"Since its IPO on Aug. 19, Google has seen one of the most impressive runups in share price since the heyday of the dot-com era - a 114 percent jump from its offering price as of Tuesday's close. But unlike the dot-com era, few investors seem to be cashing out for the quick buck," reported the Las Vegas Review-Journal on October 27, 2004.*2

"The number of people who have bought Google and held on to it is really surprising," said Jeff Seely, chief executive officer of Sharebuilder.com, an online brokerage that allows individual investors to accumulate shares through regular partial payments. "It's a new stock, but it's regularly in our top 10 stocks that our customers want to accumulate."

"Seely said that of the more than 5,000 Sharebuilder.com customers who have accumulated Google stock, only 13 percent have sold part or all of their shares," the newspaper continued. "I think it shows a lot of maturity among investors, and it certainly shows that Google has matured as a stock," Seely said.*3

"Google Inc. on Thursday became the first tech heavyweight to tackle the daunting task of uncluttering computers, introducing a program that quickly scours hard drives for documents, e-mails, instant messages and past Web searches," reported MICHAEL LIEDTKE, an AP Business Writer, on October 15, 2004.*4

"UNLESS YOU'VE BEEN LIVING IN A CAVE, you've seen enormous changes in communications technology over the past two decades. From orbiting satellites routing long distance phone calls to email to undreamed-of growth of the Internet, the age of communicating online, using computers and networks, is upon us all," stated at the first paragraphy of the 'Introduction' of the book, "How to say it online: everything you need to know to master the new language of cyberspac," written by Kim Baker and Sunny Baker.*5

"And what could be better news? To keep in touch, there's nothing faster or cheaper than email. To gain access to information and people, the power of online communication expands your reach from the local to the global. To meet new friends and even romance a potential life partner, online venues provide rich opportunities (if you know the right things to say and the best way to say them). At school, the Internet places volumes of knowledge on ever subject at your fingertips, and at work, computer networks make business communication more efficient than ever." *6

Whether you are in business or in non-profit organization, you need to have a Web site. This seems to be a common wisdom in now- a-days. Think seriously about the needs of your market before you go onto the Web to make more money for business, to develop better non-profit organization, or to contribute to more community service. "It's hard to believe that Fred's Service Station really needs a Web Site to reap new profits. However, for some businesses and professional service firms, the Internet and web to gether offer viable marketing and distribution opportunities. Software companies, online magazines, and email order businesses can do quite well from the Web --- if the owners know how to say the right things on their sites. The Secrets of a Successful Web Site: Just having a site on the Web will do almost nothing to sell your products or services. To promote your Web site, there are three things you must do: (1). You must register your Web site with the best search engines. (2). You should consider using the many free and not free advertising opportunities on the Web. (3) You should search the Web regularly for competitive and related sites, where you can attach a link to your site."*7 To be more successful for your Web site, you need to be favored by the famous search engine services like Yahoo! (www.yahoo.com), Aol! (www.aol.com), Google! (www.google.com), Infoseek! (www.infoseek.com), among others.

"With the free desktop program, Google hopes to build upon the popularity of its Internet-leading search engine and become even more indispensable to the millions of people who entrust the Mountain View-based company to find virtually anything online. The new product, available at http://desktop.google.com , ups the ante in Google's intensifying battle with software giant Microsoft Corp. and Yahoo Inc., which owns the world's second most popular search engine," Writer MICHAEL LIEDTKE continued.*8

"There is no longer any such thing as a purely national economy. The rest of the world is just too big to ignore, either as a market or as a competitor. If business schools do nothing other than to train their students to think internationally, they would have accomplished an important task," said John Young, CEO, Hewlett-Packard.*9

Innovation is the key to success, managers are looking everywhere in the global organization for new ideas. Modern companies would view Information technology (IT) as a major competitive differentiator. Strategic businesses emphazise the ueses of information technology for management. International companies develop their global IT platforms by integrating worldwide hardware, software, and Internet-based network architecture. Commuunication technology, for example the teleconferencing and computer networks, is making it possible for people from subsidiaries around the world to work together on project.

Many business are becoming global companies and moving toward transnational e-business strategies in which they integrate the global business activities of their subsidiaries and headquarters. The international dimemsions of managing global e-business technologies include dealing with cultural, political, and geoeconomic challenges posed by various countries for global marketplace. The e-business technologies are changing the distribution, relatonships, resources, and responsibilities of managers. Information Technology is helping managers of e-business to eliminate layers of amangement, enabling more collaborative forms of management, providing them with significant information technology resources, and confront them with major e-business and e-commerce challenge.

Innovation is the key to success, managers are looking everywhere in the global organization for new ideas. Modern companies would view Information technology (IT) as a major competitive differentiator. Strategic businesses emphazise the ueses of information technology for management. International companies develop their global IT platforms by integrating worldwide hardware, software, and Internet-based network architecture. Commuunication technology, for example the teleconferencing and computer networks, is making it possible for people from subsidiaries around the world to work together on project.*10

In order to keep the online universe a productive, safe, communicative environment, it is interesting and worth to post the ten commandments for computer ethics. They were created by the Computer Ethics Institute: (1). Thou shalt not use a computer to harm other people. (2). Thou shalt not interfere with other people's computer work. (3). Thou shalt not snoop around in other people's files. (4). Thou shalt not use a computer to steal. (5). Thou shalt not use a computer to bear false witness. (6). Thou shalt not use or copy softwear for which you have not paid. (7). Thou shalt not use other people's computer resources without authorization. (8). Thou shalt not appropriate other people's intellectual output. (9). Thou shalt think about the social consequences of the program you write. (10). Thou shalt use a computer in ways that show consideration and respect.

