WHEREAS, Dr. Tony T. Lei, Ed. D., a famous resident of Clark County for more than eleven years, has served the community through a variety of venues including: President of Washington Business and Technology Institute; Senior Advisor for Congresswoman Shelley Berkley, Office of Clark County District Attorney, Constanble's Office of Las Vegas Township, and Raleigh, Hunt, McGarry & Drizin, P.C.; Director and Secretary of South Shores Community Association; Honorary President of Great Wall College and Xiamen Straits Foreign Language College; Chairman of Chinese American Academic Association of Nevada; Contributing Editor and Columnist of "Nevada Examiner" and "Reviewjournal.com - WBTI website"; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Tony Lei received an M.B.A. in 1969 and a Doctorate of Education in Institutional Management in 1990 from Pepperdine University. He had been an Associate Professor of Information Management and a Fellow of Management of the Graduate School of Business Administration of National Chung Hsing University and Pepperdine University from 1985 to 1991 and 1991 to 1996, respectively.

Now, THEREFORE, WE, the Board of County Commissioners of Clark County, on this occasion, October 26, 2004, in celebration and recognition of his distingueshed professionalism and outstanding accomplishments, do hereby recognize and honor
Dr. Tony T. Lei, Ed. D.

and urge all citizens to join us wishing him a succesful and bright future."

The above Proclamation was signed by Board of County Commissioners of Clark County Chairman Chip Maxfield, Vice-Chair Myrna Williams, Commissioners Bruce L. Woodbury, Marry Kincaid-Chauncey, Yvonne Atkinson Gate, Lynette Boggs Mcdonald, and Rory Reid. It was attested by County Clerk Shirley B. Parraguirre.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 5, 2004 Contact Chris Molnar
775-684-5670

CARSON CITY - Gov. Kenny Guinn today announced 68 appointments to 38 of the state’s boards and commissions.

“I am always impressed when so many citizens of Nevada step up and volunteer their time to serve our great state,” Gov. Guinn said. “I know the people of Nevada appreciate the time, energy and hard work these appointees give to serve this state.”

Gov. Guinn made the following appointments:

· Employee Management Committee: Don Helling, Carson City, Harry Schiffman, Las Vegas, Matthew Diorio, Las Vegas, Greg Smith, Carson City, Sydney Wickliffe, Las Vegas, Birgit Baker, Carson City, Deborah Frenzi, Las Vegas, Bruce Breslow, Sparks, Scott Sisco, Carson City, and J. Gallagher, Spring Creek.

· Board of Architecture, Interior Design & Residential Design: William Snyder, Henderson, Judith Fermiole, Reno, and Larry Tindall, Henderson.

· Board of Dental Examiners: Dr. Tony Guillen, Fallon, Dr. Michael Lloyd, Las Vegas, and Sharon Peterson, Henderson.

· Board of Pharmacy: Ann Peterson, Reno, and David Wuest, Reno.
· Funeral Board: Gerald Hitchcock, Yerington.
· Board of Examiners for Social Workers: Ann Coleman, Las Vegas.
· Employment Security Advisory Council:
· Peace Officers’ Standards & Training Commission: Mark Paresi, North Las Vegas.
· Board of Accountancy: Patrick Thorne, Henderson, Harry Parsons, Reno, and Bonnie Houldsworth, Henderson.
· Board of Nursing: Doreen Begley, Reno, Helen Vos, Las Vegas, and Mary Ann Lambert, Reno.
· Welfare Board: Carolyn Wilson, Carson City, and Kari Demetras, Reno.
· Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners: Dr. Richard Simmonds, Reno.
· Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities: George Brown, Las Vegas, Tom Pierce, Las Vegas, and Reggie Bennett, Las Vegas.

· Board of Examiners for Long-Term Care Facility Administrators: Arnold Greenhouse, Reno, and Douglas Sinclair, Las Vegas.

· Board of Chiropractic Examiners: Dr. Stephanie Youngblood, Las Vegas.
· Judicial Selection Committee: Pami Briggs, Elko.
· Indian Commission: Richard Arnold, Las Vegas, and Teresa Sprouse, Ely.
· Certified Court Reporters’ Board: Patrick Murphy, Las Vegas.
· Board of Optometry: Jack Sutton, Reno.
· Board of Physical Therapy Examiners: Conee Spano, Las Vegas.
· Contractor’s Board: David Clark, Las Vegas.
· Athletic Commission: Joe Brown, Las Vegas, and Tony Alamo, Henderson.
· Board of Podiatry: James Oscarson, Las Vegas.
· State Board of Fire Services: Shelly Hayden, Reno.
· Veterans’ Services Commission: Stan Jones, Carson City.
· Northern Nevada Veterans’ Cemetery Advisory Committee: Gina Crown, Reno, and Ken Gardner, Fernley.
· Governor’s Council on Rehabilitation & Employment of People with Disabilities: Bruce Berman, Las Vegas, and Veronica Wilson, Las Vegas.

