(Washington, DC -- November 2, 2005) Congresswoman Shelley Berkley (D-NV) today warned that new Republican budget cuts being pushed in Congress will slash funding for services in Nevada like Medicaid, special education and child support collection, while raising fees on student loans.*1

"Republicans claim that these cuts will pay for Hurricane Katrina relief, but, in fact, these dollars will be used to pay for more tax cuts that we cannot afford. The Republican plan actually increases the deficit by more than $100 billion, even as it cuts services vitally important to the families I represent in Las Vegas,� said Berkley.

"One in every five Nevadans lacks health insurance, yet the Republican budget slashes $10 billion from Medicaid. Cutting these funds will impact more than 200,000 children, seniors and disabled in Nevada who rely solely on Medicaid for their health care. This budget also allows Nevada and other states, for the first time, to charge some Medicaid-eligible children premiums and co-payments -- further reducing their access to health care and driving up the cost to their families,� said Berkley.

Shockingly, the Republican budget cuts federal funding for child support enforcement, which will result in a reduction of $180 million in child support collections over the next 10 years, slashing child support payments to single parents who are struggling to provide for their children.

Berkley also expressed concerns about the impact on education in southern Nevada, should the GOP cuts pass. �Republicans claim that their policies leave no child behind, but then they want to slash more than $6.8 million in funding to help disadvantaged students with reading and math, to improve our classrooms, and to fund special education needs in Nevada. If they�re successful, another $2.4 million will be taken from Nevada Head Start programs, denying even more of our children a chance at early education,� said Berkley.

At a time when college tuition continues to skyrocket, Berkley noted that the Republican budget slashes student loans by more than $14 billion - increasing the costs for more than 18,250 student borrowers in Nevada. This includes raising student loan interest rate caps and raising interest rates and fees on student borrowers who consolidate their loans.*2

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References

*1. Berkley, Shelley. 'A press release of Shelley Berkley,' "A search of 'congresswoman shelley berkley' on the Google.com," (November 7, 2005), Mountain View, California: Google.com.
*2. Ibid.

Continuing in her efforts to assess and improve disaster and emergency preparedness in southern Nevada, Congresswoman Shelley Berkley today hosted a closed-door roundtable with more than 45 local first responders, emergency managers and health care providers, at the Foley Federal Building in downtown Las Vegas.*1

�Hurricane Katrina has taught us that no matter how prepared we think our community is for a natural disaster or terrorist incident, more must be done to ensure public safety. Since the terrorist attacks of 9/11, I have been meeting regularly with our police and firefighters in southern Nevada and with the local and state officials who will be at the forefront of responding to any disaster or emergency.*2 (10/11th/2005)

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References

*1. Berkley, Shelley. 'A press release of Shelley Berkley,' "A search of 'congresswoman shelley berkley' on the Google.com," (October 20, 2005), Mountain View, California: Google.com.
*2. Ibid.

(Washington, DC -- October 7, 2005) Congresswoman Shelley Berkley (D-NV) today voted against Republican legislation that fails to protect Nevada families against price gouging, provides costly incentives to oil companies and refiners at a time of record earnings, and does little to address the steep jump in gas prices that have left Las Vegas drivers feeling the pinch at the pump. Despite unanimous Democratic opposition, the GOP bill passed on a party line vote of 212-210. Republican leaders bent House rules to hold the vote open for 45 minutes, rather than the standard 5 minutes, in order to twist the arms needed for their partisan victory.*1

�While Republicans are busy patting themselves on the back for providing oil companies with even more tax breaks, Las Vegas drivers are still struggling with near record gas prices. This bill will not save Nevadans pennies at the pump, but it will boost the bottom line for ExxonMobil and other oil companies already racking up record profits at the expense of consumers,� said Berkley, who pointed to an increase this year of more than 70% in oil company earnings.

Berkley noted that the GOP �GAS� bill fails to give State Attorneys General the ability to enforce the price gouging provisions, does not impose tough new penalties for price gouging and applies only when a national disaster disrupts the energy supply and only in areas hit by that disaster. Berkley did vote in favor of Democratic legislation that would have given the Federal Trace Commission (FTC) explicit authority to combat price gouging, but the package was defeated by Republicans on a party-line vote.

�Rather than creating stiff penalties, the GOP bill does little to protect drivers left at the mercy of rich oil barons and it blocks Nevada's Attorney General from enforcing price gouging provisions. We need strong regulations that will punish those who break the law, not regulations designed to let big oil off the hook when crimes are committed. And the price gouging provisions only apply when and where a natural disaster disrupts energy supplies, even though we know that this rip-off occurs rain or shine,� Berkley said.

According to the National Energy Assistance Survey report, in fiscal year 2005, the typical household spent an average of 14% of their annual income on residential energy. This year, with record high gas prices and no relief in sight, energy bills are expected to increase by approximately 71%. The GOP energy bill passed today will do next to nothing to address this growing burden on Nevada households.

�With oil industry earnings expected to leap 73 percent next quarter, the Republican cronies in the oil and gas industry don�t need a hand out from Congress -- it�s Southern Nevada families who are in need of real relief at the gas pump,� said Berkley.

Berkley is also opposed to provisions in the Republican bill creating a fund to pay oil companies if they are sued, even when they lose in court, and which preempt state and local zoning regulations related to the siting of oil refineries.*2

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*1. Berkley, Shelley. 'A press release of Shelley Berkley,' "A search of 'congresswoman shelley berkley' on the Google.com," (October 9, 2005), Mountain View, California: Google.com.
*2. Ibid.