A sucessful businessperson always know the old rule that says "It's easier to keep an existing customer than to find a new one." In online customer relationships, this rule is just as important. Your goal should not only to get new visitors, but to cultivate your customer base to yield repeat sales, services, and referrals from satisfied purchasers, clients, and patronagers. "Besides a good product or service, there are only three things you need for successful online customer relations: strong communication, common courtesy, and exemplary customer service. Unfortunately, these old-fashioned values are often missing in many companies' online promotional communication." *11

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References

*1. GSBPA of WBTI is the initial of Graduate School of Business and Public Administration of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI).
*2. LVRJ. "Business section of the Las Vegas Review-Journal," (October 27, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: Las Vegas Review-Journal.
*3. Ibid.
*4. LVRJ. 'Google Launches PC Hard-Drive Search Tool,' "reviewjournal.com of LVRJ," (October 16, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: Communitylink of reviewjournal.com.
*5. Baker, Kim; and Baker, Sunny. (2001), "How to say it online: everything you need to know to master the new language of cyberspace," Paramus, New Jersey: Pretice Hall.
*6. Ibid.
*7. Ibid.
*8. LVRJ. Ibid.
*9. Ball, Donald A, and McCulloch, Jr., Wendell H. (2003) International Business --- The Challenge of Global Competition," Chicago: McGraw-Hill Irvin.
*10. O'Brien, James A. (2003) "Introduction to Information Systems," Boston, N. Y.: McGraw-Hill Irvin.
*11. Baker, Kim; and Baker, Sunny. Ibid.

Wednesday, October 27, 2004
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN: Thousands cheer Kerry in LV
Democrat makes his seventh visit to Silver State
By ERIN NEFF
REVIEW-JOURNAL

Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry, in his seventh campaign trip to Nevada, addresses a crowd during a rally Tuesday at Jaycees Park.
Photo by John Locher. (Check with the newspaper please.)
Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev., introduces Democratic presidential candidate Sen. John Kerry, D-Mass., during a rally Tuesday at Jaycees Park in Las Vegas.
Photo by K.M. Cannon. (Check with the newspaper please.)

Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry used his seventh visit to Nevada to tell supporters Tuesday that "hope is on the way" if they vote for him.

Just seven days before the election, Kerry opened his 20-minute stump speech at Jaycees Park by saying he had asked Nevada Sen. Harry Reid who the best magician in Las Vegas was: David Copperfield or Lance Burton.

"He said, `Neither, it's George Bush,' " Kerry said. "He made our allies disappear. He cut jobs, sawed them right in half, and he made a huge deficit appear out of nowhere."

The Secret Service estimated the crowd inside the park reached 9,500. Another 2,000 outside the park roared with approval, waving signs that said, "7 more days to a fresh start" and "Nevada is Kerry Country."

Kerry hammered the Bush administration for this week's news that 380 tons of ammunition and explosives are missing from a stockpile in Iraq.

"George Bush has not made America safer," he said. "I will."

Kerry argued Bush didn't have a plan to guard ammo dumps or guard the country's borders.

"My friends, we deserve a commander in chief who knows how to make America safer and protect our troops," Kerry said.

He said the stolen explosives were the same kind "that took down Pan Am 103 and that blew up the USS Cole."

"Safer with them?" he posed. "Come on, folks."

Bush-Cheney regional spokeswoman Tracey Schmitt said Kerry was leveling "false attacks." She said the ammunition and explosives were already missing the day after the war began when the U.S. military went to secure the dump. ...................
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Media Advisory --- Nevada Gov. Kenny Guinn will hold signing ceremony
By Office of the Governor

Wed, 27 Oct 2004 08:07:48 -0700
<<10-27advisory.doc>>
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 27, 2004 Contact Greg Bortolin or John Trent 775-684-5670

CARSON CITY -Gov. Kenny Guinn will hold signing ceremony Thursday in the Governor¡¯s office that will begin the formal process of transferring Carson Lake and Pasture from the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation to the State of Nevada

¡¤ Who: Governor Kenny Guinn, U.S. Senator Harry Reid, Assistant Secretary of Interior for Water and Science Bennett Raley.

¡¤ What: Meeting to sign agreement to transfer ownership and management of federally owned Carson Lake and Pasture to the State of Nevada from Department of the Interior.

¡¤ When: 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28,2004.

¡¤ Where: Gov. Guinn's office, Capitol Building, 101 N. Carson St.

¡¤ Why: This transfer of ownership was authorized under the Truckee-Carson-Pyramid Lake Water Rights Settlement Act of 1990, Title II of Public Law 101-618, as approved by Congress. The property, located south of Fallon, includes nearly 10,000 acres of seasonal wetlands, and is home to a diversity of wildlife, including migratory waterfowl, bald eagle, white-faced ibis, long-billed dowitchers, and numerous other migratory birds. It is among one of the most productive wetland areas in North America, and has been designated internationally as a critical component of the Western Hemisphere Shorebird Reserve Network. The wetlands will be managed by the Nevada Department of Wildlife as a state wildlife management area and will be available for a variety of recreational uses, including bird watching, education and waterfowl hunting.

