairman of its Advisory Board on November 8, 2000.

"It's a very prestigious honor to be appointed by WBTI as an Associate Fellow of PAI. WBTI is a very well respected and integral part of this community. I'm grateful to be joining such a distinguished panel of professionals who are committed to improving the lives of our citizens in this community. We've our Director and Fellow Dr. William Thompson; Fellows Nancy Becker, Dina Titus, Dr. Roy Adamson, Dr. Archie Chang, Mark Denton, Valorie Vega, Nancy Saitta, Terry Care; Associate Fellows Jessie Walsh, Jackies Glass, Michelle Leavitt-Ftzpatrick, Jennifer Togliatti, Lynette McDonald, Lisa Brown, Cheryl Moss, Cedric Kerns, Betsy Kolkoski, Ann Zimmerman, Natalie Tyrrell, Sheri Vogel; Assistant Fellows Christine Hu, Linda Shyr; Research Associate Sonya Douglas; Assistant Iris Zhang," said Judge Ann Zimmerman.

By the act of love itself, we are enriched. Love in action is service above self. Make service a part of our character and experience the abundant reward that comes from serving others. The Bible teaches: "... let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth ( 1 John 3:18)." District ( Family ) Court Judge Cheryl Moss wrote Dr. Tony Lei : "I am delighted and honored to be appointed as an Associate Fellow of the Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute. Thank you for this opportunity for me to serve, and I hope to gain more knowledge, insight, and awareness about public service and community issues through your prestigious institution. I remain dedicated to helping the community, and I am inspired by your leadership, wisdom, and guaidance. I am also fortunate to have met you and your wife, Judy, because you are both active and dynamic individuals in the community. Your accomplishment and achievement have demonstrated that taking part in the community does make a difference. Best wishes and thank you again for your unselfish kindness, support, and encouragement."

"Even with the constancy of his presidential responsblities, Tony ( Dr. Tony Lei ) carved out time and energy during the past three years with wisdom and knowledge through the cooperation of Dr. William Thompson to create the blueprint for the Institution that ultimately paved the way for the 2000 openning of our Public Administration Institution (PAI) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI)," said Justice of the Supreme Court Nancy Becker for "Nevada Examiner " on June 30, 2000.

"Public Administraton Institution of WBTI has played the role as a private NPO (Non Pofit Organization) to promote the study and research of public administration and strategy for social and public benefit. With the effort of the Faculty and under the brilliant leadership of Dr. Tony Lei, WBTI has accomplished a valuable contribution to the academic research and community service for Nevada. We share a great deal of honor also as what the Justice of the Supreme Court Nancy Becker does for her prestige as a PAI Fellow. Her participation in this Institution will enrich and enhance its academic production featured with practicality and adaptability as an efficient 'intelligent Tank' through her excellent and fruitful public administration experience and contribution," said the President of Seniors United Lillian Wallace on "Nevada Examiner" in May 9, 2000.

"Thank you very much for showing your faith in me as evidenced by your nomination. It is indeed an honor for me to be nominated by you and to become a Fellow of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute. This position will undoubtedly provide me with avenues for exploring improvements in public services to which I am most dedicated. I look forward to working together with you in these endeavors," wrote the District Judge Valorie Vega to Dr. Tony Lei from her Office of the Eightth Judicial Distict Court at the Clark County Courthouse on May 22, 2000.

"It is certainly an honor to be acknowledged by you for my commitment to serving this community. I look forward to expanding my public service by working with you and the Institute to continue to better our community. You dedication is a wonderful example of what others should strive to accomplish," wrote Judge Natalie Tyrrell to Dr. Tony Lei.

"WBTI has built a sound foundation with its excellent and achieved faculty members. We've been encouraged to better our endeavor for we've Dr. Kenny Guinn, Governor of Nevada as our Chairman of the Advisory Board; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign as Vice Chairmen; and U. S. Congress Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman as Executive Advisors," Judge Natalie Tyrrell said.

