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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.
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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.
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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.
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