Professor Edelman on America’s Poverty Policy

Earlier today, the American Constitution Society for Law and Policy at Georgetown University Law School presented the event titled, Poverty Policy In The Age Of The Tea (Taxed Enough Already) Party, a political movement which is generally recognized as conservative and libertarian at Georgetown University Law School.

The speaker was Professor Edelman who is a professor of law, Co-Director, Joint Degree in Law and Public Policy; Faculty Director, Center on Poverty, Inequality, and Public Policy. His expertise includes constitutional law and Poverty. He talked about policy in America from the past through the present. He shared on his history with Bobby Kennedy and answered questions posed by students of Georgetown University Law School.

Below are excerpts from what he shared at the event:

On Unions:

Unions are the reason people have what they have now, even people who aren't or weren’t in the unions. Now they are trying to take away the union's power away.

On The TEA Party:
The TEA party is saying government doesn't work and should be de-funded, but people need to be reminded of what the government does. It's like the cliché of, "Don't mess with my healthcare." There's haste to make the government look bad that they forget that if not for the government they wouldn't have the amenities they take for granted now.

On The Government:

However, the government should be more aggressive about making the government work more efficiently at all levels. In the government today, there are so many hoops you have to jump through to get things done from grants, to regulation, to hiring, all of which should be reviewed. I have a cousin who is writing a book on how things work in the government and how it can be made better.

On The Economy:

Things will even out and get better, but a lot of damage can be done before it evens out if people aren't careful. Also, people need to get used to the new normal. Things are changing. There's a huge demographic of people who are retiring and leaving the work force, so there'll be many jobs for other people to take. I'm optimistic, but it's hard to predict how things will work out, but don't ask me to get detailed on my optimism.

On Robert Kennedy:

Robert Kennedy had affinity for excluded people. It might have been due to his being the 7th child and having to wait to get things. The Kennedys did a lot for minorities, but it took them some time to get to those issues.

On Teachers & Unions:

Teachers unions and the applicable laws vary from state to state, but my message is about the impediment to reform. It's sad to say, but to the extent they are being hammered because they are union isn't right. It's a touchy subject and often people don't listen to the details. Teachers that aren't performing but have seniority are an issue. They should be helped to become better teachers. They should also find an evaluation system that's widely accepted and the evaluations should be conducted in a way that doesn’t stigmatize teachers or deter those who want to become teachers from entering the field. From watching the documentary, Waiting for Superman, [which portrays teachers as both the solution and the education problem in America] I don't agree with how Randy Weingarten was portrayed, but my stand is, I like the DC contract and the legislation in states that support teacher’s contracts.

On Libya:

Libya is an example of what we discussed in class. The war power resolution is considered to have been complied with. I listened to NPR and Senator Lautenberg was asked if the president should have a declaration of war. He said, “I don't know.” We learnt that in class. I felt his response was the right answer because we never had a precedent. Here's a public official who should be an authority on the subject saying, “I don't know,” because it's right on the line. How clear can it be without any precedent? There's never been an occasion to provide that clarity.

For Professor Peter Edelman's testimony before the Senate Subcommittee on Children and Families visit,
http://help.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/PEdelman.pdf

For more information on Professor Edelman visit, http://www.law.georgetown.edu/faculty/facinfo/tab_faculty.cfm?Status=Faculty&ID=246

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Casting For Season 16 Of The Bachelor !

Casting for Season 16 of The Bachelor is underway and they are encouraging both guys and girls to apply online and/or come to our castings to meet us in person! There is no need to bring anything to the audition as we always have applications at the event; however, if you wish to fill one out ahead of time, you may download the Mail-in Application for Guys or Girls from the Apply page. You may also bring recent pictures, labeled with your name and contact information, with you (pictures will not be returned). Dress code is casual.

Auditions:

NEW YORK

Thursday June 23, 2011

FROM: 6PM - 9PM

ABC STUDIOS

77 WEST 66TH STREET

NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10023

To apply or nominate someone for ANY member of the Bachelor or Bachelorette casts follow the directions below.