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

The Graduate School of Business and Public Administration (GSBPA) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) was established early in 2003. Drs. E. Lee Bernick and Keong Leong were appointed as Deans of the School by WBTI on March 11, 2003. "The mission of this School will emphasize the humanitarian orientation of public administration adn social responsibility of business management . Throuugh academic entrepreneurship, we may expect the endeavor of this school for the community service based on humane spirit, led by Chairperson Elaine Chao of WBTI," said Dr. Dina Titus, Professor of Administrative Strategies in GSBPA. Dina is a Senator of Nevada Senate and Adjunct Professor of Political Science of UNLV.*1

"Through the recommendation by our faculty members including District Judge Jessie Walsh and Clak County Sheriff Bill Young, Ms. Lynette Boggs McDonald has been appointed Adjunct Assistant Professor of the Graduate School of Business and Public Administration (GSBPA) of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) on October 21, 2004," announced Dr. John Wang, Spokesman of WBTI, on Friday, October 22, 2004 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

"It's my great pleasure to accept the task, responsibility, and practice," said Lynette McDonald at the time when she was informed by President of WBTI Dr. Tony Lei for the appointment. "With the capacity on adjunct basis, it's good for me to develop my entrepreneurial spirit by utilizing both my advanced education in public adminstration and practical experience in managerial responsibilities at UNLV."

A self-described "Army brat," Boggs McDonald spent her childhood on American Army bases in Germany and Italy, and has lived in Las Vegas for the last 13 years. She is a business graduate of the University of Notre Dame, attended the University of Oregon Graduate School of Journalism and received a Master's of Public Administration degree from UNLV.*2

From 1994 to 1997 Lynette served as the Assistant City Manager for the City of Las Vegas. She was the first woman to lead a city council ward in the history of the city of Las Vegas, receiving 70 percent of the vote in Ward 2 during the 2001 election. In April of 2004 she was appointed by Governor Guinn to serve as County Commissioner in District F. Having served over the past decade in local government makes her uniquely prepared to deal with the challenges facing her district and our community.

As our County Commissioner, Lynette is working with community stakeholders to update neighborhood master plans so that responsible and predictable land-use decisions can be made. She negotiated a land exchange with the BLM and a local developer to preserve Red Rock Canyon. When a developer failed to keep his commitment to donate land for a new school, she blocked his building permits until he made good on that promise. Lynette will continue fighting to ensure developers live up to their agreements with Clark County residents, especially on the issue of identifying sites for schools, fire stations, police substations and parks.*3

Clark County Commissioner Lynette Boggs McDonald was appointed by President Bush to serve on a national commission related to international study programs.

Boggs McDonald, a Republican appointed to the County Commission in March, said she is "honored and humbled" to be one of four people chosen by Bush for the Commission on the Abraham Lincoln Study Abroad Fellowship Program.*4

The commission will launch the new program, which is designed to expose Americans to international cultures, governments and economic systems, and which will probably work with the U.S. State Department.

"To encourage the cooperation and development of English and Chinese speaking countries with Nevada has been particularly important to our country at this critical period of time. The establishment of GSBPA will launch our effort that emphasizes the value of humane and administrative orientation. The creed of this School is both on the spirit of educational excellence and academic entrepreneurship. We're forecasting the smoth and efficient growth of this School together with the growth of the tourism industry and the economy of Nevada after the 911 and SARS," Dr. E. Lee Bernick, Dean of GSBPA, who is Professor and Chairman of the Department of Public Administration of UNLV, said at the Summer 2003 Symposium and Dinner Party. It was held by WBTI at the Zax Restaurant of Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino on May 19, 2003 in Las Vegas, Nevada.*5

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References

*1. Denton, Mark; Walsh, Jessie; Moss, Cheryl; and Chang, Tiffany. 'Our mutual cooperation and development between the officials and people will bring us a peaceful, happy, and healthy community,' "Newsbrief of WBTI," (February 7, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.
*2. Nelson, Sara. 'Accomplishments of Commissioner Lenette McDonald,' "An E-mail from Sara Nelson to WBTI," (October 21, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: Office Room of Nelson to McDonald.
*3. Ibid.
*4. Neff, Erin. 'Bush names Boggs McDonald to national commission ---New program aims to expose Americans to other cultures,' "A search of October 2, 2004 about WBTI website," (October 21, 2004), U. S. A.: Google.com.
*5. Reid, Rory; Moss, Cheryl; and Chang, Tiffany. 'Summer 2003 Symposium of WBTI is remarkable,' "Newsbrief of WBTI," (June 6, 2003), Las Vegas, Nevada: WBTI.

Tue, 26 Oct 2004 08:39:25 -0700
"Judi O'Leary" JUO@Co.Clark.NV.US
Good Morning,
The proclamation is done and can be picked up at the Clark County Government Center any time...or I can mail it to you, whichever you prefer. Just let me know!
Thanks,
Judi*2

It is our pleasure to post the following article with some modication (the renewal proclamation was given on October 26, 2004) after one year of the time:

Chief Justice Bill Maupin names Dr. Tony Lei as a 'Son of Nevada'*3
By Cheryl Moss, Jessie Walsh, and Tiffany Chang

It is not unusual here in Nevada to have an individual who always gives herself or himself to the work both for the people and in Lord, because she or he knows that her or his labor for the people and in Lord is not in vain. Whenever we do, work at it with all our heart, as working for the Lord, not solely for men, since we know that we will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward.

"WHEREAS, it is an honor and privileg for the Board of County Commissioners to recognize those extraordinary individuals, groups, or programs which enrich the lives of many in our community; and

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*4 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. (The above proclamation is a renewal at October 26, 2004. The paragraphs are an update.) As a humble and sincere American Coolie (hardworking man) like him, Dr. Tony Lei has given freely of his time, energy, knowledge, and talents, working on projects and events that contribute to the quality of life in Nevada and has dedicated himself to public service to not only the Asian Community but to all citizens. It's my great pleasure to name Dr. Tony Lei as a Son of Nevada," said the Chief Justice of Nevada Supreme Court William Maupin at the Celebration Party to "Nevada Examiner" and "Reviewjournal.com" at the Steak House of Binion's Horseshoe Club, Las Vegas on October 10, 2002. The Party was held by WBTI to celebrate William Maupin's being appointed as its Fellow of the Public Administration Institution (PAI) and as its Honorary Chairman of the Clark County District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC).