With his expertise and integrity as a famous professor of management achieved in writing college text books of management, presenting research papers to renowned international conferences, and leading academic institution by the name of WBTI, Dr. Tony Lei has enjoyed the distinctive mission with philanthropy to realize the good purposes and creeds of an organization through his many years accomplishments of knowledge, talents, and experiences on effective management and educational technology in balance of theoreticality and practicality. As Dr. Tony Lei is one of the person who glorify and thank the Almighty the most, we trust that God will be with those who honor Him.

"Your strength as a leader was apparent during our conversation. It is comforting to know that individuals such as yourself are utilizing their talents in an effort to better our community," stated Las Vegas Councilwoman Lynette McDonald in her letter from her Office in the City of Las Vegas to Dr. Tony Lei.

"Our greatest asset at WBTI is our people__not facades or fountains, not landscapes or lakescapes, but people-- faculty, advisory board members, administration, and a host of friends," said Dr. Tony Lei. "Enriching our reseach and community service process were made possible by these friends who joined and supported this academic institute. WBTI is really a chain of dedicated individuals who joined to research, serve, support and to give. We take great pride of our people, including our outstanding faculty members. They are some of the best in the world. We're sincere servers to improve the quality of life of all the residents and visitors of Nevada.

"Power in politics should have a direction that the power based on knowledge is the power of righteousness. We wish that a pure fountain may prosper and enrich our splendid and golden country through the spirit that knowledge calls, ultimately, for a life of service. In God we trust. Life is for the purpose to serve our lovely community and country," Dr. Tony Lei points out.

"One of my priorities will be 'telling the Pepperdine story' of quality and value to a large audience, reaching a broader demographic, and having a global range," said Dr. Andrew Benton at his Inauguaration as President of Pepperdine Univesity on September 23, 2000. "We need to strengthen Pepperdine's diversiy, its connection to its heritage, its sense of community and community involvement, and its scholarship and culture through faculty involvement in outside research and publishing."

"Chairman Thomas Bost of the Board of Regents believes that this new President is best equipped to lead Pepperdine to the next millennium with academic excellence and Christian values. Dr. William Bannosky, the school's fouth president, assures that the new president would seek the highest standads for academic and spiritual excellence," said Dr. Tony Lei who received his degrees of M.B.A. and Ed. D. (Doctor of Education) in Institutional Management from Pepperdine in 1969 and 1990, respectively.

On May 11, 2001, State Senator Terry Care, Chairman of the Democratic Party in Nevada, wrote Dr. Tony Lei: "I commend your work, the work of WBTI, and I wish to rely my respect for Justice Becker." For a special tribute to the Supreme Court Jusitice Nancy Becker and inducement of the Faculty of PAI of WBTI, a dinner and event party is held at Harbor Palace Seafood Restaurant by WBTI and Asian American Community today, May 23, 2001. Dr. Tony Lei is the first Chairman and sponsor of the event and dinner party.

"I truly appreciate your efforts on my behalf and your commitment to bring 100 people to the event at Cashman field on March 26th. It is only with the dedication and commitment of good people like youself that I will achieve my goal of becoming Governor of this great state. Dema and I can't thank you enough for your assistance and your positive activities in the community," wrote Governor Kenny Guinn to Dr. Tony Lei on March 6, 1998.

On December 5, 1999, the Office of Clark County Board of Commissioners presented the Proclamation to Dr. Tony Lei, which was signed and given by its Chairman and Commissioners: Chairman Bruce Woodbury, and Chairman; Vice-Chair Erin Kenny; Commissioners Yvonne Gates, Mary Kincaid, Lance Malone, Myrna Williams, and Dario Herrera. It states: "Dr. Tony Lei has served our community through a variety of venues. He has given freely of his time, energy, knowledge, and talents, working on projects and events that contribute to the quality of life in Clark County and has dedicated himself to public service to not only the Asian Community but to all citizens. Now, therefore, We, the Board of Clark County Commissioners, on this occasion, December 5, 1999, in celebration and recognition of his special accomplishments, do hereby recognize and honor Dr. Tony T. Lei, Ed. D. and urge all citizens to join us in wishing him a successful and bright future."*2

On October 1, 2002, the Office of Clark County Board of Commissioners presented the Proclamation to Dr. Tony Lei for his advanced contribution and accomplishment to the community, residents, and visitors of Nevada.

