Immigration Coalition to Hold Friday Evening Press Conference at Placita Olvera to Announce March

Southern California Immigration Coalition

ADVISORY

Thursday, March 26, 2009
For Immediate Release
Contacts: Nativo López – 714.423.4800; Ron Góchez – 323.450.6113; Nathalie Contreras – 310.890.5566

SCIC members to announce Saturday 3/28 March, Denounce the ICE Raids and Call for Full Legalization for all Immigrants

Los Angeles, CA. The Southern California Immigration Coalition (SCIC) is comprised of activist groups, community leaders, student organizations and supporters of human rights. The largest such coalition of its kind in Los Angeles , the SCIC will hold a press conference to announce a Saturday rally in response to President Barack Obama’s recent visit to Los Angeles—in which he failed to address immigrants’ right.

WHO – The Southern California Immigration Coalition; Speakers will include Nativo Lopez, Hermandad Mexicana Latinoamericana and the Mexican American Political Association; Ron Góchez, Union Del Barrio; and Gloria Saucedo, Hermandad Mexicana Transnacional

WHAT – Press Conference to Announce 3/28 Immigrant Rights March, Denounce the ICE Raids and Call for Full Legalization for all Immigrants

WHEN – Friday, March 27, 2009 @ 5:30 p.m.

WHERE – Placita Olvera (in front of the Placita Olvera church) @ 535 N. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012

WHY – Publicly announce the 3/28/09 Immigrant Rights to put pressure on President Obama to keep his promise of stopping the ICE raids and pass immigration reform; Denounce the ICE raids responsible for terrorizing and the separation of families; and demand FULL legalization for all.

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The Southern California Immigration Coalition, the largest immigrants’ rights coalition in Los Angeles, is unified to bring an end to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement's raids of communities and workplaces. SCIC believes in full legalization for the undocumented and their right to live in liberty—an unalienable right. It believes that people should live free from persecution by enforcement of a broken immigration system. The SCIC 3/28 march will begin at Olympic and Broadway at 10 a.m. and end at Los Angeles City Hall. For more information, go to http://www.immigrationcoalition.org/.

The Mexican American Political Association, an advocacy organization, was founded in Fresno, California in 1963 and has chapters throughout California. It is dedicated to the constitutional and democratic principles of political freedom and representation for the Mexican, Mexican-American and Latino people in the United States. For more information, visit the MAPA website at http://www.mapa.org/.

Slideshow & Video from "The Woman in White" Documentary Screening & Q&A

The Los Angeles Press Club held a special screening of a new Cuba documentary by Press Club member, Gry Winther. Narrated by Andy Garcia, the fifty-five minute documentary, "The Women in White," tells the story of Cuban women trying to free their imprisoned sons, husbands and fathers. Q&A followed the movie, moderated by KNBC's Ana Garcia.

Press Club Screening of new Cuba documentary “The Women in White” Tonight!

Serving Southern California since 1913, the Los Angeles Press Club is the only Southern California journalism group that speaks for all journalists working for daily and weekly newspapers, radio & TV, magazines, documentary films and online.

ADVISORY

KNBC’s Ana Garcia will moderate the Q&A following the screening with Andy Garcia and Gry Winther

Hollywood, CA. The Los Angeles Press Club invites you to a special screening of a new documentary by Press Club member, Gry Winther. Narrated by Andy Garcia, the fifty-five minute documentary, "The Women in White," tells the story of Cuban women trying to free their imprisoned sons, husbands and fathers.

WHO – Moderated Q&A with KNBC’s Ana Garcia; Q&A with filmmaker Gry Winther and actor Andy Garcia

WHAT – L.A. Press Club screening of new Cuba documentary “The Women in White”

WHEN – Monday, March 23, 2009, 7 p.m.

