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FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS FOR
SEVENTH ANNUAL MINNESOTA BEAT THE ODDS BANQUET
CHILDREN'S DEFENSE FUND - MINNESOTA
APRIL 5, 1999
Good evening. I'm so pleased to be able to join you for the seventh annual Minnesota
Beat the Odds Banquet. I want to thank each of you for your support of the Children's Defense
Fund -- an organization that is near and dear to my heart. Your contributions tonight will make a
profound difference in the lives of so many children.
Nothing could give me more pleasure than helping you celebrate the achievements of the
five outstanding young people you have chosen to honor. Their lives represent the promise of
this great country.
Yer, [rhymes with her], you've managed to overcome tremendous obstacles while
holding on to what's important -- your family, your culture and your education. Your
achievements both in and out of the classroom are an inspiration to us all.
Lora, there are many adults who would have given up hope in the face of the hardships
you have confronted. Yet, with the help of your family, friends and a circle of caring adults, you
have proven that there is light, even at the end of the darkest tunnel.
Kao, [rhymes with cow] you witnessed some of life's cruelest realities as a small child.
But despite the pain of the losses you have endured, you continue to prove that you are a fighter
and a survivor.
Meghan, sometimes we don't know where the spirit to overcome and succeed comes
from. But you've certainly got it. You've said you want to go to college and become a
veterinarian. And you've shown the world that you can do whatever you set your mind to.
Finally, Crystal, you could have let your father's tragic death turn you in the wrong
direction. But instead you have chosen to use your extraordinary courage and talents to succeed
as a scholar, an athlete, and a human being. I fully expect to see you on the medal stand one day
during the Olympic Games.
Each of you is exceptional in so many ways. You've faced obstacles that could have
beaten you down, but instead you've beaten the odds. Your motivation, hard work and selfless
spirit have carried you where you are today and will stay with you as you lead all of us
tomorrow.
I know the President joins me in congratulating all of you and in wishing you the greatest
success in the years ahead. Thank you and good night.
2
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS TO
AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION CENTER ON CHILDREN AND THE LAW
WYNDHAM CENTER CITY HOTEL
WASHINGTON, DC
APRIL 9, 1999
Good morning. I am honored to take part in the Ninth National Conference on
Children and the Law. I only wish I could be there in person to thank the ABA and all of you
for making our legal system work better for the children and families it serves: I know that
you will be hearing from representatives of the Yale Child Study Center. As many of you
know, I spent a year after law school working there. And I did so because I shared your belief
that the law can -- and should -- be a powerful tool to improve children's lives.
Nowhere is that more clear than with the issues you're focusing on at this conference --
foster care and children's health. When you began holding these conferences, who would
have thought that research into the brain would tell us so much about the earliest -- and most
critical -- years of a child's life? Who would have thought that we'd create the new Children's
Health Insurance Program, which, when combined with Medicaid expansion, will provide
access to health insurance for millions of children? And who would have thought that the
President would sign the Adoption and Safe Families Act -- and make clear that in our child
welfare system, the health and safety of children will always be our first consideration.
These are great accomplishments. But you know better than anyone how much further
we have to go to secure safe permanent homes for children all across the country. How much
further we have to go until no child picks up a gun or a cigarette or a drug and throws away a
future. And how much further we have to go before all children have the health care,
education, and support they need to stay out of harm's way and make the most of their lives.
And you know we will not reach that day solely with new laws and regulations. It will
take all of you continuing to raise your voices on behalf of children in and out of the
courtroom. And so I want to thank you for working to educate each other about the laws that
help children -- and change those that don't. Thank you for helping to keep children out of the
court system, protecting them while they're in it, and nurturing them long after they're gone.
And I want to thank you for making sure the legal system fulfills its promise to protect the
most vulnerable among us -- especially our children.
That is why you're here today -- and it is what you do every day. Thank you -- and I
hope you have a wonderful conference.
3
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS FOR
FRAGILE X RESEARCH FOUNDATION DINNER
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL, WASHINGTON
APRIL 19, 1999
Good evening. I am pleased to have this opportunity to welcome all of you to the second
annual Mary Higgins Clark Gala. The President and I only wish we could be there in person to
commend you for the extraordinary work you are doing.
I know many of you in the audience are parents or grandparents of children with Fragile
X syndrome. I can only imagine how devastating it was for you to realize how little was known
about this disease that has shattered your lives, and how little could be done to help those
suffering from its symptoms.
Now, thanks to the dedication and determination of Fragile X parents like Katie Clapp,
Mike Tranfaglia [Tran-fahlia] and Kathy May, the Fraxa Research Foundation is helping us to
learn more about this disease. Because of the research you've helped fund, parents of children
with Fragile X syndrome now have real reason to hope -- not only for effective treatments, but
for a cure.
I want to thank the co-chairs -- Mary Beth Busby and Diane Rehm -- for hosting this
wonderful event. And I want to thank Roger Mudd for lending his considerable talents as Master
of Ceremonies. I also want to congratulate Mary Beth and her husband, David Busby, who along
with Kitty and Enzo de Chiara [Dee kee-AHR-ah], have carried the story of Fragile X to Capitol
Hill, helping to secure even more support for critical research. And all of us owe a debt of
gratitude to Mary Jane Clark and Mary Higgins Clark, who, through their writing, speaking, and
support, have helped to publicize the tragedy and hope surrounding Fragile X. Finally, I want to
pay a special tribute to those of you in the audience who are engaged in the research that will one
day produce a cure.
I honor all of you for what you do -- every single day -- to bring that day closer when
every parent will be free from fear -- and all children can grow up strong and healthy.
Thank you and good night.
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS FOR THE
PELL AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE IN THE ARTS
PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND
APRIL 7, 1999
Good evening. I'm so pleased to have this opportunity to join you tonight in honoring
this year's recipients of the Pell Awards for Excellence in the Arts.
Before we turn to the honorees, I want to say a brief word about the man for whom
tonight's awards are named -- my friend, Senator Claiborne Pell. For thirty six distinguished
years, Claiborne Pell represented the people of Rhode Island and looked out for the people of the
entire country -- by working tirelessly for the environment, for arms control, and for low-income
students who wanted a chance to go to college.
But nowhere were his accomplishments more extraordinary than in the arts. His
unparalleled devotion to the arts gave birth to the National Endowment for the Arts and
Humanities and earned him the lifelong gratitude of artists and art lovers everywhere.
Tonight's honorees have lived and worked in that tradition of artistic excellence. I want to
congratulate Gunther Schuller [GUN-ther SHOO-ler], Bunny Harvey, Eugene Lee and David
Macaulay.
The recipient of the Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement thrilled us with her music for
three decades. But then, at the pinnacle of her singing career, when many others were setting
their sights on finding a comfortable place to retire, Beverly Sills chose another calling -- this
time behind the scenes. There, she has devoted her time and talents to increase the appeal of
opera in this country. She has also committed more than a lifetime of energy working on behalf
of disabled children. Thank you, Beverly.
T.S. Elliot once said, "culture may be described simply as that which makes life worth
living." Each of you tonight has helped make our spirits soar. Senator Pell, our honorees, and, of
course, everyone connected with the Trinity Repertory Company. You've enriched our lives in
countless ways. Thank you and good night.
S
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS
WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE OF THE AMERICAS
APRIL 7, 1999
Good morning. I am so pleased to join this second plenary session of the Women's
Leadership Conference of the Americas. I only wish I could be there in person, to participate in
this important discussion about how to advance the status of women in our hemisphere.
Over the past few years; I have had the privilege of traveling throughout the Americas,
and I've seen first hand the progress that women -- like yourselves -- are making as leaders in
their communities. I have met women who have lost family members to violence and war -- but
are now at the forefront of the struggles to protect human rights. I have met women who have
had little access to health care or education -- but are now creating a better future for their
children. And I've met women throughout the Americas who are entering public life for the first
time -- and giving voice to others too often left behind.
Yet as much progress as we've made -- we all know how many obstacles remain. Too
many women here in this country and throughout the Americas are unable to realize their
dreams, or contribute fully to the economic and political life in their communities. That's why
the work of the Women's Leadership Conference of the America's is so important.
By strengthening communication among women in different countries, you are helping
women from all walks of life to share ideas and learn from one another. By bridging the gap
between ordinary citizens and their governments -- WLCA is helping to give women at the grass
roots level a place at the table. And by offering concrete recommendations for how we expand
the tools of opportunity for women -- and end the violence against them -- you are ensuring that
more women can live up to their God-given potentials.
All of you here today have demonstrated what can be accomplished when people from
diverse backgrounds and political views work together to advance the lives -- and aspirations --
of women across the Americas. Thank you for all that you have done -- and will continue to do --
to reach that common goal. I hope you have a wonderful conference.
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS TO
ASCRS SYMPOSIUM AND TRIBUTE TO DR. HAROLD RIDLEY
APRIL 7, 1999
Good afternoon everyone. I am SO pleased to join all of you for the 25th anniversary of
the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. I only wish I could be there in person
to honor a man whose spirit and perseverance has brought the gift of sight to over 500 million
people throughout the world.