After the 911 last year, we need to encourage the launching of activities to promote and attract tourism, trade, and investment from foreign countries to Nevada by Dr. Tony Lei. He has been honored by Xiamen, Fukien, China; China Business Chain, Inc.; Shanghai People's Municipal Government Cooperation Office; and China State Development and Planning Commission as Chairman of Nevada Expo Mission to China to attend Sisters Universities Establishment Celebration; the Annual International Mayors for City Development Forum; and the Shanghai International Industrial Fair and Yangtze Investment Project Expo. Dr. Tony Lei will organize a sound team joined by many high-ranking officials both of Nevada and California. U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley, Lt. Governor Lorraine Hunt, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman have been honored by WBTI as Honorary Chairpersons of our Nevada Expo Mission to China.*5

The "Bible" inspired us that, "When God gives any man wealth and possesions, and enables him to enjoy them, to accept his lot and be happy in his work --- this is a gift of God."*6

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References

*1. GSBPA of WBTI is the initial of the Graduate School of Business and Administration of Washington Business and Technolofy Institute (WBTI).
*2. O'Leary, Judi. "An e-mail to Dr. Tony Lei from Secretary Judi O'Leary," (October 26, 2004). Las Vegas, Nevada: Clark County Commission.
*3. Moss, Cheryl; Walsh, Jessie; and Chang, Tiffany. 'Chief Justice Bill Maupin names Dr. Tony Lei as a 'Son of Nevada'', "Special Column of Nevada Exeaminer", (November 22, 2002), Las Vegas, Nevada, "Nevada Examiner".
*4. Board of County Commissioners. "A Proclamation to Dr. Tony Lei," (October 26, 2004), Las Vegas, Nevada: Clark County Board of Commissioners.
*5. Google.com. "A confirmative search on July 5, 2004 about the WBTI website," (October 21, 2004), U. S. A.: Google.com.
*6. Ecclesiastes 5:19, of the "Bible"

Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

Kerry to stump today in Nevada for seventh time

REVIEW-JOURNAL

Cate Edwards, daughter of vice presidential candidate John Edwards, greets volunteers Jennifer Avalos, 17, and Juan Hernandez, 17, as they erect banners at Jaycee Park for today's rally for Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry. Photo by John Gurzinski. (Check with the newspaper please.)
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, left, introduces President Bush at a Monday rally in Greeley, Colo. Giuliani is scheduled to speak today in Henderson.
ASSOCIATED PRESS. (Check with the newspaper please.)
Sheryl Crow is scheduled to perform today at a rally in Las Vegas for Sen. John Kerry.
ASSOCIATED PRESS. (Check with the newspaper please.)

Democratic presidential nominee John Kerry will make his seventh election-year trip to Nevada today with a large outdoor rally in Jaycee Park.

Sheryl Crow is scheduled to perform, and actor John Cusack will join James P. Hoffa, Teamsters International president, and Gerald McEntee, president of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, at the rally.

The event is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.

Gates open at 11:30 a.m., and those attending are advised to park at the Castaways at the Fremont and Atlantic streets parking lot. Enter the parking lot from Atlantic Street.

Free shuttle buses will provide transportation from the Castaways to the park at St. Louis and Eastern avenues.

Democrats plan to organize buses after the rally to take voters to early voting sites.

Kerry is scheduled to arrive in Las Vegas at about 1 p.m. at McCarran International Airport.

The rally is set for 2 to 3 p.m., rain or shine. Umbrellas will not be permitted at the rally.

Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani is scheduled to speak at 9 a.m. today in Henderson to rally supporters for President Bush and Congressman Jon Porter.

The event takes place at the Republican Party offices, 6126 S. Sandhill Road.

Friday, October 22, 2004
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

Music for the Masses
Monday's Radio Music Awards are an excuse to gather big names from all genres for live performances

By MIKE WEATHERFORD
REVIEW-JOURNAL

Janet Jacksonwill receive the Radio Legend Award on Monday night during the Radio Music Awards at the Aladdin.
Destiny's Child will perform "Lose My Breath" during the Radio Music Awards. (Check photos with the newspaper please.)

Las Vegas is so rich with entertainment and celebrity-spotting, locals hardly think twice about a star-studded awards show falling on a Monday.

But Las Vegas isn't the rest of the country, which makes Monday a prime TV night. "If you think of our target audience, most of them are not out partying on Monday night," says Paul Joseph, co-producer of the Radio Music Awards.

Hence, Joseph is fine with going up against "Monday Night Football" when the awards show originates from the Aladdin for its fifth year in Las Vegas and the second time on NBC.

The awards, chosen by radio programmers across the country, are an excuse to gather big names from all genres. Carson Daly hosts the show that includes performances from Chingy, Green Day, Tim McGraw, Usher and Big & Rich teaming with Gretchen Wilson.

Two of the stars preview new albums: Destiny's Child returns from a three-year break to perform "Lose My Breath," the hit lead-off single from "Destiny Fulfilled," due Nov. 23. And Elton John is set to sing "Answer in the Sky" from "Peachtree Road," due Nov. 9.

"We do believe in a stadium approach to the show, keeping it moving quickly and making sure the audience feels like they're watching a concert almost instead of a droned-out awards show," Joseph says.

The honors may mean more to the artists than viewers who are inundated with awards shows, which serve as TV's last real variety format.

"They know it comes from radio. I think that means a lot to them, because everything else is television giving the artists awards. This is the program directors and music directors," Joseph says.