· Juvenile Justice Commission: Larry Carter, Las Vegas.
· Taxicab Authority: Horacio Lopez, Las Vegas and Richard Land, Las Vegas.
· Tax Commission: Hang Vogler, Ely, and David Turner, Reno.
· Bicycle Advisory Board: Sigurd Jaunarajs, Carson City.
· Real Estate Commission: Charlie Mack, Las Vegas.
· Workforce Investment Board: Arthur Nathan, Las Vegas, Bob Hadfield, Carson City, and Michael Bertoldi, Sparks.
· Board of Public Employees’ Benefits Program: Ron Swirczek, Carson City.
· Motorcycle Safety Advisory Board: Michael Bracy, Las Vegas.
· Industrial Insurance Appeals Panel: Kay Lockhart, Reno.
· Employment Security Council: David Garbarino, Las Vegas.

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

Dear U. S. Senators Honorable Harry Reid , U. S. Representatives Jim Gibbons, Shelley Berkley, and Jon Porter; and Nevada high-ranking officials-eleted,

Dr. Tony T. Lei, President of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) and Mrs. Sapatra Chemprachum, President of Thai Cultural Arts Association of Las Vegas
request the honor of your presence
as Guests of Honor
at the Event and Dinner Party for
Royal Thai Performing Arts
present by TCAALV, co-sponsored
by WBTI, Asian Leaders, among others
on Tuesday, the Sixteenth of November, 2004
in the East Las Vega Community/Senior Center
250 N. Eastern Ave, (at Stewart) Las Vegas, Nevada
Tel. 229-1515
from 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

This is also a celabration event and dinner party for the 2004 high-ranking officials-elected of Nevada. We are going to have about 460 attendants. For the high-ranking officials-elected, please have your Assistant RSVP to (702)369-5439; (702)255-9058 or E-mail: tojulei@yahoo.com to cofirm our invitation card to you.

RSVP: Seating is limited. Confirmation required for seating. Please call Thai Cultural Art Association for reservation at (702)369-5439 with donations of $30, $20, or $15 on or before 12 noon, Monday, November 15, 2004.
* P.S.: Featured with Classical & Folk dances and Folk-Play (LIKAY).

@@@@@ One person with a belief is a social power equal to ninety-nine who have only interests. ---John Stuart Mill, "Representative Government", 1861
***** Luck is a matter of preparation meeting opportunity. ---Oprah Winfrey
*** Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower. ---Albert Camus
*** The secret of joy in work is contain in one word -- excellence. To know how to do something well is to enjoy it. ---Pearl Buck
*** Management is nothing more than motivating other people. ---Lee Iacocca

"America is a stronger and better nation because of the hard work and the faith and the entrepreneurial spirit of immigrants," said President Bush of the United States of America on Wendesday, January 7, 2004. "Our nation needs an immigration system that serves the American economy and reflets the American dream." *2

"Elaine Chao and John Ensign are two of the most comtemporary heroes who have realized the Ameican Dream which was encouraged for a long time by U. S. Senator Harry Reid. Under the spiritual leadership of them, WBTI has a bright endeavor for its proclamation and creed on the belief that the encouragement and promotion of academic research, community service, and humane spirit will bring our effort for a peaceful and prosperous community," said Christine Hu, Esq. at the time when she was informed of her appointment as an Assistant Fellow of the Public Administration Institution (PAI) by WBTI on December 16, 2003.*3

People are interested in having a little more understanding about the successful story of U. S. Senator John Ensign after they read the above expression by Christine. It's our pleasure to offer our viewers more about it by reprinting the following two articles:
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John Ensign honored as Vice Chairman of the Advisory Board of WBTI
By Tiffany Chang

North Las Vegas Justice Court Judge-elect Natalie Tyrell once wrote a letter of appreciation to Dr. Tony Lei from her Office, "....I want to share with you my favorite quote. It is by the great Winston Churchill. It exemplifies the driving force by which I start out each day. He said, 'We all make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.' ...." By the act of love itself, we are enriched. Love in action is service above self. We encourage people to make service a part of our characters and experience the abundant reward that comes from serving others.

