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Originally Processed With FOIA(s): FOIA Number: S FOIA MARKER This is not a textual record. This is used as an administrative marker by the George Bush Presidential Library Staff. Record Group/Collection: George H.W. Bush Presidential Records Collection/Office of Origin: Speechwriting, White House Office of Series: Speech File Draft Files Subseries: Chron File, 1989-1993 OA/ID Number: 13515 Folder ID Number: 13515-006 Folder Title: Article for American Bar Association (ABA) Journal 1/90 [OA 4390] Stack: Row: Section: Shelf: Position: G 25 6 6 7 McNally/Tron November 30, 1989 Draft Three (B:ABA) PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL JANUARY 1990 ISSUE When both he and the century were young, Walter Lippmann observed that "Whether we wish it or not we are involved in the world's problems, and all the winds of heaven blow through our land." Today, all the winds of heaven blow through the world of law. Hardly an issue is raised, hardly a problem emerges, hardly a challenge exists that isn't accompanied by a call for the reasoned voice and deft touch of you who are trained in the law. I have always believed that the law is a noble calling and that the service you provide helps immeasurably to make America free and prosperous. But America today needs more from the legal profession. At a time when most of our nation enjoys an historic level of prosperity and comfort, we must devote special attention to those living on the edge, those lacking adequate food or shelter, those addicted or mentally ill, those whose neighborhoods have been decimated by crime. While there is a critical role for government programs and non-profit organizations, these problems can never be solved until each individual and each institution comes to see them as their problems too. Only active, "hands-on" engagement can 2 reclaim the lost lives of those in need. For what those "left out" need most is a relationship with someone who cares. I know that many of you, like the ABA, have helped lead the way in doing your part. Consider the example of "Operation Uplift," begun in Minneapolis and now being adopted by firms across the nation. The idea is simple. When a law firm assists a client pro bono, that client is asked to provide some pro bono of their own -- one hour of community service for each hour the lawyer spends working on their case. It costs nothing and doubles the good done by pro bono programs. Innovative efforts such as these can change the character of a law firm, and change the character of the cities and neighborhoods they serve. And for those of you who are senior partners, I urge you to consider community service by your associates in hiring and promotion decisions. Because the bottom line is this: From now on in America, any definition of a successful life must include serving others. As lawyers, you can play a major role in the evolving community service movement that I have called "a thousand points of light". In every community, there are forgotten children whose lives would be made whole by a mentoring relationship with a caring adult. In every community, there are men and women who cannot read or write. In every community, there are needs to be met and a difference you can make. In Maine they tell of an old man walking along the beach with his grandson, who picked up each starfish they passed and 3 threw it back into the sea. "If I left them here,' " the boy said, "they would dry up and die. I'm saving their lives." "But," protested the old man, "the beach goes on for miles, and there are millions of starfish. What you are doing won't make any difference." The boy looked at the starfish in his hand, gently threw it in the ocean, and answered: "It makes a difference to this one." Please look for your opportunity to make a difference. # # # Document No. 09431755 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM DATE: 12/01/89 ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 4:00 PM 12/4/89 SUBJECT: PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL, JANUARY 1990 ISSUE ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN ROGICH BATES UNTERMEYER CARD WINSTON CICCONI PINKERTON DEMAREST Petersmeyer FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss Winston (Room 122, x2930) with an info copy to my office no later than. 4:00 PM, MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1989. Thank you. RESPONSE: No comments. James W. Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 094317SS Document No. WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM 12/11/89 --- DATE: ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL JANUARY 1990 ISSUE SUBJECT: (12/8 - draft four) ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN ROGICH BATES UNTERMEYER CARD WINSTON CICCONI PINKERTON PETERSMEYER DEMAREST FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: The attached has been forwarded to the President. RESPONSE: 11:60 James W. Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON 1933 DEC `8 PM11: 44 December 8, 1989 INFORMATION MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT CW THROUGH: CHRISS WINSTON FROM: EDWARD McNALLY gmw SUBJECT: ARTICLE FOR THE AMERICAN BAR ASSOC. JOURNAL I. SUMMARY Attached for your consideration and review is a draft for your article to be published in the January issue of the American Bar Association (ABA) Journal. II. DISCUSSION The attached draft emphasizes the need for lawyers not only to contribute their professional skills to solving problems in our communities, but to get personally engaged in active, "hands-on" efforts to help those in need. The draft also echoes the call you made at the Red Mass luncheon in Boston -- urging law firms to consider community service in hiring, compensation and promotion decisions. McNally/Tron December 8, 1989 Draft Four (B:ABA) PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL JANUARY 1990 ISSUE