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

In January 2000, Dr. Tony Lei and Dr. William Thompson established the Public Administration Institution (PAI) for WBTI. It has Dr. Thompson as its Fellow and Director; and Nevada State Senator and Professor of UNLV Dina Titus, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court Nancy Becker, Former Attorney General Frankie Sue Del Papa, District Judges Mark Denton, Valorie Vega, Michelle Leavitt, Jennifer Togliatti, Jessie Walsh, and Dr. Achie Chang as its Fellows.

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, Dr. Roy Adamson, Mark Denton, Valorie Vega, Terry Care; Associate Fellows Lisa Brown, Cheryl Moss, Mary Kincaid, Lynette McDonald, Michelle Leavitt-Ftzpatrick, Cedric Kerns, Jessie Walsh, Betsy Kolkoski, Ann Zimmerman, Natalie Tyrrell, Sheri Vogel; Research Associate Sonya Douglass; Assistant Iris Zhang," said Judge Ann Zimmerman in May 2000.

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) was held at Harbor Palace Seafood Restaurant by WBTI and Asian American Community (today,) on May 23, 2001.

"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. The proclamation was updated on October 26, 2004.

"Through the recommendation by our faculty members including Nevada District Judge Valorie Vega and Sheriff Bill Young of Southern Nevada, Miss Nancy Oesterle has been promoted from Assistant Fellow to Associate Fellow of Public Administration Institution (PAI) by Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) on December 23, 2004," announced Dr. John Wang, Spokesman of WBTI, on Friday, December 24, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada.*3

"It's a great venue for me to endeavor my effort and interest to education and community service. Through the cooperation and development among business, academic institute, and government, we're expecting to promote the quality of living conditions for all our residents and visitors of Nevada," said Nancy Oesterle after she was being promoted.*4

"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.*5

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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.
*3. Vega, Valorie; Young, Bill; and Chang, Tiffany. 'Nancy Oesterle promotes to Associate Fellow of Public Administration Institution of WBTI,' "A search of Valorie Vega on Google.com," (April 22, 2005), U. S. A.: Google.com.
*4. Ibid.
*5. 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.

We have made great strides in public education in Nevada. We have set high expectations for teacher certification, curriculum and academic standards, regular assessments and proficiency exams for high school graduation. Because of this work and the provisions of the federal No Child Left Behind law, we have the clearest picture ever of where our students are succeeding � and where we are falling short. Nearly three months ago, when I delivered my State of the State Address, more than 200 of our schools were either on the warning list or about to join the warning list for No Child Left Behind.

In addition to some remarkable success stories, we know many of our schools and the students they serve are failing to meet our standards. And that�s a failure not just for these students, but also for our entire state. That�s why I announced in my State of the State Address that the surest way to improve our schools is to invest in the best practices, the best methods and the best allocation of resources for our children�s success. To do this, I included in my budget a dedicated fund of $100 million for our failing schools. Schools are already required to analyze the unique obstacles they face in improving performance, and then provide an action plan to fix these problems. They submit this information in their school improvement plans. It�s time we pull those plans off the shelf, appropriately fund them and bring them to life for the sake of Nevada�s children. One of the most exciting aspects of my proposal, as outlined in SB 404, is that it recognizes one size does not fit all when it comes to education. Each school is different, and more importantly, each group of students is different. From math tutors to all-day kindergarten to bilingual teachers, the obvious solution for one school may not be effective in another.

I am pleased that a number of groups, including the Superintendent of Public Instruction, Legislators, school district representatives, and the Nevada State Education Association, are working with us to create a successful program. In the coming days, we will be collaborating on ways to provide stricter guidelines on how the program will be carried out and who will make these important decisions. These groups are doing this work with the understanding that the leadership of our schools must be held accountable for the success or failure of their schools. There must be ramifications if a school does not succeed, and, if it is warranted, leadership should change under this new system.

As I mentioned in January, the $100 million in my budget will give our K-6 schools the tools they need to improve. It gives the school improvement plans meaning, and it is truly the best hope our children have for success. This fund must remain focused on helping our troubled schools, and it should not be carved up for other uses. If we do not earmark this funding for this purpose, I truly believe we will be doing a grave disservice to our public school system. The principals, parents and teachers in our schools know best what they need to succeed, and we have made our expectations clear. Now we must fund the tools they have identified and encourage the innovation that will help all of our students meet the challenges of an increasingly complex and challenging world.

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

Kenny Guinn, 67, 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 47 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.

Sunday, April 17, 2005
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

FIRST 100 DAYS AS MINORITY LEADER: Reid steps up to challenge Nevadan finds role as top Democrat in the Senate far different from being No. 2
By TONY BATT
STEPHENS WASHINGTON BUREAU

Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev., glances at the U.S. Capitol after meeting with Vice President Dick Cheney on March 3. The Senate minority leader is provided a driver and security detail.

U.S. Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid, right, talks with his Republican counterpart, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, R-Tenn., during the Congressional Gold Medal ceremony honoring Jackie Robinsonin the Capitol Rotunda.

Sen. Harry Reid confers with Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., during a Democratic news conference on President Bush's Social Security reform proposals.

A portrait of President John F. Kennedy hangs on a conference room wall where Sen. Harry Reid was interviewed by CNN on March 3. Reid started a Kennedy for President group while he was a student in college.

Sen. Harry Reid puts a log in the fireplace in his office in the Capitol. Reid's office is across the hall from the Senate chambers.

Sen. Harry Reid listens to Jeff Bezos, chief executive officer of Amazon.com, in his office. Amazon has a warehouse in Fernley.

Sens. John Ensign, R-Nev., and Harry Reid, D-Nev., participate in a "Welcome to Washington" event in the Capitol. "Our staffs work very closely," said Reid. "If they don't they are gone."

Sen. Harry Reid's photo, bottom right, is among framed portraits of United States Senate Democratic floor leaders from the past 80 years

Sen. Harry Reid prepares for an interview March 3 with CNN "Inside Politics" host Judy Woodruff. In the talk, he called Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan "one of the biggest political hacks we have in Washington."

After working nearly 12 hours and fighting a cold, Sen. Harry Reid arrives home to his wife, Landra. The two have been married since 1959.

Photos by Jeff Scheid.
WASHINGTON

It's been almost 100 days since Sen. Harry Reid was sworn in as the 11th Democratic leader of the United States Senate, and he compares the experience to his days as a trial lawyer in Nevada.

"I've always worked hard, but the intensity of the work is a little more pronounced," Reid said. "This is kind of like when I used to try cases. ... It's always the last day of the trial here."

After serving six years as Democratic whip, Reid moved up to leader when Sen. Tom Daschle, D-S.D., lost his bid for re-election in November.

Reid, 65, has discovered the two jobs are not similar.

"It's just totally different," he said. "When I was whip, people listened to me a little bit, but not very much. And here, you know ... anything you say, people analyze it."

Going from whip to Democratic leader is like leaving the House to serve in the Senate, Reid said.

