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"Mr. Chairman, members of the committee, in recent days there has been a good deal of discussion about who bears responsibility for the terrible activities that took place at Abu Ghraib. These events occurred on my watch. As secretary of defense, I am accountable for them and I take full responsibility. "It's my obligation to evaluate what happened, to make sure that those who have committed wrongdoing are brought to justice, and to make changes as needed to see that it doesn't happen again. "I feel terrible about what happened to these Iraqi detainees. They are human beings. They were in U.S. custody. Our country had an obligation to treat them right. We didn't, and that was wrong. "So to those Iraqis who were mistreated by members of the U.S. armed forces, I offer my deepest apology. It was inconsistent with the values of our nation. It was inconsistent with the teachings of the military, to the men and women of the armed forces. And it was certainly fundamentally un-American. "Further, I deeply regret the damage that has been done. First to the reputation of the honorable men and women of the armed forces, who are courageously and responsibly and professionally defending our freedoms across the globe. "They are truly wonderful human beings. And their families and their loved ones can be enormously proud of them. "Second to the president, the Congress and the American (people), I wish I had been able to convey to them the gravity of this before we saw it in the media. "And finally to the reputation of our country. "The photographic depictions of the U.S. military personnel that the public has seen have offended and outraged everyone in the Department of Defense. If you could have seen the anguished expressions on the faces of those in our department upon seeing those photos, you would know how we feel today. Acts perpetrated by a few "It's important for the American people and the world to know that while these terrible acts were perpetrated by a small number of U.S. military, they were also brought to light by the honorable and responsible actions of other military personnel. "There are many who did their duty professionally and we should mention that as well. First, Specialist Joseph Darby, who alerted the appropriate authorities that abuses were occurring. Second, those in the military chain of command who acted promptly on learning of those abuses by initiating a series of investigations, criminal and administrative, to assure that abuses were stopped and the responsible chain of command was relieved and replaced. "Having said that, all the facts that may be of interest are not yet in hand. In addition to the Taguba report, there are other investigations under way and we'll be discussing those today. And because all the facts are not in hand, there will be corrections and clarifications to the record as more information is learned. "From the witnesses, you will be told the sequence of events and investigations that have taken place since the activities first came to light. I want to inform you of the measures under way to improve our performance in the future. "Before I do that, let me say that each of us at this table is either in the chain of command or has senior responsibilities in the Department of Defense. This means that anything we say publicly could have an impact on the legal proceedings against those accused of wrongdoing in this matter. "So please understand that if some of our responses to questions are measured, it is to assure that pending cases are not jeopardized by seeming to exert command influence and that the rights of any accused are protected. "Now let me tell you the measures we're taking to deal with this issue. First, to ensure we have a handle on the scope of this catastrophe, I will be announcing today the appointment of several senior former officials who are being asked to examine the pace, the breadth, the thoroughness of the existing investigations and to determine whether additional investigations or studies need to be initiated. They're being asked to report their findings within 45 days of taking up their duties. "I'm confident that these distinguished individuals will provide a full and fair assessment of what has been done thus far and recommend whether further steps may be necessary. "Second, we need to review our habits and our procedures. "One of the things we've tried to do in the department since September 11th is to try to get the department to adjust our procedures and processes to reflect that we're in a time of war, and that we're in the information age. For the past three years we've looked for areas where adjustments were needed, and we've made a great many adjustments. And regrettably we've now found another area where adjustments may be needed." There are more photos "Let me be clear: I failed to recognize how important it was to elevate a matter of such gravity to the highest levels, including the president and the members of Congress. "Third, I'm seeking a way to provide appropriate compensation to those detainees who suffered such grievous and brutal abuse and cruelty at the hands of a few members of the United States armed forces. "It's the right thing to do. "I wish we had known more sooner and been able to tell you more sooner, but we didn't. "Today we'll have a full discussion of these terrible acts, but first let's take a step back for a moment. Within the constraints imposed on those of us in the chain of command, I have a few additional words. "First, beyond abuse of prisoners, there are other photos that depict incidents of physical violence toward prisoners, acts that can only be described as blatantly sadistic, cruel and inhuman. "Second, there are many more photographs, and indeed some videos. Congress and the American people and the rest of the world need to know this. "In addition, the photos give these incidents a vividness, indeed a horror, in the eyes of the world. "Mr. Chairman, that's why this hearing today is important. It's why the actions we take in the days and weeks ahead are so important. "However terrible the setback, this is also an occasion to demonstrate to the world the difference between those who believe in democracy and in human rights, and those who believe in rule by terrorist code. "We value human life. We believe in individual freedom and in the rule of law. For those beliefs, we send men and women of the armed forces abroad to protect that right for our own people and to give others who aren't Americans the hope of a future of freedom. Resolve in times of crisis "Part of that mission, part of what we believe in, is making sure that when wrongdoings or scandal do occur, that they're not covered up, but they're exposed, they're investigated, and the guilty are brought to justice. "Mr. Chairman, I know you join me today in saying to the world, judge us by our actions, watch how Americans, watch how a democracy deals with the wrongdoing and with scandal and the pain of acknowledging and correcting our own mistakes and our own weaknesses. "And then, after they have seen America in action, then ask those who teach resentment and hatred of America if our behavior doesn't give a lie to the falsehood and the slander they speak about our people and about our way of life. Ask them if the resolve of Americans in crisis and difficulty, and, yes, in the heartbreak of acknowledging the evil in our midst, doesn't have meaning far beyond their hatred. "Above all, ask them if the willingness of Americans to acknowledge their own failures before humanity doesn't light the world as surely as the great ideas and beliefs that made this nation a beacon of hope and liberty for all who strive to be free. "We know what the terrorists will do; we know they will try to exploit all that is bad, and try to obscure all that is good. That's their nature. And that's the nature of those who think they can kill innocent men, women and children to gratify their own cruel wills to power. "We say to the world, we will strive to do our best, as imperfect as it may be. Thank you, Mr. Chairman."