U. S. Senator-elect John Ensign's great-grandfather first came to Nevada almost a hundred years ago as a miner and labored in its towns. This respectable man worked hard to provide for his family and taught his children the value of hard work, integrity, and independence. "The significance of life is to build and educate the continuous lives of the universe," said Dr. Tony Lei, President of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI). People came to America to seek the American dream. Even though not all of them can realize their American dream, eventually they could teach and help their children accomplish their contributions to our country.

As a born-again Christian, people have been inspired by his sincererity, humbleness, and credibility much more than just his wealthy and handsome appearance now. On October 15, John attended the worship service of the Liberty Baptist Church. He offered a short speech of testifmony. He said that he was very frustrated with his first taste of political failure, when he lost by a mere 428 votes to U. S. Senator Harry Reid. However, he believes God and has surrendered his fate to God. John's faith in God helped him to overcome his frustration and disappointment and enabled him to continue to strive to succeed. The Bible says "...though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that your faith - of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire - may be proved genuine and may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed (1 Peter 1:6-7)". If a window was closed, God might re-open the window or even open a different door for those who are eager to utilize his or her knowledge and expertise to serve. As all Christians acknowledge - with God, anything is possible.

People believed with John that he said, "I have the passion for the fight and the unshakable belief that together we can build a better Nevada." In the Pastor Teis' meeting Office, John agreed with Dr. Tony Lei, also a born-again Chrisitan, that WBTI would honor him as Advisor and Vice Chairman of its Advisory Board. In the first paragraph of this column on September 15, it is stated that on September 7, U. S. Senate Candidate John Ensign wrote: "Please accept my best wishes as you come together in celebration of the Thai Performaning Arts, Appreciation Day 2000. The importance of sharing culture through art and festivities that bring people together serves to enhance all of us more by enriching our lives with the diversity of people and their customs. I especially would like to extend my appreciation to Dr. Tony T. Lei for his commitment and enthusiastic support of the Thai Performing Arts." John received Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree form the Colorado State University in 1985. He accepted Dr. Tony Lei's invitation as a Guest Speaker to talk about protecting Social Security and Medicare for our Nevadan seniors at a Forum held by Seniors United. He believes that America must honor its words to seniors. His scholastic and gentle appearance has won a lot of applause and respect.

In community service, Dr. Tony Lei's hero is the great servant who has given all for the betterment of others' lives. Let our candles fuel a fire that will fan out an ever-lasting circles. With these circles together we can close our eyes and envision a community that is safe, peaceful, and healthy. 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-elect 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 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 guidance. I am also fortunate to have met you and your wife, Judy, because you are both active and dynamic individuals in the community. Your accomplishments and achievements 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." 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 spendid 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 society," Dr. Tony Lei stated.

In Seniors United, we shall have a nice celebrating party for Christmas with good entertainment. We invited heartfeltly all our members and friends to join us a joyful reunion. Wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!*4
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John Ensign: a born-again Christian
By Tiffany Chang

It is not very possible for anybody all the way with good luck from the beginning to the end of his or her whole life. One will enevitably face somekind of frustration. The attitude that one holds in facing one's frustration will, nevertheless, decide what would be his or her fate to be followed. If anybody gives up soon after he or she gets a frusration or difficulty, then the following days for his or her life will most probably be in dead end.

John Ensign has been impressived as a handsome, strong, and rich man. He has been long time identified as son of big casino leading figure of Mandalay Bay. John believes the struglling effort to success. He used to remind us of his humble beginnings. His mother was a change girl in Reno. Supporting three children with no help from her ex-husband when she met and married Mike Ensign. She went on to become a person and now she is the wife of famous Chairman of Mandalay Bay Group. John's great-grandfather first came to Nevada almost a hundred years ago as a miner and labored in its towns. This respectable man worked hard to provide for his family and teach his children the value of hard work, integrity, and independence. "The significance of life is to build and educate the continuous lives of the universe," said Dr. Tony Lei, President of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI). People came to here even not being able for all of them to realize their American dream but eventurely they could teach and help their children accomplish their contributions for our country.

John's wife, Darlene, encouraged him into his first political race for Congress. Earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Colorado State University in 1995, his scholarstic and gentle appearance has won lots of applause and respect from knowledgeable ladies in social activities. It was when he was attending veterinarian school that John became a born-again Christian. He was urging by Darlene to become involved in a men's Christian group.