Janet Jackson is set to receive the Radio Legend Award. Other presenters or celebrities appearing include Paris Hilton, Jessica Simpson, Clay Aiken, the Black-Eyed Peas, Kelly and Ozzy Osbourne and Carmen Electra.

Many of the celebrities are expected in town early for a Saturday party at Curve, which also will host the after-party for the show, which gets an early 6 p.m. start here to be in prime-time on the East Coast. (It will be tape-delayed for broadcast locally at 9 p.m.).

Joseph and co-producers Anthony Eaton, Von Freeman and Dave Broome came up with the awards concept through their Tall Pony Productions. They launched the show on the WB network in 1999 from Mandalay Bay, moving to ABC and the Aladdin the next year.

"It's been a fun ride," Joseph says. "Even though it doesn't yet have the glamour of the Oscars, in the music industry it's become a very powerful show in a very short time."

Nevada Gov. Guinn Applauds President Bush
For Signing American Jobs Creation Act of 2004
By Office of the Governor

Fri, 22 Oct 2004 16:10:45 -0700
<<10-22taxchange.doc>>
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 22, 2004 Contact Greg Bortolin or John Trent
775-684-5670

CARSON CITY - Gov. Kenny Guinn today said legislation signed today by President Bush will result in Nevada taxpayers saving $200 to $600 on their next tax return, depending on their tax brackets and filing status.

¡°President Bush today corrected a flaw in the tax law that saw Nevadans lose this deduction back in 1986,¡± Gov. Guinn said. ¡°Because Nevada is one of a handful of states that does not have a state income tax, we were penalized by Congress when the deduction was removed. As a result of this sweeping change, Nevadans could reap more than $100 million in savings.¡±

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

Sunday, October 24, 2004
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

EDITORIAL: For the House of Representatives
Newest Nevada congressional seat features the only real battle

Of Nevada's three congressional races, only one -- the 3rd Congressional District -- could be considered remotely competitive.

The 3rd District was created following the 2000 census. In the first contest for the seat, Republican Jon Porter easily bested the ethically challenged Dario Herrera by 19 points in 2002. Nevertheless, the district's demographics -- neither major party has a significant registration edge -- foster optimism among Democrats that Rep. Porter won't repeat his walkaway win of two years ago.

In his quest for a second term, Rep. Porter, an insurance salesman, ex-Boulder City mayor and former state lawmaker, faces onetime gaming executive Tom Gallagher, a Harvard law grad. Mr. Gallagher calls Rep. Porter a "scripted candidate" and argues he too often marches in lockstep with the Republican House leadership.

But Mr. Gallagher would raise taxes by scaling back the Bush tax cuts. He offers little in the area of reforming fundamentally flawed entitlement programs, such as Social Security. He says he doesn't want to just throw money at education, yet he supports Question 2, which would do precisely that without any regard for accountability. While he argues he wouldn't have a "mindless allegiance" to the Democratic Party, he offers few examples of where he differs with its left-wing agenda.

Rep. Porter, meanwhile, contends that there is a difference in political philosophy between him and Mr. Gallagher -- and of that there can be little doubt. Rep. Porter would be a much more reliable vote for tax relief, tax simplification and entitlement reform. The two also have a fundamental disagreement over the size and scope of the federal government, with Rep. Porter favoring a more limited role for Washington.

Both Mr. Gallagher and Rep. Porter are men of integrity. But on the issues, Rep. Porter's conservative outlook is more to our liking. We urge District 3 voters to re-elect Jon Porter.

In the 2nd Congressional District, which encompasses a portion of Clark County and the remainder of the entire state, Republican Rep. Jim Gibbons faces no serious opposition in his bid for a fifth term. Rep. Gibbons, a former military and commercial pilot, has been an ardent advocate for rural Nevada, seeking to wrest more land from federal control for economic development. He has long been a proponent of tax relief and market-oriented economic policies. Jim Gibbons is the obvious choice.

Incumbent Democrat Shelley Berkley is running against Republican Russ Mickelson in her bid to represent the 1st Congressional District for a fourth term. The district is heavily Democratic, meaning Mr. Mickelson, a retired Air Force officer, has an uphill battle.

Rep. Berkley has been a reliable foot soldier for House Democrats, but has broken ranks on a few occasions, embracing a smattering of tax cuts. She's a hard worker and a tireless communicator who makes herself accessible to her constituents. While we wish she would temper some of her more liberal views to better reflect the state she represents, Shelley Berkley is our choice in the 1st District.

Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

EDITORIAL: U.S. Senate race

Republicans had grand visions this election season of bagging the top two Senate Democrats. After all, Nevada Sen. Harry Reid, the minority whip, squeaked to victory by fewer than 500 votes during his previous re-election campaign in 1998, and Minority Leader Tom Daschle's hyperliberalism has been wearing thin in pro-Bush South Dakota.

Turns out, though, the GOP will have to settle for half a loaf -- if that.

While Sen. Daschle is indeed running for his life against a popular Republican congressman, Sen. Reid won a free pass when several potentially dangerous challengers -- the most prominent being Rep. Jim Gibbons -- declined to run.

Instead, Richard Ziser emerged from a Republican primary filled with sacrificial lambs. Mr. Ziser, an engineer, has a modicum of name recognition because of his successful leadership of the initiative to amend the Nevada Constitution to ban gay marriage. But he is virtually unknown in some parts of the state.

As Sen. Reid has risen through the Democratic ranks, he has moved further and further to the left to appease the party's many special-interest constituencies. That has put him at odds with most Nevadans and will once again leave him extremely vulnerable to a serious challenge in 2010.