"As Director of Public Administration Institution (PAI) of WBTI, it's my privilege to share a leadership role with Dr. Tony Lei and to have the wonderful cooperation of all the faculty since PAI's establishment. Innovative in integrating his experience in institutional management and spiritual value in education, Dr. Tony Lei's wisdom and efforts towards community service and academic endeador have been very valuable. We expect the forthcoming work performance of Pan Pacific and Asian American Forum founded by this Institute to help improve the quality of life of the people and contribue to he prosperity of this State," said Dr. William Thompson. Bill is former Chairman and now Professor of the Department of Public Administration of UNLV. His son married a beautiful Chinese girl in Mongloria years ago. He plans to write a book for WBTI, which is expected to be published both in English and Chinese.

"Freedom, democracy, and Justice have constituted a legacy that we should keep, not because it is a legacy, but because it is right and justice. It has made the United States of America the freest and most prosperous country in history. It's our responsibility to join the effort together in making Nevada one of the peaceful, happy, and prosperous state of America through the cooperation and development of culture, tourism, business, and education with our foreign countries." said Lorraine Hunt, Lt. Governor of Nevada, for the Thai Performing Arts - Appreciation Day 2003. The Event and Party was held at the Charleston Height Arts Center on September 16, 2003, co-sponsored by WBTI, Arcata Associates, Kids for a Better Society, among others.

The spirit of both the innovation and entreprenuership has also motivated United States to be a leading and prosperous country. With its high-speed capability, Fiber Optics can convey mass quantity of images and voice information. It is because that the broadband technology such as Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) has been more and more developed. Moreover, because of the popular building of radio communication networks, wireless techniques may access important information from the web and condense it to be appeared on the small web connecting machines such as a hand-held screen. The open free software LINUX operating system can even connect various stations very easilly. All these advancement in science and technology, should be used to inspire the promotion of the quality of our daily life. In this new era of information and web works, we should add humanity concern into our thinking structures. God created the world. Everything can be decided by Him. As the value of the fellowship of Public Administration Institution of WBTI growing, we the people with intelligence and knowledge in administration, technology, science should enjoy a valuable and joyful life to serve our community and society with our efforts and wisdom.

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References

*1. Chang, Tiffany. 'A theme of the event and dinner party to pay a special tribute to
the Supreme Court Justice Nancy Becker: Growing Value of the Fellowship of Public Administration Institution,' "Nevada Examiner" (May 2001), Las Vegas, Nevada: Nevada Examiner.
*2. Ibid.

Friday, August 26, 2005
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

JOHN L. SMITH: Governor plans to leave successor with three-part study of state's needs

Gov. Kenny Guinn celebrated his 69th birthday this week with his underrated sense of humor, but not many presents.

"I didn't wish for anything," Guinn said Thursday. "My wife (Dema) said, `What do you want?' When I told her there was nothing I wanted, she said, `Well, if you don't want anything, could you think of something to get me?' "

The Guinns have been married more than 49 years. Or, as the governor put it, "It's 49 years, one month, and 10 days. I'm looking forward to our 50th, because my wife and I made a deal that if we hit 50, I get to be the boss and don't have to vacuum anymore, and I get to hold the checkbook."

And I thought I was the only one who'd made that deal.

If the governor sounds like he's in a particularly good mood these days, it may be because his popularity continues to rise with Nevadans, despite the ups and downs of two terms in office.

That popularity one day soon may pay dividends for whomever he decides to endorse as his replacement.

Rumors to the contrary, Guinn assured me he will endorse the Republican Party nominee in the general election.

Yes, even if it's Jim Gibbons or Bob Beers.

In the coming months, Guinn will keep busy by preparing a three-part study that he hopes will set a new standard for planning in state government.

The first component is a long-term study of the state's transportation infrastructure needs.

The second focuses on the need for affordable hospitalization and medical care programs for public employees. With a long-term liability already set at more than $3 billion, Guinn says a plan must be in place for the state to avoid calamity.

A committee will also study the complex issue of the impact of mental and medical health costs on the state.

"It's something for the future," Guinn said. "All of those issues will be more and more prevalent and serious forces as we get bigger and bigger."