When both he and the century were young, Walter Lippmann observed that "Whether we wish it or not we are involved in the world's problems, and all the winds of heaven blow through our land." Today, all the winds of heaven blow through the world of law. Hardly an issue is raised, hardly a problem emerges, hardly a challenge exists that isn't accompanied by a call for the reasoned judgement and keen intellect of those who are trained in the law. I have always believed that the law is a noble calling and that the service you provide helps immeasurably to make America free and prosperous. But America today needs more from the legal profession. At a time when most of our nation enjoys an historic level of prosperity and comfort, we must devote special attention to those living on the edge, those lacking adequate food or shelter, those addicted or mentally ill, those whose neighborhoods have been decimated by crime and decay. While there is a critical role for government programs and non-profit organizations, these problems can never be solved until each individual and each institution comes to see them as their problems too. Only active, "hands-on" engagement can 2 reclaim the lost lives of those in need. For what those "left out" need most is a relationship with someone who cares. I know that many of you, like the ABA, have helped lead the way. Consider the example of "Operation Uplift," begun in bs/h1/21 Minneapolis and now being adopted by firms across the nation. The idea is simple. When a law firm assists a client pro bono, that client is asked to provide some pro bono service of their his own -- one hour of community service, for each hour the lawyer spends working on their his case. It costs nothing and doubles the good done by pro bono programs. Innovative efforts such as these can change the character of a law firm, and change the character of the cities and neighborhoods they serve. And for those of you who are senior partners, I urge you to set an example for your associates by your commitment to community service and to consider community service records in hiring, compensation and promotion decisions. Because the bottom line is this: From now on in America, any definition of a successful life must include serving others. As lawyers, you can play a major role in the evolving community service movement that I have called "a thousand points of light". In every community, there are forgotten children whose lives can be made whole by a mentoring relationship with a caring adult. In every community, there are men and women who cannot read or write. In every community, there are needs to be met and a difference you can make. 3 In Maine they tell of an old man walking along the beach with his grandson, who picked up each starfish they passed and threw it back into the sea. "If I left them here," the boy said, "they would dry up and die. I'm saving their lives." "But," protested the old man, "the beach goes on for miles, and there are millions of starfish. What you are doing won't make any difference." The boy looked at the starfish in his hand, gently threw it in the ocean, and answered: "It makes a difference to this one." Alone none of us can change the world. But each of you can turn darkness into light for someone in need. # # # Document No. 09431755 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM DATE: 12/01/89 ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 4:00 PM 12/4/89 SUBJECT: PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL, JANUARY 1990 ISSUE ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT MCCLURE NYC \ SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN ROGICH BATES N/C UNTERMEYER CARD WINSTON CICCONI PINKERTON DEMAREST Petersmeyer FITZWATER GRAY A HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss Winston (Room 122, x2930) with an info copy to my office no later than 4:00 PM, MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1989. Thank you. RESPONSE: James W. Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 McNally/Tron November 30, 1989 1989 NOV 30 PM 4: 00 Draft Three (B:ABA) PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL JANUARY 1990 ISSUE When both he and the century were young, Walter Lippmann observed that "Whether we wish it or not we are involved in the world's problems, and all the winds of heaven blow through our land." Today, all the winds of heaven blow through the world of law. Hardly an issue is raised, hardly a problem emerges, hardly a challenge exists that isn't accompanied by a call for the judgment Keen intellect three reasoned voice and deft touch of you who are trained in the law. I have always believed that the law is a noble calling and that the service you provide helps immeasurably to make America free and prosperous. But America today needs more from the legal profession. At a time when most of our nation enjoys an historic level of prosperity and comfort, we must devote special attention to those living on the edge, those lacking adequate food or shelter, those addicted or mentally ill, those whose neighborhoods have been decimated by crime and decay. While there is a critical role for government programs and non-profit organizations, these problems can never be solved until each individual and each institution comes to see them as their problems too. Only active, "hands-on" engagement can 2 reclaim the lost lives of those in need. For what those "left out" need most is a relationship with someone who cares. I know that many of you, like the ABA, have helped lead the way. in doing your part. Consider the example of "Operation Uplift," begun in Minneapolis and now being adopted by firms across the nation. The idea is simple. When a law firm assists a client pro bono, that client is asked to provide some pro bono service of their own -- one hour of community service for each hour the lawyer spends working on their case. It costs nothing and doubles the good done by