"In the House (where he served from 1983 through 1986), you know the committees were big and you could really afford to be a little bit ill prepared," Reid said. "And no one ever listened to anything you said. ... There's more attention on what I do and say here."

Senate Democrats did not begin electing leaders until 1920. Republicans followed suit in 1925.

"Prior to that, senators with strong personalities like Henry Clay of Kentucky and Daniel Webster of Massachusetts emerged as party leaders," said Betty Koed, assistant Senate historian. "Then leaders evolved into senators representing powerful sectional interests like industry or farmers. In the 1920s, the position of leader began to shift to represent party interests rather than regions."

Since arriving in the Senate in 1987, Reid has worked with three Democratic leaders: Robert Byrd of West Virginia, George Mitchell of Maine and Daschle.

Byrd remains a master of Senate procedures, and Reid has sought to emulate his example. Although he liked and respected Mitchell, Reid said, "I found George to be kind of a loner. I try not to be that." Reid describes Daschle, for whom he served as second in command, as a close friend.

But of all his predecessors, Reid singles out Sen. Mike Mansfield, D-Mont., as the leader he most admires. Mansfield succeeded Lyndon Johnson of Texas in 1961 and served until 1977, the longest term of any Senate leader, Republican or Democrat.

Reid did not serve with Mansfield, but got to know him at Senate prayer breakfasts Mansfield attended until shortly before his death in 2001 at the age of 98.

"He was somebody who everyone had respect for. He was very, very fair," Reid said. "He came from a small, sparsely populated state like Nevada and (represented) mining interests."

Stuart Rothenberg, a Washington political analyst, said it is too early to assess Reid's performance as Senate Democratic leader.

But so far, Rothenberg said, Reid is "doing OK" primarily because President Bush is struggling with his second term agenda.

"I haven't noticed any major blunders, and he's holding Democrats together," Rothenberg said of Reid. "He responded to Republican attacks that sought to demonize him early on."

Norman Ornstein, a resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, said Reid has made his transition from whip to leader more difficult by criticizing Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan.

"But those were minor bumps in the road," Ornstein said. "In general, if you look at the Democrats today, they're pretty much united.

"Reid also has developed some close relationships with Republicans, but there is a steel to him. He is well suited to be the minority leader at this time."

Reid is tight-lipped about Bush, but says he has developed a warm and personal relationship with Vice President Dick Cheney, with whom he has met several times at the White House.

"If I have a real problem (with the White House) that's who I go to," Reid said of Cheney. "I call (White House chief of staff) Andy Card once in awhile. I call (White House political adviser) Karl Rove when I need to. ... They always return my calls, but I try not to bother them until it's something important."

Reid describes Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, R-Tenn., as "really a nice man."

"He's here for the right reasons," Reid said. "I wish his (Republican) caucus were a little more united. He'd be even easier to work with. He has so much trouble with his caucus that I don't have."

Frist also has the one job Reid still aspires to: Senate majority leader.

"That would be real nice," Reid said.

We are pleased to post the following information for our Nevadans:

May 2nd Proclaimed Law Day*2

The Nevada Supreme Court has proclaimed May 2 to be Law Day, with a theme of �The American Jury: We the People in Action,� Chief Justice Nancy Becker announced Wednesday.

The proclamation also declares the week of May 2-6 to be Jury Appreciation Week. During the week, courts around the state will be celebrating the participation of citizens in the jury process.

�This will be a special Law Day for Nevada because the state has been recognized and praised by American Bar Association President Robert Grey Jr. for its recent jury service improvements and reforms,� Chief Justice Becker said.

�Jury service is not only a responsibility of citizenship, but also a privilege,� she said. �It is a cornerstone of our democracy. Those citizens who give their time to make the system work deserve our thanks.�

�We encourage all Nevadans to answer the call to jury service when they are summoned,� Chief Justice Becker said. �It is a patriotic act and a rewarding experience.�

�We in the judiciary have worked very hard over the past few years to make jury service easier and more meaningful,� Chief Justice Becker said. �New court rules have been passed and more will be passed in upcoming months to give jurors a more active role in the court process.�*3 ...........
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*1. PAI of WBTI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute.
*2. The Supreme Court of Nevada. 'A Press Release,' "A search about Justice Nancy Becker on Google.com," (April 16, 2005), U. S. A.: Google.com.
*3. Ibid.

It is our pleasure to post the following information for community service:

Dear Friend:

We are proud to serve as Co-chairs for the Paradise Democratic Club�s �Outstanding Democrat of the Year� 2004 Champagne Reception honoring our dear friend, U.S. Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid. This year�s event will be Monday May 2, 2005 at Bally�s hotel in the Grand Ball Room 6:30 to 8:45 PM (cocktails and complementary photos with the Senator at 6:30 with the program starting at 7:30). Please consider sponsoring this event by purchasing a table of 10 for $350 or individual tickets may be purchased for $35 each.*1

As a lasting tribute to Harry, we will produce a commemorative journal. To make the evening a success, we need your support. Please also consider purchasing an ad in the journal. The Paradise Democratic Club [of Las Vegas] (PDCLV) uses proceeds from the sale of these ads to assist Democratic candidates.*2

We are anxious to make this event special for Harry, because of his beliefs in the ideals and principals of the Democratic Party and because he has always been there for us. If you have any questions, please call John Ponticello*3 at 363-2456 or Gary Hallmark at 871-1835.
Sincerely,

Richard Bryan
U.S. Senator

Oscar B Goodman Mayor, Las Vegas

Rory Reid
County Commission Chair

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Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip: ___________________________---_______________________________________________________

Phone:_________________________ Email address:___________________________________________

___ Co-sponsorship $700 full page ad & table of 10
___ Co-sponsorship $350 table for 10
___ Individual Tickets $35 each ____ total

AD RATES
____Full page plus table for 10 $700 ____ Half page 5"x 8" $200
____Half page plus table for 10 $550 ____ Quarter page 4"x 5� $125
____Full page 8"x 10" $350 ____ Business card $60

____Ad copy (camera ready) ____Ad copy enclosed (tell us what you want to say and we will do it for you)

Enclosed is my check for $________

Please make checks payable to �Paradise Democratic Club� and mail with this form to:
John Ponticello, 7744 Rockfield Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89128 - 363-2456 phone/fax - jpontic177@aol.com
Please remember this is a champagne reception, not a dinner

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References

*1. The Paradise Democratic Club. '�OUTSTANDING DEMOCRAT OF THE YEAR� 2004
U.S. SENATE MINORITY LEADER HARRY REID,' "An e-mail from President John Ponticello of the Paradise Democratic Club to Dr. Tony Lei," (April 15, 2005), Las Vegas, Nevada: PDCLV.
*2. Ibid.
*3. Mr. John Ponticello is the President of Paradise Democratic Club of Las Vegas (PDCLV).