WHERE – The Steve Allen Theater at the LA Press Club; 4773 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 90027; Plenty of free parking behind the building (enter off of Berendo Street); Click here for a map; Metro: Red line, Sunset/Vermont station

WHY – Mr. Garcia and Ms. Winther will be on hand to discuss life in Cuba, the difficulties of filming in the country, and other topics, in a conversation moderated by KNBC's Ana Garcia.

FYI: Free to press club members (R.S.V.P. here). All others: $10 prepaid or $20 at the door. Students $5. Includes all drinks and appetizers.

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The Los Angeles Press Club stands as an organization devoted to improving the spirit of journalism and journalists, raising the industry’s standards, strengthening its integrity and improving its reputation all for the benefit of the community at large. Serving the Southland since 1913, it is the only Southern California journalism group that speaks for all journalists working for daily and weekly newspapers, radio & TV, magazines, documentary films and online. For more information, go to http://www.lapressclub.org/.

PR Newswire, co-sponsor for all Los Angeles Press Club events, is the global leader in news and information distribution services for professional communicators. For more information, go to http://www.prnewswire.com/.

Headington Media Group is a boutique communications firm that promotes public affairs in Southern California, specializing in image management, branding, messaging and public relations. For more information, go to http://www.headingtonmedia.com/ and/or visit http://www.headingtonmediacenter.org/.

Pat Brown Institute “A New Deal in Store for California’s Infrastructure?” Panel Discussion Tomorrow Morning!

MEDIA ALERT

Los Angeles Daily News Editorial Page Writer and Columnist, Mariel Garza, will be the moderator

LOS ANGELES, CA — For nearly three decades, the Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs at California State University, Los Angeles (PBI) has focused on state and community issues and been a standard bearer for the legacy of its namesake. Tomorrow morning, as part of its California Agenda series, the PBI hosts an exciting panel discussion with some of the best and bright minds in the region.

WHO – Moderator – Mariel Garza, Editorial Page Writer and Columnist for the L.A. Daily News; Panelists: Valerie Shaw – City of Los Angeles Public Works Commission; Harvey Smith – National New Deal Preservation; and John Tanner – SEIU Local 721

The diverse 100+ audience will be comprised of many community stakeholders: other experts; journalists; chamber of commerce members; political scientists; public policy analysts; elected officials and their staff; students; community leaders and others.

WHAT – PBI California Agenda discussion on “New Deal in Store for California’s Infrastructure?

WHEN – Thursday, March 19, 2009; 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

WHERE – California State University, Los Angeles in the University Student Union @ 5154 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032

WHY – With President Obama in Southern California tomorrow, you could not ask for a timelier panel as his administration has promised to renew its contract with America through re-envisioned “New Deal” programs.

Please contact Edward Headington at Edward@HeadingtonMedia.com or 818.720.7181 for all media requests.

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The Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs, a presidentially chartered institute at California State University, Los Angeles, is a non-partisan public policy center dedicated to sustaining vision and legacy of former California Governor Edmund G. "Pat" Brown through convening public policy forums, engaging multi sector stakeholders and diverse communities, and conducting timely policy research and community driven initiatives. For more information, go to http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/.

The California Agenda is a component of the PBI’s Public Policy Education Program and is hosted this year by Southern California Edison and Wells Fargo. It was created to educate and engage leaders and individuals across the sectors on significant state, regional and local public policy issues.

Immigration Press Conference for President Obama - 3/20 @ 9 a.m.

Southern California Immigration Coalition

ADVISORY

Wednesday, March 18, 2009
For Immediate Release
Contact: Edward Headington
Email – Edward@HeadingtonMedia.com
Phone – 818.720.7181

Immigration Advocates to Hold Thursday Press Conference during Obama Visit to Southern California

Coalition members Nativo Lopez, Ron Gochez, Daniel Montes, Sarah Knopp, Rodolpho Barragan and state Senator Gloria Romero* will be among the speakers at the press conference regarding fair and humane immigration reform, stopping the ICE raids and ending bracero-type programs.