Dear Tony,

Knowing of your interest in environmental issues and Yucca Mountain in particular, I*1 wanted to make sure you are up to date on developments.

Next month, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will be holding a series of public hearings concerning amended radiation standards. Last year, a federal appeals court struck down the previous radiation standard for the proposed nuclear waste repository at Yucca Mountain. In response, last month, the EPA put forward a new amended standard.*2

The revised standards suggested by the EPA are meant to protect humans and the environment from radiation released by the repository. However, serious questions have been raised about the level of protection that has been proposed.

Public meetings to discuss the newly proposed standard will be held Monday, October 3, in Amargosa Valley, on Tuesday-Thursday, October 4-6, in Las Vegas, and on Tuesday, October 11, in Washington, D.C.

If you would like more information, please click here to be directed to a special page on my website about these public hearings. There you can find the schedule of the hearings as well as instructions for submitting comments, either in person or electronically.

If you have thoughts or concerns about Yucca Mountain, or any other issue, please do not hesitate to share them.*3

Thank you.

SHELLEY BERKLEY
Member of Congress

Quick Web Links:
Information on Yucca Mountain Hearings: http://www.house.gov/berkley/legis/issues/yucca_files/public_hearings.html

EPA Yucca Mountain website:
http://www.epa.gov/radiation/yucca/about.htm

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References

*1. Ms. Shelley Berkley is the U. S. Congresswoman of Nevada District 1.
*2. Berkley, Shelley. ' "An e-mail from the Office of U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley to President Dr. Tony Tung-tien Lei of Washington Business and Technology Institute," (September 19, 2005), Washingtong, D. C.: Office of Congresswoman Shelley Berkley.
*3. Ibid.

Thursday, September 08, 2005
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

Surgery sidelines U. S. Congesswoman Shelley Berkley
Lawmaker on mend after neck procedure
By STEVE TETREAULT
STEPHENS WASHINGTON BUREAU

[[[Shelley Berkley (Photo)]]]

Democrat missing votes on Katrina aid as she recovers from cosmetic surgery

WASHINGTON -- While Congress returned to work from summer recess and began forming responses to Hurricane Katrina, Rep. Shelley Berkley, D-Nev., remained home this week in Las Vegas.

Berkley said she was on doctor's orders following cosmetic surgery on her neck Aug. 15.

"I gave myself three weeks to recover, and the doctor recommended I give myself another week," Berkley said. "I don't want to make it sound like anything more than it is. I am just not quite ready for prime time yet. I am black and blue turning to yellow and green, which are certainly not my colors.

"In the overall scheme of things it is minor, but it still is surgery and there are still stitches and it still hurts," Berkley said.

In Berkley's absence, the House is passing Hurricane Katrina bills by wide margins.

Lawmakers voted unanimously Wednesday to allow displaced students who have had to withdraw from college to be given waivers on their Pell grants. Without dissent, they also passed a bill for emergency operations of federal courts in the storm-battered area.

Before the end of the week, Congress is expected to pass a $52 billion hurricane aid bill, again by a large margin.

"When we are in session, I like to be in Washington," Berkley said. Referring to the lopsided votes, she added, "Do I think anything would be different with me being there? Obviously not."

Berkley said Hurricane Katrina raised a host of questions for Congress to address.

She questioned whether federal money is being allocated appropriately and spent effectively on emergency preparedness, such as ensuring that rescue workers can communicate during a crisis. That has been cited as one of the shortcomings of the response to the hurricane that battered the Gulf Coast.

"We were supposed to be spending billions of dollars to take care of that problem," Berkley said. "How much safer are we as a homeland for having spent that money?"

Berkley also said she planned to meet with first responders in Las Vegas to review the city's evacuation procedures and its capacity to shelters large numbers of victims if a large-scale disaster were to strike Southern Nevada.

(September 1, 2005 -- Washington, D.C.) U.S. Representative Shelley Berkley (D-NV) today expressed her concern and sympathy for the victims of Hurricane Katrina and praised the efforts of Nevadans dispatched to aid at the scene of the devastation along the Gulf Coast.

�The images from this disaster are simply heartbreaking and as a nation we mourn the loss of life and pray for the safety of those still coping with flood waters and those who have lost their homes and businesses. We can all be proud of the brave medical personnel and other first responders who have been dispatched from around Nevada to assist with emergency relief efforts in New Orleans and other communities hit hardest by this natural disaster,� said Berkley.

�Those who wish to assist flood victims with financial aid can visit www.fema.org for a list of relief agencies prepared to accept donations. Congress can also send a message of support to Katrina's victims in the coming week by moving quickly to approve a disaster relief package to aid those devastated by this tragedy. I have tremendous confidence in the generosity of the American people and the can-do spirit of our nation. The Gulf Coast region will rise again and fully recover from the damage done by this week�s storm,� Berkley said.

Valley residents may contact the Congresswoman's Las Vegas office at 220-9823, for additional information on ways to help Katrina victims.

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) website, www.fema.org volunteer organizations are seeking cash donations to assist victims of Hurricane Katrina. These agencies provide a wide variety of services after disasters, such as clean up, childcare, housing repair, crisis counseling, sheltering and food. The federal agency lists phone and website information about groups that can handle donations and are seeking volunteers.