The following is a Press Release from the 21 Century U. S. Secreatary of Labor. It is our pleasure to post it:

On May 3, 2005, U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao, in partnership with the Office of Personnel Management, will host the fourth annual Asian Pacific American Federal Career Advancement Summit at the Washington DC Convention Center. The Summit, the first of its kind, was developed in 2002 to address the shortage of Asian Pacific Americans in senior executive and management positions in the federal government. The Summit focuses on providing management insights, skills training and other career opportunities to help Asian Pacific American government employees maximize their potential.*2

"The goal in starting this historic, first-time ever training program for Asian Pacific American career government employees, is to help them acquire the skill sets that will increase their chances of advancement in the federal sector," Chao said.

The U.S. Department of Labor is once again partnering with the Federal Asian Pacific American Council and federal agencies to offer expanded programming and training workshops and to reach a broader audience. The Summit reflects Secretary Elaine L. Chao's commitment to enhancing the Department of Labor's community outreach and career development initiatives.

Please note that the 2005 Summit will include two features that require separate online registration. Executive Coaching and the ECQ Workshop are available on a limited basis only. Online registration for these features will open April 1st. You must have previously completed the general online registration for the Summit in order to register for Executive Coaching or the ECQ Workshop.*3

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*1. PAI of WBTI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. U. S. Department of Labor. 'The fourth annual Asian Pacific American Federal Career Advancement Summit,' " A search of U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao on the Google.com," (April 15, 2005), U. S. A.: Google.com.
*3. Ibid.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 15, 2005 Contact Greg Bortolin or John Trent
775-684-5670

CARSON CITY � Gov. Kenny Guinn today announced that the new Conservation and Natural Resources building, currently under construction in Carson City, will be named in honor of Sen. Richard Bryan.

�Richard Bryan�s career in the service of the people of Nevada is unparalleled,� Gov. Guinn said. �As a member of the Nevada Legislature, as Attorney General, as Governor, as a United States Senator, he has been among the preeminent and influential figures in the history of the state. Although Dick would be hesitant to describe himself this way, he truly is a larger-than-life figure. His career has been characterized by great intelligence, great accomplishment and great love for this great state. His record on behalf of Nevada�s natural resources is well-chronicled, and it is entirely fitting that his name will be forever associated with this new, important, state-of-the-art building.�

In a distinguished political career spanning nearly four decades, Bryan has been known as a man of high integrity and as an astute student of the history of each post he ever held. He has advocated for the safety of consumers, fought for stringent ethical standards for public servants and has always been a strong supporter of issues concerning conservation and natural resources.

The new 130,000-square-foot building, five stories tall and designed to house the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, will be completed later this spring. A special dedication ceremony honoring Sen. Bryan will be scheduled shortly thereafter.

Tenants for the Department will include the Divisions of Water Resources, Environmental Protection, State Lands and State Parks, as well as the Natural Heritage Program and the Director�s Office. Currently, Conservation and Natural Resources is housed in seven locations throughout Carson City. The new building, the first to be constructed under the state�s lease-purchase arrangement, will be home to about 475 employees.

�The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is looking forward to moving into this beautiful, modern and efficient building,� said Director Allen Biaggi, who noted that it is being built with a number of energy efficient features. �We are especially proud and honored to be able to work in a building named after Senator Bryan, who has long been a champion of Nevada�s natural resources. His legacy will be an inspiration to all who work in and visit the building.�

Following graduation from the University of Nevada and the University of California, Hastings School of Law, Bryan was Deputy District Attorney for Clark County in 1964. In 1966, he was named Clark County�s first Public Defender. He was elected to the Nevada State Assembly in 1968 and re-elected in 1970, then was elected to the Nevada State Senate in 1972, earning re-election in 1976. Bryan won his first statewide race for public office in 1978, when he was elected Attorney General.

Bryan was elected to the first of two terms as Governor of the State of Nevada in 1982; in 1988, he was elected to the first of two terms as United States Senator. As a member of the United States Senate, he was the only Senator to sit on the committees of Finance, Banking and Commerce. Although he faced easy re-election for a third term, Bryan opted instead to retire from the Senate in 2000. Praise on editorial pages throughout Nevada for his career at the time of his retirement was universal. Bryan has since become a partner in the prestigious Nevada law firm of Lionel Sawyer & Collins.

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

OCA KFC Essay Contest Deadline will be on April 25, 2005. OCA is the initial of Organization of Chinese Americans. The following is an e-mail from them to Dr. Tony Lei:

From: OCA National Office [oca@ocanatl.org]
Wed, 13 Apr 2005 03:20:37 -0400
Subject: OCA KFC Essay Contest Deadline April 25, 2005

OCA KFC ESSAY CONTEST

DEADLINE: April 25, 2005

The Organization of Chinese Americans, a national civil rights organization with over 80 chapters and affiliates across the country, is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for the OCA-KFC National Essay Contest. Three winners will be selected by a national committee. With sponsorship from KFC, this year�s awards are: $1000 for first place, $500 for second place, and $300 for third place.

Deadline: All materials must be postmarked on or before April 25, 2005. All Asian Pacific American students between the grades 9-12 are eligible.

Essay Question:

"Your United States Senator has asked you to suggest to him/her an idea for a bill pertaining to Asian Americans and civil rights. What would you like to propose to your Senator and why?"

Application:

Applications may also be found online at www.ocanatl.org .

Please complete and submit the application form.

Submit essay in English, typed, double-spaced, approximately 800 to 1,000 words on 8 1/2" x 11" white paper.

Send 5 copies. Please place name, address, and phone number on all pages. Photocopied applications are accepted.

OCA recommends that the student keep a copy of the application for his or her records. Please address your envelope to:

OCA-KFC 2005 Essay Contest
1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW #601
Washington, DC 20036

Judging Criteria

Theme and Content 50% - relevance and insight into the essay topic, validity of ideas, and thoroughness of presentation

Organization and Development 20% - clear and logical development of essay

Grammar and Mechanics 20% Style 10% - effectiveness and flow of writing.

About KFC Corporation: Based in Louisville, Kentucky, KFC is the world's most popular chicken restaurant chain, specializing in Original Recipe�, Extra Crispy�, Twister� and Colonel's Crispy Strips� chicken with homestyle sides. KFC has more than 11,000 restaurants in more than 80 countries and territories around the world. For more information on KFC Corporation, please visit www.kfc.com.

For more information on the essay contest and application, interested students may go to OCA�s website at www.ocanatl.org

"Judge Walsh will be very pleased to attend as your Special Guest at the dinner on April 24. She will be bringing her judicial assistant and courtroom deputy with her. Thank you so very much. Let me know if you
need anything else," wrote District Judge of Nevada Jessie Walsh's Judicial Exec. Assistant Jeri Winter an e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei.*2

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Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI)
http://communitylink.reviewjournal.com/lvrj/wbti

Dear District Judge Walsh,

Dr. Tony T. Lei, President of Washington Business and
Technology Institute (WBTI) and Dr. Jasmine Brooks,
President of Asian America Republican Coalition of
Nevada - Clark County Chapter (AARCN-CC)

request the honor of your presence
as a Special Guest
at the Event and Dinner Party for
1st installation of the Board of Directors and
Executive Officers of AARCN-CC

sponsored by AARCN-CC, and co-sponsored by WBTI, among
others

on Sunday, the Twenty Fourth of April, 2005
at La Chateau
6985 W. Sahara Avenue, Suite 100-102, Las Vegas,
Nevada 89117
from 6:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. (You may present just at
the dinner party.)