Thanks to Dr. Ridley, every year more Americans can read bedtime stories to their
grandchildren with greater ease or view road signs more clearly. More Americans can see a
smile on the face of a loved-one or catch a glimpse of the first signs of spring.
And thanks to Dr. Ridley every year more Americans are leading active, fulfilling and
meaningful lives. So, congratulations Dr. Ridley and thank you for making this world a little bit
brighter -- and clearer -- for millions and millions of people around the globe.
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS FOR
SEVENTH ANNUAL MINNESOTA BEAT THE ODDS BANQUET
CHILDREN'S DEFENSE FUND - MINNESOTA
APRIL 5, 1999
Good evening. I'm so pleased to be able to join you for the seventh annual Minnesota
Beat the Odds Banquet. I want to thank each of you for your support of the Children's Defense
Fund -- an organization that is near and dear to my heart. Your contributions tonight will make a
profound difference in the lives of so many children.
Nothing could give me more pleasure than helping you celebrate the achievements of the
five outstanding young people you have chosen to honor. Their lives represent the promise of
this great country.
Yer, [rhymes with her], you've managed to overcome tremendous obstacles while
holding on to what's important -- your family, your culture and your education. Your
achievements both in and out of the classroom are an inspiration to us all.
Lora, there are many adults who would have given up hope in the face of the hardships
you have confronted. Yet, with the help of your family, friends and a circle of caring adults, you
have proven that there is light, even at the end of the darkest tunnel.
Kao, [rhymes with cow] you witnessed some of life's cruelest realities as a small child.
But despite the pain of the losses you have endured, you continue to prove that you are a fighter
and a survivor.
Meghan, sometimes we don't know where the spirit to overcome and succeed comes
from. But you've certainly got it. You've said you want to go to college and become a
veterinarian. And you've shown the world that you can do whatever you set your mind to.
Finally, Crystal, you could have let your father's tragic death turn you in the wrong
direction. But instead you have chosen to use your extraordinary courage and talents to succeed
as a scholar, an athlete, and a human being. I fully expect to see you on the medal stand one day
during the Olympic Games.
Each of you is exceptional in so many ways. You've faced obstacles that could have
beaten you down, but instead you've beaten the odds. Your motivation, hard work and selfless
spirit have carried you where you are today and will stay with you as you lead all of us
tomorrow.
I know the President joins me in congratulating all of you and in wishing you the greatest
success in the years ahead. Thank you and good night.
2
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS TO
AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION CENTER ON CHILDREN AND THE LAW
WYNDHAM CENTER CITY HOTEL
WASHINGTON, DC
APRIL 9, 1999
Good morning. I am honored to take part in the Ninth National Conference on
Children and the Law. I only wish I could be there in person to thank the ABA and all of you
for making our legal system work better for the children and families it serves. I know that
you will be hearing from representatives of the Yale Child Study Center. As many of you
know, I spent a year after law school working there. And I did so because I shared your belief
that the law can -- and should -- be a powerful tool to improve children's lives.
Nowhere is that more clear than with the issues you're focusing on at this conference --
foster care and children's health. When you began holding these conferences, who would
have thought that research into the brain would tell us so much about the earliest -- and most
critical -- years of a child's life? Who would have thought that we'd create the new Children's
Health Insurance Program, which, when combined with Medicaid expansion, will provide
access to health insurance for millions of children? And who would have thought that the
President would sign the Adoption and Safe Families Act -- and make clear that in our child
welfare system, the health and safety of children will always be our first consideration.
These are great accomplishments. But you know better than anyone how much further
we have to go to secure safe permanent homes for children all across the country. How much
further we have to go until no child picks up a gun or a cigarette or a drug and throws away a
future. And how much further we have to go before all children have the health care,
education, and support they need to stay out of harm's way and make the most of their lives.
And you know we will not reach that day solely with new laws and regulations. It will
take all of you continuing to raise your voices on behalf of children in and out of the
courtroom. And so I want to thank you for working to educate each other about the laws that
help children -- and change those that don't. Thank you for helping to keep children out of the
court system, protecting them while they're in it, and nurturing them long after they're gone.
And I want to thank you for making sure the legal system fulfills its promise to protect the
most vulnerable among us -- especially our children.
That is why you're here today -- and it is what you do every day. Thank you -- and I
hope you have a wonderful conference.
3
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS FOR
FRAGILE X RESEARCH FOUNDATION DINNER
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL, WASHINGTON
APRIL 19, 1999
Good evening. I am pleased to have this opportunity to welcome all of you to the second
annual Mary Higgins Clark Gala. The President and I only wish we could be there in person to
commend you for the extraordinary work you are doing.
I know many of you in the audience are parents or grandparents of children with Fragile
X syndrome. I can only imagine how devastating it was for you to realize how little was known
about this disease that has shattered your lives, and how little could be done to help those
suffering from its symptoms.
Now, thanks to the dedication and determination of Fragile X parents like Katie Clapp,
Mike Tranfaglia [Tran-fahlia] and Kathy May, the Fraxa Research Foundation is helping us to
learn more about this disease. Because of the research you've helped fund, parents of children
with Fragile X syndrome now have real reason to hope -- not only for effective treatments, but
for a cure.
I want to thank the co-chairs -- Mary Beth Busby and Diane Rehm -- for hosting this
wonderful event. And I want to thank Roger Mudd for lending his considerable talents as Master
of Ceremonies. I also want to congratulate Mary Beth and her husband, David Busby, who along
with Kitty and Enzo de Chiara [Dee kee-AHR-ah], have carried the story of Fragile X to Capitol
Hill, helping to secure even more support for critical research. And all of us owe a debt of
gratitude to Mary Jane Clark and Mary Higgins Clark, who, through their writing, speaking, and
support, have helped to publicize the tragedy and hope surrounding Fragile X. Finally, I want to
pay a special tribute to those of you in the audience who are engaged in the research that will one
day produce a cure.
I honor all of you for what you do -- every single day -- to bring that day closer when
every parent will be free from fear -- and all children can grow up strong and healthy.
Thank you and good night.
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS FOR THE
PELL AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE IN THE ARTS
PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND
APRIL 7, 1999
Good evening. I'm so pleased to have this opportunity to join you tonight in honoring
this year's recipients of the Pell Awards for Excellence in the Arts.
Before we turn to the honorees, I want to say a brief word about the man for whom
tonight's awards are named -- my friend, Senator Claiborne Pell. For thirty six distinguished
years, Claiborne Pell represented the people of Rhode Island and looked out for the people of the
entire country -- by working tirelessly for the environment, for arms control, and for low-income
students who wanted a chance to go to college.
But nowhere were his accomplishments more extraordinary than in the arts. His
unparalleled devotion to the arts gave birth to the National Endowment for the Arts and
Humanities and earned him the lifelong gratitude of artists and art lovers everywhere.
Tonight's honorees have lived and worked in that tradition of artistic excellence. I want to
congratulate Gunther Schuller [GUN-ther SHOO-ler], Bunny Harvey, Eugene Lee and David
Macaulay.
The recipient of the Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement thrilled us with her music for
three decades. But then, at the pinnacle of her singing career, when many others were setting
their sights on finding a comfortable place to retire, Beverly Sills chose another calling -- this
time behind the scenes. There, she has devoted her time and talents to increase the appeal of
opera in this country. She has also committed more than a lifetime of energy working on behalf
of disabled children. Thank you, Beverly.
T.S. Elliot once said, "culture may be described simply as that which makes life worth
living." Each of you tonight has helped make our spirits soar. Senator Pell, our honorees, and, of
course, everyone connected with the Trinity Repertory Company. You've enriched our lives in
countless ways. Thank you and good night.
5
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS
WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE OF THE AMERICAS
APRIL 7, 1999
Good morning. I am so pleased to join this second plenary session of the Women's
Leadership Conference of the Americas. I only wish I could be there in person, to participate in
this important discussion about how to advance the status of women in our hemisphere.
Over the past few years, I have had the privilege of traveling throughout the Americas,
and I've seen first hand the progress that women -- like yourselves -- are making as leaders in
their communities. I have met women who have lost family members to violence and war -- but
are now at the forefront of the struggles to protect human rights. I have met women who have
had little access to health care or education -- but are now creating a better future for their
children. And I've met women throughout the Americas who are entering public life for the first
time -- and giving voice to others too often left behind.
Yet as much progress as we've made -- we all know how many obstacles remain. Too
many women here in this country and throughout the Americas are unable to realize their
dreams, or contribute fully to the economic and political life in their communities. That's why
the work of the Women's Leadership Conference of the America's is so important.
By strengthening communication among women in different countries, you are helping
women from all walks of life to share ideas and learn from one another. By bridging the gap
between ordinary citizens and their governments -- WLCA is helping to give women at the grass
roots level a place at the table. And by offering concrete recommendations for how we expand
the tools of opportunity for women -- and end the violence against them -- you are ensuring that
more women can live up to their God-given potentials.