A separate list of volunteer organizations may be found at the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster website: www.nvoad.org

Berkley also noted that the American Gaming Association (AGA) has established a fund to aid Katrina�s victims. The goal of the fund is to provide disaster relief and assistance to gaming employees in Mississippi and other affected areas. For more information visit: www.aga.org.

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*1. Berkley, Shelley. 'A press release of Shelley Berkley,' "A search of 'congresswoman shelley berkley' on the Google.com," (September 7, 2005), Mountainview, California: Google.com.

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Dear Dr. Tony,

It's been a busy year for Congresswoman Shelley Berkley - here's a quick update on her recent work:

SUMMERLIN PATRIOTIC PARADE

Thousands of Las Vegans, Congresswoman Berkley, and a mass number of volunteers recently headed to the Summerlin community to celebrate Fourth of July at the Summerlin Patriotic Parade. The parade, especially our participation was a huge success. We would like to extend our thanks to all of our volunteers who walked beside the Congresswoman�s car. Special thanks go out to A�shanti Gholar for turning out the Young Democrats.

Please look for Congresswoman Berkley in the Veteran�s Day Parade on Friday, November 11th.

BERKLEY�S LATEST ACCOMPLISHMENTS

�Introduced a resolution recognizing national Osteoporosis awareness and prevention month
�Berkley voted to block one million dollars in federal funding cuts for Nevada public broadcasters
�Secured more than $46 million in funding to expand transit options in Southern Nevada and to improve Valley roadways as part of a six-year federal highway bill
�Led the debate for House Democrats on legislation she cosponsored that will permanently increase to $400,000, the maximum benefit available to members of America�s military through the Servicemembers� Group Life Insurance (SGLI) program
�Announced that the Clark County School District has received a $386,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Education to fund dropout prevention efforts in Southern Nevada
�Co-sponsored legislation that would shut down the sole U.S. branch of Arab Bank PLC, a Jordanian bank with documented ties to Middle East Terrorism
�Co-sponsored legislation that will increase monthly payments to veterans in Nevada and nationwide by updating the current Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for VA benefits
�Introduced and passed legislation honoring Women�s Suffrage
�Berkley gets Department of Defense to change current next of kin form for military service members so that troops can designate an individual of their choosing to handle their burial arrangements
�Co-sponsored the Student Privacy Protection Act (HR 551)

RESOLUTION HONORING WOMEN SUFFRAGISTS

On Thursday, July 14th Congresswoman Berkley was joined in Washington, D.C. by Glen Taylor Elementary students Hannah Low and Destiny Carroll, of Henderson. The girls watched from the floor of the House Chamber, as she introduced legislation to create a national day of recognition honoring those who worked to secure women the right to vote. Congresswoman Berkley�s legislation was inspired by the efforts of Hannah and Destiny, who collected hundreds of signatures in support of recognizing the movement to give women the right to vote through an amendment to the U.S. Constitution. On July 25th the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed the legislation authored by Congresswoman Berkley that would create a national day of recognition in honor of America�s women suffragists.

On Saturday, July 16th Congresswoman Berkley presented both Hannah and Destiny with framed copies of Resolution H. J. RES. 59 at the West Sahara Library. The girls also shared experiences from their journey with the audience.

If you would like a complete copy of the resolution, please email the Berkley for Congress, Communications Manager, Courtney Smith at Courtney@sberkley.com.

PROTECT OUR CHILDREN�S PRIVACY

As many of you may not be aware, there has been a great deal of news concerning the Pentagon collecting and keeping personal information about our children. Information to later be used for recruiting purposes.

I agree that the Pentagon has no business keeping social security numbers, educational records, racial profiles, and other personal data on young people. All the more alarming, the Pentagon is using a contractor to maintain these records, raising questions about the security of the information and the potential for identity theft. I want you to know that, in early July, I wrote to Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld demanding an end to the collection of this personal and private information. I also co-sponsored the Student Privacy Protection Act, which would stop military recruiters from accessing our children�s private information without permission from students and families.

If you would like to see a copy of the letter to Secretary Rumsfeld signed by Congresswoman Berkley or more information on this issue please email the Berkley For Congress, Communications Manager, Courtney Smith at Courtney@sberkley.com.

STAYING CONNECTED
NEIGHBOR 2 NEIGHBOR & FRIEND 2 FRIEND

Congresswoman Shelley Berkley wants to get to know your friends and neighbors. Please join us in an effort to reach out to Berkley supporters in our community. For more information, please contact us at 212-3350. We need your help!!!

CALL TO ACTION�
Here are three things you can do right now to take action and help Congresswoman Berkley�s Re-election Campaign:

1. FORWARD this message to a friend
2. UPDATE your information, so we may better serve you (please include your top three issues you would like to hear from us about).
3. REFER your friends, family and co-workers to Shelley�s website www.berkleyforcongress.com

TOGETHER WE WILL WIN!

Legislation Inspired by So. NV Elementary School Students Hannah Low and Destiny Carroll

Rep. Berkley on the steps of the U.S. Capitol with So Nevada elementary students Hannah Low (L) and Destiny Carroll (R). The pair were the inspiration behind legislation authored by Berkley and passed by the U.S. House that would create a national day to honor women suffragists. The students journeyed to Washington earlier this month and watched from the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives as Berkley introduced her resolution to honor the women of the suffragist movement.*1

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*1. Berkley, Shelley. 'A press release of Shelley Berkley,' "A search of 'congresswoman shelley berkley' on the Google.com," (August 26, 2005), U. S. A.: Google.com.