Los Angeles, CA. The Southern California Immigration Coalition is comprised of over 30 regional organizations—all calling for full legalization, halting the ICE raids and stopping any proposed guest worker program. A press conference will be held tomorrow during President Obama’s visit to the Southland.

WHO – The Southern California Immigration Coalition; speakers will include the following: Nativo Lopez, Mexican American Political Association; Ron Gochez, Association of Raza Educators; Daniel Montes, SCIC; Rodolpho Barragan, SCIC; Sarah Knopp, L.A.U.S.D. School Teacher; and state Senator Gloria Romero (invited)

WHAT – Immigration Reform Press Conference to Announce 3/28 March & Rally and Call upon President Obama to Stop the ICE Raids and Move on Immigration Reform

WHEN – Thursday, March 19, 2009 at 9 a.m.

WHERE – In front of the Miguel Contreras Learning Complex @ 322 Lucas Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90017

WHY – The purpose of the press conference is to greet President Barack Obama in Los Angeles with the message of FAMILY UNITY, NO MORE ICE RAIDS, and to support LEGALIZATION FOR ALL and NO BRACERO-TYPE PROGRAMS under a FAIR and HUMANE IMMIGRATION REFORM in 2009.

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The Southern California Immigration Coalition is unified to bring an end to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement's raids of communities and workplaces. SCIC believes in full legalization for the undocumented and their right to live in liberty—an unalienable right. It believes that people should live free from persecution by enforcement of a broken immigration system. For more information, go to http://www.immigrationcoalition.org/.


The Mexican American Political Association, an advocacy organization, was founded in Fresno, California in 1963 and has chapters throughout California. It is dedicated to the constitutional and democratic principles of political freedom and representation for the Mexican, Mexican-American and Latino people in the United States. For more information, visit the MAPA website at http://www.mapa.org/.

Los Angeles Press Club to Hold its “2nd Annual National Entertainment Journalism Awards” on Thursday, March 26th

Serving Southern California since 1913, the Los Angeles Press Club is the only Southern California journalism group that speaks for all journalists working for daily and weekly newspapers, radio & TV, magazines, documentary films and online.

ADVISORY

Pulitzer Prize-winning film critic, Joe Morgenstern, to receive the top NEJ Award at special awards ceremony in the Steve Allen Theater

Hollywood, CA – The Los Angeles Press Club will honor the best American entertainment journalism of the year next week. Finalists for the awards were announced on earlier this month, representing news organizations of all sizes and from across the country. For the full list of finalists, click here. Joe Morgenstern will receive the NEJ Award for his lifetime contributions to the field of entertainment journalism. A film critic for the Wall Street Journal and KCRW, he is the co-founder of the National Society of Film Critics and one of only three film critics to be awarded the Pulitzer Prize for his work.

WHO – The Los Angeles Press Club membership and supporters; the public; and broader journalism community—especially the entertainment media; surprise guests and celebrity presenters (i.e. Oscar nominated actor Robert Forster).

WHAT – Los Angeles Press Club’s “2nd Annual National Entertainment Journalism Awards” featuring special honoree Joe Morgenstern

WHEN – Thursday, March 26, 2009; 7 p.m.

WHERE – The Steve Allen Theater at the LA Press Club; 4773 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 90027; Plenty of free parking behind the building (enter off of Berendo Street); Click here for a map; Metro: Red line, Sunset/Vermont station

FYI: Open to the public but please reserve your ticket. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served.

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The Los Angeles Press Club stands as an organization devoted to improving the spirit of journalism and journalists, raising the industry’s standards, strengthening its integrity and improving its reputation all for the benefit of the community at large. Serving the Southland since 1913, it is the only Southern California journalism group that speaks for all journalists working for daily and weekly newspapers, radio & TV, magazines, documentary films and online. For more information, go to www.LAPressclub.org.

PR Newswire, co-sponsor for all Los Angeles Press Club events, is the global leader in news and information distribution services for professional communicators. For more information, go to www.PRNewswire.com.