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Yesterday the Mufti of Saudi Arabia, Shiekh Abdel Aziz, harshly condemned the Apr. 21 terrorist attack the “Haramein Army” launched against the General Security building located on Washm Street in Riadh. In a statement issued by Mufti’s office, Shiekh Abdel Aziz said “those who organized attack are a few confused people hiding behind a mask of religion.” The mufti warned that “it’s wrong for anyone to cover up what the criminals did. Anyone who does so acts an accomplice to their crime.” Moreover, during an interview released on state Saudi television, the mufti stressed that “anyone stained with innocent Muslim blood will be punished by the eternal flames of Hell.” He also expressed his “full support to Saudi government leaders” and praised efforts security forces have made to “defend the Muslim territory from such confused people.” The attack, which appears to be of Islamic origin, was also condemned by the Egyptian-based Muslim Brothers organization, which the said the attack was of a “criminal nature”. Mohammed Mahdi Akaf, head of the Muslim Brothers organization, said the attack was “a violation of the mandates of Islam which safeguard the spirit, blood, property and honor (of Muslims).” The attack was also condemned by secular Arab countries like Syria, whose President Bashar Al-Assad sent a letter of condolence to the king of Saudi Arabia, stating the attack was the result of a “terrorist action”. (PB)

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When conventional Western medicine isn't working, a Foster City doctor says, more and more people are turning to Ayurveda -- an ancient Indian healing science that treats health problems through diet, exercise and herbs. "In conventional medicine, we focus more on the physical body and in Ayurveda -- it means the wisdom about healthy living -- we much more focus on the body, mind and spirit," says Dr. Jay Apte, who runs a Ayurvedic clinic in Foster City. "We always believe that our mind has more control over our physical body. "We focus on prevention rather than treating disease, mainly through diet and lifestyle, meditation, exercise and taking natural herbs," she adds. Apte, who received an integrated degree in Ayurvedic and Allopathic medicine in India and a master's degree in Pharmacology from the University of North Texas, said most of her patients have health problems such as weight gain, menopausal problems, stress, allergies and poor digestion. About 80 percent are women. It's "usually after they try everything and nothing works" that they come to Ayurveda, Apte says. Apte is also the director of Ayurveda Institute of America, a weekend program offering a certificate in Ayurvedic science in Foster City, Los Angeles, Houston and Hawaii. Many of her students are already in health-related fields: massage therapists, nutritionists, yoga instructors, chiropractors and sometime medical doctors and nurses who want to incorporate Ayurvedic methods into their practices. "It's always been popular in India, but Ayurveda is also becoming popular here as a contemporary alternative medicine," Apte says. "It's a 5,000-year-old science, the mother of all health science, but some people are just learning about it. "What's old is new again." Alternative to HRT Redwood Shores resident Kathie Smith says she first tried Ayurveda three years ago to help a digestive problem. She started doing it again two months ago for menopausal symptoms that included intense hot flashes. Having eight to 10 hot flashes a day was interrupting her work and sleep, and she wanted to avoid hormone replacement therapy. "HRT is too risky and I couldn't take it any more," Smith says. "It's (Ayurveda) taking a little time but I've noticed the frequency and intensity of the hot flashes has decreased, the fatigue is less, and the mood swings seem to be gone." Western perspective Dr. Elliot Shubin of San Mateo says that although he is unfamiliar with Ayurveda, generally people should be careful when taking herbal medicines, which are classified as dietary supplements and therefore not monitored by the Food and Drug Administration. The main reason, he says, is that there are so many herbal medicines out there, the FDA simply doesn't have the manpower. "I tell them (patients) some things are good, some are untested and some potentially harmful," he says. "It's difficult to recommend something that hasn't been tested." See Apte and the Ayurveda Institute of America online at www.ayurvedainstitute.com