In the first paragraph of this column on September 15, it stated that on September 7, U. S. Senate Candidate John Ensign wrote: "Please accept my best wishes as you come together in celebration of the Thai Performaning Arts, Appreciation Day 2000. The importance of sharing culture through art and festivities that bring people together serves to enhance all of us more by enriching our lives with the diversity of people and their customs. I especially would like to extend my appreciation to Dr. Tony T. Lei for his commitment and enthusiantic support of the Thai Performing Arts." He accepted Dr. Tony Lei's invitation as a Guest Speaker to talk about protecting Social Security and Medicare for our Nevadan seniors at a Forum held by Seniors United. He believes that America must honor its word to seniors.

On October 15, John attended the worship service of the Liberty Baptist Church. He offered a short speech of testifmony. He said that he was so frustrated of his first time to taste political failure, when he lost by a mere 428 votes to U. S. Senator Harry Reid. He believes God. He has surrenderring his fate to God. As a born-again Christian, people has inspired of his sincererity, humbleness, and credibility much more than just of his appearance now. In the Pastor Teis' meeting Office, John agreed with Dr. Tony Lei that WBTI would honor him as Advisor (effective on 10/17) and Vice Chairman (effective on 11/08 when elected as Senator) of its Advisory Board. If a window was closed, God might re-open the window or even open a door for the people who is eager to utilize his or her knowledge and expertise to serve. The matter is that we should believe God. Congretulations! Republican U.S. Senator-elect Honorable John Ensign.

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. "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 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 guidance. I am also fortunate to have met you and your wife, Judy, because you are both active and dynamic individuals in the community. Your accomplishments and achievements 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," wrote District (Family) Court Judge-elect Cheryl Moss to Dr. Tony Lei. Power in politics should have a direction that power based on knowledge is the power of righteousness. We wish that a pure fountain may prosper and enrich our spendid 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 society," Dr. Tony Lei points out.*5

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References

*1. GSBPA of WBTI is the initial of the Graduate School of Business and Public Administration of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. Keen, Judy; and Drinkard, Jim. 'Debate erupts on foreign workers,' "USA Today," January 8, 2004.
*3. Moss, Cheryl; and Chang, Tiffany. 'Christine Hu appoints Assistant Fellow of the PAI by WBTI,' "Newsbrief of WBTI," (December 16, 2003), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.
*4. Chang, Tiffany. 'John Ensign honored Vice Chairman of the Advisory Board of WBTI,' "Nevada Examiner," (2000), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.
*5. Chang, Tiffany. 'John Ensign: a born-again Christine,' "Nevada Examiner," (2000), Las Vegas: WBTI.

Tue, 2 Nov 2004 13:47:12 -0800
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 2, 2004 Contact Greg Bortolin or John Trent 775-684-5670

Gov. Guinn Statement On Death Of Marine PFC. John Lukac

CARSON CITY - Gov. Kenny Guinn has issued the following statement regarding the death of Marine Pfc. John Lukac, a 2003 Durango High School of Las Vegas graduate who was killed Saturday when a car bomb exploded on the outskirts of Fallujah in the Anbar province of Iraq:

“Dema and I extend our deepest sympathies, our thoughts and prayers, to the family of Marine Pfc. John Lukac, a brave young Nevadan who was killed in action in Iraq. John was only 19 years old, but his worldview extended well beyond his years, as he was the son of Czechoslovakian immigrants. His service and sacrifice in the line of duty is especially poignant this week as we exercise one of our country’s great freedoms - the right to vote. We should all offer our prayers of thanks to this courageous young man, who died so that others could be free.”

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

Mon, 1 Nov 2004 13:39:47 -0800
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 1, 2004 Contact Greg Bortolin or John Trent 775-684-5670

CARSON CITY - Gov. Kenny Guinn announced today that the State of Nevada will receive more than $11 million - $2.3 million per year for five years - to reduce youth substance abuse-related problems in communities, including underage drinking.

The funding is from the federal Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).

“This grant supports the previous $9 million received in 2002 to continue to address the problems of substance abuse among our youth in Nevada, at the community level, especially targeting underage drinking,” Gov. Guinn said. “I am especially proud of the Nevada State Health Division’s Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Abuse efforts in obtaining this grant. Nevada is one of only 19 states receiving this funding.”

About 85 percent of funds awarded through the incentive grant program are directed to support the work of community-based programs; 15 percent will support oversight, evaluation and epidemiological expenses.

The grant will continue through 2009.