I was both pleased and gratified to learn from state Treasurer Brian Krolicki that Moody�s, the national credit rating organization, has recently upgraded Nevada�s General Obligation bond rating. I am proud to report that the first improvement in our credit rating since 1977 is the result of our sound fiscal policy.

The Moody�s announcement points to the 2004-2005 biennium as a major turning point in Nevada�s economic outlook. It was during this time that we concentrated our efforts on strengthening and broadening our tax base and continuing to look for ways to streamline and better manage government.

Moody�s praises Nevada for displaying what it calls, �the hallmarks of conservative budget management,� and for our �ability to respond quickly to downturns and to react prudently during flush times.� The report points out that fiscally conservative elements of the enacted biennial budget (FY 06-07) have balanced our efforts to broaden and enrich the state�s tax base. It highlights the work we�ve done to replenish the state�s Rainy Day Fund, restoring its balance to more than $200 million, as a sign of proactive long-range planning and is supportive of Nevada�s decision to forgo permanent tax reductions in the face of a large budget surplus. Indeed, Moody�s praises our decision to return a portion of this surplus to our taxpayers in the form of a one-time $300 million tax rebate, while leaving the current tax structure in place and using conservative revenue assumptions for future planning.

The upgraded rating is truly exciting news for Nevada and means that future funding for large public works projects can be secured at a much lower interest rate. The lower interest rate allows the state to make the most of its precious tax dollars. The increased rating attracts more potential buyers and allows us to issue bonds at an attractive price; both of which serve to lesson the fiscal impact on taxpayers.

Through careful long-range planning, diligent fiscal oversight and a willingness to be flexible in our decision-making, we have made tremendous improvements to Nevada�s current and future economic outlook. I am proud of our accomplishments and the Moody�s announcement is proof that Nevada�s financial practices are drawing the respect and attention they deserve.

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*1. About Governor Kenny Guinn (concise one by the Editor of this flier):

Kenny Guinn, 69, earned undergraduate and graduate degrees in Physical Education from Fresno State University and later obtained a doctorate in Education from Utah State University in Logan.

In 1994, Guinn was recruited by the University of Nevada Board of Regents to serve as interim president of the University of Nevada-Las Vegas.

Kenny spent his boyhood in the small, Central Valley town of Exeter, California where he met Dema, his wife of 49 years. Kenny Guinn believes in families.

Dr. Kenny C. Guinn is Chairman of the Advisory Board of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI). He is now the Governor of Nevada, U. S. A. at his second term.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 24, 2005 Contact: Greg Bortolin
775-684-5670

CARSON CITY � Governor Kenny Guinn released the following statement today regarding the death of Marine 2nd Lt. James J. Cathey, 24, of Reno, who was killed in action Sunday, August 21, near Al Karmah, Iraq:

�It was with a heavy heart that I learned of the tragic loss of 2nd Lt. James J. Cathey. Like all of America�s brave armed service men and women, James answered his nation�s call to duty and risked his own life to help guarantee the freedom of others; sadly this act of heroism cost a promising young man his life. Dema and I offer our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Lt. Cathey. Today, I ask that all Nevadans take a moment to honor this brave young man and the many other brave Nevadans who have laid their lives on the line in the name of freedom. For each of their sacrifices, Nevada is eternally grateful.�

Office of the Governor
101 North Carson Street
Carson City, NV 89701
Fax: 775-684-7198

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Fax: 702-486-2505

Tuesday, August 23, 2005
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

Reid returns to public activity
Senator to take part in community event following `ministroke'
By TONY BATT
STEPHENS WASHINGTON BUREAU

[[[Harry Reid
Doctors not placing physical limits on 65-year-old senator]]]

WASHINGTON -- Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev., on Wednesday plans to make his first public appearance since suffering a "ministroke" last week, according to a spokeswoman.

Reid, 65, will take part in an event for religious leaders and social service advocates at Nevada Partners in North Las Vegas. The "faith-based services symposium" was organized to draw attention to community needs.

Doctors have placed no physical limits on Reid, who plans to resume a full schedule when Congress reconvenes on Sept. 6, spokeswoman Tessa Hafen said.