Headington Media Group is a boutique communications firm that promotes public affairs in Southern California, specializing in image management, branding, messaging and public relations. For more information, go to www.HeadingtonMedia.com and/or visit www.HeadingtonMediaCenter.org.

SPJ-LA “Ethics & Entertainment” Panel Discussion Next Wednesday in Beverly Hills

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Contact – Soo Youn
Email – SPJLosAngeles@gmail.com
Phone – 310.720.9686

The special panel will feature Harvey Levin of TMZ, Harriet Ryan of the Los Angeles Times and Blair Berk, Attorney At Law

Los Angeles, CA – SPJ-LA holds regular events and mixers for its members and supporters on interesting topics and pressing issues of the day. Join them next Wednesday for a moderated panel discussion on the ethics of entertainment reporting in the age of paparazzi, blogs and the internet.

WHO: The Greater Los Angeles Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists Members and Supporters; Moderator – Jean-Paul Jassy, 1st Amendment Attorney; Panelists – Harvey Levin (TMZ), Harriet Ryan (LA Times) and Blair Berk (Attorney)

WHAT: SPJ-LA “Ethics & Entertainment” Panel Discussion

WHEN: Wednesday, March 25, 2009, 7 p.m.

WHERE: The Beverly Hills Public Library auditorium @ 444 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

WHY: Budget cuts, massive layoffs and looming bankruptcy in tough economic times could lead to the disappearance of our local newspapers.

FYI: $10 for SPJ-LA members and $15 for everyone else; Light refreshment will be served; R.S.V.P. to spjlosangeles@gmail.com or 323.593.3350. Parking is available adjacent to the library at 450 N. Rexford Drive; the 1st two hours are free and then it’s 75 cents per half-hour.

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Founded in 1909 as Sigma Delta Chi, the Society of Professional Journalists promotes the free flow of information vital to a well-informed citizenry; works to inspire and educate the next generation of journalists; and protects First Amendment guarantees of freedom of speech and press. For more information, go to http://spjla.wordpress.com/.

Headington Media Group is a boutique communications firm that promotes public affairs in Southern California, specializing in image management, branding, messaging and public relations. For more information, go to http://www.headingtonmedia.com/ and/or visit http://www.headingtonmediacenter.org/.

Coro Public Affairs Labor Presentation

Footage from the Coro Public Affairs Fellows Labor Presentation

"Unions: Power to the _____?"

March 13, 2009

Los Angeles County Federation of Labor

Videos 4 to 7 available at www.youtube.com/EdwardHeadington

Video - Coro Public Affairs Fellows Business Presentation featuring Ian Campbell

Video - PBI CA Agenda with Assm. Hector De La Torre

Plus 7 More Videos on YouTube

Slideshow - PBI CA Agenda with Assm. Hector De La Torre

February 19, 2009 at Cal State LA

"Foreclosing on the American Dream"

Coro Fellows Labor Presentation this Friday featuring Hope Singer!

ADVISORY

Wednesday, March 11, 2009
For Immediate Release
Contact: Edward Headington
E-mail: EHeadington@Coro.org
Phone: 818.720.7181

Coro Southern California – Center for Civic Leadership

Coro Southern California Fellows Labor Presentation “Unions: Power to the _____?”

Featuring special remarks by Hope Singer, Partner at Bush, Gottlieb, Singer, Lopez, Kohanski, Adelstein & Dickinson, on Unions, Coro and Southern California Public Affairs

Los Angeles, CA – For over half a century, the Coro Southern California Center for Civic Leadership has been “Training Tomorrow’s Leaders” through its venerated Fellows Program in Public Affairs. Twelve more future leaders began their Coro leadership experience last Septermber and have already done several rotations—government, political campaigns, nonprofits, business and labor. Join Coro this Friday for a special presentation with Hope Singer as she shares her view on Unions, Coro and Southern California Public Affairs—to be followed by findings and remarks by the Coro Fellows.