U. S. Senator John Ensign will install the directors
and officers. U. S. Congressman Jim Gibbons will be
the Kenote Speaker.*4
Participants: About 500 people
Attire: Business

RSVP: Please e-mail Dr. Tony Lei at tojulei@yahoo.com.
Or please call Judy for RSVP at 255-9058 on or before
Friday, April 7, 2005.

Dr. Jasmine Brooks, the President of Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada-Clark County Chapter (AARCN-CC), held a General Meeting on April 9, 2005 in Las Vegas. Dr. Frances Ridgley, Mr. Mike Vaswani, Ms. Julie Chen Hereford, Ms. Hui-lim Ang, Ms. Wendy Warcup (Mrs. Stevan Warcup), Miss Jasmine Guo, Mr. Travis Lu, Miss Mae Cruz, Miss Kamal Asnani, Miss Cassandra Cheung, Mrs. Judy Lei, Dr. Tony Lei, among others attended the meeting.

"I'm glad to learn from Dr. Tony Lei that 'Our invitations to high-ranking officials*5 are in progress successfully. Clark County Commissioner Lynette McDonald*6 will be glad to attend with her secretary. District Judge of the Family Court Sandra Pomrenze is so happy to be inviteted by us and will certaily to come. Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber was unavailble at the beginging. In order to support us with emthusiasm, she changed her mind to take the 10:00 p.m. flight (from 6:00 p.m. 3/24/05) for the assembly meetings starting from 8:00 a.m. on April 25, 2005 in Reno. She will be with us happily untill 8:00 p.m. to the airport.' Thanks very much to Dr. Tony Lei's effort and hard work," pointed out Dr. Jasmine Brooks in the Executive Meeting on.*7

On March 21, 2005, Justice of the Supreme Court Michael Douglas wrote an e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei that "Dear Dr. Lei: Sorry, I will be in Hawaii on vacation from the 4/22 - 4/29. Justice Michael Douglas" On April 1, 2005, Justice Michael Douglas promised Dr. Tony Lei through the phone to write a constructive Greetings Letter for the Officers Induction Ball and Dinner Party of The Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada-Clark County Chapter on April 24, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada.*8

Dr. Brooks told the members who attended the General Meeting that a nice invitation card has been designed and printed together with a card with our Missions.

Dr. Brooks reported that our Chairperson of the Fundraising Committe, Ms. Hui-lim Ang, has had a good work performance in having about 11 contributions and donations from individuals and companies already. She is going to get 15 or more of them.

Dr. Jasmine Brooks was pleased to tell the participants of Meeting that one of her relatives has donated $1,000.00 to this coming Event and Party.

During the meeting, Ms. Mae Cruz was elected as the Secretary and Ms. Cassandra Cheung the Assistant Secretary. Ms. Julie Hereford was named as the Chairperson of Membership Committee; Miss Jasmine Guo was assigned to be the Treasurer.

"I was very pleased and excited to find my name and our Asian America Republican Coalition of Nevada - Clark County Chapter on Google.com the other day. Feature articles about our Coalition are impressive. It's our pleasure to have Dr. Tony Lei's effort and wisdom as our Advisor and Chairman of the Media and Publicity Committee through his professionalism and integrity," Dr. Jasmine Brooks announced enthusiastically to the General Meeting on April 9, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Meaningful dicussions and suggestions were full during the meeting. With democratic style of leadership in proceeding the meeting, President Dr. Jasmine Brooks held the General Meeting systimatically and fruitfully again. "Nothing good or great can be done in the absence of enthusiasm," pointed out Tom Peters.*9 Enthusiasm is important, especially very important to many things in our lives. A lot of people are contributing efforts to bring this coming Event and Party of AARCN-CC a success through the leading skills of its President, Dr. Jasmine Brooks.

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References

*1. PAI of WBTI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute.
*2. Walsh, Jessie; and Winter, Jeri. 'Judge Walsh will be very pleased to attend,' "An E-mail from Judge Jessie Walsh's Judicial Exec. Assistant Miss Jeri Winter to Dr. Tony Lei," (April 4, 2005), Las Vegas, Nevada: Dept. 10 of Nevada District Court.
*3. 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.
*4. Brooks, Jasmine. 'General Meeting,' "An e-mail from Dr. Jasmine Brooks to Dr. Tony Lei," (March 26, 2005), Las Vegas, Nevada: AARCN-CC.
*5. Young, Bill; Walsh, Jessie, Chang, Tiffany. 'Lynette McDonald has been appointed Adjunct Assistant Professor of GSBPA by WBTI,' "A search about Dr. John Wang on Google.com," (February 4, 2004), U. S. A.: Google.com.
*6. McDonald, Lynette. 'It's my pleasure to attend,' "An e-mail from Commissioner Lynette McDonald's Secretary Miss Judi O'Leary to Dr. Tony Lei," (March , 2005), Las Vegas, Nevada: Office of the Clark County Commission.
*7. Chang, Tiffany. 'Asians in America---We�re the fastest growing ethnic Americans!' "A search of AARCN-CC and Dr. Jasmine Brooks on the Google.com," (March 26, 2005), U. S. A.: Google.com.
*8. Douglas, Michael. 'I'll write you a Greetings,' "A search on Gogle.com about Justice of the Supreme Court Michael Douglas," (April 5, 2005), U. S. A.: google.com.
*9. Chang. Tiffang; and PAI of WBTI. 'Enthusiasm is a very beautiful word.' "A search of 'enthusiasm is a very beautiful word,' on the Google.com," (April 3, 2005), U. S. A.: Google.com.

Asian American Republican Coalition (AARCN) of Clark County will hold a Gala Ball for the Induction of their officers on April 24, 2005. The event will begin at 5pm, Sunday afternoon at La Chateaux, 6985 W. Sahara Ave. Many State and county officials had been invited. There also will be executives from National Asian American Republican Coalition coming from Washington D.C. and other states to attend this event. Event schedule will include Induction Ceremony, Speeches given by important guests, Dinner and Dance, Silent Auctions etc. AARCN welcome all Asian Americans and their friends and families to join and help to celebrate their first official gala.

AARCN-Clark County was established in December, 2004. It's mission is to establish a Republican Coalition to address and discuss issues that are prevalent and specific to the Asian Community and Culture in our own communities here in Clark County. This coalition will work closely with the Clark County Republican Central Committee, Nevada Republican Party as well as National Asian American Republican Coalition to meet the goals of its Missions.

Judge Walsh will be very pleased to attend as your Special Guest at the dinner on April 24. She will be bringing her judicial (exec.) assistant (Jeri Winter) and courtroom deputy (Matt Diamond) with her. Thank you so very much. Let me know if you need anything else," wrote District Judge of Nevada Jessie Walsh's Judicial Exec. Assistant Jeri Winter an e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei.

