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Volume 16, Issue 8 April 30-May 6, 2014 Ward 5 Chamber of Commerce Member

In surprise move, NBA Commissioner bans Clippers owner Sterling for life NBA players praise a decision by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to ban Donald Sterling from the game. The Clippers owner made racially offensive comments recorded during a private conversation, the NBA confirmed Tuesday. By Harry Bruinius ling are deeply offensive and harm- noon, saying the NBA had con- they came from an NBA owner only “painful moment for all members Christian Science Monitor ful,” said Commissioner Silver in a firmed that the voice on the record- heightens the damage and my per- of the NBA,” will also urge the NEW YORK — Acting with press conference Tuesday after- ings was indeed Sterling’s. “That sonal outrage. Sentiments of this NBA’s board of governors to exer- breathtaking speed and decisive- kind are contrary to the principles cise its authority and force a sale of ness, new NBA Commissioner of inclusion and respect that form the team, which requires a three- Adam Silver banned Los Angeles the foundation of our diverse, fourths majority vote of NBA own- Clippers owner Donald Sterling for multicultural, and multiethnic ers. “I will do everything in my life on Tuesday, fining the NBA’s league.” power to ensure that that happens,” longest-standing owner $2.5 mil- For the new commissioner, the he said at Tuesday’s press confer- lion for privately making racist re- stakes couldn’t be higher. In Feb- ence. marks against black people. ruary, Silver succeeded David The outspoken owner of the The unprecedented decision Stern, one of the most successful Dallas Mavericks, Mark Cuban, came less than four days after news commissioners in the history of pro- had expressed caution Monday broke that a surreptitious audio re- fessional sports, helping to shape about forcing Sterling out as owner, cording revealed Sterling telling his the NBA into a global phenomenon saying it would be a “very, very girlfriend not to bring black people during his 30-year tenure. slippery slope” to disenfranchise an to Clippers games. In the recording, “Wow. Just wow. I did not ex- owner for something said in the pri- Sterling also chastised the woman pect this,” says Mark Conrad, di- vacy of his home. for posting Instagram photos of rector of the sports business pro- “What Donald said was wrong. Hall-of-Fame player Magic gram at Fordham University in New It was abhorrent,” Cuban said be- Johnson. York. “This was really a bold, gutsy, fore Monday’s playoff game The recordings caused an imme- and important move by the new against the San Antonio Spurs. diate and widespread furor during NBA commissioner, and I think “There’s no place for racism in the the NBA’s lucrative series of play- he’ll have a lot of support in the NBA, any business I’m associated offs — the most visible time of the public. He’ll certainly have a lot of with. But at the same time, that’s a year for the league. support from the players, and I think decision I make. I think you’ve got “The views expressed by Ster- he will have support from many to be very, very careful when you Damning recording: Donald Sterling can be heard telling his girlfriend owners, given what has happened.” start making blanket statements My Point Vanessa Stiviano (right) not to bring black people to Clippers games. Silver, who said this has been a (See Sterling, Page 4) of View By Rolando Larraz Dirty cop wants pot okayed Not too long ago, when I was a youngster, and someone wanted to By Rolando Larraz get his way and to recruit snitches ing through his illness for all the destroy someone’s reputation, they Las Vegas Tribune through intimidation and threats. damage he has done to so many started the rumor that that person After years of putting young Channel 3 reminded its audience people, he wants people to feel was gay (in those days, people used people behind bars and ruining their that in 2002 Kallas stated “We don’t sorry for him and now he wants the to be more insensitive and called clean record for possession of mari- believe the initiative is a good thing marijuana law. them “queer”); whether true or juana, Detective David Kallas tells for the public and certainly not a Kallas told Channel 3 that medi- false, it was meant to discredit the KSNV My news 3 in Las Vegas that good thing for law enforcement,” cal marijuana would ease the person’s reputation for whatever he supports the law that allows during an initiative that would have disease’s symptoms. “It would take reason. medical cannabis in Nevada. legalized medical and recreational away the pain in both my tibia and Later on, throughout the years, Kallas, former head of the Po- marijuana. both my knees, both my ankles and accusations changed, and in order lice Officers’ Union and undercover That was 14 years ago and also my hips,” Kallas told the News to destroy the reputation of some- officer with the Las Vegas Metro- Kallas was undercover, working in 3 reporter. one the rumor was started that the politan Police department — with Organized Crime, Intelligence and In 1997 Kallas was a candidate person in question was a commu- a not-too-clean record for his un- David Kallas Vice units at different times, and it for Henderson City Councilman nist. scrupulous work ethics — is now with Channel 3 that aired last Fri- was not good for him to legalize and immediately had the support of Even today, it’s still a shame to suffering from a “painful disease in cannabis. the then-head of the police union, have been tied to or affiliated with day. communist groups or individuals; his bones” and “searching for re- Kallas is known for his dirty But it is all about Kallas and Andy Anderson, and the head of the people get so nervous that they lief,” according to the interview police work, stopping at nothing to Kallas only, and now that he is pay- (See Kasllas, Page 5) never look at the members of the U.S. Congress who ever were, or still are, if not red, at least pink. Has Obama’s approval really hit new low? Time passed and then the accu- satory word was MOB. People were A new Washington Post/ABC News poll suggests accused unfairly of being “con- nected to the mafia,” and the con- Democrats could face serious headwinds in the sequences were very much a disas- November midterm election. But it doesn’t suggest ter because the assumption was that all “mob-connected” people were things are getting worse for President Obama. criminals and would damage the By Peter Grier presidential approval rating — reputation of any person so accused Christian Science Monitor about current levels — Republicans or so connected to that person. WASHINGTON — President could hold as many as 54 or 55 Sen- I recall one time I was at the old Obama’s approval ratings are not ate seats. Latin Deli on East Sahara where I good. For much of 2014 they have In that context, new Washington used to have lunch and I started a hovered in the low 40 percent Post/ABC News poll results are conversation with a lady that I, as range, which is a danger zone for more bad news for the White the gentleman I am, had offered my the Democratic Party. House. They show Obama’s ap- seat to because the place was Soft presidential polls generally proval