All of you here today have demonstrated what can be accomplished when people from
diverse backgrounds and political views work together to advance the lives -- and aspirations --
of women across the Americas. Thank you for all that you have done -- and will continue to do --
to reach that common goal. I hope you have a wonderful conference.
6
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS TO
ASCRS SYMPOSIUM AND TRIBUTE TO DR. HAROLD RIDLEY
APRIL 7, 1999
Good afternoon everyone. I am so pleased to join all of you for the 25th anniversary of
the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. I only wish I could be there in person
to honor a man whose spirit and perseverance has brought the gift of sight to over 500 million
people throughout the world.
Thanks to Dr. Ridley, every year more Americans can read bedtime stories to their
grandchildren with greater ease or view road signs more clearly. More Americans can see a
smile on the face of a loved-one or catch a glimpse of the first signs of spring.
And thanks to Dr. Ridley every year more Americans are leading active, fulfilling and
meaningful lives. So, congratulations Dr. Ridley and thank you for making this world a little bit
brighter -- and clearer -- for millions and millions of people around the globe.
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS FOR
SEVENTH ANNUAL MINNESOTA BEAT THE ODDS BANQUET
CHILDREN'S DEFENSE FUND - MINNESOTA
APRIL 5, 1999
Good evening. I'm SO pleased to be able to join you for the seventh annual Minnesota
Beat the Odds Banquet. I want to thank each of you for your support of the Children's Defense
Fund -- an organization that is near and dear to my heart. Your contributions tonight will make a
profound difference in the lives of so many children.
Nothing could give me more pleasure than helping you celebrate the achievements of the
five outstanding young people you have chosen to honor. Their lives represent the promise of
this great country.
Yer, [rhymes with her], you've managed to overcome tremendous obstacles while
holding on to what's important -- your family, your culture and your education. Your
achievements both in and out of the classroom are an inspiration to us all.
Lora, there are many adults who would have given up hope in the face of the hardships
you have confronted. Yet, with the help of your family, friends and a circle of caring adults, you
have proven that there is light, even at the end of the darkest tunnel.
Kao, [rhymes with cow] you witnessed some of life's cruelest realities as a small child.
But despite the pain of the losses you have endured, you continue to prove that you are a fighter
and a survivor.
Meghan, sometimes we don't know where the spirit to overcome and succeed comes
from. But you've certainly got it. You've said you want to go to college and become a
veterinarian. And you've shown the world that you can do whatever you set your mind to.
Finally, Crystal, you could have let your father's tragic death turn you in the wrong
direction. But instead you have chosen to use your extraordinary courage and talents to succeed
as a scholar, an athlete, and a human being. I fully expect to see you on the medal stand one day
during the Olympic Games.
Each of you is exceptional in so many ways. You've faced obstacles that could have
beaten you down, but instead you've beaten the odds. Your motivation, hard work and selfless
spirit have carried you where you are today and will stay with you as you lead all of us
tomorrow.
I know the President joins me in congratulating all of you and in wishing you the greatest
success in the years ahead. Thank you and good night.
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS TO
AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION CENTER ON CHILDREN AND THE LAW
WYNDHAM CENTER CITY HOTEL
WASHINGTON, DC
APRIL 9, 1999
Good morning. I am honored to take part in the Ninth National Conference on
Children and the Law. I only wish I could be there in person to thank the ABA and all of you
for making our legal system work better for the children and families it serves. I know that
you will be hearing from representatives of the Yale Child Study Center. As many of you
know, I spent a year after law school working there. And I did so because I shared your belief
that the law can -- and should -- be a powerful tool to improve children's lives.
Nowhere is that more clear than with the issues you're focusing on at this conference --
foster care and children's health. When you began holding these conferences, who would
have thought that research into the brain would tell us so much about the earliest -- and most
critical -- years of a child's life? Who would have thought that we'd create the new Children's
Health Insurance Program, which, when combined with Medicaid expansion, will provide
access to health insurance for millions of children? And who would have thought that the
President would sign the Adoption and Safe Families Act -- and make clear that in our child
welfare system, the health and safety of children will always be our first consideration.
These are great accomplishments. But you know better than anyone how much further
we have to go to secure safe permanent homes for children all across the country. How much
further we have to go until no child picks up a gun or a cigarette or a drug and throws away a
future. And how much further we have to go before all children have the health care,
education, and support they need to stay out of harm's way and make the most of their lives.
And you know we will not reach that day solely with new laws and regulations. It will
take all of you continuing to raise your voices on behalf of children in and out of the
courtroom. And so I want to thank you for working to educate each other about the laws that
help children -- and change those that don't. Thank you for helping to keep children out of the
court system, protecting them while they're in it, and nurturing them long after they're gone.
And I want to thank you for making sure the legal system fulfills its promise to protect the
most vulnerable among us -- especially our children.
That is why you're here today -- and it is what you do every day. Thank you -- and I
hope you have a wonderful conference.
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS FOR
FRAGILE X RESEARCH FOUNDATION DINNER
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL, WASHINGTON
APRIL 19, 1999
Good evening. I am pleased to have this opportunity to welcome all of you to the second
annual Mary Higgins Clark Gala. The President and I only wish we could be there in person to
commend you for the extraordinary work you are doing.
I know many of you in the audience are parents or grandparents of children with Fragile
X syndrome. I can only imagine how devastating it was for you to realize how little was known
about this disease that has shattered your lives, and how little could be done to help those
suffering from its symptoms.
Now, thanks to the dedication and determination of Fragile X parents like Katie Clapp,
Mike Tranfaglia [Tran-fahlia] and Kathy May, the Fraxa Research Foundation is helping us to
learn more about this disease. Because of the research you've helped fund, parents of children
with Fragile X syndrome now have real reason to hope -- not only for effective treatments, but
for a cure.
I want to thank the co-chairs -- Mary Beth Busby and Diane Rehm -- for hosting this
wonderful event. And I want to thank Roger Mudd for lending his considerable talents as Master
of Ceremonies. I also want to congratulate Mary Beth and her husband, David Busby, who along
with Kitty and Enzo de Chiara [Dee kee-AHR-ah], have carried the story of Fragile X to Capitol
Hill, helping to secure even more support for critical research. And all of us owe a debt of
gratitude to Mary Jane Clark and Mary Higgins Clark, who, through their writing, speaking, and
support, have helped to publicize the tragedy and hope surrounding Fragile X. Finally, I want to
pay a special tribute to those of you in the audience who are engaged in the research that will one
day produce a cure.
I honor all of you for what you do -- every single day -- to bring that day closer when
every parent will be free from fear -- and all children can grow up strong and healthy.
Thank you and good night.
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS FOR THE
PELL AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE IN THE ARTS
PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND
APRIL 7, 1999
Good evening. I'm so pleased to have this opportunity to join you tonight in honoring
this year's recipients of the Pell Awards for Excellence in the Arts.
Before we turn to the honorees, I want to say a brief word about the man for whom
tonight's awards are named -- my friend, Senator Claiborne Pell. For thirty six distinguished
years, Claiborne Pell represented the people of Rhode Island and looked out for the people of the
entire country -- by working tirelessly for the environment, for arms control, and for low-income
students who wanted a chance to go to college.
But nowhere were his accomplishments more extraordinary than in the arts. His
unparalleled devotion to the arts gave birth to the National Endowment for the Arts and
Humanities and earned him the lifelong gratitude of artists and art lovers everywhere.
Tonight's honorees have lived and worked in that tradition of artistic excellence. I want to
congratulate Gunther Schuller [GUN-ther SHOO-ler], Bunny Harvey, Eugene Lee and David
Macaulay.
The recipient of the Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement thrilled us with her music for
three decades. But then, at the pinnacle of her singing career, when many others were setting
their sights on finding a comfortable place to retire, Beverly Sills chose another calling -- this
time behind the scenes. There, she has devoted her time and talents to increase the appeal of
opera in this country. She has also committed more than a lifetime of energy working on behalf
of disabled children. Thank you, Beverly.
T.S. Elliot once said, "culture may be described simply as that which makes life worth
living." Each of you tonight has helped make our spirits soar. Senator Pell, our honorees, and, of
course, everyone connected with the Trinity Repertory Company. You've enriched our lives in
countless ways. Thank you and good night.
FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPED REMARKS
WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE OF THE AMERICAS
APRIL 7, 1999
Good morning. I am so pleased to join this second plenary session of the Women's
Leadership Conference of the Americas. I only wish I could be there in person, to participate in
this important discussion about how to advance the status of women in our hemisphere.
Over the past few years, I have had the privilege of traveling throughout the Americas,
and I've seen first hand the progress that women -- like yourselves -- are making as leaders in
their communities. I have met women who have lost family members to violence and war -- but
are now at the forefront of the struggles to protect human rights. I have met women who have
had little access to health care or education -- but are now creating a better future for their
children. And I've met women throughout the Americas who are entering public life for the first
time -- and giving voice to others too often left behind.