Political observers said Monday the Senate's Democratic leader will be under tight scrutiny when he returns to Washington as colleagues and critics watch for any aftereffects.

"His medical condition is out there, and people will be thinking about it," said Stuart Rothenberg, a Washington political analyst.

Reid has been recovering from a transient ischemic attack, a possible precursor to a stroke.

Reid's office announced his medical condition on Friday afternoon, saying he began experiencing lightheadedness Tuesday evening at his home in Searchlight. Two physicians at Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center said Monday he was treated there.

Rothenberg said it was not a good idea for Reid, 65, to wait three days before disclosing the condition.

Although the Friday announcement may have been timed to minimize immediate media attention, Rothenberg said it may also have caused more suspicion.

"This is not one of those Third World regimes where they hide what the leader is doing," Rothenberg said. "I think he was trying to protect himself, and when you do that, it makes people wonder if something bigger is going on than a mild stroke."

Hafen said there was a delay in disclosing Reid's diagnosis because no one could say conclusively what happened until several tests were evaluated.

Reid, who is staying with family in Las Vegas, was not available to be interviewed Monday, Hafen said. His staff continued to decline to disclose the names of doctors who treated him.

Norm Ornstein, a resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, said he does not think Reid's medical condition will diminish his role as Democratic leader.

"Reid has a very firm hold on his leadership and caucus," Ornstein said. "No one in his caucus is likely to be looking for excuses to get rid of him."

Even if another Democrat wanted to oust Reid, this would not be the time to do it, Rothenberg said.

"This is a period in which everyone has to be deferential and solicitous toward Reid," Rothenberg said. "No one can be seen as taking advantage of this medical condition."

There might even be a political upside to Reid's condition because senators from both parties may want to be more cooperative, said Eric Herzik, a political science professor at the University of Nevada, Reno.

"Events like this make politicians realize that no matter whether you agree or disagree with someone on policy issues, there is a personal element of respect and friendship that goes beyond bitter partisanship," Herzik said.

Hafen said last week's event will not have any impact on Reid's decision whether to seek re-election in 2010 when he will be 70.

Dr. Nina J. Solenski, a stroke neurologist at the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center in Charlottesville, declined to discuss Reid's case specifically because she does not know the details.

But Solenski said a high percentage of patients who have had a transient ischemic attack eventually have a stroke.

"This is a general warning sign that a stroke is impending," Solenski said. "If this is a first event, and the patient is associated with other risk factors like hypertension, there is a higher incidence of stroke over time."

A stroke can be avoided if treatment is administered in a timely fashion, Solenski said. "It's a case-by-case situation," she said.

Review-Journal writer Paul Harasim contributed to this report.

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Saturday, August 20, 2005
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

TRANSIENT ISCHEMIC ATTACK: Reid has medical problem
Senator experienced ministroke earlier this week, his staff announces
By ED VOGEL and SAMANTHA YOUNG
REVIEW-JOURNAL

Harry Reid
Senate minority leader canceled all public appearances until further notice

Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev., experienced lightheadedness Tuesday evening and was diagnosed by doctors as having experienced a transient ischemic attack, often a sign that a serious stroke could occur later, according to a statement issued Friday by his staff.

Reid spokeswoman Tessa Hafen said the 65-year-old senator feels fine. "There are no complications or any restrictions on his activities," she said in a statement.

She added that Reid's physicians have advised him to take advantage of the summer congressional recess and take "some downtime." Reid, a senator since 1987, is Senate minority leader and often is the national spokesman for the Democratic Party.

In a phone interview, Hafen said Reid, on the advice of his doctors, has canceled all public appearances until further notice. She said the attack occurred in his home in Searchlight and that his wife, Landra, urged him immediately to see physicians in Las Vegas.

Reid decided against announcing the medical problem until Friday, when his physicians completed tests and evaluations of his condition, according to Hafen.

There is no reason for Reid to reduce his Senate activities, she added, because doctors have determined "he is fine." Hafen declined to identify Reid's physicians or where he was treated.

But she noted the senator does not engage in the type of activities -- such as drinking and smoking -- usually associated with the attacks, sometimes characterized as ministrokes.