dropping to 41 percent, a packed, as always, with people that equal a poor performance in mid- new low for this particular survey. loved Mimi and Miguel’s cooking. During the conversation with term elections for the president’s In the issue-by-issue breakdown, that lady, she asked where I worked party, and given current poll num- only 42 percent of respondents said and I told her that recently I got a bers the question may not be they approved of the way the presi- job at the Spanish newspaper; she whether the GOP will win control dent is handling the economy. Only got all nervous and with a grim ex- of the Senate, but by how much. 37 percent approve of the way he pression told me I was working in Earlier this year pollster Sean is handling health care. Thirty-four a very bad place, that the owner of Trende at RealClearPolitics wrote percent approve of the way he is Obama’s approval rating has hit a new low as Americans disapprove of the newspaper (me) was a gangster that given a 43 percent average (See Obama, Page 6) his policies on the economy, health care and the crisis in Ukraine. and that the business was controlled by the mafia. POLITICAL ANALYSIS “Let me tell you about Rolando,” she said. “Do not mess with him because I know him very well and I am going to give you Politics, Lies, Corruption and So Much More By Gordon Martines have been wrongly perpetuated tant questions and answers that This race-profiling method, some advice because you seem to I can’t tell you how refreshing it against our community, and espe- were brought up by citizens and which has been kept secret from the be a very decent young man with nice manners.” is to be free of the police employ- cially the Black community. sheriff candidates, representing our community by order of the police I told the lady that I have never ment gag orders that have prevented It was very unfortunate that — whole community, in this article. administration, is broken down to met Rolando; that I was hired by me, for the last 39 years, from in- because of the number of sheriff A question about race profiling a simple statistical crime percent- Don and she said, “He doesn’t need forming the public of what is really candidates — time limits were im- being used by the police department age, which specifies that 56 percent to be there; that place is for prosti- going on inside their very biased posed (15 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 came up, to which I replied that race of all crimes against persons are tution and many other illegal busi- and prejudiced police department. minute), causing most of the an- profiling definitely exists and has committed by Black suspects, 22 nesses; you need to get out of there; I was recently reminded, during a swers, including mine, to be short- been used for decades by the po- percent of all crimes against per- that place is not for you because you sheriff candidate debate forum con- ened, thereby not adequately and lice department administration to sons are committed by White sus- are a decent person.” The lady that ducted at the church at 1072 Bartlett properly addressing the questions. allocate resources and personnel, pects, and 22 percent of all crimes claimed to know me “very well” and sponsored by Black community So I will attempt to clarify and ex- which is mainly directed toward against persons are committed by (See My Point of View, Page 4) leaders, of so many incidents that pand on some of the more impor- Black criminal suspects. (See Political Analysis, Page 2) Page 2 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / April 30-May 6, 2014 April 30-May 6, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 3 Political Analysis (Continued from Page 1) used to describe and identify spe- istration, past and present, is alleg- career in law enforcement. He has contributes his opinions and ideas CITY BEAT Hispanic suspects. These statistics cifically Black suspects and gener- edly complicit. been a candidate for sheriff in 2002, to the Las Vegas Tribune to keep the are based primarily on crime re- ally was accepted and understood It was obvious that these inci- 2006, and 2010, is currently run- public informed and help improve ports taken from citizens in the by all involved as a means to con- dents are still lingering and unan- ning for sheriff with the intention policing in Las Vegas. He has also Madame Tussauds Las Vegas to wave Merlin’s community and have held true and vey that the Black race has again swered in the hearts and minds of of bringing integrity and account- appeared on the Face the Tribune used by police administrators for committed yet another crime of the community, and need to be set ability back to the department, and radio program several times to several years. Robbery. Repeated use of this term straight, thus allowing the LVMPD filed a federal lawsuit against share his plan for a better LVMPD Magic Wand for 100 children on Saturday, May 17 Therein lies the problem, in that (Male Usual) along with the statis- to honorably move forward for the LVMPD in 2011. Martines now if he should be elected sheriff. this simple statistical percentage tical percentage, has continually re- betterment of the community. available on the stately cousin of a has been expanded and amplified inforced the bias, discrimination One of the small but significant Mississippi river boat has one — to unfairly label and prejudice law and profiling methods wrongly things that I will immediately in- maybe two –cruises that will sat- enforcement personnel against a used against specific racial and eth- stitute as your sheriff in 2014, is to isfy every tourist’s hopes for a specific race, based solely on the nic groups in our community. Any remove any/all reference to the memorable water-borne explora- interpretation of simple statistical term other than an accurate general word “RACE” and replace it with tion of the lake’s scenic grandeur, percentages, rather than case spe- description of the criminal suspect the word “Description.” In my including Hoover Dam. And they cific and individual specific in- should not be used. opinion, the word “RACE” has no all are all less than an hour’s drive volvement. Other questions involving police place now and only serves to keep from Las Vegas. The term and description “Male officer involved fatal shootings all of us separated and divided, and Here’s a sampling of Desert Usual” comes to mind when refer- were brought up, and should have produces nothing but harm to all. Princess’ offerings: ring to suspects broadcasted over been — but were not — completely If any would like to see that word Sight-seeing cruise — A 90- the radio that are involved in a rob- aired and put on the table, to have totally disappear, then merely never minute, narrated sight-seeing cruise bery of a person or commercial the truth finally exposed. The mention it again, in any conversa- through the lake’s breathtaking business. This term was generally Costco fatal shooting of Eric Scott tion, published work, or in any con- ‘Pay It Forward’ with United Sambalatte @ Boca Park — Boulder Basin into Black Canyon needs to be re-investigated, as does text. Way of Southern Nevada, 750 S. Rampart Blvd, #9, Las Ve- to view the magnificent Hoover the Trevon Cole fatal shooting, the For this community to again May 7-14 gas, NV 89145 Dam; $26 p/p, $13 children 2-11. Stanley Gibson shooting, and the trust their police force and espe- United Way of Southern Nevada Sambalatte — 6555 S. Jones Sunset dinner cruise — A two- Swave Lopez fatal shooting. And cially their sheriff, there needs to is gearing up to launch its inaugu- Blvd, #100, Las Vegas, NV 89118 hour Lake Mead sunset dinner TRIBUNE On Saturday, May 17, Madame school supplies and items for sum- VOL. 16, NO. 8 just recently resurfaced, from June/ be a cleansing of all the corrupted ral Pay It Forward campaign dur- Stitched @ The Cosmopolitan cruise that includes a three-course July legal depositions, pursuant to trash police personnel and their as- Tussauds Las Vegas will welcome mer. The children will depart the ing the week of May 7 through May Las Vegas — 3708 S. Las Vegas meal (beef, chicken, fish or vegetar- 100 very special guests: 100 chil- attraction by 2 p.m. FOUNDER a 2011 Federal Lawsuit (Gordon sociates who currently continue to 14. Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 ian entries) and full-service bar ser- Rolando Larraz Martines vs LVMPD, Sheriff Dou- exist in this police administration. dren for a fun-filled day at the at- CIS of Nevada is the local af- Pay It Forward gives the public Tasti D-lite @ Meadows Mall vice; $61.50 p/p, $25 child 2-11. glas Gillespie, et al.), the behead- Think seriously about this when traction. Merlin’s Magic Wand, the filiate of the nation’s largest drop- an opportunity to shop and dine at (— 4300 Meadows Lane, Las Ve- Sunday brunch cruise — A 90- PUBLISHER ing murder of LVMPD Police Of- voting for your next sheriff on June charity of Madame Tussauds’ par- out prevention program. It supports their favorite restaurants and retail- gas, NV 89107 minute Sunday champagne brunch AND ficer Kevin Scott Dailey, in or 10, 2014. ent company, Merlin Entertain- at-risk children and their families ers, while raising money to help Tasti D-lite @ Town Square — cruise offering a full buffet-style EDITOR IN CHIEF around December 5, 2007, along * * * * * ments, is working with Communi- throughout Nevada with wrap- southern Nevada families. This year 6587 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las brunch, mid-morning breezes, Rolando Larraz with three other unsolved murders Gordon Martines is a former ties in Schools of Nevada, specifi- around services including every- a total of 10 retailers and restaurants Vegas, NV 89119 Hoover Dam and the camera-strain- occurring in 1996, 2001, 2002, LVMPD detective who has served cally elementary students from thing from tutoring and mental will Pay It Forward with United Tropical Smoothie — 7580 S. ing views of Boulder Basin; $45 p/ GENERAL MANAGER wherein the LVMPD Police Admin- in many capacities over his 39-year Elaine Wynn Elementary, to make health services to food, clothing and Way, by donating a portion of their Las Vegas Blvd, Ste. 100, Las Ve- p, $19.50 child 2-11. Perly Viasmensky the big day a reality. dental care. proceeds back to the organization gas, NV 89123 Special events cruise — By The children are being wel- Madame Tussauds is open 365 during this week. For an updated list of participat- chartering the Desert Princess, your PRODUCTION comed to celebrate the opening of days of the year and opens at 10 Don Snook “Many of us have paid it forward ing vendors visit www.uwsn.org/ special group — corporate outing, Merlin Entertainment’s 100th at- a.m. For more information, call by buying someone’s coffee, gro- payitforward family reunion, holiday or private MANAGING EDITOR traction, SEA LIFE Charlotte-Con- (702) 862-7800 or go to ceries or gas,” said Cass Palmer, * * * * * party — really gets the special treat- Maramis Choufani cord, which opened in February. www.MadameTussauds.com/ United Way of Southern Nevada’s Seeing Hoover Dam can ment. You can customize your event Each of Merlin’s 100 global attrac- LasVegas. President and CEO. “This opportu- be a Boatload of Fun to match your needs, including full ASSOCIATE EDITOR tions is welcoming 100 children * * * * * nity engages all southern Nevadans Considered one of the top 10 dining and bar options. Colleen Lloyd through Merlin’s Magic Wand, with LVBNM 7th Annual in a collective effort to construction achievements of the Wedding cruse — A unique, a goal of 10,000 deserving children The Power of Women Pay it Forward to touch our en- 20th century, Hoover Dam is a spectacular and memorable setting INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER receiving a memorable visit to the & Business Expo tire community by providing edu- must-see for anyone traveling to or for that special day, can accommo- Kenneth A. Wegner attractions around the world. LVBNM will present its 7th cation, financial and health care re- from Las Vegas. While spectacular, date up to 200 and includes wed- For advertising Throughout the year, Merlin’s Annual “Power of Women & Busi- sources to families.” the more than 1 million visitors that ding cake and champagne toast. Magic Wand allows schools, hos- ness” mixer expo, Tuesday, May 6, Through Pay It Forward partici- see it annually typically only see it Smaller wedding parties can re- rates, deadlines pitals and charitable organizations 2014 at the Suncoast Hotel & Ca- call 702-699-8100 pants will contribute to a variety of from one perspective, the top. How- serve a Top Deck package within and families to give their seriously sino Grand Ballroom from 6:00 programs designed to provide ever another, more relaxing, option the regular cruise schedule. Las Vegas Tribune is published ill, disabled or disadvantaged chil- p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with over 50 busi- southern Nevadan families the re- is by paddlewheeler on Lake Mead. Cruising Lake Mead is a great weekly at 820 E. 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The restaurants includes: for seeing Hoover Dam outside the submissions and topics. Readers (702) 699-8111 ments’ 100 attractions around the first 200 attendees will receive with Artifact @ Town Square — Fax: (702) 696-0096 typical tour or bus stop. are invited to suggest a local topic globe can go to their take home attendees bag, prod- 6587 Las Vegas Bvd. South, Las No doubt, the menu of tours or any other items of interest. Website: www.MerlinsMagicWand.org and uct samples from Sam’s Club. Plus LasVegasTribune.com Vegas, NV 89119 apply. $5,000.00 in raffle drawing give- All rights reserved. Statements, Core Studios — 6115 S. Fort opinions and points of view ex- “From Madame Tussauds Las away prizes from our expo exhibi- Apache Rd, #104, Las Vegas, NV pressed by the writers are their Vegas to even LEGOLAND Cali- tors! 89052 own and do not necessarily rep- fornia in Carlsbad, Calif., Merlin’s This year LVBNM will honor Gritz Café — 1911 Stella Lake resent those of the publisher. Magic Wand makes it possible for four business women, who all have Street, Las Vegas, NV 89106 Information, including prices all disadvantaged children to have excelled in growing their business. Michele C Quinn Fine Art, and times, is considered correct a once-in-a-lifetime experience at Also at the expo this month will LLC — 620 South 7th Street, Las at the time of publishing but may our attractions at no cost to them or be