"I'm glad to learn from Dr. Tony Lei that 'Our invitations to high-ranking officials are in progress successfully. Clark County Commissioner Lynette McDonald will be glad to attend with her Director Sarah Nelson. District Judge of the Family Court Sandra Pomrenze is so happy to be inviteted by us and will certaily to come. Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber was unavailble at the beginging. In order to support us with emthusiasm, she changed her mind to take the 10:00 p.m. flight (from 6:00 p.m. 3/24/05) for the assembly meetings starting from 8:00 a.m. on April 25, 2005 in Reno. She will be with us happily untill 8:00 p.m. to the airport.' Thanks very much to Dr. Tony Lei's effort and hard work," pointed out Dr. Jasmine Brooks in the Executive Meeting on March 31, 2005.

On March 21, 2005, Justice of the Supreme Court Michael Douglas wrote an e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei that "Dear Dr. Lei: Sorry, I will be in Hawaii on vacation from the 4/22 - 4/29. Justice Michael Douglas" On April 1, 2005, Justice Michael Douglas promised Dr. Tony Lei through the phone to write a constructive Greetings Letter for the Officers Induction Ball and Dinner Party of The Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada-Clark County Chapter on April 24, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Dr. Jasmine Brooks, the President of Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada-Clark County Chapter (AARCN-CC), held a General Meeting on April 9, 2005 in Las Vegas. Dr. Frances Ridgley, Ms. Julie Chen Hereford, Ms. Hui-lim Ang, Ms. Wendy Warcup (Mrs. Stevan Warcup), Miss Jasmine Guo, Mr. Travis Lu, Miss Mae Cruz, Miss Kamal Asnani, Miss Cassandra Cheung, Mrs. Judy Lei, Dr. Tony Lei, among others attended the meeting.

Dr. Brooks told the members who attended the General Meeting again that a nice invitation card has been designed and printed together with a card with our Missions. A sample of the invitation card is in the following:

The Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada
Clark County Chapter

requests the pleasure of your company at the
Officers Induction Ball
Sunday, the twenty fourth of April
Two thousand and five
at five thirty in the evening
Dinner served at six thirty

in Wellington Place
Las Vegas, Nevada
6985 W. Sahara Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89117

$35.00 per person.
Business Casual
(702)493-3330
(702)303-8237

Please respond by April 16, 2005 to e-mail at tojulei@yahoo.com or call Judy at 255-9058. Thank you.
M________________________________
Number of persons________________
Amount enclosed__________________

Check made payable to:
Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada-Clark County

Dr. Brooks reported that our Chairperson of the Fundraising Committe, Ms. Hui-lim Ang, has had a good work performance in having about 11 contributions and donations from individuals and companies already. She is going to get 15 or more of them.

Dr. Jasmine Brooks was pleased to tell the participants of Meeting that one of her relatives has donated $1,000.00 to this coming Event and Party.

Enthusiastic dicussions and suggestions were full during the meeting. With democratic style of leadership in proceeding the meeting, President Dr. Jasmine Brooks held the General Meeting systimatically and fruitfully again on April 9, 2005 in Las Vegas.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 6, 2005 Contact Greg Bortolin or John Trent
775-684-5670

CARSON CITY � Gov. Kenny Guinn today signed into law Assembly Bill 489, which places a 3 percent cap on property tax increases for most Nevada homeowners, and an 8 percent cap on tax bill increases for the state�s business owners.

�The people of Nevada called for immediate property tax relief, and the members of both houses of the Legislature did an excellent job of answering that call,� Gov. Guinn said. �There were a number of plans presented, all with different merits, but the bill I signed today should provide the most equitable and fair relief for the property owners of Nevada. This is an historic day for Nevada.�

Gov. Guinn noted that he was pleased that the Legislature met its self-imposed deadline of March 31. He said the bill signing would provide immediate relief for Nevada property owners on their next tax bills.

�The impact of rising property taxes on our local governments would have a negative impact,� he said. �This bill will allow our local governments to continue to function as they always have, and will, of course, lessen the tax burden felt by property owners. Members of the Senate and the Assembly did a good job of weighing these factors very fairly. This was one of the most pressing issues of the 2005 session, an issue that I spotlighted during my State of the State Address in January.

�I asked our Senate and Assembly to attack this issue early on in the session to find a fair and equitable solution to this problem, and, for the benefit of the people, they did just that. They came up with the fairest compromise to meet the challenge.�

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

Dear U. S. Senator Honorable John Ensign,

Dr. Tony T. Lei, President of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) and Dr. Jasmine Brooks, President of Asian America Republican Coalition of Nevada - Clark County Chapter (AARCN-CC)

request the honor of your presence
as a Guest of Honor and Inductor
at the Event and Dinner Party for
1st installation of the Board of Directors and Executive Officers of AARCN-CC

sponsored by AARCN-CC, and co-sponsored by WBTI, among others

on Sunday, the Twenty Fourth of April, 2005
at La Chateau
6985 W. Sahara Avenue, Suite 100-102, Las Vegas, Nevada 89117
from 6:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. (You may present just at the dinner party.)

U. S. Senator John Ensign will install the directors and officers. U. S. Congressman Jim Gibbons will be the Kenote Speaker.
Participants: About 500 people
Attire: Business

RSVP: Please e-mail Dr. Tony Lei at tojulei@yahoo.com. Or please call Judy for RSVP at 255-9058 on or before Friday, April 7, 2005.

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"Judge Walsh will be very pleased to attend as your Special Guest at the dinner on April 24. She will be bringing her judicial assistant and courtroom deputy with her. Thank you so very much. Let me know if you
need anything else," wrote District Judge of Nevada Jessie Walsh's Judicial Exec. Assistant Jeri Winter an e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei.*2

"I'm glad to learn from Dr. Tony Lei that 'Our invitations to high-ranking officials*5 are in progress successfully. Clark County Commissioner Lynette McDonald*6 will be glad to attend with her secretary. District Judge of the Family Court Sandra Pomrenze is so happy to be inviteted by us and will certaily to come. Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber was unavailble at the beginging. In order to support us with emthusiasm, she changed her mind to take the 10:00 p.m. flight (from 6:00 p.m. 3/24/05) for the assembly meetings starting from 8:00 a.m. on April 25, 2005 in Reno. She will be with us happily untill 8:00 p.m. to the airport.' Thanks very much to Dr. Tony Lei's effort and hard work," pointed out Dr. Jasmine Brooks in the Meeting.*7

On March 21, 2005, Justice of the Supreme Court Michael Douglas wrote an e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei that "Dear Dr. Lei: Sorry, I will be in Hawaii on vacation from the 4/22 - 4/29. Justice Michael Douglas" On April 1, 2005, Justice Michael Douglas promised Dr. Tony Lei through the phone to write a significant Greetings Letter for the Officers Induction Ball and Dinner Party of The Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada-Clark County Chapter on April 24, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada.*8