But on a handful of issues, the senator has successfully used his position to move legislation important to the state.

For instance, he spearheaded the effort to protect the petroglyphs at Sloan Canyon south of Las Vegas. He, along with other members of the delegation, recently pushed through a measure that will facilitate economic development in rural Lincoln County through the sale of federally controlled land. And in the inevitable future disputes about the allocation of water resources in the West, Sen. Reid's clout will help ensure Nevada gets a fair shake.

Mr. Ziser is an affable, sincere fellow and a committed fiscal and social conservative. But he simply doesn't measure up against the incumbent. We urge a vote for Harry Reid.

Saturday, October 23, 2004
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

EDITORIAL: Are gamblers being fleeced?
Lawsuit says casinos abusing technology

Tourists visit Las Vegas for all kinds of reasons: the spectacle of the Strip, fine dining, shopping, entertainment and warm weather among them. And despite the spread of casino gambling to all parts of the country, plenty of the valley's visitors come just to take a chance at the slots or the felt tables. The odds favor the house, but the games aren't fixed.

At least, they're not supposed to be.

A lawsuit filed Monday alleges new gaming technology allows casinos to significantly limit blackjack players' chances of winning. The system, sold by the MindPlay division of Alliance Gaming Corp., purportedly protects the integrity of blackjack games by ensuring cards are dealt in the order they are shuffled.

But attorney Bob Nersesian alleges some casinos use the system to count cards and boost the house advantage. Each card is scanned, its spot in the deck recorded, allowing the system to calculate the house's chance of winning each hand. With that information, Mr. Nersesian says, casinos can reshuffle whenever the odds favor players.

The allegations in the lawsuit are disturbing, and not just because casinos have detained and banished blackjack players believed to be counting cards -- a legal tactic.

The gaming industry's viability -- and the state's economy -- hinge on the premise that gamblers get a fair shake. Even the slightest hint that fancy shufflers and other glittering casino technologies can be used to swing the outcome of games is a black eye for Nevada.

The Gaming Control Board, named in the lawsuit, should take the allegations seriously and investigate whether casinos are using the technology to soak gamblers.

Nevada GOV. GUINN WELCOMES PUBLIC TO MANSION ON OCT. 30
FOR NEVADA DAY, OTHER FESTIVITIES PLANNED FOR WEEKEND
By Office of the Governor

Thu, 21 Oct 2004 14:41:36 -0700
<<10-21 Nevada Day release.doc>>
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 21, 2004 Contact Greg Bortolin or John Trent
775-684-5670

CARSON CITY - Gov. Kenny Guinn and First Lady Dema Guinn will welcome the public to the Governor¡¯s Mansion from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 30 in one of many events scheduled as the State of Nevada celebrates the Nevada Day Weekend.

The Governor and Mrs. Guinn will also hand out goodies to trick-or-treaters visiting the Governor¡¯s Mansion on Oct. 31 beginning at 5 p.m.

Nevada will formally honor its admittance into statehood and commemorate 140 years of statehood with the annual Nevada Day Parade, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Oct. 30. The Nevada Day Parade route begins at the intersection of William and Carson Streets and ends at the intersection of Stewart and Carson Streets.

The Annual Chili Feed, hosted by Gov. Guinn and State Treasurer Brian Krolicki, will be held from noon to 2 p.m. in the Carson Nugget¡¯s upstairs Banquet Center, 507 North Carson Street. The Chili Feed has become a Carson tradition, beginning in 1982 when then-Nevada Attorney General Richard Bryan¡¯s successfully campaigned for Governor. Admission to the Chili Feed is free.

During the Nevada Day Weekend, the public will also be given the opportunity to view the Sarah Winnemucca sculpture before it is moved to Washington, D.C., in the next few months. Nationally regarded sculptor Benjamin Victor has been putting the final touches on the Sarah Winnemucca sculpture in the exhibit gallery of the Nevada State Library and Archives. He will be finishing the sculpture during the Nevada Day celebration, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Friday, Oct. 29 and Saturday, Oct. 30. The Nevada State Library and Archives is located at 100 N. Stewart Street (directly east of the State Capitol).

The sculpture¡¯s installment in the nation¡¯s Capitol in the National Statuary Hall Collection should take place in spring 2005. The project is a combined effort of the Nevada Department of Cultural Affairs and the Nevada Women¡¯s History Project. First Lady Dema Guinn has served as a member of the Sarah Winnemucca State Selection Committee, and has been one of the project¡¯s most ardent fund-raisers.

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, 18 Oct 2004 10:14:44 -0700
Thanks for sending! I will have my webmaster determine how to put this*1
on my
website!

See you on Saturday! (In 2004 Election Champagne and Cocktail Reception)

*1. Our economic health, our physical health, and our children's future rely on common sense legislation and accountability in state government
By Valerie Weber, Bill Young, and Tiffany Chang
On 092704-3668 "Business & Administration" of WBTI website, 1:07 p. m., Monday, September 27, 2004 #First Edition *****

Regards,

Val
Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber

Wed, 6 Oct 2004 08:03:25 -0700
Thanks, Dr Lei! (For my business card being post on the "Las Vegas Business Today".)

Hope you have a wonderful day today.