LVBNM BusinessBuilder Work- Vegas, NV 89101 change without notice. Las Ve- their families,” says Cole Kouvaris, shop Series with guest speaker Pinto Ranch Fine Western gas Tribune assumes no re- marketing manager, Madame Jerrie E. Merritt, Senior Vice Presi- Wear @ Fashion Show Mall — sponsibility for unsolicited Tussauds Las Vegas. dent and Community Development manuscripts, transparencies or 3200 Las Vegas Blvd, 1st floor, Las On May 17, the children will Manager for Bank of Nevada. Topic other submitted materials. For Vegas, NV 89109 return, please enclose a self- arrive at approximately 11 a.m. of conversation “Emotional Spend- Pizza Rock — 201 N. Third addressed stamped envelope. Upon arrival, they will receive a ing — The Real Key to Controlling Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101 Las Vegas Tribune special welcome from a Merlin En- Your Money.” published weekly by the tertainments executive and will LVBNM, Mega Mixer Expo is Tribune Media Group have a souvenir photo taken with designed to reach all of Clark David A. Rifkin, Executive Vice President their preferred wax figure. Next, County and is a monthly event pro- they will be invited to explore Ma- gram. There is no pre-registration Quote of the Week: dame Tussauds all-new attraction, requirement to attend. This event is “Every man dies. Not including the Marvel Super Heroes open to the public. Free admission 4D Experience. The event will con- tickets can be picked up at Storage every man really lives.” clude with lunch with each child West Self Storage (eastern location) — Braveheart receiving personalized Madame and the Suncoast Hotel & Casino Tussauds gift bags. The children Catering Department. were asked prior to the event about Visit our web site: Please Note: their favorite characters and also www.pjproductionlive.com/ Although the Las Vegas Tribune is open to all and sundry opin- specific needs such as clothing, LVBNM.html. ions about what we publish, we wish to inform all those who choose to submit their opinions in writing to refrain from threat- ening anyone about whom an ar- ticle is written or the writer of the article. In other words, any opinions containing threats will not be published. We thank you for adhering to this policy. MISSION STATEMENT We search for the truth, em- brace the truth, and print the truth. If we inadvertently print some- thing that is not true, we will let our readers know. We are open to documented information to shed light on any issue of concern to our readers. We are of service to our community, and it is our in- tention to serve our community the best way we can. RECEIVE A FREE COPY OF THE LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE EVERY WEEK! To receive a complimentary link to every new issue of the Las Vegas Tribune, please send an email to [email protected] and give us the email address where you would like your copy sent. We look forward to having you as a subscriber to our publication. April 30-May 6, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 3 CITY BEAT Madame Tussauds Las Vegas to wave Merlin’s Magic Wand for 100 children on Saturday, May 17 available on the stately cousin of a Mississippi river boat has one — maybe two –cruises that will sat- isfy every tourist’s hopes for a memorable water-borne explora- tion of the lake’s scenic grandeur, including Hoover Dam. And they all are all less than an hour’s drive from Las Vegas. Here’s a sampling of Desert Princess’ offerings: Sight-seeing cruise — A 90- minute, narrated sight-seeing cruise through the lake’s breathtaking ‘Pay It Forward’ with United Sambalatte @ Boca Park — Boulder Basin into Black Canyon Way of Southern Nevada, 750 S. Rampart Blvd, #9, Las Ve- to view the magnificent Hoover May 7-14 gas, NV 89145 Dam; $26 p/p, $13 children 2-11. United Way of Southern Nevada Sambalatte — 6555 S. Jones Sunset dinner cruise — A two- is gearing up to launch its inaugu- Blvd, #100, Las Vegas, NV 89118 hour Lake Mead sunset dinner On Saturday, May 17, Madame school supplies and items for sum- ral Pay It Forward campaign dur- Stitched @ The Cosmopolitan cruise that includes a three-course Tussauds Las Vegas will welcome mer. The children will depart the ing the week of May 7 through May Las Vegas — 3708 S. Las Vegas meal (beef, chicken, fish or vegetar- 100 very special guests: 100 chil- attraction by 2 p.m. 14. Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 ian entries) and full-service bar ser- dren for a fun-filled day at the at- CIS of Nevada is the local af- Pay It Forward gives the public Tasti D-lite @ Meadows Mall vice; $61.50 p/p, $25 child 2-11. traction. Merlin’s Magic Wand, the filiate of the nation’s largest drop- an opportunity to shop and dine at (— 4300 Meadows Lane, Las Ve- Sunday brunch cruise — A 90- charity of Madame Tussauds’ par- out prevention program. It supports their favorite restaurants and retail- gas, NV 89107 minute Sunday champagne brunch ent company, Merlin Entertain- at-risk children and their families ers, while raising money to help Tasti D-lite @ Town Square — cruise offering a full buffet-style ments, is working with Communi- throughout Nevada with wrap- southern Nevada families. This year 6587 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las brunch, mid-morning breezes, ties in Schools of Nevada, specifi- around services including every- a total of 10 retailers and restaurants Vegas, NV 89119 Hoover Dam and the camera-strain- cally elementary students from thing from tutoring and mental will Pay It Forward with United Tropical Smoothie — 7580 S. ing views of Boulder Basin; $45 p/ Elaine Wynn Elementary, to make health services to food, clothing and Way, by donating a portion of their Las Vegas Blvd, Ste. 100, Las Ve- p, $19.50 child 2-11. the big day a reality. dental care. proceeds back to the organization gas, NV 89123 Special events cruise — By The children are being wel- Madame Tussauds is open 365 during this week. For an updated list of participat- chartering the Desert Princess, your comed to celebrate the opening of days of the year and opens at 10 “Many of us have paid it forward ing vendors visit www.uwsn.org/ special group — corporate outing, Merlin Entertainment’s 100th at- a.m. For more information, call by buying someone’s coffee, gro- payitforward family reunion, holiday or private traction, SEA LIFE Charlotte-Con- (702) 862-7800 or go to ceries or gas,” said Cass Palmer, * * * * * party — really gets the special treat- cord, which opened in February. www.MadameTussauds.com/ United Way of Southern Nevada’s Seeing Hoover Dam can ment. You can customize your event Each of Merlin’s 100 global attrac- LasVegas. President and CEO. “This opportu- be a Boatload of Fun to match your needs, including full tions is welcoming 100 children * * * * * nity engages all southern Nevadans Considered one of the top 10 dining and bar options. through Merlin’s Magic Wand, with LVBNM 7th Annual in a collective effort to construction achievements of the Wedding cruse — A unique, a goal of 10,000 deserving children The Power of Women Pay it Forward to touch our en- 20th century, Hoover Dam is a spectacular and memorable setting receiving a memorable visit to the & Business Expo tire community by providing edu- must-see for anyone traveling to or for that special