Reid could not be reached for comment. Hafen said he is staying with family in Las Vegas.

Sen. John Ensign, R-Nev., learned of Reid's stroke in a message conveyed through their aides shortly before the news was announced to the public, according to Ensign spokesman Jack Finn.

"My family and I have been praying for Harry since hearing the news of his stroke, which came as a shock to me, as I'm sure it did to all Nevadans and Americans," Ensign said in a statement. "My hope and prayers are for a full and fast recovery for Harry, and my thoughts are with his family."

Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, R-Tenn., said he had spoken with Reid.

"He's feeling fine -- showing the same strength of spirit that's driven him throughout his career," Frist said in a statement Friday night. "Harry is a seemingly tireless worker, and I hope he takes advantage of the remaining recess to rest and relax before rejoining me on the floor in a few weeks."

Congress has been in recess since the beginning of August.

Fellow Democrats also expect Reid to continue his leadership role when the Senate returns to session on Sept. 6.

Sen. Richard Durbin of Illinois, the Democratic whip and No. 2 party leader, "has been assured this is a relatively nonserious medical event," said Joe Shoemaker, a Durbin spokesman.

"We just want Harry to get back on his feet and continue doing the job he does so well of leading Senate Democrats," Shoemaker added.

Reid was scheduled to make an appearance today at the Reynolds School of Journalism at the University of Nevada, Reno, and to speak Sunday morning at the Lake Tahoe Environmental Summit in Tahoe City, Calif.

He usually has attended the annual summit, where he and other political leaders hear reports on the progress made in preserving the lake's clarity.

According to the American Family Physicians Web site, a transient ischemic attack is considered a "critical harbinger of impending stroke."

"Failure to quickly recognize and evaluate this warning sign could mean missing an opportunity to prevent permanent disability or death," the Web site states. "The 90-day risk of stroke after a transient ischemic attack has been estimated to be approximately 10 percent, with one half of strokes occurring within the first two days of the attack."

The National Institute for Neurological Disorders and Stroke states on its Web site that such attacks last only a few minutes and generally occur when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted. This can happen when cholesterol containing fatty deposits, or a blood clot moving from another part of the body, temporarily blocks a blood vessel.

Most symptoms disappear within an hour, although they may persist for up to 24 hours. They can include numbness in the face, arm or leg, and difficulty in talking or understanding speech.

In cases of transient ischemic attack, some people can be treated with Tissue Plasminogen Activator, a clot-busting drug known as tPA, the American Family Physicians Web site states. The Food and Drug Administration approved the use of tPA to treat ischemic stroke in the first three hours after the start of symptoms.

Hafen said she is aware of the effects of transient ischemic attack, but insisted Reid has been assured by his doctors that he is fine.

"He has run 12 marathons," Hafen said, adding that Reid intends to continue jogging.

Review-Journal writer Paul Harasim and The Associated Press contributed to this report.

From: Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber [vweber5@cox.net]
To: Dr. Tony Lei [tojulei@yahoo.com]
Subject: Re: Thanks!
Date: Fri, 19 Aug 2005 07:12:51 -0700

Dear Dr. Lei, You are welcome! Talk with you soon. I am leaving town today and returning next week.

Val Weber

----- Original Message -----
From: Dr. Tony Lei
To: Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber
Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2005 10:36 PM
Subject: Thanks!

Good evening Dear Valerie! How are you? Thank you very much for your elegant and valuable speech to the TBAA Convention.

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The 28th Annual Convention of Taiwan Benevolent Association of America was held in Las Vegas
By Michael Douglas, Valerie Weber, and Tiffany Chang*1

"It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Las Vegas for the 28th Annual Convention of the Taiwan Benevolent Association of America. I hope that, during your time here, you will be able to experience some of the many attractions that our beautiful city has to offer. .....," wrote U. S. Senator John Ensign to Taiwan Benevolent Association of America.*2