· Media Contact: Maria D. Canfield, Chief, Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Abuse at (775) 684-4190 or Martha Framsted, Health Division Public Information Officer, (775) 684-401

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

Thursday, October 21, 2004

Washington, D.C. – Service groups in Nevada will provide more volunteers through AmeriCorps thanks to several grants announced today by Senator Harry Reid.

Four centers in Nevada will receive separate grants totaling $555,909 that will provide monthly stipends to volunteers who are members of AmeriCorp, a nationwide service network that engages more than 50,000 Americans each year in education, public safety, health, and the environment.

The organizations that received funding are:

Family Resource Center of Northeastern Nevada, Elko, NV -- $84,710
Parasol Community Foundation, Incline Village, NV -- $124,000
Boys and Girls Club of Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV -- $124,000
ComputerCorps, Carson City, NV -- $223,199
“These people give their time and energy to serve our children, the hungry and families in trouble,” said Reid. “This money provides for service-workers where Nevada needs them most.”

It is our pleasure to post the following article:

U. S. Senator Harry Reid fights for our people and country
By GSBPA of WBTI*2 (On May 7, 2004)

Assistant Democratic Leader of the U. S. Senate and Senator Harry Reid has made a difference for Nevada. From humble beginnings in the tiny town of Searchlight, Nevada to the second highest ranking Democrat in the United States Senate, he has distinguished himself as a fighter for Nevadans and all American families in the corridors of power in Washington, D. C..

"Recognizing his trajectory in public service, the Las Vegas Sun said Reid 'has gone from underdog to Senate's top dog.' Parade Magazine, the nation's largest weekly identified Senator Reid as one of a handful of leaders in Washington who possess 'integrity and guts.'*3

"Since Nevadans elected him to the Senate in 1986, Harry Reid has developed a reputation as a consensus builder and an accomplished legislator. Even his Republican colleagues praise his reasoned, balanced approach. After Nevadans sent Harry Reid to the Senate for a third term in 1998, he was elected by his colleagues to serve as the Assistant Democratic Leader, also known as the Democratic 'Whip.' Reid provides valuable leadership to the U.S. Senate by guiding legislation through the Senate and securing the votes to pass key measures. The respected Washington publication National Journal observed that 'Senator Reid has quietly elevated a long dormant post.'

"In fact, Harry Reid has earned the trust of both Democrats and Republicans, and his reputation for integrity and fairness has given the small state of Nevada a strong voice in Congress."*4

Since entering the Senate in 1986, Senator Reid has assembled an impressive legislative and leadership record for the people of Nevada. Senator Reid has consistently fought for the rights and interests of children, families, and workers. In education, he has worked to reverse Nevada's school dropout rate by sponsoring legislation to establish a national program for dropout prevention. He has fought to bring much-needed funding for construction of schools and for hiring more qualified teachers in Nevada. In health care, Harry Reid has fought for the Patient's Bill of Rights as well as increased funding for cancer research, suicide prevention, and mental health initiatives. Harry has also fought for issues concerning senior citizens, including prescription drug coverage, long term care, and Social Security.

"Working hard to protect Nevada's environment, Senator Reid has established programs to preserve clean air and water, especially in Nevada's treasured Lake Tahoe. In addition, Senator Reid has fought vigorously and successfully to keep nuclear waste out of Nevada. Citizens of Nevada benefit each day from the transportation funds Senator Reid fought to provide. Taken together, the work and achievements of Senator Reid have changed the face of Nevada for the better."*5

On October 22, 2000, U. S. Senator Harry Reid received the "Outstanding Democrat of the Decade" 1990's Award from the Paradise Democratic Club of Las Vegas (PDCLV) at the Skyview Room of the Bally's Casino and Hotel, Las Vegas. In the Program, the National Anthem was sung by Rose McKinny James. The Event was chaired by the President of PDCLV, John Ponticello. He introduced participants of all the elected officers, leaders of unions, persons campaigned for public service, among others. The Keynote Speaker was Senator Harry Reid. Special Speakers were U. S. Senator Richard Bryan, U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley, and U. S. Senate Candidate Ed Bernstein. Comments were offered by Rory Reid, Nevada State Democratic Party Chairman, and Danny Thompson, Secretary/Treasurer of Nevada State AFL-CIO.