day, can accommo- attractions around the world. LVBNM will present its 7th cation, financial and health care re- from Las Vegas. While spectacular, date up to 200 and includes wed- Throughout the year, Merlin’s Annual “Power of Women & Busi- sources to families.” the more than 1 million visitors that ding cake and champagne toast. Magic Wand allows schools, hos- ness” mixer expo, Tuesday, May 6, Through Pay It Forward partici- see it annually typically only see it Smaller wedding parties can re- pitals and charitable organizations 2014 at the Suncoast Hotel & Ca- pants will contribute to a variety of from one perspective, the top. How- serve a Top Deck package within and families to give their seriously sino Grand Ballroom from 6:00 programs designed to provide ever another, more relaxing, option the regular cruise schedule. ill, disabled or disadvantaged chil- p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with over 50 busi- southern Nevadan families the re- is by paddlewheeler on Lake Mead. Cruising Lake Mead is a great dren the chance to experience Mer- ness exhibits, door prizes and our sources needed to build a brighter Talk about a southern Nevada alternative for seeing Hoover Dam. lin Entertainments attractions Chefs Corners - chefs serving up future through the building blocks tourist’s smorgasbord of fun... The * * * * * worldwide for free. Qualified orga- tasty samples to all attendees. of a better life: education, financial Desert Princess Paddlewheel Tour City Beat is a compilation of nizations and individuals interested We invited all Clark County stability, and health. Boat that plies the waters of Lake news and views of our editorial and in receiving complimentary admis- gentlemen to come and support the This year the list of retailers and Mead offers a wide-array of choices writing team, along with reader sion to any of Merlin Entertain- business women of Las Vegas! The restaurants includes: for seeing Hoover Dam outside the submissions and topics. Readers ments’ 100 attractions around the first 200 attendees will receive with Artifact @ Town Square — typical tour or bus stop. are invited to suggest a local topic globe can go to their take home attendees bag, prod- 6587 Las Vegas Bvd. 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Merritt, Senior Vice Presi- Wear @ Fashion Show Mall — Tussauds Las Vegas. dent and Community Development 3200 Las Vegas Blvd, 1st floor, Las On May 17, the children will Manager for Bank of Nevada. Topic Vegas, NV 89109 arrive at approximately 11 a.m. of conversation “Emotional Spend- Pizza Rock — 201 N. Third Upon arrival, they will receive a ing — The Real Key to Controlling Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101 special welcome from a Merlin En- Your Money.” tertainments executive and will LVBNM, Mega Mixer Expo is have a souvenir photo taken with designed to reach all of Clark their preferred wax figure. Next, County and is a monthly event pro- they will be invited to explore Ma- gram. There is no pre-registration dame Tussauds all-new attraction, requirement to attend. This event is including the Marvel Super Heroes open to the public. Free admission 4D Experience. 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It’s a very, Before I left, I turned around and victim — however, after she started very slippery slope.” told the lady that while I’m finding collecting luxury cars, she also de- But after Tuesday’s press con- another job, if I can help her in any veloped an appetite for men with ference, Cuban tweeted, “I agree way, she should call me — and I big eyes and big shoulders. 100% with Commissioner Silver’s gave her my business card. When She even has the blessing of her findings and the actions taken she read my name, she fainted and generous benefactor to do whatever against Donald Sterling.” people at the place had to help her she wants to do as long as she does Sterling’s comments caused an not embarrass him (according to his to regain consciousness. uproar late last week, sparking pro- After the mob accusation, then own words) by being so obvious tests from players and others. Even it phased into the “child molester” around his friends and associates. President Obama, during a trip to accusation, and that has to be the (After all, we still live in a James Malaysia, condemned the state- most despicable false accusation Brown world — a man’s world — anyone can be victim of, and the and it apparently is OK for men to ments. most difficult to clear and to clean have something on the side but it is By Monday, many of the Clip- from the memory of most people. not OK for woman.) pers’ financially critical sponsors Look at the case of Manny During my days in the beeper had fled. Virgin America, State Menendez; his ex-wife accused him business, I had an associate that was Farm, Kia Motors America each of molesting her granddaughter. He taking care of the black announced that it would no longer went to prison for twenty years and community’s beeper needs. One support the team, Reuters reported. after new evidence came out, the day during a meeting, I had to ask CarMax Inc., Red Bull, and judge reduced his sentence to ten him, “What is wrong with you AQUAHydrate, the water brand of years, but he appealed that sentence people?” and he blew up! He entertainer P. Diddy, also withdrew also, and against two hysterical wanted to know what I meant by their sponsorships. deputy district attorneys, the judge “you people” and he wanted to NBA players rallied around the granted a new trial where the know if I was a racist. commissioner, via Twitter, after daughter and the supposed mo- Because I liked the guy, I took Tuesday’s press conference. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver addresses the media during a news lested granddaughter testified that time to answer him and explain “Commissioner of the @NBA conference in New York, April 29. Silver announced that he is banning the charges were not true and that some details to him. He knew that I just showed us how he drops the Los Angeles Clipper owner Donald Sterling for life and urging other the ex-wife had the habit of accus- had never been racist and I asked hammer on ignorance,” tweeted NBA owners to force a sale of the Clippers, after racist comments Sterling ing all — yes ALL — the men with him if he thought I would be asso- Jason Collins, the NBA’s first and made in a recording. whom she had relationships, hus- ciated with him if I was a racist. only openly gay player. owner George Steinbrenner from one of the league’s flagship teams. I’ve been told that Donald bands or not, of molesting minors “Commissioner Silver thank you day-to-day operation of his team for For many around the NBA, a every time they left her. Sterling’s girl friend is half Black for protecting our beautiful and life in 1990, after he hired a private Johnson-led ownership would pro- For some strange ulterior mo- and half Mexican; would Donald powerful league!! Great leader!!,” investigator to dig up dirt on a black vide a kind of redemption to the tive, the judge that up to now had a Sterling be having a relationship tweeted two-time champion player. Steinbrenner was reinstated ugly ordeal, not only buttressing fair reputation, gave up and took the with a half BLACK, half Mexican