WHO – The Coro Public Affairs Fellows and the Coro Leadership Network

WHAT – Coro Public Affairs Fellows Labor Presentation “Unions: Power to the _____?” featuring Hope Singer

WHERE – The Los Angeles County Federation of Labor in the AFL-CIO Executive Board Room @ 2130 James M. Wood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90006

WHEN – Friday, March 13, 2009; 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.

HOW – This is a free and open public event but space is limited. Please R.S.V.P. to RSVPLA@coro.org or 213.346.3219. Parking available inside the gate and on the street.

For more information on the Coro Fellows Program in Public Affairs and their upcoming presentation, please contact Sam Filler at sfiller@coro.org or call 213.346.3219. For all media inquires, please contact Edward at the number or email above.

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Coro Southern California and its affiliated centers nationwide shape civic leaders for effective roles in public affairs. Coro graduates are teachers, investment bankers, union leaders, corporate directors, activists, lawyers, journalists, and elected officials, among other professions. No matter where the more than 10,000 alumni work or what position they assume, they have learned how to challenge themselves and others to be more ethical and effective leaders. Coro runs programs in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Kansas City and Cleveland; annually more than 1,000 participants go through Coro programs nationwide. For more information, go to http://www.corola.org/.

Hope J. Singer joined Bush, Gottlieb, Singer, Lopez, Kohanski, Adelstein & Dickinson in 1987 and has been a partner since 1992. Prior to joining the firm, she served as a Field Attorney with the National Labor Relations Board. She specializes in representation and counseling of public and private sector labor organizations, and has extensive experience in arbitration under collective bargaining agreements and advocacy before the NLRB, and civil service commissions.

Ms. Singer has been a featured speaker at the Los Angeles County Bar Association Symposium on Labor and Employment Law and the Los Angeles County Bar Association Symposium on Labor and Employment Law in the Entertainment Industry; the AFL-CIO Lawyers Coordinating Committee Conference; the American Bar Association/National Labor Relations Board sponsored "Basic Practice Before the NLRB" Program; the George Meany Center Western Semester; and the Labor Education Program at Los Angeles Trade Technical College.

2009 Coro Fellows Labor Placements

Coro Southern California – Center for Civic Leadership

Fellow – Benjamin Adlin
Organization – SEIU Local 721
Supervisor – James Johnson

Fellow – Simone Collins
Organization – SEIU UHW West
Supervisor – Juan Carlos Sanchez

Fellow – Arthur Jackson
Organization – IAMAW Local 1484
Supervisor – Kevin Kucera

Fellow – Carlos Mejia
Organization – ILWU Local 63
Supervisor – Mike Ponce

Fellow – Jeanalee Obergfell
Organization – SEIU Local 721
Supervisor – Jason Elias

Fellow – Gabriel Rose
Organization – Reinforcing Ironworkers Local 416
Supervisor – Mike Sherritt

Fellow – Jacqueline Scahill
Organization – AFSCME District Council 36
Supervisor – Adam Acosta

Fellow – Yvette Shirinian
Organization – Screen Actors Guild
Supervisor – Jennifer Heater

Fellow – Mark Stefanos
Organization – Teamsters Local 952
Supervisor – Ernesto Medrano

Fellow – Elliot White
Organization – IAFF Local 1014
Supervisor – Dave Gillotte

Fellow – Annette Wong
Organization – Writers Guild of America, West
Supervisor – Jeff Hermanson

Fellow – Rani Woods
Organization – Los Angeles County Federation of Labor
Supervisor – Rusty Hicks

PBI Announces Panelists/Moderator for “A New Deal for CA?“ Panel

ADVISORY

Monday, March 9 2009
For Immediate Release
PBI Contact – Jacqueline Ruiz, 323.343.3770
Media Contact – Edward Headington, 818.720.7181
Website – http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/

Los Angeles Daily News Editorial Page Writer and Columnist, Mariel Garza, will be moderating

LOS ANGELES, CA — For nearly three decades, the Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs at California State University, Los Angeles (PBI) has focused on state and community issues and been a standard bearer for the legacy of its namesake. The incoming Obama administration has promised to renew its contract with America through re-envisioned “New Deal” programs. Borrowing from the pages of American and Californian histories, the federal government will embark upon large-scale infrastructure projects to repair and build our physical infrastructure while boosting the economy and strengthening our social foundations. Notably, former Governor Edmund G. “Pat” Brown followed such a policy with successful results.