Pfc. Leroy Harris-Kelly, 20, of Azusa, Calif, died April 20 north of Tallil, Iraq, when his truck went off the road and rolled over because of limited visibility and dangerous driving conditions. Pfc. Harris-Kelly was assigned to the 596th Maintenance Company, 3rd Corps Support Command, V Corps, Darmstadt, Germany. The incident is under investigation.

As the General Assembly session turns 100 days old today, the almost 7-year-old car tax issue has resurfaced as the hot-stove item that could be a key to resolving the drawn-out budget impasse. Sen. H. Russell Potts Jr., R-Winchester, repeated his support for reinstating the car tax Wednesday, even as former Gov. James S. Gilmore III denounced the idea. Gilmore, who was elected in 1997 largely because of a campaign that promised an incremental phaseout of the car tax, told the Richmond Times-Dispatch Tuesday, “It’s an outrage to even consider capping the car tax.” “That’s the same former governor who met with the Republican Senate [in 1998] and promised [phasing out the car tax] would never cost more than $675 million,” Potts said. “Trust me, he said it will never cost more than $675 million.” Following veto session talks Wednesday, Senate Finance Committee members discussed various methods of adjusting the car-tax relief program, which costs the state nearly $860 million annually — a figure that is expected to grow to more than $1.5 billion by the end of the decade. The car-tax phaseout currently sits at about 70 percent. Read More at: http://www.winchesterstar.com/TheWincheste.../Area_potts.asp

Navy Secretary Gordon England reassured Connecticut lawmakers today that politics played no role in the Pentagon's decision to delay the selection of a contractor for the new presidential helicopter fleet until after the November election. He says the Pentagon will make its choice between Connecticut-based Sikorsky Aircraft and Maryland-based Lockheed Martin around the end of the year, based on the technical merits of the two proposals. But some legislators say they're still concerned that the White House will play politics with the contract and choose Lockheed's team, which includes British-Italian helicopter consortium AgustaWestland. Connecticut US Senator Christopher Dodd says he's satisfied that the state is getting a square deal from the Navy, but is concerned about politics playing a role in the decision. The intense competition for the prestigious contract to build Marine One -- the helicopter used by the president -- has turned into a public relations skirmish over which helicopter is more American-made.

Hundreds of pro-choice organizations, spearheaded by the National Organization for Women (NOW), NARAL Pro-Choice America (formerly the National Abortion and Reproductive Rights Action League), the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), and Planned Parenthood Federation of America, have organized another national march for this Sunday, April 25. Together, they plan to send a message to policymakers: protect women’s fundamental right to privacy — or we’ll vote you out of office. This time around, organizers are expecting more than one million participants from around the country (including about 10,000 from Massachusetts) to converge on Washington, all of them mobilized by the Bush administration’s unprecedented assault on reproductive rights. Some measures that blatantly undermine abortion rights, like the "partial-birth" abortion ban and the Unborn Victims of Violence Act, have drawn condemnation from almost every pro-choice activist. But some peripheral attacks on reproductive rights haven’t raised as much public outcry. From domestic legislation to foreign policy, it seems pro-life advocates are tinkering with all areas of reproductive rights, making incremental changes that may snowball into a juggernaut. "It’s all part of the same momentum," says Massachusetts Planned Parenthood communications manager Erin Rowland of the multi-front attacks. "The anti-choice community feels like the White House is behind them."