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U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley began serving in the U. S. House of Representatives in January, 1999. Shelley represents constituents living in the First Congressional District of Nevada, including residents of Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and unincorporated areas in Clark County. The District annually records the largest population increase in the nation.

The Congresswoman has lived in Las Vegas for over four decades. She has a deep sense of commitment to give back to the community that opened the doors of opportunity for her. She also has never forgotten that her family headed west seeking a better life, and found it in Las Vegas. Shelley completed junior high and high school in Las Vegas, then went on to become the first member of her family to attend college when she enrolled in UNLV. Elected Student Body President, 1971-1972, she graduated with honors and a B.A. in Political Science from UNLV in 1972. After earning her law degree at the University of San Diego School of Law in 1976, Shelley returned to Las Vegas to begin her career.

Since being sworn in as a Member of Congress on January 6, 1999, Congresswoman Berkley has successfully sought appointments that enable her to meet the needs of Southern Nevada. .....
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*1. Berkley, Shelley. 'A bio of Shelley Berkley,' "A search of 'congresswoman shelley berkley' on the Google.com," (August 8, 2005), U. S. A.: Google.com.

HOUSE PASSES BERKLEY RESOLUTION HONORING WOMEN SUFFRAGISTS

Legislation Inspired by So. NV Elementary School Students Hannah Low and Destiny Carroll

(July 22, 2005 -- Washington, D.C.) The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation today authored by Congresswoman Shelley Berkley (D-NV) that would create a national day of recognition in honor of America�s women suffragists.

The Berkley bill, H.J. RES. 59, was inspired by Glen Taylor Elementary students Hannah Low (age 8) and Destiny Carroll (age 9). The pair collected hundreds of signatures on a petition in support of a national day of recognition honoring the female leaders of the movement to secure women the right to vote. The girls� petition drive caught the attention of Berkley and led to the Congresswoman drafting the resolution passed by the full House this evening.

Earlier this month, Hannah and Destiny journeyed from their home in the Las Vegas Valley to Washington, D.C., to watch from the floor of the U.S. House as Congresswoman Berkley introduced the suffragist legislation their petition inspired.

�Next month we will celebrate the 85th anniversary of the constitutional amendment that gave women the right to vote, and it�s long past time we honor the women of America�s suffragist movement. Their bravery and hard-fought struggle won this cherished right for all American women, and I am honored to lead the effort to create a national day of recognition to pay tribute to their efforts. The suffragists are role models who will inspire generations, just as they inspired two little girls from Southern Nevada to start their own petition drive to create this special holiday,� said Berkley, of Hannah and Destiny and the legislation their efforts inspired.

The work of the suffragist movement to secure the right for women to vote culminated in the adoption of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution on August 26, 1920.

Join U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley on July 18th

Please join the Congresswoman for an on-line townhall meeting on Monday, July 18th at 4:30 p.m. (Pacific), to share your views on Social Security and to help her better understand how this program affects southern Nevada residents of all ages. If you are unable to take part on Monday, please feel free to submit questions prior to the event and then check back after July 18th to read the complete transcript.*2

Your opinion is important, and using your computer to participate in Congresswoman Berkley�s on-line townhall meeting will ensure that your views and suggestions on Social Security are heard.

WHAT: Berkley On-Line Townhall Meeting to Discuss Social Security
WHO: Congresswoman Shelley Berkley
WHEN: 4:30 p.m. (Pacific), Monday, July 18
HOW: Visit www.house.gov/berkley to learn how you can take part*3

Contact Information Website: http://www.house.gov/berkley/ Las Vegas

District Office
The Honorable Shelley Berkley
2340 Paseo Del Prado, Suite D-106
Las Vegas, NV 89102

Phone: (702) 220-9823
Fax: (702) 220-9841

Washington Office
The Honorable Shelley Berkley
U.S. House of Representatives
439 Cannon House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515-4708

Phone: (202) 225-5965
Fax: (202) 225-3119
Toll free: (877) 409-2488

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References

*1. Ms. Shelley Berkley is the U. S. Congresswoman of Nevada District 1.
*2. Berkley, Shelley. ' "An e-mail from the Office of U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley to Dr. Tony Tung-tien Lei," (July 14, 2005), Washingtong, D. C.: Office of Congresswoman Shelley Berkley.
*2. Ibid.

Jul. 10, 2005
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

EDITORIAL: Preventing heartache

The military made the correct and compassionate choice this week in modifying its policies involving the burial of soldiers -- a change sought by Rep. Shelley Berkley, D-Nev., and a California congressman.

From now on, servicemen and women will be required to designate who should be responsible for their remains if they die -- a morbid decision for members of the Armed Forces to contemplate, but a sensible policy nonetheless.

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Rep. Berkley was instrumental in ensuring the change was implemented, acting on behalf of Eleanor Dachtler of Las Vegas, whose son, Lance Cpl. Nicholas H. Anderson, a Bonanza High School graduate, was killed in Iraq last November.

Ms. Dachtler was divorced and wanted her son buried in Las Vegas. But a Navy judge gave deference to the father's wishes, and Lance Cpl. Anderson was laid to rest in California afer his remains were held by the military until the situation was resolved.