in 1993, however. black ownership in a league in side of the two hysterical deputy girl regardless of how good she may LeBron James, star of the Miami district attorneys and sent an inno- look? I was told that the young lady Heat. In 2011, MLB also took over the which more than 3 of 4 players are cent man back to prison, even with may be about 28 years old or so; “Way to go, Commissioner Sil- day-to-day operations of the Los black, but also making Johnson the all the proof that was needed to maybe with all Sterling’s money ver! The NBA stands for every- Angeles Dodgers, its finances in a front-and-center owner of two show that he did not commit the and another Bentley (or two) it body!” tweeted Magic Johnson, shambles under the ownership of championship-caliber sports teams crime of which he was accused. might be time to trade her in for a who had been disparaged by Ster- Frank McCourt. The Dodgers in Los Angeles, where he won five Now, most recently, the word of younger model. ling in the recordings. owner vigorously contested the ac- championships as a player. accusation going around is “racist,” It is sad that we have to control Silver’s actions Tuesday were tion, but by 2012, McCourt’s ball Currently, there is one black and many people have seen their every word that comes out of our swift, severe, and, in many ways, club filed for bankruptcy, and he principal owner among the 92 life turn upside down when they are mouth because someone else may unprecedented. The NBA has eventually sold the team for a teams in the three major American accused of being racist. take it wrong and consider it racist. banned only four people for life record $2 billion to a consortium sports leagues, including the NFL: Racism is something White Maybe the best thing is to be- since the 1970s — each of them that included Magic Johnson. Michael Jordan, who owns the people can be easily accused of; come color blind and deaf so no one minor players who had violated the “The one issue that’s going to be Charlotte Bobcats. and, just as with the child molesta- can discriminate against anyone league’s substance abuse policies big is, can you force Donald Ster- The NBA commissioner said tion charges, it is very difficult to with an accent. If that were the case, Major League Baseball banned ling to sell his team?” says Fordham Sterling’s record $2.5 million fine, prove the opposite, and the after- I wouldn’t have to complain that for life its all-time hits leader, Pete University’s Conrad. “So there is the maximum amount allowed by math is terrible. radio station 88.1 discriminates Rose, in 1989 after an extensive in- the potential for lots of litigation on the league’s constitution, will be Just look what happened to against me by not allowing me and vestigation found that he had something like this, and who is to donated to organizations promoting Cliven Bundy — even if his cause my friend Miguel Barrientos to buy gambled on baseball games, includ- say Mr. Sterling, a former litigator tolerance. These organizations will air time because we are not Black, has nothing to do with anyone’s ing those he managed. More re- himself, is going to take this sitting be selected by both the NBA and skin color, lots of his supporters ran or that Lee Brown did not let me cently, disgraced cyclist Lance down.” the players association. “Silver is a for cover when he opened his write a column in his newspaper Armstrong was stripped of his The same consortium that in- brand new commissioner, he has mouth and his enemies tried to use because I am not Black. record seven Tour de France titles cludes Magic Johnson and his back- not garnered his own gravitas yet, that against him. Discrimination is a two-way ers at Guggenheim Partners are re- succeeding someone who was very Donald Sterling is in the same street and it should be taken as dis- and banned for life from the sport. boat now because of his jealous tan- crimination regardless of who does Many observers surmised before portedly very interested in buying powerful and successful,” Conrad trum, like nobody has ever been the discriminating. But first, let’s be Tuesday’s categorical ruling that the Clippers, which some analysts says. “And I think he could not af- jealous before. sure the intention is really racist. Major League Baseball would pro- are saying could cost $1 billion. The ford a revolt in the league among If I was going to be susceptible My name is Rolando Larraz, and vide some precedent for punishing Guggenheim group currently owns the players, among the public, and to someone’s opinion of me every as always, I approved this column. owners. In 1993, the league sus- the WNBA’s Los Angeles Sparks, among the sponsors.” time I had been called a blankety- Rolando Larraz is Editor in pended Cincinnati Reds owner blank Cuban because some jealous Chief of the Las Vegas Tribune. His Marge Schott for a year, fining her husband thought his wife was flirt- column appears weekly in this $25,000 — or the equivalent of at ing with me, I’d be crying racism newspaper. 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RRe e- -E El le ec ct t April 30-May 6, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 5 Mexico prepping to buy more Black Hawks: Kallas (Continued from Page 1) Henderson police union, Jim White. settling in for a lengthy fight in drug war? A letter Anderson wrote to Kallas said, “Your dedication to your work and our community has earned the respect and admiration of your peers. Mexico received U.S. approval for the purchase of 18 Black Hawk You bring your work ethic, your honesty and your integrity to every en- deavor.” helicopters. Some analysts wonder if the planned purchase signals White on behalf of the Henderson Police Union wrote to Kallas: “Your a longer-term, more militarized approach to fighting cartels. reputation as a fair and experienced person and your commitment to jus- tice are refreshing and will be an asset to our community.” By Sarah Kinosian Neither Anderson nor White may have been aware that ten years ear- Christian Science Monitor lier David Kallas and another detective, Charles Davidaitis, admitted in The Mexican military has used court that the first four paragraphs of a police report were false. U.S.