The heightlight of the Event and Party was the presentation of the Outstanding Democrat of the Decade Award to U.S. Senator Harry Reid by the President of Paradise Democratic Club of Las Vegas, John Ponticello. U. S. Senator Reid graduated from Utah State University in 1961. He received Juris Doctor degree from George Washington University. On April 10, 1998, he was honored as Advisor and Vice Chairman of the Advisory Board of Washington Business and Technology Institute.*6

"Asian Pacific American have made profound contributions to American life, including the arts, economy, education, science, technology, politics, and sport. This community was here to help build trascontinental railroad, to serve in the Civil War, and to develop the latest Internet technology. I'm pleased to assure all you leaders of the community here today that I'll continue working to preserve and advance the heritage and value of Asian Americans. I'll put my effort to reach out and address issues of importance to the Asian American community, including the economy, education, safety, racial profiling, and hate crime, and immigration, among others. I'd like also to show my appreciation of all your accomplishments and contributions to the American way of life and your oustanding participation in the political, business , and educational processes. It's my pleasure to accept the honor as Professor of Administrative Strategies of the Graduate School of Business and Public Administration of Washington Business and Technology Institute," said Harry Reid, U. S. Senator and Assistant Democratic Leader of the Senate at Asian American Leaders Tea with United States Senator Harry Reid on May 31, 2003 at Korean Garden B. B. Q. House in Las Vegas.*7

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References

*1. PAI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. GSBPA is the initial of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration (GSBPA) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*3. Office of the Assistant Democratic Leader. 'Meet U. S. Senator Harry Reid,' "A search from yahoo.com at Yahoo!" Washington, D. C.: Office of the Assistant Democratic Leader Harry Reid.
*4. Ibid.
*5. Ibid.
*6. PAI of WBTI. 'Outstanding Democrat of the year 2003 -- Assembly Majority Leader Barbara Burckley,' "Newsbrief of WBTI," (March 2, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.
*7. GSBPA of WBTI. 'U. S. Senator Harry Reid fights for oue people,' "PPAA18 of WBTI," (March 26, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada:
WBTI.

Sunday, October 31, 2004
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

JOHN L. SMITH: From wide open spaces to neon places, Nevada celebrates 140th birthday

Bust out of the neon-juiced hyperbole of Las Vegas, and Nevada stretches beyond a blazing horizon and into a scarlet sunset. Snakes and coyotes flash in the mind's eye as you head north with only the headlamps to light the road ahead.

Suddenly, your senses get that tequila tingle. As the roaring desert silence and sage-scented air wash over, you wonder which is the real Nevada: the audacious excess of Las Vegas or the equally surreal big empty of the open road?

The answer is both.

On Nevada's 140th birthday, it's time to celebrate each reality.

This is an oddly urban place, with most of the state's 2.2 million residents crowded into the Las Vegas Valley, and most of the rest residing in Reno. The state's 110,000 square miles are essentially wide open.

Outside the gambling gold mines of Las Vegas and Reno, Nevada's economic history is riddled with boom and bust. Ghost towns with names such as Aurora and Manhattan give silent testimony to prosperity that played out with the claims. In Eureka, Ely and Elko, the economic pulse still rises and falls with the price of gold.

Even at 140, the Silver State fights for respect. It remains known for its handsome 19th-century stone courthouses and its lawless, pariah reputation. Nevada won statehood in 1864 because of the Union's need for Comstock silver, and I'd swear we've been trying to prove ourselves ever since.

When it legalized gambling in 1931, newspapers called for the revocation of our statehood. It was scorned for its quickie divorces and legalized brothels, but today Las Vegas epitomizes the American Carnivale, and 48 states have embraced forms of legalized gambling. America doesn't blush as it imitates Nevada.

We haven't lost our defiant streak. With 86 percent of the state under federal supervision, there's a deep well of anti-government sentiment, especially in the northern Cow Counties, where ranchers and miners battle to keep open their arid range and wilderness roads.

The state's low-tax landscape and libertarian political ethic have created a stage for dreamers and grifters, entrepreneurs and immigrants. This is where America's gambling racket bosses sought sanctuary from the government only to have corporate titans move in and make them look like rubes.

After 140 years, the fortune-seekers and immigrants still come. In the past decade, the state saw the greatest percentage increase in small business startups and Hispanic population in the nation.

Imagine a land that gave rise to the Paiute mystic Wovoka and the early creative writing of Mark Twain, was the scene of comebacks by Elvis and Sinatra, and gave great meaning to Wayne Newton, and you're beginning to get the picture. Nevada has rhinestone cowboys in Las Vegas and genuine buckaroos in Lamoille.

State Archivist Guy Rocha, raised in Las Vegas, found his calling in Carson City near his beloved Lake Tahoe. "We've got highly dense areas where people live, and we've got areas where they tell you you can't find gas for 100 miles," he observes. "If you're a city dweller, you need to get on the road. You need to see all these places around you."