A similar situation arose involving a constituent of Rep. Sam Farr, D-Calif., prompting him to join Rep. Berkley's push to change military policy.

The U.S. House embraced the modification in May, but before the Senate could debate the measure, the military announced Wednesday it would add a line to its forms in an attempt to avoid such unfortunate disputes in the future.

"This simple change will prevent heartache for military families and will give our servicemen and women the final say in who determines their funeral arrangements," Rep. Berkley said in a statement.

And that's the way it should be.

Effort Prompted by Case of Las Vegas Mother Eleanor Dachtler Who Lost Son in Iraq
Responding to the request of Congresswoman Shelley Berkley, the Department of Defense (DOD) has announced that it will change the current next of kin form for military service members so that troops can designate an individual of their choosing to handle their burial arrangements. Berkley�s effort to require the military to solicit the designation from all personnel grew out of her work to assist Las Vegas resident Eleanor Dachtler, whose son, Marine Corporal Nicholas Anderson, was killed in action in Iraq late last year.

"This simple change will prevent heartache for military families and will give our service men and women the final say in who determines their funeral arrangements. This is a common sense solution that will allow us to honor the wishes of our fallen heroes. Rather than leave this decision to chance, the new form will have a specific line where soldiers can clearly designate the person they want to be in charge of their final remains," said Berkley. "This is a bittersweet victory for all those who have worked to change our current policy, as we also remember the sacrifices of those whose loss prompted this effort. I only hope that with this new change in effect, we will never again see a repeat of the story of Eleanor Dachtler and others like her who have suffered even more as a result of our current policy following the loss of a loved one in the service of our nation."

Deputy Under Secretary of Defense John Molino notified the Congresswoman of the change in policy and noted that the new requirements follow the recommendations made by Berkley to DOD in May of this year. In his letter, Molino stated that the policy change reflected Berkley�s written request that a new, separate line be added to the current form collected from service members.

"You will be pleased to know that we are in the process of modifying the Record of Emergency Data Form to accomplish exactly what your letter recommends. A separate line will be added to the form to require all service members to designate a PADD instead of the optional listing of such information in the general remarks section," Molino wrote.

When issued, the new form will require service members to specify a PADD (Person Authorized to Direct Disposition) to handle their final arrangements. Absent such a designation, current policy relies on a series of criteria to determine who receives custody of a service member�s remains. In the case of Nicholas Anderson, the eldest parent was awarded custody of the fallen Marine. Anderson was buried by his father in California, over the objections of his mother who had sought to have her son buried in Las Vegas, where he grew up.

A provision authored by Berkley that would have directed the Department of Defense to make the changes announced this week was included in the FY 2006 Defense Authorization bill, which was approved by the House in May. Rather than wait for Congress to act, the DOD used the criteria included in the Berkley provision to formulate a change in its own policy which will soon be revised to reflect the requirement that the name of a PADD be collected from all service members.

To see a story that appeared in the Las Vegas Sun on this issue, click here.*2

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References

*1. Berkley, Shelley. ' "An e-mail from the Office of U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley to Dr. Tony Tung-tien Lei," (July 7, 2005), Washingtong, D. C.: Office of Congresswoman Shelley Berkley.
*2. Ibid.

Congresswoman Shelley Berkley (D-NV) released the following statement today in response to the announcement of the impending retirement of Justice Sandra Day O�Connor from the U.S. Supreme Court:

�Sandra Day O�Connor forever changed the Supreme Court simply through her role as the first female Justice, and she will continue to serve as an inspiration for all women long after she has retired. Justice O�Connor has served our nation with distinction and honor, and while I may not have agreed with every opinion she has written, I greatly admire her work and I thank Justice O�Connor for all that she has contributed to America�s legal system and to the Supreme Court of the United States. Through her conduct on the bench, Justice O�Connor has set a high standard for any replacement and it is my hope that the President will nominate someone who shares her judicial temperament and who is as equally well qualified to serve on the highest court in the land.�*2

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References

*1. Google.com. 'A Press Release of U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley,' "A search of 'congresswoman shelley berkley' on the Google.com," (July 4, 2005), U. S. A.: Google.com.
*2. Ibid.

--- There are also some skills of Managing Up and Modern Stratagem in the American and Asian worlds.

***Jesus said, "Everyone who bears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock." --- Matthew 7:24-25 of the "Bible"

"The art of management has made the United States a paradise of richfulness and prosperity. On the very top floor of the mansion at the Graduate School of New York University, I was impressed by the crowded traffic and the brilliant night scenes down on the ground. And looking at the groups of mensions standing under the heavenly sky at this Fifth Street reminded me that: All these golden Squares and proserity at the time of the May Flower period was nothing but an empty land. For our Las Vegas, we've realized the same story of development and prosperity," said Dr. Tony Lei, President of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI), on the Grand Openning of the Las Vegas City Park.

"It made me remember the story of the next dynasty King after the Emperor Ching. Impressed by watching the greatness of the Emperor with his large marching team on the road one day at his young age, the young boy said, 'Do it brightly and we should make it the same also, excellency! (Meaning explanation for 'Yu Wei Jer Yi Loi Hsie' in Chinese.)' Nowaday, the entrepreneurship made America great is not just important for individuals, but it is also critical for a company or a country."*1

The above initiative spirit of the United States is originated from the first paragraph of the Preface of a text book written by Tony Tung-tien Lei entitled "Managemnt Behavior" published by Buffalo Publishing Inc. in 1989 (2nd Edition).