-made Sikorsky UH-60 Black On July 10, 1985, Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Jay D. Evensen Hawk helicopters for years to fight revealed Detective Kallas as he really is when he wrote: “Metro Officers drug traffickers — and now it’s pre- admit falsifying report,” and in the article Evensen explained: “Two Met- pared to spend over half a billion ropolitan police officers testified in District Court that they falsified a to more than double its fleet. police report explaining why they went to a house where they arrested On April 17, the U.S. State De- convicted prostitute Helen DeBoissiere and her friend Carl Hunt.” partment cleared the way for DeBoissiere was accused of offering officers Kallas and Tom Montoya Mexico to purchase 18 Black Hawk $75.00 each per week in exchange for protection from prostitution ar- helicopters for $680 million. U.S. rests. Congress now has until May 17 to The offer was made January 2, 1984 after Montoya and Kallas ar- act if it disagrees with the proposed rested her at the Stardust Hotel while working undercover. deal. During the trial a parade of defense witnesses included Sheriff John The price tag also includes ra- McCarthy and KLAS-TV Channel 8 Managing Editor and Review-Jour- dios, night-vision goggles, training nal columnist Ned Day. and support services, and dozens of Kallas and Davidaitis testified they also lied to their superiors during 7.62mm machine guns, to be at- an internal departmental investigation. tached to the sides of the choppers Detective Kallas uses anything and everything just to get what he wants; to provide air support for ground he is good at manipulating snitches, not for department issue cases, but attacks. A U.S. Army officer points out a landing spot to pilots of a Black Hawk for his own personal benefit. Mexico has been battling a war chase helicopter as they arrive for a weekly crew change at Camp Dwyer During a well publicized controversy between the late Sheriff John against drug trafficking and related in southern Afghanistan’s Helmand province, April 11, 2011. Mexico Moran and casino operator Steve Wynn, Kallas convinced Steve Wynn’s violence within its borders for received U.S. approval for the purchase of 18 Black Hawk helicopters. sister-in-law, Phyllis Wynn, to become a snitch for him, getting informa- nearly a decade. The move to pro- armed kingpins,” the pilot said. tacking security challenges like tion from Wynn and his brother Kenny Wynn. cure such sophisticated technology Mexico has a “very tiny” heli- drug trafficking. The ethics, honesty and integrity that Anderson wrote for David Kallas like the Black Hawks has some ana- copter fleet for a country of its size, Under current President Enrique was destroyed when Kallas went as low as to publicly say that Phyllis lysts wondering if it’s a signal of said Isacson. And much like insur- Peña Nieto, Mexico’s drug war has Wynn had some romantic interest in him; she was banned from the Golden Mexico’s plans to move toward a gents, Mexican cartels rely on mo- remained highly militarized, despite Nugget and all credit was terminated. more long-term, militarized ap- bility to avoid capture and often use campaign promises to move away During the murder trial of real estate socialite Margaret Ruddin, Las proach to fighting cartels. military-grade arms and defense from the model pushed by former Vegas Tribune learned that David Kallas was cozy with Ms. Ruddin’s Black Hawks are utility helicop- tactics, including high-powered President Felipe Calderón. The road sister only to convince her to testify against her sister, Margaret. ters, used for activities like air as- weapons and armored vehicles, ahead is long for the Mexican gov- Almost three decades later David Kallas is still pretending he is a good saults, medical evacuations, support which the new helicopters could ernment, despite victories like the guy — an honest, integral and ethical member of the community — and for ground attacks, and troop trans- potentially help curb. arrests of high-profile cartel lead- ers JoaquÌn “El Chapo” Guzmán now he wants people to feel sorry for him for having a disease that might port. Since 2007, the U.S. State Taking cues from Colombia? and Zetas leader Miguel Angel well be his just deserts as punishment for all the reputations he tarnished Department has provided a total of Mexico would likely use the Treviño Morales, alias Z-40. with his unethical behavior and for all the lives he has destroyed with his 14 helicopters to the Mexican gov- new choppers in similar ways as U.S. officials have pointed to corrupted standard of living. ernment as part of the security-fo- Colombia, which has long battled Mexico’s interest in buying military What may surprise many of those that have had the misfortune of cross- cused 2008 Mérida Initiative. drug trafficking and rebel violence equipment as a sign of improving ing paths with one of the most offensive police officers of our times is “When the U.S. government during its decades-long internal military ties, which some say have that a company with the reputation of Channel 3 has not investigated gave the Mexican government conflict. (See Black Hawks, Page 6) David Kallas’ questionable past before airing such a ridiculous episode. Black Hawks at the beginning of the Colombia received its first Black Mérida Initiative, they were meant Hawk from the United States in for transporting soldiers and police 1987. Since then, the South Ameri- quickly — be it to capture a capo can nation has received several [drug lord] or to respond to a more with U.S. security assistance, firefight,” said Adam Isacson, a mostly under the 2000 security aid Latin America security expert at the package known as “Plan Colom- Washington Office on Latin bia,” and its later iteration, “Plan America. Patriota.” Now one of the world’s The purchase likely means the largest operators, with a fleet of Mexican government will increas- 103, Colombia has used them to ingly use the helicopters in raids on drop troops into the jungle to attack kingpins and is settling in for a remote rebel camps while also us- longer fight, according to one U.S. ing them to provide air cover dur- Military helicopter pilot, who asked ing combat. to remain anonymous. “It’s a ver- “Given the artillery coming with satile, agile, medium size aircraft Mexico’s purchase, the government that can provide air support and... probably has something similar in It can also land in tight locations mind,” said Isacson, referring to — ideal for keying in on well- more of an offensive approach to

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The ongoing debate about race while some aren’t.” Representative Ryan denies he in America has been jolted by the Professor Gallagher is currently used this as a proxy for blaming alleged racist comments by Donald doing research about racial attitudes poverty on race, and he is set to Sterling, owner of the National Bas- among whites in poor but economi- meet with the Congressional Black ketball Association’s Los Angeles cally-changing neighborhoods. Caucus this week to discuss his Clippers for more than 30 years, “Once the tape recorders are run- comments. Rep. Barbara Lee of and the musings about the cultural ning, and once we’re into the con- California has called them “a thinly characteristics of “the Negro” by versation for 30 minutes and people veiled racial attack.” Nevada cattle rancher Cliven start to let down their guard a little But the furor surrounding Ster- Bundy. bit, they say what they really be- ling and Bundy is raising questions The comments were made in lieve.” about whether racial prejudices are very different contexts and ex- “People use proxy words, things still present but simply bubbling pressed very different types of that are either dog whistles or eu- beneath the surface. views. phemisms when talking about other “We thought we had moved be- Sterling, a high-profile real es- races,” he said. yond that, but I think now that tate magnate, allegedly chastised a In March, a number of Demo- people just know what’s appropri- former mistress for appearing in crats accused Rep. Paul Ryan (R) ate to say in public spaces,” said public with black people, specifi- of Wisconsin of using such racially- Gallagher. cally former NBA superstar Magic charged “dog whistles” when he “But then you have race