This long, strange Nevada trip will take you down the world's gaudiest street and all the way to U.S. Highway 50, "the Loneliest Road in America."

And where else will you find more than 200 mountain ranges, two of the planet's harshest deserts, the largest man-made lake in the West, and one of the deepest lakes in the world? Only here.

It's a haven for Earth's oldest trees, the country's largest concentration of wild horses, and possibly the future home of the nation's nuclear waste repository at Yucca Mountain. Opposition to the project has been a unifying hill to die for in this politically divided state.

In the end, most roads lead back to Las Vegas, the world's watering hole. Nevada poet Kirk Robertson writes, "You wonder what you'll do when you reach the edge of the map out there on the horizon, all that neon beckoning you in from the dark."

There's only one sure way to find out.

(A version of this column appeared as the introduction to "Nevada 24/7," a 50-state photo essay book project created by Rick Smolan and David Elliot Cohen.)

John L. Smith's column appears Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. E-mail him at Smith@reviewjournal.com or call 383-0295.

New Plan To Address Challenges of Middle Class Families

September 22, 2004

(Washington, DC -- September 22, 2004) U.S. Representative Shelley Berkley*2 (D-NV) joined other House Democrats and Americans from across the country today in unveiling the New Partnership for America's Future. The new agenda was developed by House Democrats to address the needs of today's middle class families, including safe communities, good jobs and affordable health care.

"The Partnership for America's Future is based on six core values: prosperity, national security, fairness, community, opportunity and accountability. House Democrats have crafted proposals to improve homeland security, reduce health care costs, support our veterans, create jobs and address the challenges families face each day. Democrats are united and we are committed to taking the bold steps necessary to strengthen the middle class," Berkley said.

"Security in our hometowns means first responders who are well trained and well equipped, and Democrats will provide the funding to ensure our police and firefighters can get the job done," Berkley said. "And we will expand cargo screening for our airlines and at American seaports and continue to strengthen our border security."

"These policies will mean help for families in Las Vegas and across our nation struggling with the rising cost of health care, for seniors who cannot afford high-priced prescription medicines and for individuals who lack access to insurance. And it will mean fairness for our veterans still waiting for an end to the disabled veterans tax and waiting in line to access the VA benefits they were promised in return for their service to the nation," said Berkley.

Berkley joined with fellow House Democrats in a rally on the steps of the U.S. Capitol this morning to introduce the New Partnership for American's Future, which includes a strong emphasis on homeland security.

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*1. PAI is the initial of Public Administration Institution of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. About U.S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley (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抯 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. Her emphasis is enhancing the 2004 mission of WBTI:
(1). To encourage and promote academic research, community service, humane spirit, and educational programs. (2). To launch and participate events and projects for the development and cooperation of tourism, education, business, and culture. We are pleased to welcome her good wishes to all our citizens, residents, and visitors of Nevada that "I look forward to continuing my service in Congress and shall endeavor to serve in the manner that merits your
confidence in me."

WBTI was honored by China Business Chain, Inc. (CBCI), Shangshai People's Municipal Goverment Cooperation Office (SPMGCO), and China State Development and Planning Commission as Organizer of Nevada Expo Mission to China to attend the Annual International Mayors for City Development Forum and Shanghai International Industrial Fair and Yangtze Investment Project Expo. Joined together with the invitation by Xiamen, Fukien, China for the cooperation of education and business between Fukien and Nevada, WBTI will organize a sound team joined by many high-ranking officials both of Nevada and California. U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley, Nevada Lt. Governor Lorraine Hunt, and Las Vegas City Mayor Oscar Goodman have been honored by WBTI, CBCI, SPMGCO, and World American Scholastic Placement (WASP) in California as Honorable Chairpersons of Nevada Expo Mission to China.

"Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart,
and the pleasantness of one's friend
springs from his earnest counsel,"
Proverbs 27:9 of the Bible taught us; and
"He who loves a pure heart
and whose speech is gracious
will have the king for his friend,"
Proverb 22:11 of the Bible inspired us again.

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).

Fri, 29 Oct 2004 09:21:43 -0700
Dear Management Partners,

As a valued friend of the Graziadio School, I'm pleased to invite you to a series of special receptions to be hosted this November throughout our Southern California campuses. These receptions are designed to bring together the Graziadio School community to celebrate our past and look forward to an exciting future.

This year, in fact, marks the 35th anniversary of the business school. And as we commemorate this wonderful benchmark, we are undertaking a number of changes to ensure that we continue the good work that began more than three decades ago.