pro bono programs. Innovative efforts such as these can change the character of a law firm, and change the character of the cities and neighborhoods they serve. And for those of you who are senior set an example for your associates by your tment to partners, I urge you to consider community service records by your commun. service and to associates in hiring compensation) and promotion decisions. Because the bottom line is this: From now on in America, any definition of a successful life must include serving others. As lawyers, you can play a major role in the evolving community service movement that I have called "a thousand points of light". In every community, there are forgotten children whose lives would can be made whole by a mentoring relationship with a caring adult. In every community, there are men and women who cannot read or write. In every community, there are needs to be met and a difference you can make. In Maine they tell of an old man walking along the beach with his grandson, who picked up each starfish they passed and 3 threw it back into the sea. "If I left them here," the boy said, "they would dry up and die. I'm saving their lives." "But," protested the old man, "the beach goes on for miles, and there are millions of starfish. What you are doing won't make any difference." The boy looked at the starfish in his hand, gently threw it in the ocean, and answered: "It makes a difference to this one." " Please look for your opportunity to make a difference. alme novery us can change #the world. But each of you can make in turn darkness into light for someone need, THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON Date: a/1/8 TO: Chriss FROM: Office of National Service CLARK KENT ERVIN Cias x6266 Action Your Comment Let's Talk FYI Attached are are comments an the Presidential mesinge fr the ABA. Document No. 09431755 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM DATE: 12/01/89 ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 4:00 PM 12/4/89 SUBJECT: PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL, JANUARY 1990 ISSUE ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN ROGICH BATES UNTERMEYER CARD WINSTON CICCONI PINKERTON DEMAREST Petersmeyor FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss Winston (Room 122, x2930) with an info copy to my office no later than 4:00 PM, MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1989. Thank you. RESPONSE: James W. Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 McNally/Tron November 30, 1989 1989 NOV 30 PM 4: 00 Draft Three (B:ABA) PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL JANUARY 1990 ISSUE When both he and the century were young, Walter Lippmann observed that "Whether we wish it or not we are involved in the world's problems, and all the winds of heaven blow through our land." Today, all the winds of heaven blow through the world of law. Hardly an issue is raised, hardly a problem emerges, hardly a challenge exists that isn't accompanied by a call for the reasoned voice and deft touch of you those who are trained in the law. Keen intellect I have always believed that the law is a noble calling and that the service you provide helps immeasurably to make America judgmut free and prosperous. But America today needs more from the legal profession. At a time when most of our nation enjoys an historic level of prosperity and comfort, we must devote special attention to those living on the edge, those lacking adequate food or shelter, those addicted or mentally ill, those whose neighborhoods have been decimated by crime. and decay While there is a critical role for government programs and non-profit organizations, these problems can never be solved until each individual and each institution comes to see them as their problems too. Only active, "hands-on" engagement can 2 reclaim the lost lives of those in need. For what those "left out" need most is a relationship with someone who cares. I know that many of you, like the ABA, have helped lead the are way in doing your part. Consider the example of "Operation Uplift," begun in Minneapolis and now being adopted by firms across the nation. The idea is simple. When a law firm assists a client pro bono, that client is asked to provide some pro bono service of their own -- one hour of community service for each hour the lawyer spends working on their case. It costs nothing and doubles the good done by pro bono programs service his or her Innovative efforts such as these can change the character of odds for a law firm, and change the character of the cities and neighborhoods they serve. And for those of you who are senior records partners, I urge you to consider community service by your compensation associates in hiring and promotion decisions. Because the bottom line is this: From now on in America, any definition of a successful life must include serving others. As lawyers, you can play a major role in the evolving community service movement that I have called "a thousand points of light". In every community, there are forgotten children can whose lives would be made whole by a mentoring relationship with a caring adult. In every community, there are men and women who cannot read or write. In every community, there are needs to be met and a difference you can make. In Maine they tell of an old man walking along the beach with his grandson, who picked up each starfish they passed and 3 threw it back into the sea. "If I left them here," the boy said, "they would dry up and die. I'm saving their lives." "But," protested the old man, "the beach goes on for miles, and there are millions of starfish. What you are doing won't make any difference." The boy looked at the starfish in his hand, gently threw it in the ocean, and answered: "It makes a difference to this one." Please look for your opportunity to make a difference. # # # Alone none of you can chage the world. But each of you can make citie turn darkness into light for someone in need. Document No. 09431755 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM DATE: 12/01/89 ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 4:00 PM 12/4/89 SUBJECT: PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL, JANUARY 1990 ISSUE ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN ROGICH BATES UNTERMEYER CARD WINSTON CICCONI PINKERTON DEMAREST Petersmeyer FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss Winston (Room 122, x2930) with an info copy to my office no later than 4:00 PM, MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1989. Thank you. RESPONSE: Commults No James W. Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 Document No. 04431755 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM DATE: 12/01/89 ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 4:00 PM 12/4/89 SUBJECT: PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL, JANUARY 1990 ISSUE ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN ROGICH BATES UNTERMEYER CARD WINSTON CICCONI PINKERTON DEMAREST Petersmeyer FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss Winston (Room 122, x2930) with an info copy to my office no later than 4:00 PM, MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1989. Thank you. RESPONSE: QK minor comment DA 05 : Olv 603068 James W. Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 McNally/Tron November 30, 1989 1989 NOV 30 PM 4: 00 Draft Three (B:ABA) PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL JANUARY 1990 ISSUE When both he and the century were young, Walter Lippmann observed that "Whether we wish it or not we are involved in the world's problems, and all the winds of heaven blow through our land." Today, all the winds of heaven blow through the world of law. Hardly an issue is raised, hardly a problem emerges, hardly a challenge exists that isn't accompanied by a call for the reasoned voice and deft touch of you who are trained in the law. I have always believed that the law is a noble calling and that the service you provide helps immeasurably to make America free and prosperous. But America today needs more from the legal profession. At a time when most of our nation enjoys an historic level of prosperity and comfort, we must devote special attention to those living on the edge, those lacking adequate food or shelter, those addicted or mentally ill, those whose neighborhoods have been decimated by crime. While there is a critical role for government programs and non-profit organizations, these problems can never be solved until each individual and each institution comes to see them as their problems too. Only active, "hands-on" engagement can 2 reclaim the lost lives of those in need. For what those "left out" need most is a relationship with someone who cares. I know that many of you, like the ABA, have helped lead the way, in doing your part. Consider the example of "Operation Uplift," begun in Minneapolis and now being adopted by firms across the nation. The idea is simple. When a law firm assists a client pro bono, that client is asked to provide some pro bono of their own -- one hour of community service for each hour the lawyer spends working on their case. It costs nothing and doubles the good done by pro bono programs. Innovative efforts such as these can change the character of a law firm, and change the character of the cities and neighborhoods they serve. And for those of you who are senior partners, I urge you to consider community service by your associates in hiring and promotion decisions. Because the bottom line is this: From now on in America, any definition of a successful life must include serving others. As lawyers, you can play a major role in the evolving community service movement that I have called "a thousand points of light". In every community, there are forgotten children whose lives would be made whole by a mentoring relationship with a caring adult. In every community, there are men and women who cannot read or write. In every community, there are needs to be met and a difference you can make. In Maine they tell of an old man walking along the beach with his grandson, who picked up each starfish they passed and 3 threw it back into the sea. "If I left them here," the boy said, "they would dry up and die. I'm saving their lives." "But," protested the old man, "the beach goes on for miles, and there are millions of starfish. What you are doing won't make any difference." The boy looked at the starfish in his hand, gently threw it in the ocean, and answered: "It makes a difference to this one." " Please look for your opportunity to make a difference. # # # THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 4, 1989 MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON FROM: ROGER B. PORTER RBP SUBJECT: Proposed Article for the ABA Journal You asked for comments on the draft article for the Journal of the American Bar Association. I have only one suggestion. At page 2, in the paragraph that begins "Innovative efforts", I suggest changing the second sentence to read, "And for those of you who are senior partners, I urge you both to set an example for your associates by your commitment to community service and to consider community service by your associates in hiring and promotion decisions." 11 : 9d E 100 68 DOCUMENT NO. PD OFFICE OF POLICY DEVELOPMENT STAFFING MEMORANDUM 12-3-89 2:00 12/4/89 Monday DATE: ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: SUBJECT: Proposed Article ABA Journal ACTION FYI ACTION FYI ROPER MEAD PINKERTON MITCHELL ALEXANDER MOORE FARRAR READINGER FURSE ROELLIG KUTTNER McGettigan XXX LINDSEY MALOLEY REMARKS: Please prepare a memo for Chriss Winston from RBP with our comments. Copy James IV. Cicconi. Thank you. ROGER B. PORTER Please return this tracking Assistant to the President sheet with your response for Economic and Domestic Policy (x2705) Document No. 09431755 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM DATE: 12/01/89 ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 4:00 PM 12/4/89 SUBJECT: PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL, JANUARY 1990 ISSUE ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN ROGICH BATES UNTERMEYER CARD WINSTON CICCONI PINKERTON DEMAREST Petersmeyer FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss Winston (Room 122, x2930) with an info copy to my office no later than 4:00 PM, MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1989. Thank you. RESPONSE: James W. Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 McNally/Tron November 30, 1989 1989 NOV 30 PM 4: 00 Draft Three (B:ABA) PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL JANUARY 1990 ISSUE When both he and the century were young, Walter Lippmann observed that "Whether we wish it or not we are involved in the world's problems, and all the winds of heaven blow through our land." Today, all the winds of heaven blow through the world of law. Hardly an issue is raised, hardly a problem emerges, hardly a challenge exists that isn't accompanied by a call for the reasoned voice and deft touch of you who are trained in the law. I have always believed that the law is a noble calling and that the service you provide helps immeasurably to make America free and prosperous. But America today needs more from the legal profession. At a time when most of our nation enjoys an historic level of prosperity and comfort, we must devote special attention to those living on the edge, those lacking adequate food or shelter, those addicted or mentally ill, those whose neighborhoods have been decimated by crime. While there is a critical role for government programs and non-profit organizations, these problems can never be solved until each individual and each institution comes to see them as their problems too. Only active, "hands-on" engagement can 2 reclaim the lost lives of those in need. For what those "left out" need most is a relationship with someone who cares. I know that many of you, like the ABA, have helped lead the way in doing your part. Consider the example of "Operation Uplift,' begun in Minneapolis and now being adopted by firms across the nation. The idea is simple. When a law firm assists a client pro bono, that client is asked to provide some pro bono of their own -- one hour of community service for each hour the lawyer spends working on their case. It costs nothing and doubles the good done by pro bono programs. Innovative efforts such as these can change the character of a law firm, and change the character of the cities and neighborhoods they serve. And for those of you who are senior partners, I urge you to consider community service by your associates in hiring and promotion decisions. Because the bottom line is this: From now on in America, any definition of a successful life must include serving others. As lawyers, you can play a major role in the evolving community service movement that I have called "a thousand points of light". In every community, there are forgotten children whose lives would be made whole by a mentoring relationship with a caring adult. In every community, there are men and women who cannot read or write. In every community, there are needs to be met and a difference you can make. In Maine they tell of an old man walking along the beach with his grandson, who picked up each starfish they passed and 3 threw it back into the sea. "If I left them here," the boy said, "they would dry up and die. I'm saving their lives." "But," protested the old man, "the beach goes on for miles, and there are millions of starfish. What you are doing won't make any difference." The boy looked at the starfish in his hand, gently threw it in the ocean, and answered: "It makes a difference to this one." Please look for your opportunity to make a difference. # # # Document No. 09431755 WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM DATE: 12/01/89 ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 4:00 PM 12/4/89 SUBJECT: PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL, JANUARY 1990 ISSUE ACTION FYI ACTION FYI VICE PRESIDENT MCCLURE SUNUNU NEWMAN SCOWCROFT PORTER DARMAN ROGICH BATES UNTERMEYER CARD WINSTON CICCONI PINKERTON DEMAREST Petersmeyer FITZWATER GRAY HAGIN REMARKS: Please provide your comments/recommendations directly to Chriss Winston (Room 122, x2930) with an info copy to my office no later than 4:00 PM, MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1989. Thank you. RESPONSE: Slo comment James W. Cicconi Assistant to the President and Deputy to the Chief of Staff Ext. 2702 McNally/Tron November 30, 1989 1989 NOV 30 PM 4: 00 Draft Three (B:ABA) PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL JANUARY 1990 ISSUE When both he and the century were young, Walter Lippmann observed that "Whether we wish it or not we are involved in the world's problems, and all the winds of heaven blow through our land." Today, all the winds of heaven blow through the world of law. Hardly an issue is raised, hardly a problem emerges, hardly a challenge exists that isn't accompanied by a call for the reasoned voice and deft touch of you who are trained in the law. I have always believed that the law is a noble calling and that the service you provide helps immeasurably to make America free and prosperous. But America today needs more from the legal profession. At a time when most of our nation enjoys an historic level of prosperity and comfort, we must devote special attention to those living on the edge, those lacking adequate food or shelter, those addicted or mentally ill, those whose neighborhoods have been decimated by crime. While there is a critical role for government programs and non-profit organizations, these problems can never be solved until each individual and each institution comes to see them as their problems too. Only active, "hands-on" engagement can 