Yet as much progress as we've made -- we all know how many obstacles remain. Too
many women here in this country and throughout the Americas are unable to realize their
dreams, or contribute fully to the economic and political life in their communities. That's why
the work of the Women's Leadership Conference of the America s'is so important.
By strengthening communication among women in different countries, you are helping
women from all walks of life to share ideas and learn from one another. By bridging the gap
between ordinary citizens and their governments -- WLCA is helping to give women at the grass
roots level a place at the table. And by offering concrete recommendations for how we expand
the tools of opportunity for women -- and end the violence against them -- you are ensuring that
more women can live up to their God-given potentials.
All of you here today have demonstrated what can be accomplished when people from
diverse backgrounds and political views work together to advance the lives -- and aspirations --
of women across the Americas. Thank you for all that you have done -- and will continue to do --
to reach that common goal. I hope you have a wonderful conference.
AB
Defending Liberty
Pursuing Justice
A PROGRAM OF THE
AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION
Center on Children
YOUNG LAWYERS DIVISION
and the Law
Center Staff
740 15th Street, NW, 9th Floor
Howard A, Davidson, Director
March 5, 1999
Robert M. Horowitz, Associate Director
Washington, D.C. 20005
Debra Ratterman Baker-
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Elyse Csillag
Heather 1. Davies
Nicole Rabner
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Mark Hardin
Veronica E. Hermrich
Sally Small Inada
Washington, DC 20500
Nefertari Johnson
Eva J. Klain
Anne Marie Lancour
Re:
Invitation to First Lady to Attend American Bar Association's
Miriam Laver
Laura B. Nickles
Ninth National Conference on Children and the Law, April 8-10
Yolande M. Samerson
Claire Sandt
Katie Warwick Scrivner
Lisa Waxler
Dear Ms. Rabner:
Celestine N. White
Consultant
Barbara Smith
I am writing to see if Mrs. Clinton would be available and interested in
joining us, and make brief remarks, during some part of the ABA's
Young Lawyers Division
bi-annual national conferernce on "children and the law" which is being
Chairperson
LaRonda D. Barnes
held in the District, April 8-10, at the Wyndham City Center Hotel
Chairperson-Elect
(formally Sheraton City Centre), at 1143 New Hampshire Avenue, NW.
Rachelle L. Des Vaux-Bedke
If that is not possible, a videotaped "welcome" would be most appreciated.
Board of Governors Liaison
C. Elisia Frazier
Tracy A. Giles
Our first choice for her participation would be at a program that CourtTV
Advisory Board
and the ABA are doing for later live broadcast, on the development of a
Chair
Kristin G. Brewer
new National Agenda for Legal Action on behalf of children, which will be
Young Lawyers Division
issued by the ABA in 2000. That program, moderated by Arthur Miller of
Bonnie Susan Brier
Health Law Section
Harvard Law School, is on April 9th from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. (and
Doris Clanton
confirmed speakers already include Asst. Attorney General Eric Holder and
Section of Dispute Resolution
Legal Services Corporation President John McKay).
Anthony DeMarco
Litigation Section,
Children's Law Committee
Another opportunity would be our conference opening session/reception,
Hon. Clinton E. Deveaux
Judicial Division
April 8th from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. A further alternative would be her
James L. Forman
appearance in connection with our keynote presentation by the U.S.
Steering Committee on the
Unmet Legal Needs of Children
Surgeon General, Dr. David Satcher, April 9th from 4:30 and 5:30 p.m.
Sanford Fox
Finally, on Saturday, April 10th, there would be an opportunity during our
Individual Rights and
Responsibilities Section
opening plenary session, from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. (where people from the
Ann M. Haralambie
Yale Child Study Center will be presenting) or at our closing conference
Family Law Section
luncheon on April 10th from noon to 1:30 p.m. (where Dr. Carol
Brian Hermanson
General Practice,
Williams, head of the U.S. Children's Bureau will be speaking).
Solo and Small Firms
Wallace Mlyniec
Criminal Justice Section,
I hope that Mrs. Clinton's schedule can possibly permit her, even briefly, to
Juvenile Justice Committee
participate in our conference. Thank you for your attention and interest.
Daniel L. Skoler
Government/Public
If you have any questions, please call me at 202/662-1740.
Sector Lawyers Division
Laurie V. Snell
Young Lawyers Division
Sincerely,
Howard Davidson
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"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.
Indeed, it's the only thing that ever does."
- Margaret Mead
January 15, 1999
Dear Hillary,
No, this is not a belated Christmas letter though I am sure a Christmas letter would be
easier to write. This is instead a letter from the heart which Enzo and I have been wanting
to write for many years and have not had the courage to do.
It has always been our nature to do things by ourselves and not ask others for help.
As you may or may not know, our son Michael has an inherited disease called Fragile X.
When Michael was born we thought we had a perfectly healthy baby boy. It was not long
before we realized he was not developing at a normal rate. He did not sit, walk, talk or show
a curiosity in things as other children did. By age 2 we knew something was seriously wrong.
For years we took Michael to speech, physical and occupational therapy trying to help
him to develop normally. During these years we never knew why he was developmentally
delayed. Finally, in 1986 when he was 10 years old, one of his doctors suggested we have him
tested for a newly discovered genetic disease called Fragile X. If you can believe it, we were
actually relieved to finally be able to put a name to the problem.
As it turns out, 1 in 2000 males and 1 in 4000 females are affected by this disease. It
is the most common inherited cause of mental retardation. In addition to retardation this
disease manifests itself in autistic-like behaviors, poor eye contact, resistance to being touched
or held, poor attention span, anxiety and some physical characteristics as well. To avoid being
too technical; suffice it to say there is a fragile site on the X chromosome where и protein
producing gene has shut down. This missing protein is necessary for nerve transmission and
it is the cause of Michael's neurological problems.
From Fragile X's discovery in 1982 until 1994 organizations have worked primarily to
educate the public about Fragile X and to encourage early intervention with different
therapies. In 1994 three parents of children with Fragile X decided to form the FRAXA
Research Foundation to concentrate on furthering scientific research to find a cure and/or
treatment for this disease. Today the FRAXA Research Foundation has 25 chapters, it has
funded a half a million dollars of research in 1998 and it will fund more than $500,000 in
1999.
This past December 3rd and 4th I had the pleasure to attend a symposium co-sponsored
by FRAXA and N.I.H. with 28 top researchers from around the world. The purpose of the
meeting was to identify exactly what needs to be done to find a cure for Fragile X. Ideas and
research findings were exchanged and the additional needed research was defined. The
optimism shared by these scientists is what has inspired us to write this letter. We can only
hope that the cure will be found in time to help our Michael, and if not, we are certain that
it will be there for all the Michaels who will follow.
So, why are 'we telling you all of this now? Well. Enzo and I are on the dinner
committee for the upcoming Second Annual Mary Higgins Clark Gala to benefit the FRAXA
Research Foundation. It will be held on Monday, April 19, 1999 at the Four Seasons Hotel
in Washington, D.C. Roger Mudd will be our emcee and radio talk host Diane Rehm will co-
chair the event with Board of Director Vice President and parent, Mary Beth Busby. Jim and
Sylvia Symington will provide the entertainment.
We would like to invite you and the president to be our guests at this gala. It would
be our distinct honor to be your hosts for this important event. We greatly admire your
commitment to and advocacy for children's issues and as Fragile X affects millions of children
throughout the world, we hope this dinner will be of interest to you.
We thank you for reading this letter and we hope you will consider attending the gala.
If you know of someone else that would benefit from the enclosed FRAXA information or
would like to attend the gala, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Warmest regards,
Kitty and Enyo
Kitty and Enzo de Chiara
Enclosed please find FRAXA publications.
What is FRAXA?
FRAXA Research
In 1994, three parents of children
Foundation, Inc.
X
with fragile X syndrome founded
A national nonprofit, tax-exempt
FRAXA because fragile X research is
private organization run by
drastically underfunded. Their mission:
volunteer parents of children with
FRAXA
to further scientific research to find
fragile X syndrome
effective treatment for this disorder.
Board of Directors and Officers
Research
FRAXA Research Foundation, Inc. is
Katherine Clapp, M.S.
now a national nonprofit, 501(c)(3)
President, Parent, Co-founder, West Newbury, MA
tax-exempt organization composed of
Foundation, Inc.
Kathleen May
parents and medical professionals. We
Vice President, Parent, Co-founder, Legislative
are a 100% volunteer organization.
Advocate, ARC of Northern Virginia, Fairfax, VA
supporting
FRAXA directly funds promising
Michael Tranfaglia, M.D.
research projects aimed at treatment.
Treasurer, Medical Director, Psychiatrist, Parent,
Applications for FRAXA postdoctoral fel-
Co-founder, West Newbury, MA
research for
lowships are now accepted.
Mary Beth Busby
Parent, Washington, DC.
FRAXA promotes awareness of fragile
the treatment of
X. We publish a quarterly newsletter
Mary Jane Clark
CBS News Producer, Parent, New York
and informational booklets. We hold
fundraising events and organize parent
Lars Lundgren, M.D.
advocacy groups around the country.