WHO – Expert panelists; journalists; chamber of commerce members; political scientists; public policy analysts; elected officials and their staff; students; community leaders and other stakeholders

Moderator – Mariel Garza, Editorial Page Writer and Columnist for the L.A. Daily News

Panelists – Valerie Shaw – City of Los Angeles Public Works Commission; Harvey Smith – National New Deal Preservation; and John Tanner – SEIU Local 721

WHAT – PBI California Agenda discussion on “New Deal in Store for California’s Infrastructure?"

WHEN – Thursday, March 19, 2009; 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

WHERE – California State University, Los Angeles in the University Student Union @ 5154 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032

WHY – During the 2006 election, voters in California agreed that the Golden State needed its own “New Deal” and overwhelmingly voted to authorize the state to spend bond monies on infrastructure projects related to transportation, housing, and education. The state passed legislation distributing the monies, but little action has been taken since. Why is the state not spending funds that voters authorized? What budget issues are preventing the state from moving forward to strengthen our infrastructure? The discussion will examine the state’s financial condition and ability to invest in infrastructure; it will also focus on possible outcomes that may arise, depending on whether we invest in infrastructure, how much we invest, and how soon.

FYI – Parking available on campus at Parking Structure C or Lot 5 located on Paseo Rancho Castilla (only costs $2 for the two hours—cash only). Give yourself about 5 to 8 minutes to walk to the building. This is a free event open to the public and a light breakfast will be provided. Please R.S.V.P. to Edward Moreno at emoreno9@cslanet.calstatela.edu or register online.

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The Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs, a presidentially chartered institute at California State University, Los Angeles, is a non-partisan public policy center dedicated to sustaining vision and legacy of former California Governor Edmund G. "Pat" Brown through convening public policy forums, engaging multi sector stakeholders and diverse communities, and conducting timely policy research and community driven initiatives. For more information, go to http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/.

The California Agenda is a component of the PBI’s Public Policy Education Program and is hosted this year by Southern California Edison and Wells Fargo. It was created to educate and engage leaders and individuals across the sectors on significant state, regional and local public policy issues.

Video from Cedillo Campaign Kick-Off

March 7, 2009
El Monte, CA

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Slideshow from Cedillo Campaign Kick-Off

March 7, 2009
El Monte, CA

Coro Southern California Fellows Business Presentation on “What is the Business of Business?”

ADVISORY

Tuesday, March 3, 2009
For Immediate Release
Contact: Edward Headington
E-mail: EHeadington@Coro.org
Direct: 818.720.7181

Coro Southern California – Center for Civic Leadership

Featuring special remarks by Ian Campbell, Managing Director, West Coast, of Abernathy and McGregor

Los Angeles, CA – For over half a century, the Coro Southern California Center for Civic Leadership has been “Training Tomorrow’s Leaders” through its venerated Fellows Program in Public Affairs. Twelve more future leaders began their Coro leadership experience last Septermber and have already done several rotations—government, political campaigns, nonprofits, and now business. Join Coro this Friday for a special presentation with Ian Campbell talking about the roles of business and Coro in Southern California public affaris. Immediately following his remarks, the Coro Fellows will discuss what they have learned about business during their four-week placements.

WHO – The Coro Fellows and the Coro Leadership Network

WHAT – Coro Fellows Business Presentation “What is the Business of Business?” featuring Ian Campbell

WHERE – The California Endowment @ 1000 N. Alameda Street, 2nd Floor – Conference Room C, Los Angeles, CA 90012

WHEN – Friday, March 6, 2009; 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.