2 reclaim the lost lives of those in need. For what those "left out" need most is a relationship with someone who cares. I know that many of you, like the ABA, have helped lead the way in doing your part. Consider the example of "Operation Uplift," begun in Minneapolis and now being adopted by firms across the nation. The idea is simple. When a law firm assists a client pro bono, that client is asked to provide some pro bono of their own -- one hour of community service for each hour the lawyer spends working on their case. It costs nothing and doubles the good done by pro bono programs. Innovative efforts such as these can change the character of a law firm, and change the character of the cities and neighborhoods they serve. And for those of you who are senior partners, I urge you to consider community service by your associates in hiring and promotion decisions. Because the bottom line is this: From now on in America, any definition of a successful life must include serving others. As lawyers, you can play a major role in the evolving community service movement that I have called "a thousand points of light". In every community, there are forgotten children whose lives would be made whole by a mentoring relationship with a caring adult. In every community, there are men and women who cannot read or write. In every community, there are needs to be met and a difference you can make. In Maine they tell of an old man walking along the beach with his grandson, who picked up each starfish they passed and 3 threw it back into the sea. "If I left them here," the boy said, "they would dry up and die. I'm saving their lives." "But," protested the old man, "the beach goes on for miles, and there are millions of starfish. What you are doing won't make any difference." The boy looked at the starfish in his hand, gently threw it in the ocean, and answered: "It makes a difference to this one." Please look for your opportunity to make a difference. # # # THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON December 4, 1989 MEMORANDUM FOR CHRISS WINSTON DEPUTY ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT FOR COMMUNICATIONS FROM: NELSON LUND ASSOCIATE COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT SUBJECT: Proposed Presidential Article: American Bar Association Journal, January 1990 At the request of James W. Cicconi, Counsel's office has reviewed the captioned article. We have no legal objections. Minor editorial suggestions are marked on the attached hard copy of the proposed article. We appreciate having had the opportunity to review this article. Attachment CC: James W. Cicconi McNally/Tron November 30, 1989 1989 NOV 30 PM 4: 00 Draft Three (B:ABA) PROPOSED ARTICLE: AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION JOURNAL JANUARY 1990 ISSUE When both he and the century were young, Walter Lippmann observed that "Whether we wish it or not we are involved in the world's problems, and all the winds of heaven blow through our land." Today, all the winds of heaven blow through the world of law. Hardly an issue is raised, hardly a problem emerges, hardly a challenge exists that isn't accompanied by a call for the reasoned voice and deft touch of you who are trained in the law. I have always believed that the law is a noble calling and that the service you provide helps immeasurably to make America free and prosperous. But America today needs more from the legal profession. At a time when most of our nation enjoys an historic level of prosperity and comfort, we must devote special attention to those living on the edge, those lacking adequate food or shelter, those addicted or mentally ill, those whose neighborhoods have been decimated by crime. While there is a critical role for government programs and non-profit organizations, these problems can never be solved until each individual and each institution comes to see them as their problems too. Only active, "hands-on" engagement can 2 reclaim the lost lives of those in need. For what those "left out" need most is a relationship with someone who cares. I know that many of you, like the ABA, have helped lead the way in doing your part. Consider the example of "Operation Uplift," begun in Minneapolis and now being adopted by firms across the nation. The idea is simple. When a law firm assists (Those) =S a client pro bono, that client is asked to provide some pro bono of their own -- one hour of community service for each hour the the clients lawyer spends working on their case. It costs nothing and doubles the good done by pro bono programs. Innovative efforts such as these can change the character of a law firm, and change the character of the cities and neighborhoods they serve. And for those of you who are senior partners, I urge you to consider community service by your associates in hiring and promotion decisions. Because the bottom line is this: From now on in America, any definition of a successful life must include serving others. As lawyers, you can play a major role in the evolving community service movement that I have called "a thousand points of light In every community, there are forgotten children whose lives (could) be made whole by a mentoring relationship with a caring adult. In every community, there are men and women who cannot read or write. In every community, there are needs to be met and a difference you can make. In Maine they tell of an old man walking along the beach with his grandson, who picked up each starfish they passed and 3 threw it back into the sea. "If I left them here, " the boy said, "they would dry up and die. I'm saving their lives." "But," protested the old man, "the beach goes on for miles, and there are millions of starfish. What you are doing won't make any difference." The boy looked at the starfish in his hand, gently threw it in the ocean, and answered: "It makes a difference to this one." Please look for your opportunity to make a difference. # # #