MAIL IN

To mail in an application or nomination, please download the application or nomination form, fill it out and send it to us along with recent pictures. We encourage you to include a video of yourself as well – tell us why you’d like to be on the show!

Making a video is the best way to show your personality and ensure that you are seen by the casting team!!!

If you don’t have a video camera, ask your friends or family members to see if you can borrow one. Our taping instructions are easy to follow and tell you what we are looking for - visit
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Note: They do not return tapes or photos. You may also check the Casting Calls page to see castings in your area – they would love to meet you in person!!

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Mathew & Beyonce Knowles Go Separate Ways Professionally

Mathew & Beyonce Knowles

"During Happier Times"

Beyonce Knowles is all grown up and she has moved on leaving her father /manager Mathew Knowles behind. Like all the other non-gospel stars on her father’s roster, she has moved on to seek other representation. This occurred after a long time of allegedly not speaking to her father, which isn’t surprising because he got Ms. Alexsandra Wright pregnant, got slapped with a paternity suit and has been and definitely will be forking over child support payments to her regularly for the child’s upkeep.

Not only is Mathew Knowles having an illegitimate baby outside of his marriage and the fiasco that ensued distracting enough for him from focusing on managing her career, I believe that since the court will order him to pay child support which is a percentage of his earnings that is derived mostly from Beyonce and the now defunct Destiny’s Child’s earnings, Beyonce has every right to nip that equation in the bud by terminating the professional relationship with her father at least on paper, so that she isn’t working hard and breaking a sweat only to have Ms. Wright living large of child support checks without lifting a finger. On second thought, she might be lifting a finger opening her mail box to get the child support check.

How a smart man who came from a professional background and conquered the shady music industry fell into this very obvious trap of getting someone pregnant is beyond me. Terminating her professional relationship with her dad may also be Beyonce’s way of showing allegiance to her mother, Ms. Tina Knowles, who must have definitely been hurt and embarrassed by the situation. The poor woman even filed for divorce, but didn't go through with it. It’s really a messy mess considering that Solange’s son Daniel Julez Smith, Jr who was born in 2004 is older than Mathew’s new love child.

As serious as Mathew is, comes across as being and must be to have made Destiny’s Child and Beyonce superstars, this is surprising, but men will definitely be men. So, I’m not surprised by his actions. Heck, my dad did the same thing, so this isn’t a situation I am not familiar with.

My advice to Beyonce is this, I’m sure you are upset with your dad for getting someone pregnant. He more than anybody should know that he is a target for a court ordered 18 year child support payment that would be based on your hard work if he knocks anybody up.

He really should have known better and having met your sweet and kind mother, I can guess how your dad is because opposite attract. So, I know he’s no angel. However, he is your one and only father and he wasn’t thinking when he did what he did, that’s why this situation occurred. If he had been thinking, you and your family would not be in this situation. If most men thought with the head on their necks before acting, this world would be a much better place.

However, like you sang in the song, Daddy, "There is no one else like my daddy. No one else replace my daddy..." So, please find it in your heart to forgive him, repair the relationship and move on. You’ve already done the right thing by ending your professional relationship with him, so you’re not working for Ms. Wright to enjoy her life...

Below are the lyrics to the song, Daddy that was performed by Beyonce during happier times.

Daddy

I remember when you use to take me on a

Bike ride everyday on the bayou (You remember that? We were inseparable)

And I remember when you could do no wrong

You'd come home from work and I jumped in your arms when I saw you

I was so happy to see you (I was so excited, so happy to see you)

Because you loved me I overcome

And I'm so proud of what you've become

You've given me such security

No matter what mistakes I know you're there for me

You cure my disappointments and you heal my pain

You understood my fears and you protected me

Treasure every irreplaceable memory and that's why…

I want my unborn son to be like my daddy

I want my husband to be like my daddy

There is no one else like my daddy

And I thank you for loving me

I still remember the expression on your face

When you found out I'd been on a date and had a boyfriend

(My first boyfriend, you should have seen your face)

I still remember I caught you crying cause of my tattoo

Could have said Beyonce I told you so

Instead you said you'd get one too (Even my mama said y'all get one just like mine)