Regards, Val
Nevada Assemblywoman Valerie Weber

[Modified on 10/18/04] 101604-6768 "Social & Community" (to contiue LAF5) of WBTI website, 12:37, p. m., Saturday, October 16, 2004 #First Edition *****

Dear Nevadan candidates of Election 2004 and friendly reporters,

Based on the following invitation card, you are welcomed as our VIP Guests to attend the following Event and Party:

[101804-7001 ***** Jasmine Guo visited Dr. and Mrs. Tony Lei at their home in the afternoon on October 18, 2004. She told Dr. Tony Lei that Nevada Lt. Governor Lorraine Hunt will personally attend the following Event and Party:]

Dear Regional Representatives of U. S. Senators Honorable Harry Reid & John Ensign and U. S. Representatives James Gibbons, Shelley Berkley, & Jon Porter,

Dr. Tony T. Lei, President of Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI) and Ms. Jasmine Guo, President of Vegas Milky Way Inc.
request the honor of your presence as

Special Guests

at the Event and Party for
2004 Election Champagne and Cocktail Reception
present by Vegas Milky Way Inc. and Washington Business and Technology Institute (WBTI)

on Saturday, the Twenty Third of October, 2004
in the Key West Ballroom at Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada
from 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Please RSVP to (702)461-8998; (702)255-9058 or E-mail: tojulei@yahoo.com; Shiowmeiguo@aol.com

Attendants: About or more than 200 people.

RSVP: Seating is limited. $35 for each person. Confirmation required for seating. Please call for requirement of attendance (complimentary) at (702)461-8998 or Judy Lei at 255-9058 on or before 12 noon, Friday, October 22, 2004.

statement of Neveda gov. kenny guinn
on the death of nellis airman 1st class jesse m. samek
By Office of the Governor

Fri, 22 Oct 2004 15:42:05 -0700
<<10-22 Samek death.doc>>
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 22, 2004 Contact Greg Bortolin or John Trent
775-684-5670

statement of gov. kenny guinn
on the death of nellis airman 1st class jesse m. samek

CARSON CITY - Statement of Gov. Kenny Guinn regarding the death of Nellis Air Force Base Airman First Class Jesse M. Samek, 21, of Rogers, Ark., who died of injuries Thursday from a non-hostile helicopter crash in Afghanistan:

¡°Dema and I are deeply saddened to hear of the loss Airman First Class Jesse M. Samek, and we extend our deepest thoughts and prayers to Airman Samek¡¯s family and friends. In addition, Dema and I also send our thoughts and prayers to the courageous men and women of Nellis Air Force Base, who have obviously suffered a great loss as well.

¡°Jess Samek gave his life in the line of duty, and it is important for all Nevadans to remember that this young man¡¯s sacrifice was in an effort to bring freedom and democracy to a war-torn country. Today¡¯s news is a reminder that we must be mindful to offer our prayers of support not only for our troops in Iraq, but for the military personnel who remain in harm¡¯s way in Afghanistan and other locations throughout Southwest Asia as well.

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

Thu, 21 Oct 2004 15:16:32 -0700
HOUSING DIVISION MEETS DEMAND FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
THROUGH LOW-INCOME TAX CREDITS
By Dr. Kenny C. Guinn

Affordable housing has been a prime concern in Nevada, particularly for special needs groups such as the elderly. Through a low-income housing tax credit program and low-income housing trust fund, the Housing Division in the Department of Business and Industry is helping to provide innovative and special needs housing to benefit individuals and families whose incomes do not exceed 60 percent of Las Vegas area median income.

The 90-unit Silver Sky Assisted Living Residence will soon hold its ceremonial groundbreaking in Las Vegas. Silver Sky is the first project of its kind in the country. It uses tax credit and trust fund financing, donated public land, and Medicaid service reimbursement to provide individual apartments and assisted living services to low-income seniors.

Silver Sky will help seniors on fixed incomes to save money on housing. The Housing Division¡¦s second quarter 2004 annual apartment study, NHD Apartment Facts, reports that the mean monthly rental rates for all assisted living facilities in the greater Las Vegas Valley range from about $1,300 to more than $2,200. Seniors who need apartments with assisted living accommodations face single-room rates of about $1,700 to more than $3,200 for a two-bedroom unit. In contrast, the proposed monthly rental rates for Silver Sky are $424 for one bedroom and $530 for two bedrooms.

The Nevada Housing Division's goal over the past few years has been to broaden financing to serve the elderly and the state's other special needs residents. Its tax credit, bond program, trust funds, and federal HOME program have given the Division an opportunity to maintain a strong commitment to leading the multi-family affordable housing industry in Nevada. In addition, its ability to partner with the state's local governments, nonprofit organizations, and the private sector has provided diverse housing opportunities that are affordable and accessible to those who qualify for special needs housing. As the state¡¦s population of retirees continues to grow, the need for affordable assisted living will become even more important. Projects in Nevada such as Silver Sky make promising steps in the right direction.

It is our pleasure to post the following article with a lttle of modication after about one year of the time:

Newsbrief ***** October 28, 2003 *****
Washington Business and Technology Institute
http://communitylink.reviewjournal.com/lvrj/wbti

Advisory Board: Governor Kenny Guinn, Chairman; U. S. Senators Harry Reid and John Ensign, Vice Chairmen; U. S. Representatives James Gibbons and Shelley Berkley, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman, Executive Directors.
Dr. Tony T. Lei
President
(702) 255-9058
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December 30, 2002
Fifth Edition

Chief Justice Bill Maupin names Dr. Tony Lei as a 'Son of Nevada'*1
By Cheryl Moss, Jessie Walsh, and Tiffany Chang

It is not unusual here in Nevada to have an individual who always gives herself or himself to the work both for the people and in Lord, because she or he knows that her or his labor for the people and in Lord is not in vain. Whenever we do, work at it with all our heart, as working for the Lord, not solely for men, since we know that we will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward.