District of Columbia per-pupil expenditure exceeds that of any other location in the country, but still manages to finish dead last in test scores. Source The Daily Utah Chronicle Mediocrity plagues Utah education system, say party leaders By Steve Gehrke

Andy Kerr, Scottish Minister of Finance and Public Services; Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton; Eric Price, Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development; D.C. Councilmember Sharon Ambrose, Sheldon Stein, Valhal President and CEO, and co-investor Mr. Charles Dubroff broke ground on the first hotel and private residential development in Southeast, Capitol Hill Tower. Located at the corner of New Jersey and L streets, SE, Capitol Hill Tower will include: 344 market rate units for middle-income families; a 232 space parking garage; and a 200 room Courtyard by Marriott hotel. "I am delighted to be here to help kick-start this vital project-and am particularly pleased that the Bank of Scotland is involved," Kerr said. "There are similarities between this project and the Clyde regeneration in Glasgow, so I'm pleased to see what the public and private sector can do in partnership to restore waterfront sites like this one." The Bank of Scotland is providing $21 million of financing and the District is providing $10 in TIF financing. The apartment building is financed primarily by HUD insured bonds. The project is scheduled for completion in 2006. TIF, TIF, TIF: Capitol Hill Tower is the latest in a string of successes for the District's Tax Increment Financing (TIF) program, including the International Spy Museum, Gallery Place project and Mandarin Oriental hotel. Capitol Hill Tower is the first project where the city used TIF to finance affordable housing. "From TIF to incentives for affordable housing, we're creatively using our resources to spur economic activity across the city-which has helped generate more than $27 billion in development," Price said. "We're not using money from our general fund and still creating jobs, building new homes and putting amenities where people live." "Public-private partnerships such as the Capitol Hill Tower Project foster a climate of investment and growth in which jobs are created and communities are strengthened in vital cities such as our nation's capital." Stein said. Bill Hendry, Managing Director Bank of Scotland North America echoed this refrain: "The Bank of Scotland is proud to work with the city to help revitalize the District of Columbia's south east quadrant.