One significant change is the creation of a new Alumni & Career Resources department. This department reflects a merger between Advancement & Alumni Relations and Career Resources. The decision to merge was based on the opportunity to enhance services and communications to two of our largest constituencies - students and alumni.

I have assumed leadership of the newly formed Alumni & Career Resources department and look forward to the opportunity to introduce myself and members of my team to you at each reception. In addition, I'm pleased to announce that Dean Linda Livingstone will also be in attendance to meet with Management Partners and update you on new initiatives at the school.

Learn more about upcoming Management Partners events and provide us with feedback on what resources would be most beneficial to you. The networking receptions will be held from 5:00 - 7:00pm on the following dates and locations:

November 2 Westlake Village Graduate Campus

November 4 West Los Angeles Graduate Campus

November 15 Irvine Graduate Campus

November 16 Pasadena Graduate Campus

Visit http://www.bschool.pepperdine.edu/alumni/events/ to register for this free event!

Thank you for giving back so generously to the Graziadio School through Management Partners. I look forward to meeting you!

All the best,

Nicole Hall

Director, Alumni & Career Resources

[(NEVADA CELEBRATES ITS 140TH BIRTHDAY THIS WEEKEND
CORRECTION) Due to an editor’s error, a previous Governor’s e-mail incorrectly stated that federal offices would be closed on Nevada Day. Federal offices will be open and state offices will be closed on Friday, October 29, 2004.]

The State of Nevada will mark its admittance into the union and commemorate 140 years of statehood this weekend, October 29 through October 31, with a number of family-oriented and fun events in Carson City.

Some of the events included in this weekend’s celebration are:

On Friday, October 29, Nevada’s schools and federal and state offices will be closed in observance of Nevada Day.

On Saturday, October 30, Carson City’s annual Nevada Day Parade will start at 10 a.m. and continue until about 1 p.m. The parade route will begin at the intersections of William and Carson Streets and will end at the intersections of Stewart and Carson Streets. The Annual Chili Feed, a longtime Carson tradition that is free to the public and is hosted by State Treasurer Brian Krolicki and I, will be held from noon to 2 p.m. in the Carson Nugget’s Banquet Center, 507 North Carson Street. Later, First Lady Dema Guinn and I will welcome the public to the Governor’s Mansion from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. The Governor’s Mansion is really the people’s mansion, and Dema and I thoroughly enjoy this annual public visit that showcases the history and significance of this beautiful, storied structure.

On Sunday evening, October 31, Dema and I will begin handing out Halloween goodies to our state’s younger ghouls and goblins at the Governor’s Mansion. We will start handing out goodies at about 5 p.m.

As a special treat this weekend, I would also like to encourage all of you to pay a visit to the exhibit gallery in the Nevada State Library and Archives to view the Sarah Winnemucca sculpture between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Nationally recognized sculptor Benjamin Victor is putting the final touches on the Sarah Winnemucca sculpture before its installation in the National Statuary Hall Collection in our nation’s Capitol. This remarkable statue is the result of the combined efforts of Nevada’s Department of Cultural Affairs and the Nevada Women’s History Project.

Nevada is proud to be one of the few states in the country where its citizens take the time to observe and celebrate its statehood. May all of you enjoy a safe and happy Nevada Day Weekend.

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*1. About Governor Kenny Guinn (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. He was named Superintendent of Schools in Clark County and served with distinction in that position until 1978.

In his work for the Clark County School District, Guinn was recognized as an effective administrator committed to educational excellence at a time when the county was experiencing exponential student growth. His service to Clark County students was honored when Kenny C. Guinn Junior High School was named for him.

In 1978, Guinn began applying his management skills in business as Administrative Vice President for Nevada Savings and Loan in Las Vegas, which later became PriMerit Bank. At PriMerit, he was appointed as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Las Vegas-based bank. Soon thereafter, Guinn was recruited to the energy business as the President of Southwest Gas Corporation and eventually became Chairman of the Board of Directors of that utility in 1993.

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.

In addition to his one-year term at UNLV, Guinn served the state in leadership roles on a variety of committees and commissions, including the Clark County Community College Advisory Committee, the UNLV Foundation Board of Trustees, the White House Conference on Children and Youth, among others.

Guinn has also worked in his community in a variety of volunteer roles, ranging from involvement in the Boy Scouts and Pop Warner Football to the United Way of Southern Nevada and the Southern Nevada Independent Youth Athletic Association.

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 Guinn is now the Governor of Nevada, U. S. A. at his second term.