*****Fore more details, please have
your Assistant click on the section of
"Asian America Republican Coalition of Nevada"
at: http://communitylink.reviewjournal.com/lvrj/wbti

Sincerely,

Dear Nevada Governor Honorable Kenny Guinn,

Dr. Tony T. Lei, Advisor of Taiwan Benevolent Association of Las Vegas [President of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI)], Mrs. Wendy Wu, Chairperson of Taiwan Benevolent Association of America (TBAA), Miss Sue Phelps, President of Taiwan Benevolent Association of Las Vegas, Mr. Lo-Yu Sun, Board Advisor of TBAA, and Ms. Hui-Ching Chen, Director of Secretary Division of TBAA

request the honor of your presence
as a Kenote Speaker (for short speech) and/or as a grantor of Greetings Letter*1
at the Opening Ceremony of 28th Annual Convention of Taiwan Benevolent Association of America (TBAA)

on Saturday, the Thirty of July, 2005
at the Paris Hotel and Casino
3655, Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Participants: About 500 people.
Attire: Business

RSVP: Please e-mail Dr. Tony Lei at tojulei@yahoo.com.
Or please call Judy for RSVP at 255-9058 on or before Friday, April 22, 2005.

*1. We received Greetings Letters from U. S. President George Bush, U. S. Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao, California Governor Gray Davis, U. S. Senator Barbara Boxer, U. S. Congressman Pete Stark, City Mayor of Sunnyvale Julia Miller, among others for the 26th Annual Convention of Taiwan Benevolent Association of America (TBAA) in 2003.

*****The Taiwan Benevolent Association of America (TBAA) will hold its 28th Annual Conference in Las Vegas Nevada from July 29, 2005 to July 31, 2005 at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel (3655 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109). Our theme for this year is the Future Development of TBAA, a topic that reflects our commitment to pass on our traditions and legacies to Taiwanese Americans in the United States. We would be very honored if you would join us at the Opening Ceremony on July 30, 2005 from 10:00am to 12:00pm.

As the largest civic organization representing U.S. immigrants from Taiwan, the TBAA currently has approximately 15 chapters and 30,000 active members nationwide. Our members are concerned about the new developments in Cross-Strait Relations, the U.S China Relationship and the Asian Economy. They are increasely focused on working with the mainstream of American society on these and other issues. Your participation would greatly inspire us as we move forward to achieve our goal.

Thank you for your kind attention and we look forward to hearing from you very soon.

Sincerely yours,

Wendy Yu-ping Wu
Chairman, TBAA Convention Committee
Sue Phelps
Chairman of T.B.A.A.-L.V.
Lo-Yu Sun
Board Advisor
Hui-Ching Chen
Director of Secretary Division

***Although we have sent out just a few invitations at the time being, but the responses from them are enthusiastic. Nevada Clark County Commissioner Lynette McDonald will be very pleased to attend. She will also present us the Proclamation of Clark County Commission. Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber felt honored to be invited by us. She will attend ours with great pleasure. Justice of the Supreme Court Michael Douglas will be in Hawaii, but he promised to grant us a significant Greetings Letter. Regional Representative Liane Lee is collecting detail information about TBAA, TBALV, and their leaders from Dr. Tony Lei for U. S. Senator Honorable Harry Reid to write a Greetings Letter for our 28th Annual Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada from July 29, 2005 to July 31, 2005 at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel. ............

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 5, 2005 Contact Greg Bortolin or John Trent 775-684-567

CARSON CITY � Gov. Kenny Guinn announced today that he has declared Friday, April 8, as a day to honor the memory of Pope John Paul II, who died on Saturday at age 84.

�If there is one lesson to be taken from the extraordinary life of Pope John Paul II, it is his message of hope for the world and toleration of all people,� Gov. Guinn said. �It is a message that all faiths and all people should hold near and dear to their hearts.

�Even in his waning days, there was no denying Pope John Paul II�s eternal vigor, and his eternal strength. He truly was a man of love, hope and forgiveness. The world will forever miss his calm, his steady strength, and his guidance. On Friday, it is my hope that all Nevadans, no matter what their religious orientation might be, will take a moment to remember one of the truly memorable figures in modern history.�

Below is text from the Governor�s Proclamation declaring Friday, April 8, 2005 as a day to honor the memory of Pope John Paul II:

WHEREAS, His Holiness Pope John Paul II will be laid to rest Friday April 8, 2005 beneath the Vatican Grotto alongside scores of his predecessors; and

WHEREAS, Pope John Paul II will forever be remembered as one of the greatest figures in the history of the Catholic Church for his tireless efforts to bring peace and harmony to all mankind; and

WHEREAS, His Holiness strived endlessly, traveling to the far corners of the earth, to impart a message of love, forgiveness and tolerance to all the world; and

WHEREAS, the Supreme Pontiff served as a spiritual and religious icon to many, and as a moral compass and champion of human rights for all; and

WHEREAS, this man from Krakow, shaped by his early years in Poland, used his faith in God and unwavering belief in the inherent rights of man to vehemently oppose the oppression of the communist regime in Europe and helped to launch a democratic revolution that forever changed the course of history; and

WHEREAS, even in his final years, Pope John Paul II served as a shining example to us all, drawing the daily courage to persevere in the face of debilitating illness, all the while exuding the eternal strength and vigor which characterized his historic Papacy; and

WHEREAS, the State of Nevada proudly honors the vast contributions of this uncommon man with uncommon virtues, a man whose life touched so many, a man of love, hope and forgiveness;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, KENNY C. GUINN, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEVADA, do hereby proclaim Friday April 8, 2005 as a day in honor of the memory of
HIS HOLINESS POPE JOHN PAUL II

"Judge Walsh will be very pleased to attend as your Special Guest at the dinner on April 24. She will be bringing her judicial assistant and courtroom deputy with her. Thank you so very much. Let me know if you
need anything else," wrote District Judge of Nevada Jessie Walsh's Judicial Exec. Assistant Jeri Winter an e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei.*2

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Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI)
http://communitylink.reviewjournal.com/lvrj/wbti

Dear District Judge Walsh,

Dr. Tony T. Lei, President of Washington Business and
Technology Institute (WBTI) and Dr. Jasmine Brooks,
President of Asian America Republican Coalition of
Nevada - Clark County Chapter (AARCN-CC)

request the honor of your presence
as a Special Guest
at the Event and Dinner Party for
1st installation of the Board of Directors and
Executive Officers of AARCN-CC

sponsored by AARCN-CC, and co-sponsored by WBTI, among
others

on Sunday, the Twenty Fourth of April, 2005
at La Chateau
6985 W. Sahara Avenue, Suite 100-102, Las Vegas,
Nevada 89117
from 6:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. (You may present just at
the dinner party.)

U. S. Senator John Ensign will install the directors
and officers. U. S. Congressman Jim Gibbons will be
the Kenote Speaker.*4
Participants: About 500 people
Attire: Business

RSVP: Please e-mail Dr. Tony Lei at tojulei@yahoo.com.
Or please call Judy for RSVP at 255-9058 on or before
Friday, April 7, 2005.