http://www.whitehouse.gov PRESIDENT ADDRESSES THE NATION IN PRIME TIME PRESS CONFERENCE During a Prime Time Press Conference on Tuesday, President Bush said, "Above all, the defeat of violence and terror in Iraq is vital to the defeat of violence and terror elsewhere; and vital, therefore, to the safety of the American people. Now is the time, and Iraq is the place, in which the enemies of the civilized world are testing the will of the civilized world. We must not waver." Key Points President Bush outlined the strategy for Iraq's transition from dictatorship to freedom: - Troop strength, now and in the future, is determined by the situation on the ground. If additional forces are needed, they will be sent. If additional resources are needed, they will be provided. - America's objective in Iraq is limited, and it is firm: We seek an independent, free and secure Iraq. We have set a deadline of June 30th for the transfer of sovereignty back to the Iraqi people. It is important that we meet that deadline. - Iraq will hold elections for a national assembly no later than next January. - Iraqis will elect a permanent government by December 15, 2005, which will mark the completion of Iraq's transition from dictatorship to freedom. - Our commitment to the success and security of Iraq will not end on June 30th. On July 1st, and beyond, our reconstruction assistance and military commitment will continue. Coalition military forces will help Iraqis to protect their government from external aggression and internal subversion. U.N. Assistance INTERNATIONAL INVOLVEMENT IN IRAQ'S TRANSITION TO FREEDOM President Bush and Prime Minister Blair held a press conference in the Rose Garden Friday. The President said, "This week we've seen the outlines of a new Iraqi government that will take the keys of sovereignty. We welcome the proposals presented by the U.N. Special Envoy Brahimi. He's identified a way forward to establishing an interim government that is broadly acceptable to the Iraqi people. Our coalition partners will continue to work with the U.N. to prepare for nationwide elections that will choose a new government in January of 2005." Key Points Other nations and international institutions are stepping up to their responsibilities in building a free and secure Iraq: - The United States is working closely with the U.N. envoy and with Iraqis to determine the exact form of the government that will receive sovereignty on June 30th. - The U.N. election assistance team is in Iraq, developing plans for next January's election. - NATO is providing support for the Polish-led multinational division in Iraq and 17 of NATO's 26 members are contributing forces to maintain security. Tax Relief MILLIONS OF FAMILIES BENEFITING FROM PRESIDENT'S TAX RELIEF On Tax Day, President Bush addressed taxpayers in Des Moines, IA, where he discussed how tax relief has contributed to the growing strength of the economy and called on Congress to make his tax cuts permanent. Fast Facts The impact of the President's economic program, including the tax relief, can be seen throughout the economy: - Job creation is accelerating -- more than 750,000 new jobs in the last seven months. Unemployment is below its average rate in the '70s, '80s, and '90s. - America is the fastest-growing major industrialized economy in the world. - Buoyed by the return of the stock market and strong home values, household wealth is at a record high. - Retail sales excluding motor vehicles are currently growing at the fastest quarterly rate in over 20 years. - Homeownership is at an all-time high -- 68.6 percent -- with substantial gains among minority homeowners. America has a choice: It can continue to grow the economy and create new jobs as the President's polices are doing; or it can raise taxes on American families and small businesses, hurting economic recovery and future job creation. PRESIDENT COMMENDS ISRAELI PRIME MINISTER'S PLAN On Wednesday the President said, "On June 24, 2002, I laid out a vision to make this goal a reality. We then drafted the road map as the route to get us there. The heart of this vision is the responsibility of all parties -- of Israel, of the Palestinian people, of the Arab states -- to fight terror, to embrace democracy and reform, and to take the necessary steps for peace. "Today, the Prime Minister told me of his decision to take such a step. Israel plans to remove certain military installations and all settlements from Gaza, and certain military installations and settlements from the West Bank. These are historic and courageous actions. If all parties choose to embrace this moment they can open the door to progress and put an end to one of the world's longest running conflicts." REMARKS BY PRESIDENT BUSH AND PRESIDENT MUBARAK OF EGYPT On Monday President Bush said, "I welcome my good friend, Hosni, to my home. Our countries have three decades of solid, beneficial relations behind us, and the United States will continue to work with Egypt and the Arab world in a spirit of common purpose and mutual respect." VP'S REMARKS AT THE WASHINGTON POST-YOMIURI SHIMBUN SYMPOSIUM On Tuesday Vice President Cheney said, "Japan enters the 21st century as the second wealthiest nation on the planet and a leader in science, technology, and innovation. Your example helped spark an economic miracle that has transformed this region, yet Japan did more than merely grow prosperous. You also transformed your country into one of the world's most stable, decent and successful democracies. In this way, too, as a beacon of freedom, Japan now serves as an inspiration for others in this region and beyond." Vice President's Remarks: http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/20...4/20040413.html WHITEHOUSE.GOV HIGHLIGHTS NEW ONLINE FEATURES New features are added to the White House web site all the time. To highlight these new features, Whitehouse.gov has created a What's New web page. Currently Featured on What's New: - White House Interactive: It's like a mini-Ask the White House where citizens' e-mails are answered by Administration officials. - White House Radio: We post as many radio interviews with Administration officials as possible, and they're available here. - Presidents & Baseball: Photo essays, history, interviews and more, all devoted to this great tradition. - Easter Egg Roll: Great moments from this year's Easter Egg Roll are captured on this site. - Kids' Site: An all new White House web site just for kids, redesigned and updated with games, quizzes, and more. Find Out What's New: http://www.whitehouse.gov/whatnew/ PAN AMERICAN DAY AND PAN AMERICAN WEEK PROCLAMATION On Tuesday the President proclaimed, "The nations of the Western Hemisphere will continue to draw upon the Charter to strengthen the rule of law, protect human rights and freedoms, encourage economic growth, and promote good governance. As neighbors, we are expanding prosperity through open markets and economic reforms -- creating new opportunities for millions of people and continued economic progress benefiting the nations of our hemisphere." NATIONAL FORMER PRISONER OF WAR RECOGNITION DAY, 2004 On Monday President Bush stated, "America will never forget these quiet heroes and all of our former prisoners of war who suffered adversity in Korea, Vietnam, the Persian Gulf, Somalia, Kosovo, Iraq, and other conflicts. Our Nation is grateful to our former prisoners of war for their sacrifice to help protect the democratic ideals that make our country strong. Because of the dedication of these men and women in uniform, people in our own country and in lands far away can live in freedom. These citizens inspire us, and we will always remember their service for liberty's blessings." ^7 Ask the White House THIS WEEK'S CHATS @ WHITEHOUSE.GOV Ask the White House is an online interactive forum where you can submit questions to Bush Administration officials, including Cabinet Secretaries, senior White House officials and behind-the-scenes professionals at the White House. This Week's Sessions > Ask the White House - Tax Relief: http://www.whitehouse.gov/ask/20040415.html _________________________________________________________________ BEFORE 9/11 -- AND AFTER Former Director of the FBI Louis J. Freeh, Wall Street Journal 4/12/04: "The fact that terrorism and the war being waged by al Qaeda was not even an issue in the 2000 presidential campaign strongly suggests that the political will to declare and fight this war didn't exist before Sept. 11." Full Editorial: http://www.opinionjournal.com/editorial/fe...ml?id=110004943 DAZZLED BY DATA, ECONOMISTS SEE BLUE SKIES AHEAD Sue Kirchhoff, USA Today 4/14/04: "Some economists are raising their forecasts for growth in the first quarter of 2004, based on surging consumer spending, rising factory orders and glimmers of a turnaround in the job market. "The better-than-expected performance is beginning to translate into rising consumer and business confidence." Full Article: http://www.usatoday.com/money/economy/2004...ts-raised_x.htm HELP-WANTED ADS SIGNAL JOB GROWTH Jonathan Weisman, The Washington Post 4/14/04: "Economists have long considered help-wanted ad increases a positive harbinger for the job market. The New York Times Co., which publishes the Times, the Boston Globe and 17 other newspapers, said this week that help-wanted revenue rose sharply in March, at a rate more than double the 5.5 percent increase over the entire first quarter." Full Article: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/artic...-2004Apr13.html