Together with his text book "Business Management", "Management Behavior" had been used by Dr. Tony Lei as a reference book in National Taiwan University, National Chengchi University, and National Chungshsing University from 1975 through 1990.

"MANAGING UP shows what you can learn when you keep your eyes and ears open and happen to work for/with a terrif boss. Great lessons for leaders here, managing up, down, and sideways," said Warren Bennis, Distinguished Professor of Business at the University of South Carolina about the book written by Rosanne Badowski in 2003. The book is entitled "How to Forge an Effective Relationship with Those Above You."

The Chairman of Chinese American Academic Association of Nevada, Dr. Tony Lei, received by air mail on February 22, 1997 a book named "Modern Stratagem" The book was written and sent by Professor Tu Lin.

In the preface, Dr. Ko-wang Mei pointed out that: It is the person who uses stratagem to face problem and chellenge and to integrate a project or principle for processing of problem solving. Most of famous stratagems in the human history were used on politics and military. From its broad significance, in order for a person to successful both in production and human relations, he or she needs stratagem to attain his or her objectives. The Chinese idiom of "Action after taking stratagem" may show the good understanding of the above meaning.

The book entitled "Modern Stratagem" was written by a Chinese, while the book entitled "How to Forge an Effective Relationship with Those Above You" is written by an American. The latter talks about "Managing Up" in a business. The following are some of its principles:

Principles of Managing Up
"* Managing is not the exclusive property of MBA grads.
* At times we are all managers, and we are all support staff; managers have to roll up their sleeves and get in the trenches.
* Those who manage up have to think--and act-- like managers.
* A good managers is a student of cause and effect.
* It's not good enough to be aware of what's happening around you; you have to know why it's happening.
* If you're not helping, you're hindering.
* Ask yourself: Did the work I performed today help achieve a goal?
Common Sense Takeaways
* Your boss's agenda comes first. Period.
* When those above you win, you win.
* It's people! Organizations don't run on money, products, or procedures.
* Trust your instincts-- they are based on a lot of experience. Then again, don't always trust instincts.
* Go ahead, take a swing: Better to be too bold than too timid."*2

The first of the above two books was prefaced by Dr. Ko-wang Mei, the former President of Tunghai University and now the President of Taiwan Regional Development Institute.

Dr. Mei believed that: The successful degree of a stratagem can not be depended only on individual's wisdom, knowledge,and experience. It has its team works, integrity, scientific background, and philosophic thought. Therefore, there never appears a stratagem in an emptiness. It needs deliberate planning and logic thinking. The large the area of stratagem and the deeper of the degree of a stratagem, the large and deeper the need for information collection and analysis. In the recent half of the century, it is one of the most important subject in 'The study of Administration'. In a practical and general speaking, 'stratagem' is 'decision making' in a promotional sense. In order to have a stratagem effective, efficient, and perfect, the conclusion of a stratagem should be attained through scientific collection, analysis, judgment, study of information. It is why the 'Stratagem' is an important and useful study.

Its good to have some inspiration on the findings of some of the chapters of the second book:

"Preparedness Takeaways
* By seeing thing from someone else's perspective, you'll be better able anticipate what will be needed in the future.
* Share what you know. This was the centerpiece of Jack Welch's GE. We shared ideas, best practices, and information.

People who hoard knowledge hunt the company.
*Be ready to improvise.
*Stay on top of current events, not just concerning your company but the international business community. It will help give context to what you do, and it's a good conversation starter.
Communication Takeaways
*Communication is more than a management tool--it is a catalyst for change.
*Don't be afraid to ask. And then ask again.
*Question yourself constantly; if you don't like your answers, do something about it.
*Be a loudmouth--one whose ideas and messages get spread through every level of your business.
*Nagging doesn't mean you have to be a pain in the neck--but timed correctly, it's very effective.

Teamwork Takeaways
*Celebrate--you deserve to recognize accomplishments.
*Take a central role as team member and team builder.
*Get off your pedestal--no job or task should be dismissed as unimportant or not worthy of attention.
*Share everything--information, knowledge, skills, risk."*3

The author of the first book, late Tu Lin, one of the famous scholar on stratagem, had been many years Professor and Chairman of Safety Department of the Central Police Official University in Taiwan. The author of the second, Rosanne Badowski, was an executive assistant of Jack Welch who retired from GE in September 2001 as its CEO.

"It is 'political strategy' when a stratagem is used in political affairs.It is 'war strategy' when a stratagem is used in military action. It is 'individual strategy' when a stratagem is used by personal affairs. It is 'business strategy' when a stratagem is used by business management. After the second half of 20 century, business management played a very important role around the world. The study of management emphasizes very much the importance of stratagem. Therefore, the world business is now full of the actions of 'Business Stratagem'," said Dr. Mei.*4

As a conclusion on her book, Rosanne summerized it in the following:

The Fun of Managing Up
"Over the years, people have approached me wanting to know what it was like to work for Jack Welch. Did he have some secret to success? And that's why I've tried hard to keep the "bow" of this book pointed into the wind of real life.
Was it a smooth fourteen years? No way.
Was it interesting, exhilarating, and rewarding? For sure."*5

The first book was foreworded by Jack Welch, while in the second book, Dr. Mei recommended that : The "Modern Stratagem" written by Professor Tu Lin is one of the best in the field. It can be a good reference text for persons in political affairs. It is a fine dictionary for military experts. And it can be also effectively used in business management. Finally, it is a very valuable book for an individual to use it as an electric power to brighten his or her career both in production and human relations.