HOW – This is a free and open public event but space is limited. Light refreshments will be served. Please R.S.V.P. to RSVPLA@coro.org or call 213.346.3219.

For more information on the Coro Fellows Program in Public Affairs and their upcoming presentation, please contact Sam Filler at sfiller@coro.org or call 213.346.3219. For all media inquires, please contact Edward at the number or email above.

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Coro Southern California and its affiliated centers nationwide shape civic leaders for effective roles in public affairs. Coro graduates are teachers, investment bankers, union leaders, corporate directors, activists, lawyers, journalists, and elected officials, among other professions. No matter where the more than 10,000 alumni work or what position they assume, they have learned how to challenge themselves and others to be more ethical and effective leaders. Coro runs programs in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Kansas City and Cleveland; annually more than 1,000 participants go through Coro programs nationwide. For more information, go to http://www.corola.org/.

Community Partners accelerates ideas into action to advance the public good. CP envisions communities that recognize, invest in and celebrate the critical role engaged people and groups play in achieving a just, equitable society. Its goals are to: Promote Readiness, Support Civic Action, Open Doors, Share Strategically, Reflect Routinely, and Build a Strong Core. For more information, go to http://www.communitypartners.org/.

2009 Coro Fellows Business Placements

Coro Southern California – Center for Civic Leadership

Fellow – Benjamin Adlin
Organization – Plains All American Pipeline L.P.
Supervisor – David Wright

Fellow – Simone Collins
Organization – BNSF Railway
Supervisor – LaDonna DiCamillo

Fellow – Arthur Jackson
Organization – Steiny and Company, Inc.
Supervisor – Jack Steiny

Fellow – Carlos Mejia
Organization – Yucaipa Companies
Supervisor – Jeff Johnson and Frank Quintero

Fellow – Jeanalee Obergfell
Organization – Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation
Supervisor – Carrie Rogers

Fellow – Gabriel Rose
Organization – Diverse Strategies for Organizing
Supervisor – Victor Griego

Fellow – Jacqueline Scahill
Organization – Abernathy and McGregor
Supervisor – Ian Campbell

Fellow – Yvette Shirinian
Organization – Toyota Moter Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Supervisor – Adrian Perez

Fellow – Mark Stefanos
Organization – Bank of America
Supervisor – Gina Adams

Fellow – Elliot White
Organization – Cerrell Associates
Supervisor – Matt Klink

Fellow – Annette Wong
Organization – Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
Supervisor – Alex Pugh

Fellow – Rani Woods
Organization – Warner Brothers Entertainment, Inc.
Supervisor – Lisa Rawlins and Michael Walbrecht

3/19 PBI Event – “A New Deal for California?”

ADVISORY

Tuesday, March 3, 2009
For Immediate Release
PBI Contact – Jacqueline Ruiz, 323.343.3770
Media Contact – Edward Headington, 818.720.7181
Website – http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/

The moderated panel discussion will include Harvey Smith of the National New Deal Preservation

LOS ANGELES, CA — For nearly three decades, the Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs at California State University, Los Angeles (PBI) has focused on state and community issues and been a standard bearer for the legacy of its namesake. The incoming Obama administration has promised to renew its contract with America through re-envisioned “New Deal” programs. Borrowing from the pages of American and Californian histories, the federal government will embark upon large-scale infrastructure projects to repair and build our physical infrastructure while boosting the economy and strengthening our social foundations. Notably, former Governor Edmund G. “Pat” Brown followed such a policy with successful results.

WHO – Expert panelists; journalists; chamber of commerce members; political scientists; public policy analysts; elected officials and their staff; students; community leaders and other stakeholders

WHAT – PBI California Agenda discussion on “New Deal in Store for California’s Infrastructure?