The Massachusetts senator on Wednesday disclosed nearly 200 meetings he has held with lobbyists since 1989, including dozens having business before his Senate committees.

Slovak artist Martin Kollar ³Slovakia 001², which will be on view together with photographs by Darrow Montgomery: ³Postcards from Home² at the Kathleen Ewing Gallery in Washington, DC between April 23 and May 29, 2004. The exhibition will be unveiled on Friday, April 23, 2004 at 6.00-8.00 pm at Kathleen Ewing Gallery 1609 Connecticut Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20009 Gallery hours are Wednesday to Saturday from 12 noon to 5:00 pm and by appointment. For more information, please, contact Kathleen Ewing Gallery at Tel. (202) 328 0955, E-mail: ewingal@aol.com or go to: www.kathleenewinggallery.com Please, do not respond to this email address. Martin Kollar was born in Zilina, northern Slovakia. He graduated from the Academy of Music, Drama and Fine Arts in Bratislava in 1992. For many years, Kollar has photographed changes in his native country. Most recently, he was awarded the prestigious grant from the Association 3P, a European organization which recognizes outstanding photographic projects. An exhibition of his photographs has been traveling in the US under the auspices of the Embassy of the Slovak Republic. For more information and a glimpse of Martin Kollar¹s work, please, go to www.martinkollar.com

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Thanks to a novel public-private partnership, Kids2College, an innovative early college awareness program that pairs sixth-grade classes with local colleges or universities, will expand to serve more than 500 D.C. public school students this year. Under the partnership between D.C. Public Schools, the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area, and The Sallie Mae Fund, Kids2College DC will triple its annual reach this year. The program -- operating within the Consortium of Universities/College Info Center -- will create six new partnerships with local universities, update existing curriculum and expand the program beyond its standard sixth-grade, six-week program to include a series of "academies" for participants as they continue through 12th grade. Since 1996, Georgetown University has used the Kids2College academic enrichment program model to serve roughly 135 sixth graders each year from Ron Brown Middle School (formerly Roper Middle School) in Northeast Washington. Georgetown also provides a summer academy program for Kids2College students as they proceed through middle and high school into college. Since its inception, 94 percent of the students who participated in the Georgetown University program went on to graduate high school on time and enroll in postsecondary education. "This program has the potential to make a tremendous, positive impact on the future success of Washington-area students," said John Childers, president, Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area. With the expansion of the program from a single university, Kids2College DC will add as partners American University, George Mason University, Howard University, Prince George's Community College, Southeastern University and Trinity College in the first year of the program. Each partner college will adopt one or more local sixth-grade classes for the Kids2College program, and subsequently provide additional support, such as mentoring and tutoring, as they continue through secondary school. "We are pleased that, together with our partners, we can expand the Georgetown University success story and expose these children to the fine institutions of higher education in the metropolitan area," continued Childers. To celebrate the official opening of Kids2College DC and to mark the culmination of the six-week program, local sixth-graders will have their first experience on a college campus throughout April as they visit local universities for a "Day on Campus." The program and "Day on Campus" combine hands-on activities with information on careers, college life and academic preparation for education beyond high school. The Sallie Mae Fund, a charitable organization sponsored by Sallie Mae, has committed $900,000 to fund the Kids2College DC expansion. The commitment is part of The Sallie Mae Fund's Project Access: DC initiative to help the District's at-need students pursue their dreams of a higher education. "The Sallie Mae Fund is pleased to play an active role in expanding this important program in the metropolitan area," said Susan Corsini, chair, The Sallie Mae Fund. "Early awareness of educational options after high school plays a critical role in whether or not a child goes on to pursue postsecondary education, and the Kids2College program is vital in creating this awareness among many Washington metropolitan-area students." In addition to Kids2College DC, The Sallie Mae Fund supports a statewide Kids to College® initiative in Massachusetts through the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Massachusetts and in Charlotte, N.C., in partnership with Communities In Schools. Kids2College DC is a program of the Consortium of Universities/College Info Center (CIC). The Sallie Mae Fund, a charitable organization sponsored by Sallie Mae, is the founding sponsor of the Kids to College program established in 1992 in Massachusetts. The Sallie Mae Fund, a charitable organization sponsored by Sallie Mae, achieves its mission -- to increase access to a postsecondary education for America's children -- by supporting programs and initiatives that help open doors to higher education, prepare families for their investment, and bridge the gap when no one else can. Source: The Sallie Mae Fund