Pediatrician, Newburyport, MA
Fragile X
Pamela Mellon, Ph.D.
Professor of Reproductive Medicine and Neuroscience,
You Can Help!
University of California at San Diego, CA
Syndrome
Your tax-deductible donation in any
amount WILL make a difference! As a
FRAXA Research Foundation
almost
45 Pleasant St.
100% volunteer organization, we have
Newburyport, MA 01950
one of the
minimal overhead expenses. As a par-
ent-run organization, we are deter-
mined to improve the lives of the hun-
FRAXA
most common
dreds of thousands of children across
Research
the country who live with fragile X. We
Foundation, Inc.
inherited diseases
will keep you informed of our progress
Box 935, West Newbury, MA 01985
Phone: (978) 462-1866 Fax: (978) 463-9985
through FRAXA's quarterly newsletter.
E-mail: [email protected]
We welcome volunteers as well.
Web Site: www.fraxa.org
worldwide
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Kitty and Enzo de Chiara
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Dear Kitty and Enzo:
Thank you for sharing with me the information about
Fragile X Syndrome and the significant research efforts to
find a cure. Realizing how this disease has affected Michael
and your family, I know how intensely concerned you are
about this important endeavor.
The President and I appreciate the invitation to be
your guests at the Second Annual Mary Higgins Clark Gala
on April 19 to benefit the FRAXA Research Foundation.
Someone from our scheduling offices will be in contact with
you.
With warm regards and all best wishes, I remain
Sincerely yours,
Hillary Hillary Rodham Clinton
cc: Scheduling
What is
What
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The fact that
Fragile X?
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fragile X is a
Treatment?
Fragile X syndrome is the single
Fragile
single gene
There is currently no cure for fragile X syndrome,
most common inherited cause of
disorder makes
X?
although appropriate education and medications can
mental Impairment.
the probability
help maximize the potential of each child. However,
In 1991, scientists dis-
of finding
Symptoms include:
most boys and many girls remain significantly affected
covered the gene (called
an effective
throughout their lives. The cost to society for treatment,
mental impairment, ranging
FMR1) that causes frag-
treatment for
special education, and lost income is staggering. The
from learning disabilities to
ile X. In individuals with
the current
need for research aimed at treatment is urgent.
mental retardation
fragile X syndrome, a
generation of
defect in FMR1 (a full
affected children
Recent significant progress has been made in under-
attention deficit and
standing mechanisms and potential treatments for
hyperactivity
mutation) shuts the
much more likely
inherited diseases which are caused by a single gene,
gene down. Like a defec-
W Ted Brown, MD PhD
such as fragile X. Current medical research focuses on:
anxiety and unstable mood
tive factory, the FMR1
Professor Chairman
autistic-like behaviors
gene cannot manufac-
Department of Human
Gene Therapy
Genetics Institute for Basic
studying the gene that
have.been.very
ture the protein that it
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causes fragile X in order to
long face, large ears, flat feet,
normally makes.
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determine whether a
the high quality.of
and
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researcht t.FRA
inserted into the cells of
hyperextensible fingers
affected individuals, there-
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carriers: they have a small defect in the FMR1 gene (called
by replacing the mutated,
ed in or to find a.
a premutation) but do not show symptoms of fragile X.
Boys are typically more
ineffective gene.
severely affected than girls.
Fragile X is inherited. Carrier men (transmitting males)
Protein Replacement
syndrome
While most boys have
pass the premutation to all their daughters but none of
Therapy
has mad remarkable,
their sons. Each child of a carrier woman has a 50%
studying the protein prod-
mental retardation, one-half
strides funding and
uct that is lacking due to
chance of inheriting the gene. The fragile X premutation
facilitating
to two-thirds of girls have
the mutation, in hopes
normal IQ or learning
can be passed silently down through generations in a fam-
that the protein may be
this field The
ily before a child is affected by the syndrome. A DNA blood
supplemented from an
my
disabilities. Emotional and
external source
ongoing fort
behavioral problems are
test identifies both carriers and affected individuals. While
common in both sexes.
the exact prevalence of fragile X is unknown, recent stud-
Psychopharmacology
fragile
ies indicate the the statistics below:
treating symptoms of the
Randi
Fragile X is one of
disorder with medications
of of Pediatrics
Children s Hospital,
the most common
Many researchers believe
Colorado
inherited diseases. It
1 in 2000 boys
that medical treatment,
affects all races and
and 1 in 4000
when it becomes available, will be able to help fragile X
ethnic groups. 80-
girls are estimated
individuals of all ages. Experts think that the missing
90% of people with
fragile X are not yet
to be affected
FMR protein has a regulatory function in the brain,
rather than a structural function, and that this protein is
correctly diagnosed.
needed throughout a person's life.
Grants and Fellowships Funded by
FRAXA Research Foundation
AWARDS FUNDED JULY 1998
9. Studies of the Fragile X Protein and Related
(Amounts are per year)
Proteins
1. Pharmacological Studies in Fragile X Syndrome
PI: Mary Kennedy PhD, California Inst. of Technology,
PI: Randi Hagerman MD, The Children's Hospital, Denver
Pasadena. Postdoctoral Fellowship ($34,000)
CO; Postdoctoral Fellowship ($30,000)
2. Restoring FMRP Expression in Cells from Fragile X
OTHER PROJECTS IN PROGRESS
Patients
10. Studies of the Function of the Fragile X Mental
PI: Andre Hoogeveen Ph.D., Erasmus Univ., Rotterdam,
Retardation Protein
The Netherlands. Postdoctoral Fellowship ($30,000)
PI: William Greenough Ph.D., Univ. of Illinois, Urbana-
Champaign
3. Psychophysiological Measures of Arousal:
Postdoctoral Fellowship funded January 1996 for 1 year
Documentation of Treatment Effects and Impact of
($25,000); Unrestricted Grant funded January 1997
Disability
($50,000). Project Grant funded January 1998 ($150,000)
PI: Don Bailey, Ph.D., Frank Porter Graham Child
Development Center, Univ. of North Carolina at Chapel
11. Mouse Models for Fragile X
Hill, NC. Postdoctoral Fellowship ($30,000)
PI: Ben Oostra Ph.D., Erasmus Univ., The Netherlands
Postdoctoral Fellowship funded July 1996 ($30,000),
4. Funding to import improved strain of FMR1 knockout
Renewed July 1997 ($30,000)
mouse to Jackson Laboratory
Induced Mutant Resource at The Jackson Laboratory; to
12. Diagnosing the Methylation Status of the Fragile X
rederive and cryopreserve the FMR1 targeted mutant strain
Gene Promotor Region
on a C57BL/6 genetic background. Grant ($10,000)
PI: Charles Laird Ph.D., Univ. of Washington, Seattle
Postdoctoral Fellowship funded July 1996 ($25,000),
Renewed July 1997 ($30,000)
AWARDS FUNDED JANUARY 1998
13. Studies of the Fragile X Knockout Mouse: Improving
5. Restoration of Natural FMR1 Expression in FMR1
Memory Reversal Testing and Treatment with
Deficient Mice by P1 Artificial Chromosome (PAC)
AMPAkines
Transgenesis
PI: W. Ted Brown MD, Ph.D., Inst. for Basic Research In
PI: Robert Bauchwitz MD, Ph.D., Columbia Univ., NY;
Developmental Disabilities, Staten Island, NY. Postdoctoral
Co-Investigators: Carl Dobkin, Ph.D., and W. Ted Brown
Fellowship funded January 1997 ($25,000), Renewed
MD, Ph.D., Inst. for Basic Research, Staten Island, NY.
January 1998 ($37,000)
Project Grant ($30,000)
6. Characterization of the Neuronal Function of FMRP
PI: David Nelson Ph.D., Baylor Univ., Houston, TX;
PREVIOUSLY FUNDED
Postdoctoral Fellowship ($30,000)
14. A Yeast Model of Fragile X Syndrome
PI: W. Ted Brown, IBR, Staten Island, NY. Postdoctoral
7. Isolating and Characterizing the mRNAs that Bind
Fellowship funded October 1994 ($35,000); Renewed
FMRP
October 1995 ($35,000)
PI: Robert Denman Ph.D., Inst. for Basic Research, Staten
Island, NY. Postdoctoral Fellowship ($30,000)
15. Gene Therapy for Fragile X Using Adeno-Associated
Virus
8. Export of the Fragile X Gene Product
PI: R. Jude Samulski, Univ. of North Carolina at Chapel
PI: Alan Tartakoff PhD, Case Western Reserve Univ.,
Hill. Fellowship funded July 1995 ($25,000)
Cleveland, OH. Postdoctoral Fellowship ($30,000)
Grants and Fellowships Available
for research on
Fragile X Syndrome
Fragile X Syndrome
#1 inherited cause of mental retardation, affecting approximately 1 in 2000 males and 1 in
4000 females
caused by a triplet repeat expansion in the 5' untranslated region of the FMR1 gene,
resulting in methylation of the promoter and lack of transcription of the gene
absence of FMR protein
FMRP
FMRP is an RNA-binding protein which is synthesized in or near and found in dendritic
spines (Weiler et al., 1997). In the absence of FMRP, these spines appear not to mature
normally during neural development (Hinton et al., 1991, Comery et al., 1997).