Rosanne continued on her conclusion that "Under the circumstances, managing up was, for me, a survival skill mastered on the job and on the run. But it was not one based on secrets, luck, or genius. For me, managing up came right off the rack, right off the shelf, and right off a list of basic ingredients that are as commonplace as they are priceless:

Chemistry. It's what got us off to a good start and kept us going.

Trust. Trust was what our partnership was built on--and what made our partnership last.

Confidence. The key term to describe Jack--something that propelled his every action.

Impatience. It appears to be a negative, but it gave us the speed to accomplish as much as we did in limitd time.

Energy. It kept us buoyant and helped us persevere.

Resilience. The ability to keep going when a roadblock got in the way.

Humor. It made every day fun, no matter what the circumstances.

Common sense. A lifesaver when it came to tough decisions.

Preparedness. This gave us the edge to rise above the pack.

Adaptability. The ability to embrace change.

Simplicity. In other words, keeping things uncomplicated and easy to understand.

Fairness. Treating people in a way we like to be treated.

Communications. The determination to tell the world and each other what was going on.

Teamwork. It let us bring our friends along--they helped us bail out the boat when the water was rising, and they were there in the end for the party.

Passion and purpose. They are what life, and business, are all about."6

She concluded finally that "Together, these fifteen managing-up ingredients produced an extraordinarily effective working partnership-- and a whole lot of sheer fun. Yes, there I go again--fun. If work isn't fun, there's some-thing wrong. Well-paid drudgery is still drudgery. It's painful and demeaning. By managing up you make an investment that pays a handsome dividend in satifaction and self-respect."7

Dr. Mei recommended that : The "Modern Stratagem" written by Professor Tu Lin is one of the best in the field. It can be a good reference text for persons in political affairs. It is a fine dictionary for military experts. And it can be also effectively used in business management. Finally, it is a very valuable book for an individual to use it as an electric power to brighten his or her career both in production and human relations.*8

The late Tu Lin, one of the famous scholar on stratagem, had been many years Professor and Chairman of Safety Department of the Central Police Official University in Taiwan. Dr. Ko-wang Mei, Professor Tu Lin, and Dr. Tony Lei were good friends for many years. Professor Tu was the Founder and Chairman of Taipei Marketing Research Association on a national basis. He was also Chairman of Board of China File and Micrographic Information Management Institute. In order to promote the collaboration of academy between both sides of China on the pacific ocean, Professor Tu was the Chairman and held the 1966 Seminar on File and Micrographic Academy of both sides of the Straits of Taiwan on November 4-11, 1996.*9

"Our knowledge, wisdom, and professionalism are all achieved by our sincere love to God!" said President Dr. Tony Lei of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).*10

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Refernces

*1. Moss, Cheryl; Ung, Becky; and Chang, Tiffany. 'The art of management brought U. S. prosperity,' (January 8, 2003), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.
*2. Badowski, Rosanne. (2003) "How to Forge an Effective Relationship with Those Above You," New York: A CURRENCY BOOK, Published by Doubleday.
*3. Ibid.
*4. Tu, Lin. (1996) "Modern Stratagem," Taipei, Taiwan: Nation Publishing Co..
*5. Ibid.
*6. Badowski. Ibid.
*7. Badowski. Ibid.
*8. Chang, Tiffany. 'Modern Stratagem,' "PPAA18 of WBTI website," (January 21, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: Communitylink of Las Vegas Review-Journal.
*9. Ibid.
*10. WBTI. 'Message from the President of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) for the 2002 New Year,' "The section of 'Message from the President' of the WBTI website," (January 1, 2002), Las Vegas, Nevada: Communitylink of Las Vegas Review-Journal.

"I am very appreciative of WILD PAC's support. I have worked to protect and preserve natural treasures such as Red Rock National Conservation Area, Toiyabe National Forest and the Desert National Wildlife Refuge. I will continue to be a voice and a future leader to protect Nevada's beautiful wild lands." � Congresswoman Shelley Berkley

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Reference

*1. Google. 'A profile of 2004 WILD PAC Candidate Recommendation,' "A search of 'congresswoman shelley berkley' on the Google.com," (May 22, 2005), U. S. A.: Google.com.

"I have put together this guide to answer some questions you may have about the proposed plans to partially privatize Social Security. While private Social Security accounts may sound like a good idea, younger Americans will be left to pay for the massive cost of this plan." .........
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So what do we do?
Fortunately, Social Security is projected to have a surplus for nearly 50 more years. To extend the financial health of the program to the end of the 21st Century, Congress and the President need to cut the federal budget so we stop borrowing from Social Security. Congress should consider modest adjustments to protect benefits for future generations. Social Security is only one part of retirement security. We must also substantially increase contribution limits and tax credits for IRA�s and 401(k) plans and explore providing a federal match for retirement dollars saved by working Americans.