Words can't express my boundless gratitude for you

I appreciate what you do

You've given me such security

No matter what mistakes I know you're there for me

You cure my disappointments and you heal my pain

You understand my fears and you protected me

Treasure every extraordinary memory and that's why…

I want my unborn son to be like my daddy

I want my husband to be like my daddy

There is no one else like my daddy

And I thank you for loving me

Even if my man broke my heart today

No matter how much pain I'm in I will be okay

Cause I got a man in my life that can't be replaced

For this love is unconditional it won't go away

I know I'm lucky

Know it ain't easy

For men who take care of their responsibilities

Love is overwhelming

Lord why did you pick me

Can't stop my tears from falling

I love you so much daddy

(Thank you, you've done so much for me. I love you daddy.)

I get so emotional daddy, every time I think of you

I get so emotional daddy, every time I think of you

There is no one else like my daddy

No one else replace my daddy...

Peace

When our individual and collective lives are in harmony with nature and the will of the creator, peace is inevitable.

TEAM

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Internation Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) DC Conference Coverage

 The IWMF Conference has come and gone, but it will remain very memorable to all attendees. Below is Sociable Susan Magazine's coverage of the event.

8:00 p.m. - 9:15 p.m. The Kalb Report, Diane Sawyer: A Life in News at the National Press Club

Diane Sawyer, anchor of ABC’s World News, joined legendary journalist Marvin Kalb to share her insights on the transformation of journalism, the state of the evening news, and gender barriers in the newsroom.
Read more at http://iwmf.org/pioneering-change/international-conference/home/kalb-report.aspx

Watch the webcast at http://kalb.gwu.edu/livestream.html

Read transcript at http://kalb.gwu.edu/2011/Diane_Sawyer/DianeSawyerTranscript.pdf

On storify at http://storify.com/iwmf/kickoff-of-the-global-conference-of-women-media-le?awesm=sfy.co_3Dc&utm_campaign=iwmf&utm_content=storify-pingback&utm_medium=sfy.co-twitter&utm_source=iwmf.org

More pictures from the event

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Wednesday, March 23, 2011 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Opening Session at the GW Media and Public Affairs Building, Jack Morton Auditorium

The long-awaited "Global Report on Women in the News Media" was unveiled at this session. IWMF board co-chair Barbara Cochran welcomed delegates. IWMF board member Judy Woodruff of PBS NewsHour  outlined the purpose of the conference. Katty Kay of BBC World News America provided an overview of the report before a panel discussion and Global Study’s principal investigator and author Carolyn M. Byerly of Howard University discussed exemplary media companies in their regions. Women journalists below representing various foreign media organizations talked about the Global Report on Women in the News Media. The report showed that women represented only a third of full-time journalism positions and that that men occupied the vast majority of the management jobs and news-gathering positions in most nations. They also responded to questions from the audience.

• Canada - Jennifer McGuire, CBC General Manager and Editor-In-Chief

• Uganda - Barbara Kaija, The New Vision Editor-In-Chief

• Peru - Silvia Miro Quesda, Empressa Editora El Commercio S.A.

• Germany - Ines Pohl, Taz, Die Tageszeitung Managing Editor

• Norway - Kjersti Sortland, Verdens Gang Managing Editor

Read article at http://iwmf.org/pioneering-change/international-conference/home/opening-plenary.aspx

Video available at http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/WomeninN

Delegate Margo Smit, director of the Dutch Flemish Association of Investigative Journalists, (VVOJ) said, “Many of us have been saying during this conference that we need more role models. We can never say that again.”

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11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Concurrent Sessions

GWU Marvin Center

Delegates and invited guests-only concurrent sessions to develop of Plan of Action for change. Delegates will examine:

• Salary and Position - In the Presence of Stereotypes

• Terms of Employment - Creating a New Dialogue

• Reporting Assignments - The Faces and Voices of Women

• Recruiting and Hiring - The Politics of Representation

• Career Advancement - The Glass Ceiling

• Journalism - Related Gender Policies

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1:20 - 2:40 p.m. luncheon at GW City View Room

Speaker Melanne Verveer, Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women’s Issues, who will address delegates.