No other protein can completely compensate for the absence of FMRP in neural
development and plasticity.
Examples of Pivotal Research Areas
studies of the function of FMRP
models, including neural tissue culture models, to study compounds which can reverse the
effects of methylation and/or histone deacetylation in the mutated FMR1 gene
new mouse models for fragile X syndrome, such as by introduction of a transcription-
impeding triplet repeat expansion into the mouse FMR1 gene
cognitive and behavioral tests to better discriminate between FMR1 knockout mice and
normal mice
studies aimed at characterizing and treating seizure disorders associated with fragile X
syndrome
investigations into the potential of neural gene therapy vectors
FRAXA Research Foundation
privately-run foundation, founded in 1994, funded half million dollars of research in 1998
supports research that will ultimately lead to an effective treatment for fragile X syndrome
Applications
for postdoctoral fellowships up to $30,000 per year and investigator-initiated grants (no
funding limit) accepted twice each year
Guidelines and details available at www.fraxa.org or by contacting
Katie Clapp, President, FRAXA Research Foundation, 45 Pleasant St., Newburyport, MA 01950,
Phone: (978) 462-1866, Fax: (978) 463-9985 Email: [email protected], Web: www.fraxa.org
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at the end of The program.
From: Sybil Axner, Children's Defense Fund-Minnesota
Fred Senn, Fallon McElligott
Kristin Evanson, Fallon McElligott
Ruth Usem, Beat the Odds Committee
Re:
Minnesota Beat the Odds Welcome Video
Thank you for the congratulatory videos for our 1997 and 1998 "Beat the Odds" award events. Each
year, Mrs. Clinton's video recognition for the honorees is extremely well received and appreciated by
the honorees and our audience of over 700 guests. When Mrs. Clinton mentions each of the young
honorees, the audience hears them gasp in amazement as she says their name. The message is a
wonderful gift for these students.
Here are the details of this year's event for your consideration:
Event Date/Time:
April 15, 1999, 7 pm dinner and awards presentation
Expected attendance:
800 (corporate/Individual)
Corporate sponsors:
KARE-TV (Gannett affiliate, NBC)
Children's Hospitals and Clinics
Halleland Lewis Nilan Sipkins & Johnson
Healthy Learners Board
James R. Thorpe Foundation
Norwest Bank Minnesota, N.A.
Keynote Speaker:
Marian Wright Edelman
Format:
Beta is preferred, but VHS is workable
Suggested length:
2 minutes
Honorees:
see bios, next page
Yer Chang female
Lora Miller, female
Kao Vang, male (first name pronounced cow)
Meghan Hubbard, female
Crystal Robinson
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Seventh annual Minnesota "Beat the Odds" banquet
This year's five honorees are an remarkable group of motivated, hard working, and
dedicated young people who have overcome enormous personal obstacles. Beat the
Odds focuses on the children of our community, the struggles which they face, and
the tremendous determination and grace with which they succeed.
Enclosures: Bios of honorees, script outline as per last year's format
Further information: Call Sybil Axner, office 651-227-6121; home
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Please note that this script is only for use as a suggested guide.
Hello, everyone. I'm honored to be part of the 7th annual Minnesota Beat the Odds banquet and to
thank all of you whose support of the Children's Defense Fund of Minnesota makes a difference
everyday in the lives of children throughout your state and region. Nothing gives me more pleasure
than sharing in a celebration of 5 outstanding young people who represent the promise of our great
country. This year's honorees are exceptional, not only for the odds that they have beaten, but for their
motivation, hard work and selfless spirit. Most impressive about these young women and men is that
despite their hardships, they have maintained a sense of self, a sense of hope and a sense of
responsibility that has carried them to where they are today. Not only have they excelled in school,
they also have given back to their communities. Each of tonight's honorees, in his or her own way, has
shown that young people can and will do extraordinary things with their lives when given the
opportunity.
Yes, --(personal message to Yer)
Yer Chang's Bio: Yer arrived with her family from a Thailand refugee camp when she
was six months old. Her family remained closely tied to the Hmong community and spoke
their native language at home. When Yer began school she faced difficulties learning to
speak, read and write English Yer strove to be a good American student and while
maintaining her respect for her Hmong culture. When she was 13 years old, her family
arranged her marriage. She wanted to be a "good Hmong girl" and yet, the marriage caused
her great turmoil and unhappiness. When her Hmong husband was forced to return to
France because of an expired Visa, Yer was able to escape her marriage but not the
commitment to her husband's family. Her mother, who is very close to Yer, helped her
escape and return home. Yer faced further tragedy when her brother, whom she loved
greatly, committed suicide two years ago. Despite these extraordinary difficulties, Yer
has achieved great successes. She is Vice President of the Honor Society, has a 3.9 grade
point average and is in the top 20% of her class. She is active in the Southeast Asian Club
and a Hmong youth peace organization, participates in Speech tournaments, and works
part-time. Yer reflects, "It has been a difficult journey, but through my experiences I have
not only lost but gained so much. Everyone has struggles in their life, but for me I only see
them as obstacles that I can overcome."
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Lora, (personal message to Lora)
Lora Miller's bio: When Lora was 12 years old, her father was arrested raping her sister.
Lora's dad was a professional and highly regarded in the community. After the arrest
investigators discovered sexual abuse of Lora, her brother and sister which dated back to
their earliest memories. Yet the children had never told anyone, including their mother.
During the next weeks and months, Lora remembers the endless questions and scrutiny from
friends and relatives and the courts. She was unintentionally overlooked during the long
court process. At school, kids found out and tormented her with cruel names and teasing.
Lora's grades dropped; she skipped school and became withdrawn Lora's dad was
sentenced to 30 years probation and 54 months in prison. His sentence was stayed pending
successful completion of treatment at an inpatient counseling facility. His treatment
program meant the loss of their family's income, the eventual foreclosure on their new
home and severe financial hardships during an already stressful period. Since then, her
father has made significant progress. Lora has been helped by counselors, and she has
started to trust and hope once again. Her family moved to the city where she surrounded
herself with good friends and caring adults. Her GPA went from 1.90 to straight A's. She is
in band, choir and jazz band, badminton, a member of Women in Aviation International, and
on the Senior Class Board. She has been accepted at St. Catherine's and plans to become a
nurse. Lora says she owes her life to her counselors and to her mom. "They are the people
that kept me out of trouble. I came close to ending my life several times, but because of their
unconditional love, I learned that nothing is ever that dark. Life is too precious to end
before your time. I have too much to do!"
Kao, (personal message to Kao)
Kao Vang's Bio: When Kao was ten, his family lived in a small village in Laos with a
group of resistance fighters. While his parents looked for food, communist soldiers
attacked the village, killing his brother. To save himself, Kao pulled his brother's
body over himself and pretended to be dead while the soldiers killed everyone and
burned the straw huts. He stayed under his dead brother the entire night. Once united
with his parents, they fled to Thailand. As they made their way through the jungle
they saw the bodies of others who tried to escape. They arrived at the refugee camp in
1987. In 1989, Kao's father went back to Laos to join the resistance fighters. The family
waited for six years for his return. Kao asked his mother if she wanted to go to
America but she wanted to wait for Kao's father. Kao decided to come to America by
himself. He lives with his aunt. Kao wrote, "She really loves me as a son of her own
and I love her as my mother. However, the emptiness and loneliness is still in my
heart. My mother is still waiting for my father-it has been ten years now. I have come
on a long and rough road and now I am a survivor. Now if I have a struggle in life, I will
emerge the stronger and better from it in the future."
Meghan (personal message to Meghan)
Meghan Hubbard's bio: Meghan's earliest memories include abuse, pain and neglect.
When she was three years old she was taken from her mother to be raised by her aunt
and grandmother. Meghan loves her grandmother but remembers when other people
were allowed into the house using drugs and alcohol leaving her feeling scared and
alone. Often, she had to give up her room and took the blame for other family
members. Meghan was kicked out of the house on several occasions. Not knowing where
to go, she walked the streets in her neighborhood even though she feared the gangs,
drug dealers and users. When Meghan was in sixth grade she learned she had a
younger brother but has yet to meet him. Still, she remains enthusiastic, creative and
spirited. She raised her grade point average from 23 to 3.4 and plans to attend college.
She wants to become a veterinarian. In the meantime, Meghan spoils her dog, rabbit
and three fish. She joined the all-male high school football team and also
participates in soccer, basketball and track. Meghan says, "When others say it can't be
done, I know it can. I had to motivate myself. I'm going to college and I'm a success."
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Crystal, (personal message to Crystal)
Crystal Robinson's bio: Crystal remembers her dad with love. Her father loved his family,
however, he got involved with drugs, which eventually killed him. Crystal grew up thinking it
was normal for her father to stay out late. She never wondered why her things came up missing.