Dear U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley,

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) , and 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
President of T.B.A.A.-L.V.
Lo-Yu Sun
Board Advisor
Hui-Ching Chen
Director of Secretary Division
Dr. Tony Lei
Advisor

***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. ............

Dear Tony,

Thank you for attending my town hall meeting on Social Security last month. I hope you found the presentation interesting and informative. It is important that Nevadans know the facts about the President�s plan to partially privatize social security. As we discussed at the townhall, that plan is risky, increases the national debt, and cuts guaranteed benefits. I will continue to work on reforms that guarantee full social security benefits for all Americans for generations to come.

I have made available on my official website several of the slides used by Congressman John Spratt during his presentation. To see them, click here. If you would like to see the Social Security Calculator that was discussed--and see how partial privatization of social security could cut your benefits, you can access it here.

Again, thank you for coming. If you would like to receive updates on important issues, including social security, or be informed of future town hall meetings, please register on my web site here.

Shelley Berkley
Member of Congress

** Tuesday, March 29 **
BERKLEY TO HOST SOCIAL SECURITY TOWN HALL AT WEST CHARLESTON LIBRARY
With Special Guest Top Budget Democrat Rep. John Spratt
Congresswoman Shelley Berkley*2 will host a town hall forum on Social Security for concerned southern Nevada residents on Tuesday, March 29, from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m. in the lecture hall of the West Charleston Library. The event is free and all are welcome to attend.

Berkley will be joined at the forum by U.S. Congressman John Spratt, Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee. The pair will discuss the financial risks of the President�s plan to partially privatize Social Security, provide information to participants about how the proposal will impact their retirement, and answer questions from the audience.

"This is an issue that is as important for young workers and new parents as it is for our seniors and those nearing retirement," Berkley said. "Congressman Spratt is the top Democrat on the House Budget Committee and he will lend his expertise from that role to our discussion about the financial impacts of the Bush proposal to partially privatize Social Security."*3

WHO: U.S. Reps. Shelley Berkley and John Spratt
WHAT: Southern Nevada Social Security Forum
WHEN: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 29
WHERE: West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston (near Torrey Pines)

Contact Information Website: http://www.house.gov/berkley/

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References

*1. PAI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. About U.S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley (a concise one by the editor of this flier):

U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in November, 1998. Shelley represents constituents living in the First Congressional District of Nevada, including residents of Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and unincorporated areas in Clark County. The District annually records the largest population increase in the nation. U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley has A Lifetime of Commitment to Nevada.

She has lived in Las Vegas for over four decades. Shelley has a deep sense of commitment to give back to the community that opened the doors of opportunity for her. She also has never forgotten that her family headed west seeking a better life, and found it in Las Vegas. She completed junior high and high school in Las Vegas, then went on to become the first member of her family to attend college when she enrolled in UNLV. Elected Student Body President, 1971-1972, she graduated with honors and a B.A. in Political Science from UNLV in 1972. After earning her law degree at the University of San Diego School of Law in 1976, she returned to Las Vegas to begin her career.

U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley has successfully sought appointments that enable her to meet the needs of Southern Nevada, since she swore in as a Member of Congress on January 6, 1999.

Shelley is a former Vice Chair of the Nevada University and Community College System Board of Regents. Appointed to the Board in 1990 by the Governor, she was then twice elected as a Regent by Las Vegas-area voters. She completed her second term on the Board in 1998. Throughout her tenure, Shelley worked to keep higher education in Nevada affordable and accessible to all qualified students.

This bright lady has devoted her energies to charitable and civic efforts ever since she was a teenager. Her work and ideas have contributed to many of Southern Nevada�s successes.

On February 23, 2004, U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley wrote Dr. and Mrs. Tony Lei that,"Thank you for your generous contribution to my re-election campaign. I greatly appreciate your support. Please know that your help makes a significant difference. I look forward to continuing my service in Congress and shall endeavor to serve in the manner that merits your confidence in me."

Shelley Berkley is born a leader. Shelley is an educated leader. Shelley is a prctical and bright leader since her college life. She received her juris doctorate degree from San Deigo Law School. She was the former Regent of University and Colleges of Nevada. She has been Executive Advisor for Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) since 1996. Her successful leadership both good in work performance and human relations has won all her assistants' and followers' full and sincere respects. In order to celebrate Shelley Berkley's winning as U. S. Congresswoman, elected as a member of the International Relations Committee (IRC) of the Congress, and Dr. Tony Lei as her Senior Advisor; Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) and Chinese American Academic Association of Nevada (CAAAN) established the "Literature and Academic Forum" ("LAF") in 1999. It is brought to you now by Las Vegas Review-Journal's reviewjournal.com through the section of "LAF5" (now continues in "Social & Community") at: http://communitylink.reviewjournal.com/lvrj/wbti.

At the time when Shelley was elected as the Member of IRC, she told Las Vegas Review-Journal that to promote the tourism, trade, and investment with foriegn countries for Nevada and our states is her primary interest. .............

Shelley's popularlity is arising from her effective production for public service and good personal traits by nature and sincerity.

Shelley Berkley is an Adjunct Professor of Administrative Strategies of the Graduate School of Business and Public Administration (GSBPA) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. Berkley, Shelley. 'Congresswoman Shelley Berkley TO HOST SOCIAL SECURITY TOWN HALL AT WEST CHARLESTON LIBRARY' "A e-mail from U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley to Dr. Tony Lei," (March 25, 2005), Washington, D. C.: Office of the Congresswoman Shelley Berkley.
*3. Ibid.