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Flags of Our Fathers in Theatres October 20th
Clint Eastwood Directs Film Adaptation of James Bradley's Bestseller
The long-awaited adaptation of James Bradley's bestsellling
book Flags of Our Fathers will arrive in theaters
nationwide on October 20th. A Clint Eastwood and Steven
Spielberg production, the movie was directed by Eastwood,
who has called it one of the biggest and most challenging
of his distinguished career.
To learn more about James Bradley and his bestselling books,
click on the link below:
Click here to read more about James Bradley
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Two Great New Speakers on Lavin Agency Roster
Elisha Miranda and Terri Jentz Great Choices For Campus Programs
We're thrilled to announce the signing of two great new speakers:
Elisha Miranda is a rising star in the arts
and multi-media worlds. An accomplished filmmaker, author,
activist and teacher, she brings real content and credibility
to student programming.
Click here to read more about Elisha Miranda
Terri Jentz is the author of the recently
released memoir Strange Piece of Paradise. At once
both a searing personal story of tragedy, loss and redemption,
it is also a a startling look at the sociological and psychological
factors behind violence against women.
Click here to read more about Terri Jentz
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Kevin Sites Wins Daniel Pearl Award For Courage
Another Recognition for "Solo" Journalist
Kevin Sites, of Yahoo!'s "Kevin Sites in the Hot Zone,"
has established a reputation as one of the world's most
accomplished and innovative young journalists. His willingness
to put himself in harm's way and tell the truth about what
he sees has made him a rising star. His integrity and courage
were recently recognized by the Daniel Pearl Foundation.
The organization was established to honor the legacy of
Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl, who was
murdered by Islamic militants in Pakistan.
For more information on Kevin Sites, please click on the link below:
Click here to read more about Kevin Sites
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Win a Free Advance Copy of Mavericks at Work
We have just received a limited number
of advance copies of Mavericks at Work, the great
new book by Bill Taylor and Polly LaBarre. The book is due
to be released on October 2nd, but you can get your copy
now—for free—by sending a reply to info@thelavinagency.com.
The first five respondents will receive a copy. For more
information on Bill and Polly click on the links below:
More Information on Bill Taylor's Speeches
More Information on Polly LaBarre's Speeches
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Vali
Nasr Visits The Daily Show - See the Video Here
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Vali Nasr
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Vali Nasr recently became the latest
in a long line of Lavin speakers to spend some time with
Jon Stewart on The Daily Show. Professor Nasr visited
the hit show to promote his new book, The
Shia Revival: How Conflicts within Islam Will Shape the
Future. To see a clip of the interview, click
on the link below, and scroll down to Professor Nasr's clip. We have also included a link to a recent
Wall Street Journal profile of Vali and his work.
Click
here to see Vali Nasr on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart
Click
here to read the WSJ profile of Vali Nasr
Ethnic
Pride, Civil Rights and Young People—Parallels Between
The Chicano Walkout of 1968 and The Latino Demonstrations
of 2006
An Exclusive Op-Ed Piece by Paula Crisostomo
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Paula Crisostomo
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As one of the leaders of the Chicano
High School Walkout of 1968, Paula Crisostomo shaped a
defining moment in the then nascent drive for equal rights
for Latino-Americans. We asked Paula to share her thoughts
with us on the recent nationwide demonstrations in support
of Latino immigrants, in the context of her own experiences
of almost forty years ago.
"In March 1968, thousands of students walked out
of high schools in East Los Angeles and the greater Los
Angeles area. This was in protest against deplorable educational
programs and a 50% drop out rate. I helped to lead those
walkouts. This was the largest, organized demonstration
by high school students in this country. The walkouts
spread across the southwest.
The walkouts were initiated and led by Chicano college and high school students, with a lone teacher as our guiding force. We sought support for our cause from school administrators, politicians, parents and clergy before we walked out. With the exception of a very few, no support was given, until the walkouts were staged. Then, perhaps out of shame, community support came forth ... "
Click here to read the full text of this article.
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