"WHEREAS, it is an honor and privileg for the Board of County Commissioners to recognize those extraordinary individuals, groups, or programs which enrich the lives of many in our community; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Tony T. Lei, Ed. D., a famous resident of Clark County for more than nine 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, and Constanble's Office of Las Vegas Township; 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

WHEREAS, Dr. Tony Lei received his M.B.A. and Doctor of Education in Institutional Management degrees from Pepperdine University in 1969 and 1990, respectively. 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 1, 2002, 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 the Clark County Chairman Dario Herera, Vice-Chair Myrna Williams, Commissioners Yvonne Atkinson Gate, Marry Kincaid-
Chauncey, Chip Maxfield, Erin Kenny, Bruce L Woodbury, and attested by County Clerk Shirley B. Parraguirre. As a humble and sincere American Coolie (hardworking man) like him, Dr. Tony Lei has given freely of his time, energy, knowledge, and talents, working on projects and events that contribute to the quality of life in Nevada and has dedicated himself to public service to not only the Asian Community but to all citizens. It's my great pleasure to name Dr. Tony Lei as a Son of Nevada," said the Chief Justice of Nevada Supreme Court William Maupin at the Celebration Party to "Nevada Examiner" and "Reviewjournal.com" at the Steak House of Binion's Horseshoe Club, Las Vegas on October 10, 2002. The Party was held by WBTI to celebrate William Maupin's being appointed as its Fellow of the Public Administration Institution (PAI) and as its Honorary Chairman of the Clark County District Attorney and Police Civil Commission (CCDAPCC).

After the 911 last year, we need to encourage the launching of activities to promote and attract tourism, trade, and investment from foreign countries to Nevada by Dr. Tony Lei. He has been honored by Xiamen, Fukien, China; China Business Chain, Inc.; Shanghai People's Municipal Government Cooperation Office; and China State Development and Planning Commission as Chairman of Nevada Expo Mission to China to attend Sisters Universities Establishment Celebration; the Annual International Mayors for City Development Forum; and the Shanghai International Industrial Fair and Yangtze Investment Project Expo. Dr. Tony Lei will organize a sound team joined by many high-ranking officials both of Nevada and California. U. S. Congresswoman Shelley Berkley, Lt. Governor Lorraine Hunt, and Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman have been honored by WBTI as Honorary Chairpersons of our Nevada Expo Mission to China.*2

The "Bible" inspired us that, "When God gives any man wealth and possesions, and enables him to enjoy them, to accept his lot and be happy in his work --- this is a gift of God."*3

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References

*1. Moss, Cheryl; Walsh, Jessie; and Chang, Tiffany. 'Chief Justice Bill Maupin names Dr. Tony Lei as a 'Son of Nevada'', "Special Column of Nevada Exeaminer", (November 22, 2002), Las Vegas, Nevada, "Nevada Examiner".
*2. Google.com. "A confirmative search on July 5, 2004 about the WBTI website," (October 21, 2004), U. S. A.: Google.com.
*3. Ecclesiastes 5:19, of the "Bible"

Wednesday, October 20, 2004
Copyright @ Las Vegas Review-Journal

Gallagher slips against Porter
Democrat's support drops from early poll as incumbent stays at 50 percent
By DAVE BERNS
REVIEW-JOURNAL

Jon Porter; Tom Gallagher (Check with the newspaper please.)

Former gaming executive Tom Gallagher has lost ground in his bid to unseat Rep. Jon Porter, R-Nev., according to a new poll.

In a poll of 300 voters in the 3rd Congressional District, 50 percent said they would vote for Porter while 35 percent said they would vote for Gallagher, a Democrat.

Twelve percent remained undecided and 3 percent were listed as "other."

The survey was conducted for the Las Vegas Review-Journal and reviewjournal.com by Washington, D.C.-based Mason-Dixon Polling & Research between Oct. 14 and 16. Forty-two percent of the people surveyed were Democrats; 41 percent were Republicans; and 17 percent were independents. The survey's margin of error is plus or minus 6 percentage points.

A mid-September survey by Mason-Dixon Polling & Research placed the margin at 51-40 for Porter.

"As long as Porter is over 50 (percent) he's fine. When you're looking at an incumbent you're always looking at where he is in regards to 50," said Brad Coker, managing director for Mason-Dixon.

Porter was pleased with the mid-October results while Gallagher downplayed the numbers, although both men said the race could tighten as the campaign enters its final days.

The contentious battle between President Bush and Sen. John Kerry, D-Mass., is expected to drive many voters to the poll in the Third District, potentially swaying the Porter-Gallagher race one way or the other.

"The fact that there's such a strong (expected) turnout and polarization in the country, you don't really know what's going to happen until election day," Porter said. "There's still a lot of time; in politics two weeks is an eternity. The only poll that really matters is Nov. 2 , but we're really optimistic."

Gallagher, the former chief executive officer of Park Place Entertainment, now known as Caesars Entertainment, said his own polling figures show the race is much closer, and he figures the numbers will tighten as election day nears.

"With no disrespect to the (Review-Journal) our numbers show it's closing. Until the people have a chance to see us debate I think the polls are pretty much irrelevant," Gallagher said.

Porter recently withdrew from two previously scheduled debates. The candidates are scheduled to appear in televised debates on Thursday at 8 p.m. on KLVX-TV, Channel 10, and Sunday at 6 p.m. on KLAS-TV, Channel 8.

The Mason-Dixon figures for the Porter-Gallagher race also indicate that:

*82 percent of the Republicans surveyed said they will vote for Porter, while 9 percent said they will vote for Gallagher.

*63 percent of the Democrats surveyed said they are voting for Gallagher, while 19 percent said they will vote for Porter.

*50 percent of the independents surveyed said they will vote for Porter. Twenty-seven percent said they will vote for Gallagher, with 17 percent remaining undecided.