WHEN – Thursday, March 19, 2009; 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

WHERE – California State University, Los Angeles in the University Student Union @ 5154 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032

WHY – During the 2006 election, voters in California agreed that the Golden State needed its own “New Deal” and overwhelmingly voted to authorize the state to spend bond monies on infrastructure projects related to transportation, housing, and education. The state passed legislation distributing the monies, but little action has been taken since. Why is the state not spending funds that voters authorized? What budget issues are preventing the state from moving forward to strengthen our infrastructure? The discussion will examine the state’s financial condition and ability to invest in infrastructure; it will also focus on possible outcomes that may arise, depending on whether we invest in infrastructure, how much we invest, and how soon.

FYI – Parking available on campus at Parking Structure C or Lot 5 located on Paseo Rancho Castilla (only costs $2 for the two hours—cash only). Give yourself about 5 to 8 minutes to walk to the building. This is a free event open to the public and a light breakfast will be provided. Please R.S.V.P. to Edward Moreno at emoreno9@cslanet.calstatela.edu or register online.

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The Edmund G. “Pat” Brown Institute of Public Affairs, a presidentially chartered institute at California State University, Los Angeles, is a non-partisan public policy center dedicated to sustaining vision and legacy of former California Governor Edmund G. "Pat" Brown through convening public policy forums, engaging multi sector stakeholders and diverse communities, and conducting timely policy research and community driven initiatives. For more information, go to http://www.patbrowninstitute.org/.

The California Agenda is a component of the PBI’s Public Policy Education Program and is hosted this year by Southern California Edison and Wells Fargo. It was created to educate and engage leaders and individuals across the sectors on significant state, regional and local public policy issues.

Media Advisory - AAPC 2009 Pollie Awards & Conference

MEDIA ADVISORY

Monday, March 2, 2009
For Immediate Release
Contact – Chris Margaronis
Email – cmargaronis@theaapc.org
Phone – 202.544.9815

The AAPC is looking for political journalists to cover the special conference and awards ceremony—including bloggers.

Washington, DC. The American Association of Political Consultants (AAPC) begins its 2009 Pollie Awards & Conference at the Gaylord National Resort and Conference Center this month. The annual event features business sessions that discuss the latest issues and trends from both professional and policy perspectives and feature nationally recognized experts and personalities, which have included CNN's Bill Schneider, Chris Matthews of MSNBC's Hardball, Carl Cannon of the National Journal, Jeanne Cummings of Politico, James Carville, Karl Rove, Ari Fleischer, Joe Napolitan, Raymond Strother and Chuck Todd of NBC.

Who – Political Consultants and Observers; Public Affairs Professionals; Journalists that cover politics, government and public affairs; People that love campaigns and elections; the nation’s top politicos

What – American Association of Political Consultants Pollie Awards and Conference (It’s a three day conference held in a different city every year—with the highlight being the Pollie Awards reception.)

When – Friday, March 27 to Sunday, March 29, 2009

Where – Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center @ 210 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD 20745; 301.965.2000; http://www.gaylordhotels.com/

Why – Besides the Pollie Reception, the event also includes the Hall of Fame Reception which will be honoring former AAPC President and World Poker Tour Ladies Champion Nancy Todd Tyner and Dick Wirthlin, United States President Ronald Reagan's chief strategist and pollster. The sponsor trade show will be back again this year (and bigger than ever before) as well as first class entertainment including our humorist-in-residence, Will Durst, and The Capitol Steps.

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The American Association of Political Consultants (AAPC) sponsors the Pollie Awards every year. It is the world’s largest organization of political and public affairs professionals and represents the people who decide where millions of dollars will be spent in targeting voters in a dozen mediums that reach voters. AAPC is a bipartisan trade association with members from all 50 states, territories and an increasing membership from other countries – and for good reason. Effective message delivery has become the mission of everyone who deals in communication, and political campaigns are the training ground for new tools and techniques. For more information, go to http://www.theaapc.org/ or call the AAPC at (202) 544-9815.

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