She knew about her father's drug problem, but he always told her that he loved her and that was
all that mattered to her. He promised he would quit drugs and watch her graduate. When Crystal
was thirteen, her father died of a drug induced heart attack She says, "I could have let my
father's death get to me. I could have let it pull me down or use it as an excuse not to strive to
succeed. Instead, I have done just the opposite. I want to be the best I can be." Crystal is a member
of the National Honor Society, participates in track and field and specializes in the shot put. She
will be attending Drake University in Iowa to study computer science and join the track team. She
plans on participating in the 2002 Olympics in the Shot Put event. "I will be somebody and that is
that."
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FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
VIDEOTAPE REMARKS FOR MINNESOTA BEAT THE ODDS AWARD EVENT
MAY 4, 1995
Hello, everyone. I'm honored to , I wart be part of the Third Annual
Minnesota Beat the Odds banquet and to thank all of you whose
support the Children's Defense Fund of Minnesota makes a
difference every day in the lives of children throughout your
region.
Nothing gives me more pleasure than sharing in a celebration
of five outstanding young people who represent the promise of our
great country.
This year's honorees are exceptional, not only for the odds
they have beaten, but for their motivation, hard work, and
selfless spirits. Most impressive about these young men and women
is that, despite their hardships, they have maintained a sense of
self, a sense of hope, and a sense of responsibility that has
carried them to where they are today.
Not only have they excelled in school, they also have given
back to their communities. Each of tonight's honorees, in his or
her own way, has shown that young people can and will do
extraordinary things with their lives when given the opportunity.
Terrell [tuh-RELL], I get tired just thinking about all of
the activities you fit into your day. Because you never allowed
anyone to discourage you from your goals, you have excelled in
school, in extracurricular activities, and as a volunteer in the
community. Thank you for helping so many of your peers understand
that, if we take responsibility for ourselves, we can all fulfill
our God-given potential.
Jodi, I wish every high school student in America invested
as much time and energy in their schooling as you do. You really
know what it means to work hard -- on the job and in the
classroom. Thank you for helping others understand the importance
of having a positive self-image -- and for being such a good role
model.
Jessica, your courageous spirit reminds us how important it
is to confront the challenges we face in our lives. Your passion
to learn and your determination to excel make your example
especially compelling to young people everywhere who are
experiencing hardship. Thank you for giving them hope.
Baba, you are a real inspiration to youngsters who think
they have no alternative to a life on the streets. But I
especially want to commend you for your desire to serve others
and pursue an education through AmeriCorps You and others like
you make the national service program one of the President's
proudest accomplishments. Thank you.
Touch [tuke -- rhymes with duke], you embody the true
qualities of leadership. You know how to inspire, how to listen,
and how to bring out the best in your peers. Thank you for using
your leadership skills with such care and compassion as you work
so hard to help others in need.
I know the President joins me in congratulating all of you -
- and wishing you great success in the years ahead. You are an
inspiration to all of us.
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It is our distinct honor to invite you to participate in this year's Pell Awards for Excellence in the Arts in
Providence, Rhode Island on Thursday, April 15, 1999. The Pell Awards, established in 1997 to mark the
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and local artists and to benefit the Tony-Award winning Trinity Repertory Company.
This year's Pell Awards recipients demonstrate the genuine and lasting connection artists so often make
between their craft and the world around them. This year's Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts
will be presented to soprano Beverly Sills who is one of the greatest coloratura sopranos of the twentieth
century. The New England Pell Award will be presented to Pulitzer Prize winning composer Gunther
Schuller. In addition to his many compositions, Mr. Schuller travels the world conducting major ensembles
and served as New England Conservatory's President for over ten years.
Rhode Island Pell Award recipients include Eugene Lee, whose theater set and lighting designs have received
two Tony Awards (Candide and Sweeney Todd) and have transformed the stage of Saturday Night Live since
its inception. Caldecott winner, writer/illustrator David Macaulay has provided children and adults with
numerous books which give us insight into simple technology and architecture as in his most popular book,
The Way Things Work. Lastly, painter Bunny Harvey is a recipient of the Rome Prize in painting and her
semi-abstract landscapes are visual masterpieces. Previous award recipients include Jason Robards, Arthur
Miller, Chris Van Allsburg, Lloyd Richards and Paula Vogel.
Our intent is for these awards is to create support and pressure for the continued existence of the National
Endowment for the Arts, and we think in a small way we have been effective. This year we expect every
major politician of the region to attend as well as business, arts and other cultural leaders.
It would be our first hope that you could attend the evening's festivities. If you are unable to attend, we
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The awards dinner will be held in Providence, Rhode Island on April 15, 1999.
The Trinity Repertory Company, one of New England's most respected performing
arts companies and host of the awards dinner, is eager for you to attend this event. As
you may know, the Pell Awards celebrate excellence and achievement in the arts, a fitting
tribute to Senator Claiborne Pell's lifetime commitment to these ideals.
I encourage you to consider this invitation. The 1999 Pell Awards for Excellence in
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However, should you be unable to attend the event, Trinity Repertory Company is hopeful
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Mrs. Hillary Rodham Clinton
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Dear Mrs. Clinton,
Thank you for your recent letter responding to our invitation to the Pell Awards for
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In your absence, would you be willing to film a short two to four minute video tribute for
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Sills and Schuller to receive Pell Awards for Excellence in the Arts
April 15th awards celebration planned
Trinity Repertory Company, together with event co-chairs E. Gordon Gee and Constance Bumgarner
Gee and Tom and Cathy Ryan, have announced the 1999 Annual Pell Awards for Excellence in the
Arts. This black tie celebration features an elegant dinner, special performances, and the awards
program, and will take place at 6:30pm on Thursday, April 15th at the Rhode Island Convention
Center. Soprano Beverly Sills will receive the 1999 Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement in the
Arts, and composer/conductor Gunther Schuller will receive the New England Pell Award.
Tickets to the event are $250 each, $500 for patrons. Proceeds from ticket sales and sponsorships
fund the grants awarded to Pell Award winners, with remaining monies supporting the artistic
programming at Trinity Rep. Honorary chairs of the event are Senator and Mrs. Claiborne Pell. The
Pell Awards' criteria include excellence in the field; work that significantly advances the art form;
and contribution to the betterment of the community and the world at large through artistic presence
and community service.
The Pell Awards, now in their third year, honor Senator Claiborne Pell and recognize artistic
excellence in Rhode Island and the New England region as well as on the national level. Senator Pell
sponsored the landmark legislation that established the National Endowment for the Arts and
Humanities in 1965, and chaired the Senate Education and Arts subcommittee. Throughout his
lifetime, Senator Pell has worked to support the arts and provide new opportunities for artists. He
also served a four-year term on the board of Trinity Repertory Company.
The 1999 recipient of the Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts is Beverly Sills,
renowned coloratura soprano and Chairman of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Ms. Sills
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made her debut with the San Francisco Opera in 1953 and triumphed in virtually all of the world's
leading opera houses before making her Metropolitan Opera debut in 1975. An exemplary interpreter
of the bel canto repertoire, Ms. Sills recorded 18 full-length operas and several solo recital discs, and
appeared in many television broadcasts. In 1980 she was named General Director of the New York
City Opera, where she helped to launch the careers of countless young singers and broadened opera's
audience appeal through the use of super-title simultaneous translation. Her honors include the
Presidential Medal of Freedom and Kennedy Center Honors. She serves on many boards and is the
retired National Chairman of the March of Dimes Foundation, for which she raised over $80 million.
1999's New England Pell Award goes to composer/conductor Gunther Schuller. In a musical
career that continues at a heady pace after fifty-five years, Mr. Schuller crosses styles and periods
with facility and authority. In 1959, he gave up principal French hom positions with major symphony
orchestras to devote himself to composition and conducting. He has been honored with the Pulitzer
Prize (1994), two Guggenheim fellowships, the MacArthur Award (1991), and membership in the
American Classical Music Hall of Fame, among other awards. As a conductor, he leads major
ensembles in widely varied repertory, in recordings and in performance throughout the world. Mr.
Schuller was President of the New England Conservatory of Music from 1967 to 1977. Mr. Schuller
has made extensive contributions as an educator, jazz historian, administrator, music publisher,
record producer, and author.
Recipients of the 1999 Rhode Island Pell Awards will be announced shortly. Last year's Pell Award
recipients were Arthur Miller, Lifetime Achievement Award; Lloyd Richards, New England Pell
Award; and Malcolm Grear, Salvatore Mancini, and Paula Vogel, Rhode Island Pell Awards. 1999
Pell Award sponsors, as of November 10, are Citizens Financial Group, CVS/pharmacy, Fleet
Financial Group, The Providence Journal Company, and Textron, Inc. For more information about
sponsorship opportunities, please call (401) 521-1100 ext. 237.
Now celebrating its 35th season, Trinity Repertory Company produces eight plays a year with an
acclaimed resident company of actors, some of whom have been at Trinity Rep since its founding.