Dr. Jasmine Brooks, the President of Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada-Clark County Chapter (AARCN-CC), held a General Meeting on March 31, 2005 in Las Vegas. Miss Dolly DeLeon, Miss Elena Brady, Miss Jasmine Guo, Mr. Edgar Guo, Ms. Julie Chen Hereford, Mrs. Stevan Warcup, Mr. Stevan Warcup, Mr. Travis Lu, Dr. Tony Lei, among others attended the meeting.

"I'm glad to learn from Dr. Tony Lei that 'Our invitations to high-ranking officials*5 are in progress successfully. Clark County Commissioner Lynette McDonald*6 will be glad to attend with her secretary. District Judge of the Family Court Sandra Pomrenze is so happy to be inviteted by us and will certaily to come. Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber was unavailble at the beginging. In order to support us with emthusiasm, she changed her mind to take the 10:00 p.m. flight (from 6:00 p.m. 3/24/05) for the assembly meetings starting from 8:00 a.m. on April 25, 2005 in Reno. She will be with us happily untill 8:00 p.m. to the airport.' Thanks very much to Dr. Tony Lei's effort and hard work," pointed out Dr. Jasmine Brooks in the Meeting.*7

On March 21, 2005, Justice of the Supreme Court Michael Douglas wrote an e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei that "Dear Dr. Lei: Sorry, I will be in Hawaii on vacation from the 4/22 - 4/29. Justice Michael Douglas" On April 1, 2005, Justice Michael Douglas promised Dr. Tony Lei through the phone to write a constructive Greetings Letter for the Officers Induction Ball and Dinner Party of The Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada-Clark County Chapter on April 24, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada.*8

Dr. Brooks told the members who attended the General Meeting that a nice invitation card has been designed and printed together with a card with our Missions.

Dr. Brooks reported that our Chairperson of the Fundraising Committe, Ms. Hui-lim Ang,
did a very good job in having several contributions and donations from individuals and companies already. She is going to get more.

Most of the members of the Meeting recognized 10 or more tickets to sell, which were distributed by its Vice President Mr. Edgar Guo and Miss Jasmine Guo.

Enthusiastic dicussions and suggestions were full during the meeting. With democratic style of leadership in proceeding the meeting, President Dr. Jasmine held the General Meeting systimatically and fruitfully on March 31, 2005 in Las Vegas.*9

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References

*1. PAI of WBTI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute.
*2. Walsh, Jessie; and Winter, Jeri. 'Judge Walsh will be very pleased to attend,' "An E-mail from Judge Jessie Walsh's Judicial Exec. Assistant Miss Jeri Winter to Dr. Tony Lei," (April 4, 2005), Las Vegas, Nevada: Dept. 10 of Nevada District Court.
*3. 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.
*4. Brooks, Jasmine. 'General Meeting,' "An e-mail from Dr. Jasmine Brooks to Dr. Tony Lei," (March 26, 2005), Las Vegas, Nevada: AARCN-CC.
*5. Young, Bill; Walsh, Jessie, Chang, Tiffany. 'Lynette McDonald has been appointed Adjunct Assistant Professor of GSBPA by WBTI,' "A search about Dr. John Wang on Google.com," (February 4, 2004), U. S. A.: Google.com.
*6. McDonald, Lynette. 'It's my pleasure to attend,' "An e-mail from Commissioner Lynette McDonald's Secretary Miss Judi O'Leary to Dr. Tony Lei," (March , 2005), Las Vegas, Nevada: Office of the Clark County Commission.
*7. Chang, Tiffany. 'Asians in America---We�re the fastest growing ethnic Americans!' "A search of AARCN-CC and Dr. Jasmine Brooks on the Google.com," (March 26, 2005), U. S. A.: Google.com.
*8. Douglas, Michael. 'I'll write you a Greetings,' "A search on Gogle.com about Justice of the Supreme Court Michael Douglas," (April 5, 2005), U. S. A.: google.com.
*9. Chang. Tiffang; and PAI of WBTI. 'Enthusiasm is a very beautiful word.'"A search of 'enthusiasm is a very beautiful word,' on the Google.com," (April 3, 2005), U. S. A.: Google.com.

Wednesday, April 06, 2005
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

Kerns re-elected to municipal bench
Harter vows to continue seeking a judgeship
By J.M. KALIL
REVIEW-JOURNAL

Cedric Kerns speaks to supporters Tuesday night at the Golden Nugget. The Municipal Court incumbent was re-elected.
Photo by Ralph Fountain.

Attorney Mat Harter's ninth bid for the bench ended in another defeat Tuesday as Las Vegas Municipal Court Judge Cedric Kerns was re-elected.

Two-term incumbent Kerns garnered 60 percent of the vote compared to Harter's 40 percent in the Department 5 race.

Kerns, a 39-year-old Republican, attributed his victory in the nonpartisan race to his record over the last eight years.

"Voters are aware that we're trying to get tough on DUIs, on domestic violence, so they returned me to the bench," he said.

Although some attorneys use the Municipal Court bench as a springboard to a district judgeship or other higher office, Kerns vowed to serve out his entire six-year term.

"This has just been a tough race. We worked very hard, and it's been draining emotionally," he said. "I'll definitely serve the entire term."

Tuesday's election was Harter's fifth defeat at the polls. He has sought appointment to the bench on four other occasions.

Still, he vowed Tuesday to continue seeking a judgeship.

"This is not going to be the end," the candidate said.

Kerns, who was first elected in 1997, campaigned as an effective force in helping remove repeat offenders from the system through the Habitual Offender Prevention and Education program, known as the HOPE Court.

He touted endorsements from firefighters and the Las Vegas Police Protective Association, the union representing rank-and-file cops.

During the campaign, Harter criticized Kerns for not refusing campaign contributions from strip club owners and for not refusing a recent $11,000-a-year pay increase. The position pays just over $128,000 a year.

But Kerns said topless clubs are legitimate businesses and he saw no problem with accepting their contributions.

Harter attributed his defeat Tuesday to facing someone already on the bench.

Dr. Jasmine Brooks, the President of Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada-Clark County Chapter, held a General Meeting on March 31, 2005 in Las Vegas. Miss Dolly DeLeon, Miss Elena Brady, Miss Jasmine Guo, Mr. Edgar Guo, Ms. Julie Chen Hereford, Mrs. Stevan Warcup, Mr. Stevan Warcup, Mr. Travis Lu, Dr. Tony Lei, among others attended the meeting.

"I'm glad to learn from Dr. Tony Lei that 'Our invitations to high-ranking officials are in progress successfully. Clark County Commissioner Lynette McDonald will be glad to attend with her secretary. District Judge of the Family Court Sandra Pomrenze is so happy to be inviteted by us and will certaily to come. Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber was unavailble at the beginging. In order to support us with emthusiasm, she changed her mind to take the 10:00 p.m. flight (from 6:00 p.m. 3/24/05) for the assembly meetings starting from 8:00 a.m. on April 25, 2005 in Reno. She will be with us happily untill 8:00 p.m. to the airport.' Thanks very much to Dr. Tony Lei's effort and hard work," pointed out Dr. Jasmine Brooks in the Meeting.