WASHINGTON - April 19 - An estimated 500,000 Americans took part in MoveOn PAC's Bake Sale for Democracy. More than 14,000 volunteer bakers for MoveOn PAC, the online advocacy group, took their activities “offline” on Saturday, organizing over 1,100 bake sales to raise money for MoveOn PAC’s campaign to “Bake Back the White House.” With an average of nearly $700 raised per bake sale, cookie sales will yield over $750,000 to support the group’s efforts to remove George Bush from office in November. As dawn swept across America, it cast light on preparations busily underway: a Nashville man who baked 30 key lime pies after work on Friday. Al Franken selling baked goods at Moby’s café in NYC. Signs reading, “Bake Back the White House” plastered around Washington, DC’s Adams Morgan neighborhood. While the results are still being tallied, current results suggest that the MoveOn PAC will have raised over three quarters of a million dollars, registered 4,750 citizens to vote, and distributed 43,000 pieces of literature encouraging the support of John Kerry. “The sales were as easy as pie,” said Adam Ruben, Field Director of MoveOn PAC and the event’s organizer. “We’ve been overwhelmed by our members’ response to an email only a week ago. We wanted to hold an event contrasting President Bush’s high-rolling backers with our regular Americans, and obviously people liked the idea. Winning an election has never tasted so sweet!” Henri Spiegel, a MoveOn PAC volunteer in Miami Beach, FL, was proud to hold a bake sale. “It's inspiring to see so many friends and neighbors express interest in this Bake Sale for Democracy-- a creative outlet to voice frustrations with the Bush Administration. In Florida, we are going to show George Bush that every brownie—like every vote—counts,” Spiegel said. Battleground states experienced great activity over the weekend: a bake sale in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida reported raising $1,200 in its first three hours. All funds raised will go to support MoveOn PAC’s efforts, including both advertising, like the group’s recent ad highlighting Richard Clarke's statements to the 9/11 Commission, as well as grassroots mobilization to register voters and get out the vote in November. The idea for the bake sale came after MoveOn PAC learned that more than 75% of the Bush campaign’s fundraising came in contributions of $1000 or more. “Those people are CEOs, lobbyists, wealthy people who benefited from Bush's tax cuts,” Ruben said. “By contrast, our members are regular Americans—teachers, veterans, retired seniors, construction workers. They can’t afford $1000 checks, so we wanted to give them a way to raise some dough and change the direction of our country.” Volunteers were eager to chip in. “I stand behind grassroots democracy-building efforts throughout America,” said Warren Brown, owner of Washington, DC pastry store Cakelove. “I’m happy to bring attention to November 2nd through participating in MoveOn PAC’s Bake Sale for Democracy.” “Where else can someone make a one-dollar political contribution and make a difference?” asked Adam Luna of Washington, DC. “I live in Washington, DC, hear the sirens and see the warnings every day - George Bush has made life here a little more scary, but the bake sale made everyone smile.”

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