The grand opening of the 28th Annual Convention of Taiwan Benevolent Association of America (TBAA) was held by its Chairperson Wendy Yu-ping Wu*3 at the Paris Hotel on July 30, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Concode C Room was full with participants from all around the world. Dr. Fu-Mei Chang, Overseas Chinese Affair Commission of the Republic of China; Ssu-yin Ho, Kuomintang Oversea Director; Mark W. P. Liao, Director General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in San Francisco; Lagislators of ROC S. C. Ting, Y. Y. Wu, S. H. Chou, W. C. Shieh, J. L Lin, among others presented at the Conference. Justice of the Supreme Court of Nevada Michael Douglas and Nevada Asemblywoman Valerie Weber each dilivered a nice and significant welcome speech. Greeting Letters and Cetificates were presented by Mr. Matthew McBride (for U. S. Senator John Ensign), Ms. Judith Ray (for U. S. Congressman James Gibbons), Ms. Gerri Schroder (for U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley), Councilwoman Lois Tarkanian (for Las Vegas City Mayor and Council), Councilwoman Stephanie S. Smith (for the North Las Vegas City Mayor and Council). .....

Proclamations from the Board Commissioners of Clark County of Nevada and the State of Nevada (through Assemblywoman Valerie Weber) were presented to Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) and Dr. Tony Tung-tien Lei by both of the parties on July 30, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada.*7

Sixteen original hard copeis of the ARC 25 Certificate of Resolution by Nevada Assembly and Senate (through Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber) were also presented by Dr. Tony Lei to each president of the 16 Chapters of TBAA through their Chairman Mr. I-Ta Liang. .....
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Subject: RE: Thank you very much!
Date: Thu, 18 Aug 2005 08:30:15 -0700
From: Justice of the Supreme Court Michael Douglas" [mdouglas@nvcourts.state.nv.us]
To: "Dr. Tony Lei" [tojulei@yahoo.com]

Dear Dr. Lei: You are very welcome.
...Michael Douglas

-----Original Message-----
From: Dr. Tony Lei
Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2005 10:33 PM
To: Justice of the Supreme Court Michael Douglas
Subject: Thank you very much!

Dear Michael, Good evening! How are you? Thank you very much for your elegant and valuable speech to the TBAA Convention.

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The 28th Annual Convention of Taiwan Benevolent Association of America was held in Las Vegas
By Michael Douglas, Valerie Weber, and Tiffany Chang*1

"It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Las Vegas for the 28th Annual Convention of the Taiwan Benevolent Association of America. I hope that, during your time here, you will be able to experience some of the many attractions that our beautiful city has to offer. .....," wrote U. S. Senator John Ensign to Taiwan Benevolent Association of America.*2

The grand opening of the 28th Annual Convention of Taiwan Benevolent Association of America (TBAA) was held by its Chairperson Wendy Yu-ping Wu*3 at the Paris Hotel on July 30, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Concode C Room was full with participants from all around the world. Dr. Fu-Mei Chang, Overseas Chinese Affair Commission of the Republic of China; Ssu-yin Ho, Kuomintang Oversea Director; Mark W. P. Liao, Director General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in San Francisco; Lagislators of ROC S. C. Ting, Y. Y. Wu, S. H. Chou, W. C. Shieh, J. L Lin, among others presented at the Conference. Justice of the Supreme Court of Nevada Michael Douglas and Nevada Asemblywoman Valerie Weber each dilivered a nice and significant welcome speech. Greeting Letters and Cetificates were presented by Mr. Matthew McBride (for U. S. Senator John Ensign), Ms. Judith Ray (for U. S. Congressman James Gibbons), Ms. Gerri Schroder (for U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley), Councilwoman Lois Tarkanian (for Las Vegas City Mayor and Council), Councilwoman Stephanie S. Smith (for the North Las Vegas City Mayor and Council). .....
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http://www.strawberryfarmsgolf.com
(949) 551-1811

Registration Fee: $95 per player (includes golf & complimentary social hour)
Prepayment required! Mastercard & Visa accepted.
Please call 310-506-5639 to secure your reservation.

RSVP Deadline: Monday, August 22, 2005

SPACE IS EXTREMELY LIMITED, RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!

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Reference

*1. GSBM of Pepperdine University. 'A press release of GSBM,' "An e-mail from GSBM of Pepperdine University to Dr. Tony Tung-tien Lei," (August 17, 2005), Malibu, California: Pepperdine University.