Trinity Rep is also home to a nationally-ranked Conservatory, an MFA program which trains actors,
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directors and playwrights, and Project Discovery, a widely respected arts-in-education program which
has brought over one million students to attend Trinity Rep main stage productions.
Artistic Director Oskar Eustis, now in his fifth year at Trinity Rep, has a national reputation as a
director and dramaturg. Trinity Rep has a subscription audience of over 9,000, a national attendance
of over 150,000, and an annual operating budget of over $5.2 million. A three-year $10 million
campaign is underway to raise funds for incremental operating support, much-needed improvements
to Trinity Rep's landmark Lederer Theater home, and retirement of the company's outstanding debt.
This campaign has already raised over $6.5 million, more than any Rhode Island arts organization has
ever raised.
At a Glance: The Pell Awards for Excellence in the Arts
Date:
April 15, 1999
Time:
6:30pm cocktail reception
7:30pm black tie dinner, followed by awards and special performances
Site:
The Rhode Island Convention Center
One Sabin Street, Providence, RI
Tickets:
$250; Patrons, $500; Sponsor tables, $2500 and $5000
Information and Reservations: Kerrie Donahue, Trinity Repertory Company, (401) 521-1100, x237
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Author and illustrator of numerous books, and recipient of the Caldecott Medili :1 , i'' ind Via 000
graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design in 1969 with a degree II! 10011
England, he and his wife Ruthie make their home in Rhode Island where the its then world
child. Since the publication of his first work, Cathedral. in 1974, Mr. Maco its Les "! comi illustrated
over a dozen books. many of which incorporate his know ledge of architecture in agest A known,
The Way Things Work (1988), was recently joined by its sequel The il 11 Page i' .! i ! "% II,
between books, Mr. Macaulay teaches and lectures.
The Pell Awards were launched three years ago, with a two-fold purpose taken Sepator subside Pull and
to recognize artistic excellence in Rhode Island, New England, and (il) :1 T used the event features a
black-tie celebration, including an elegant dinner and spectacular entertain new Schaller Pell to December
exemplary advocate of the arts throughout his lifetime. He sponsored the !..I il mail, 1.09 in ill that Stablished
the National Endowment for the Arts and Humanities in 1965. and charred the 11100 and Yes
subcommittee. He also served a four-year term on the board of Trinity Reportors Company and Mrs.
Claiborne Pell are honorary chairs of the event.
Tickets to the Pell Award Celebration are $250 each, $500 for patrons. Procedure Promo 11. Le will sin!
sponsorships fund the grants awarded to Pell Award winners, with the name vilance real :.. support
artistic programming at Trinity Rep. Beyond artistic excellence, award 11. back with the additicantly
advances the art form and contributes to the betterment of the community usi the world ::: Luga the
artistic presence and community service.
At a Glance
The Pell Awards for Excellence in the in
Date:
April 15, 1999
Time:
6:30pm cocktail reception
7:30pm black tie dinner, followed by awards and special performance
Site:
The Rhode Island Convention Cente. One Sabin Street. Previdence RI
Tickets:
$250; Patrons, $500; Sponsor tables, $2500 and $5000
Information and Reservations: Kerrie Donahue, Trinity Reportory Company
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Theater
News
TRINITY REPERTORY COMPANY
OSKAR EUSTIS, Artistic Director
WILLIAM P. WINGATE, Managing Director
Contact:
Emily Atkinson, Communications Director, (401) 521-1100, ext. 228
Dina Croce, Public Relations Associate, (401) 521-1100, ext. 226
For immediate release: March 24, 1999
Al Franken to Emcee and Lorne Michaels to Present
Live from Providence. It's the Pell Awards!
The excitement is building for the Pell Awards for Excellence in the Arts. AI Franken, one of the founding
members of Saturday Night Live, will serve as Master of Ceremonies and Lorne Michaels, producer of
NBC's Saturday Night Live, will present a Pell Award to set designer Eugene Lee. The Pell Awards
Celebration, features an elegant dinner, special entertainment, and an awards ceremony, followed by dancing
to the fabulous sounds of The Swing Shift led by Dick Johnson. It will be held at the RI Convention Center on
April 15ᵗʰ. This year's Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts, being presented by 60 Minutes'
Mike Wallace, goes to soprano and arts administrator Beverly Sills. Composer and conductor Gunther
Schuller will receive the New England Pell award and the Rhode Island recipients are Painter Bunny Harvey,
set designer Eugene Lee, and author and illustrator David Macaulay.
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202.456.2581
FAX
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FOR Noal Meyer and carol Beach
FROM Kerrie Donabue
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MESSAGE
THE 1998-99 SEASON
The Threepenny Opera
by Bertolt Brecht & Elisabeth Hauptman,
music by Kurt Weill
September 4-October 11, 1998
Nine Armenians
by Leslie Ayvazian
September 25-November 8, 1998
Saint Joan
by George Bernard Shaw
December 4, 1998-January 17, 1999
As You Like It
by William Shakespeare
January 29-March 7, 1999
A Preface to the Alien Garden
by Robert Alexander
World Premiere
February 26-April 3, 1999
We Won't Payl We Won't Pay!
by Dario Fo
April 9-May 16, 1999
TRINITY REPERTORY COMPANY
201 Washington St., Providence, RI 02903
Master Class
(401)521-1100
FAX (401)521-0447
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TRINITY
REPERTORY
COMPANY
OSKAR EUSTIS, Artistic Director
WILLIAM P. WINGATE, Managing Director
EUGENE LEE, Resident Designer
March 29, 1999
Noah Meyer and Carol Beach
FAX: 202-456-2581 and 252-261-3072
Dear Ms. Meyer and Ms. Beach:
Attached is a short and rough outline for the First Lady's video for The Pell Awards for
Excellence in the Arts. In the outline, I have included some contact names for Senator
Pell and the award winners in case you need more information. Also following are press
releases for the event.
I apologize for not having the time to prepare a speech, but the day got away from me. I
am, of course, happy to provide any additional information that you might necd. I can be
reached at 401-521-1100 ext. 237. Thank you again for all of your help and support of
the Pell Awards.
Sincerely,
KrriiDonahue Kerrie Donahue
Assistant Director of Development
201 WASHINGTON STREET
PROVIDENCE
RHODE ISLAND 02903-3226
PHONE: (401) 521-1100
FAX: (401) 521-0447
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Outline of Video for Mrs. Hillary Clinton
Welcome:
Thank you for inviting me to speak this evening at the third Pell Awards for Excellence
in the Arts ceremony. It is such an honor for me to say a few words on behalf of my good
friend Senator Claiborne Pell and acknowledge the wonderful artistry of Beverly Sills,
Gunther Schuller, Bunny Harvey, Eugene Lee, and David Macaulay, tonight's recipients
of Pell Awards.
Three years ago, Trinity Repertory Company, in cooperation with Vartan Gregorian and
Terry Murray, created the Pell Awards for Excellence in the Arts. This award bearing the
name of Rhode Island's much esteemed Senator, Claiborne Pell, was established to
recognize artistic excellence in Rhode Island and beyond.
II. Senator Claiborne Pell
(Jan Demers, Senator Pell's assistant: 401-765-5938)
Senator Pell worked to write legislation that established funding for individual artists. He
was at the forefront of creating the Senate Subcommittee on the arts, the National Council
on the Arts, the National Arts Foundation, and the National Arts and Cultural
Development Art of 1964 - that finally led to the legislation, in 1965, creating the
National Endowment for the Arts. Since that time the NEA has signaled encouragement
to artists and to America's culture. Claiborne, your dedication to supporting arts and
culture in our country is unparalleled and we thank you.
III. Recognition of Beverly Sills, Pell Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Arts
recipient (See press release) Beverly Sills assistant: Doris O'Connell 212-875-5111
IV. Recognition of the New England Pell Award Recipient (See press release)
Gunther Schuller: Mr. Schuller's Agent: John Gingrich 212-799-5080
V. Recognition of three Rhode Island Pell Award Recipients
Bunny Harvey: 331-0757
David Macaulay: 254-7400
Eugene Lee: 331-1519
Closing
Tonight we continue a tradition of recognizing individual artists in honor of the person
who brought us where we are today with the presentation of the Pell Awards for
Excellence in the Arts.
Preliminary Program
for the
ASCRS Symposium on Cataract, IOL and Refractive
Surgery
ASOA Congress on Ophthalmic Practice
Management
Clinical & Surgical Staff Program
April 10-14, 1999
Washington State Convention & Trade Center
Seattle, WA, USA
Program Chairman-Physicians
and Administrators
Manus C. Kraff, MD
Program Chairpersons-Clinical
& Surgical Staff
Norma Garber, COMT, CO (Clinical)
Gail Broadhurst, RN (Surgical)
American Society of Cataract
and Refractive Surgery
American Society of
Ophthalmic Administrators
(An Affiliate of ASCRS)
4000 Legato Road, Suite 850
Fairfax, Virginia 22033-4055
(703) 591-2220 Q Fax (703) 591-0614
E-mail: [email protected]