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DHS Secretary Napolitano Participates
in Conference in Madrid
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano delivered remarks
to the International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners
yesterday in Madrid. Spanish Interior Minister Alfredo Pérez Rubalcaba, the
Prince of Asturias, and cell phone inventor Martin Cooper also participated
in the conference (more).
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Janet Napolitano with Prince and Princess of Asturias and Martin Cooper,
Madrid, November 4, 2009 |
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Remarks by President Obama on Strengthening America's Education System
American prosperity has long rested on how well we educate our children. But
this has never been more true than it is today. In the 21st century, when
countries that out-educate us today will out-compete us tomorrow, there is
nothing that will determine the quality of our future as a nation (more). |
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Obama at Wright Middle School in Madison, Wisconsin |
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Democracy: Your Voice. Your Video.
The Challenge: Create a video short that completes the phrase "Democracy is…".
The Prize: An all-expense-paid trip to Washington, New York and Hollywood to
attend gala screenings of the winning videos, gain exposure to the U.S. film and
television industry and meet with creative talent, democracy advocates and
government leaders. Deadline: January 31, 2010.
Learn more. |
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Vide Democracy Challenge |
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