On March 21, 2005, Justice of the Supreme Court Michael Douglas wrote an e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei that "Dear Dr. Lei: Sorry, I will be in Hawaii on vacation from the 4/22 - 4/29. Justice Michael Douglas" On April 1, 2005, Justice Michael Douglas promised Dr. Tony Lei through the phone to write a constructive Greetings Letter for the Officers Induction Ball and Dinner Party of The Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada-Clark County Chapter on April 24, 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Dr. Brooks told the members who attended the General Meeting that a nice invitation card has been designed and printed together with a card with our Missions. A sample of the invitation card is in the following:

The Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada
Clark County Chapter

requests the pleasure of your company at the
Officers Induction Ball
Sunday, the twenty fourth of April
Two thousand and five
at five thirty in the evening
Dinner served at six thirty

in Wellington Place
Las Vegas, Nevada
6985 W. Sahara Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89117

$35.00 per person.
Business Casual
(702)493-3330
(702)303-8237

Please respond by April 16, 2005 to e-mail at tojulei@yahoo.com or call Judy at 255-9058. Thank you.
M________________________________
Number of persons________________
Amount enclosed__________________

Check made payable to:
Asian American Republican Coalition of Nevada-Clark County

Dr. Brooks reported that our Chairperson of the Fundraising Committe, Ms. Hui-lim Ang,
did a very good job in having several contributions and donations from individuals and companies already. She is going to get more.

Most of the members of the Meeting recognized 10 or more tickets to sell, which were distributed by its Vice President Mr. Edgar Guo and Miss Jasmine Guo.

Enthusiastic dicussions and suggestions were full during the meeting. With democratic style of leadership in proceeding the meeting, President Dr. Jasmine held the General Meeting systimatically and fruitfully on March 31, 2005 in Las Vegas.

Wednesday, March 30, 2005
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

Gillins, Ross have raised most cash in Ward 6 race
Each has collected about five times as much as any other candidate
By J.M. KALIL
REVIEW-JOURNAL

Mary Gillins (Photo.)
Steve Ross (Photo.)

Two candidates in the race to represent Ward 6 on the Las Vegas City Council each have raised about five times as much money as any of the nine other candidates, campaign reports show.

First-time candidates Mary Gillins, who raised more than $162,000, and Steve Ross, who raised almost $150,000, are far ahead of their opponents leading up to Tuesday's election to represent the northwest valley district, the city's most populous.

Finance reports filed with the city Tuesday cover Jan. 1 through March 24.

Successful collection of campaign contributions often translates into victory at the ballot box because candidates have the ability to send out mailers to residents and print campaign signs.

But occasionally, candidates with little money have overtaken well-financed incumbents, such as when political novice Janet Moncrief ousted Councilman Michael McDonald two years ago.

Gillins, a police union employee who is backed by Sheriff Bill Young and GOP operative Sig Rogich, collected her money from a variety of industries, including gaming companies and builders. Among her largest donors was Republic Services of Southern Nevada with $15,000 and Station Casinos with $10,000.

She has spent about $117,000 of her contributions on consultants, signs, mailers and other campaign expenses.

Ross, an electrical contractor, has spent less than $85,000 of his war chest. Among his largest donors were Station Casinos at $20,000, the campaign arm of County Commissioner Tom Collins with $10,000 and Republic Services, also with $10,000.

The closest candidates behind Gillins and Ross were former Marine Jeff Crisman and Planning Commissioner Byron Goynes, who each took in about $31,000. But Crisman's money included a $30,000 loan the candidate made to his campaign, as well as a $1,000 contribution from his wife.

Much of Goynes' money came from developers. He also received a $1,210 contribution from Vicki Quinn, who unsuccessfully ran for the Ward 1 seat earlier this year.

Among the other candidates:

� Steve "Devil Dog" Sanson collected $23,306.

� Marilyn Rogoff collected $10,081.

� Debbie Kitterman Burgos collected $3,991.

� Gary Ratliff collected $200.

� Troy Bulloch collected $100.

� Anthony "Tony" Salas collected $41.

� Robert Glover collected no contributions.

If any of the 11 candidates garners more than 50 percent of the vote in next week's primary, they are elected outright. Otherwise, the top two vote-getters proceed to the June 7 general election.

Greetings!

The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District will feature free public events again this year that highlight Asian and Pacific Cultures in celebration of Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month throughout the month of May. We invite you to participate with us our largest event, the "Asian Pacific American Culture Fair & Food festival". It will be held on Saturday, April 30th from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Sahara West Library. Over 2500 people are expected to attend the event this year. Confirm your free space or participation by completing the application enclosed and returning it to me by April 1, 2005. We encourage you to feature traditional costumes, foods, crafts and entertainment.*1

Also, if your group or organization is interested in participating in our other two events. (Fashion Dance and Martial Arts Fest), please contact Mary Brown at; (702) 507-3665 or e-mail: Brownm@lccld.org.

Please help us publicize Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and this event to your community, family, friends and associates. We look forward to an enjoyable month of activities as we work together to entertain, inform and celebrate the diversity of our community in Las Vegas.*2

Sincerely,

(Signed by her.)
J. D. Barber
Sahara West Library
Scheduling and Programming Services
9600 W. Sahara Ave.
Las, Vegas, NV 89117
B: (702) 507-3631
B: (702) 507-3672
e-mail: Barberj@lvccld.org

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References

*1. Barber, J. D. 'The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District will feature free public events again this year that highlight Asian and Pacific Cultures.' "A letter from Ms. J. D. Barber to Chinese American Academic Association of Nevada (CAAAN)," (received by CAAAN on march 26, 2005), Las Vegas, Nevada: Sahara West Library.
*2. Ibid.

NEVADA ECONOMY: Weather can't drown sales surge
Taxes ahead of estimates despite January rain, snow
By JOHN G. EDWARDS
REVIEW-JOURNAL

Despite heavy rain and snow, retail sales across Nevada rose 9.4 percent in January to $3.19 billion while Clark County sales jumped an even higher 10.8 percent to $2.4 billion, officials reported Thursday.

For the first seven months of fiscal 2005, Nevada merchants have now sold $24.88 billion in goods for a 14.7 percent increase -- and taxes based on the sales are now $25 million ahead of projections, state Taxation Department officials said.

"Our sales activity was quite remarkable when considering the severe weather that hit our state in January," Gov. Kenny Guinn said in a statement. "This performance while major highways into our states were clogged by snowstorms is yet another indicator of how strong Nevada's economy is and how our state continues to make strides in diversifying itself."

Carole Vilardo, president of the Nevada Taxpayers Association, was more impressed with sales for general merchandise stores, which showed a 10.3 percent increase over the same month last year, the biggest increase of 10 categories of taxable sales.

"That's really quite amazing," Vilardo said. "It just bodes very well for the state." .........................