Read article at http://www.state.gov/s/gwi/rls/rem/2011/159563.htm

More pictures from the event

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3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions at GWU Marvin Center

Delegates and invited guests-only concurrent sessions to develop of Plan of Action for change. Delegates will examine:

• Salary and Position - In the Presence of Stereotypes

• Terms of Employment - Creating a New Dialogue

• Reporting Assignments - The Faces and Voices of Women

• Recruiting and Hiring - The Politics of Representation

• Career Advancement - The Glass Ceiling

• Journalism - Related Gender Policies

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6:30 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. dinner at GWU City View Room

Washington Post columnist Eugene Robinson interviewed winners of IWMF's Women Entrepreneurs in Digital News Media grant program. He later introduced Sabrina Crow, Managing Director & SVP, Media Client Services of The Nielsen Company, who will present Nielsen’s new research on women’s use of new media globally.

More pictures from the event

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Thursday, March 24, 2011

8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Breakfast

Newseum, Knight Conference Center

9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Influence, Relevance and Power of Social Media

Newseum, Knight Conference Center

The panel moderated by Judy Woodruff of PBS Newshour focused on the relevance of media and the influence of social media on global causes. Featured on the panel will be:

• Matt Winkler, Editor-In-Chief and Co-Founder, Bloomberg News

• Howard G. Buffett, Howard G. Buffett Foundation

• Alberto Ibargüen, President and CEO, The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation

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12:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. Myths about the Media: Audience, Business, and Money GW Marvin Center, Grand Ballroom

Tom Rosenstiel, director of the Pew Research Center’s Project for Excellence in Journalism (PEJ), recently released PEJ’s eighth “State of the News Media 2011” report. He joined moderator Frank Sesno, director of GW’s School of Media and Public Affairs, and a panel of media experts for an interactive analysis that  used PEJ’s research to counter some of the popular misconceptions and myths about contemporary media.

• Tom Rosenstiel, Director, PEJ

• Frank Sesno, Moderator; Director, School of Media and Public Affairs, GW

• Alberto Ibargüen, President, President and CEO, The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation

• Jane McDonnell, Executive Director, Online News Association

• Matthew Hindman, Assistant Professor of Media and Public Affairs, GW

Videos available at

Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-30uGDz_CYk&feature=related

Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JR4QScgk9Tg&feature=related

Part 3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRzJxBs3DZA&feature=related

More pictures from the event

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2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions GWU Marvin Center

Delegates and invited guests-only concurrent sessions to develop of Plan of Action for change. Delegates will examine:

• Salary and Position - In the Presence of Stereotypes

• Terms of Employment - Creating a New Dialogue

• Reporting Assignments - The Faces and Voices of Women

• Recruiting and Hiring - The Politics of Representation

• Career Advancement - The Glass Ceiling

• Journalism - Related Gender Policies

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7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. networking Reception at Bloomberg's DC Office

Delegates and honored guests at a cocktail reception hosted by Bloomberg.

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Friday, March 25, 2011 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Closing Breakfast at GWU Jack Morton Auditorium

Final session discussing the global objectives and regional targets. IWMF board member Maria Elena Salinas of Univision will introduce the Plan of Action and delegates will vote on a Universal Declaration of Principles and a set of regional goals.
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12:15-2:30 p.m. Closing Luncheon - Women’s Voices in the Revolution at GW Marvin Center, Grand Ballroom.

Pat Mitchell, Director, The Paley Center interviews Mona Eltahawy, award-winning columnist and an international public speaker on Arab and Muslim issues.

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For more information about the conference visit,
http://iwmf.org/pioneering-change/international-conference/home.aspx

For more pictures of the event visit,  http://www.flickr.com/groups/iwmfconf/pool/show/

Special thanks to the following sponsors:

The Howard G. Buffet Foundation

John S. and James L. Knight Foundation

Bloomberg

Bank of America

McCormick Foundation

Gibson Dunn

Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women