in the Johnson. said poverty was caused by “this way that people really live their Bundy, who became a hero of tailspin of culture, in our inner cit- lives when there is no tape recorder, conservative state’s rights advo- ies in particular, of men not work- when they believe they are en- cates after standing up to agents try- ing and just generations of men not sconced in the safety of being ing to enforce federal grazing laws, even thinking about working or around like-minded people that never expressed dislike or contempt learning the value and the culture look like themselves — then you for other races, but espoused an ide- of work” — a remark which has have people speaking honestly.” ology of racial supremacy that he apparently thought unremarkable. For many who study racial atti- tudes, such views — from rank ra- Donald Sterling reportedly told his girlfriend Vanessa Stiviano (standing) cial hatred to casual assumptions of not to bring African-Americans to Los Angeles Clippers games. The white supremacy — may lurk more irony is Stiviano, is Black and Mexican. commonly than assumed. They sug- do with racism,” continues Naison. of touch with reality.” gest that the racism of today has “Donald Sterling’s comments re- “The way to stop discrimination been papered over by how Ameri- mind us that this conclusion may on the basis of race is to speak cans talk about race in public, which be premature.” openly and candidly on the subject squares neither with many people’s Opinion polls consistently show of race, and to apply the Constitu- private beliefs nor with the realities white Americans think more tion with eyes open to the unfortu- on the ground. progress has been made against rac- nate effects of centuries of racial “We are now living in a society ism than do black Americans. That discrimination,” Justice Sotomayor where there is a huge gap between perception gap has played out wrote in a dissenting opinion to the what people say publicly about throughout society, even echoing court’s 6-to-2 decision upholding a race, and what they say when they into the U.S. Supreme Court. Michigan ban on affirmative action. think they are among trusted In gutting the landmark Voting “We ought not sit back and wish friends,” said Mark Naison, the Rights Act in 2012, a 5-to-4 major- away, rather than confront, the ra- chair of African-American studies ity of justices essentially decided cial inequality that exists in our so- at Fordham University in New that attitudes toward race have im- ciety. It is this view that works York. “This allows us to think we proved significantly. “Our country harm, by perpetuating the facile have placed race behind us even has changed,” Chief Justice John notion that what makes race matter though there are deep underlying Roberts Jr. wrote. is acknowledging the simple truth tensions.” But last week, Justice Sonia that race does matter.” Donald Sterling’s wife, Shelley, slams him for crude racist remarks. “It also allows us to deny that Sotomayor mounted a full-scale Some sociologists agree that the racial disparities in income, wealth, intellectual assault on her col- progress of recent decades has been life expectancy, education, and rates leagues’ thinking that race no longer largely superficial. of incarceration, have anything to matters as it once did, calling it “out “I think the progress we’ve made is really in rhetoric only,” said Black Hawks Charles Gallagher, chair of the so- ciology department at La Salle Uni- (Continued from Page 5) versity in Philadelphia. “You can been strained. Last year President Peña Nieto mandated all contact with talk about abstract legal theory all U.S. law enforcement go through the Ministry of the Interior, effectively you want, but Americans live in a ending U.S. officials’ access to the country’s security agencies. U.S. offi- real world — and we live in segre- cials have denied these reports, pointing to the cooperation between the gated neighborhoods, in neighbor- U.S. and Mexican agencies involved in Guzmán’s arrest as evidence of a hoods where some schools are very strengthening relationship. high performing and some are not, “This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a stra- tegic partner. Mexico has been a strong partner in combating organized crime and drug trafficking organizations,” the Defense Security Coop- eration Agency said this month. The helicopter deal leverages U.S. expertise to increase engagement between the two militaries, proponents say, and there have been reports that the U.S. is discussing other military sales to Mexico, such as un- manned aerial vehicles, or drones. Obama (Continued from Page 1) December. That was about the time dealing with the situation involving the rocky rollout of the Affordable Russia and Ukraine. Care Act was getting a lot of cover- Again, not a good omen for age. Presidential approval has ac- Democrats, particularly incumbent tually bounced back a bit since then, Democratic senators running in according to these figures. states won by Mitt Romney. Look, as we noted above, But these numbers do not show Obama’s numbers spell trouble for that Obama’s ratings are sliding, in Democrats. It’s just that it does not our judgment. They do not reflect yet look like there is a trend under- that his overall numbers have hit a way in his polling, one way or an- new low, as some headlines suggest. other. It’s much more likely that the drop here represents a random variation around a generally low approval figure. First, look at the Post/ABC trend line. In March, the poll had Obama’s approval rating at 46 per- cent — which is a bit high, com- pared with other surveys. Thus the new 41 percent approval might be something of a reversion to the sta- tistical mean. Second, it’s just one poll. You get a more accurate picture by averag- ing together a bunch of polls. Look at the RealClearPolitics average of major surveys: Obama’s approval rating is currently 43.3 percent, which is about where it has been since last November. The line graph of this is a squiggly but generally straight line. It doesn’t show a de- clining slope. According to RCP, Obama did have a big drop in his approval rat- ing late last year, hitting a low of 39.8 percent at the beginning of Page 6 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / April 30-May 6, 2014 April 30-May 6, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 7 Donald Sterling comments: Is racism hiding in plain sight? A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have. — Thomas Jefferson Alleged comments by Donald Sterling and musings by rancher Cliven Bundy suggest that deep- EDITORIALS seated racial prejudice remains more prevalent than many believe, some sociologists say. By Harry Bruinius with some populations that are since been compared to Bundy’s Our Point of View Christian Science Monitor more likely to be stopped by police views. The ongoing debate about race while some aren’t.” Representative Ryan denies he in America has been jolted by the Professor Gallagher is currently used this as a proxy for blaming Questions ’til the alleged racist comments by Donald doing research about racial attitudes poverty on race, and he is set to Sterling, owner of the National Bas- among whites in poor but economi- meet with the Congressional Black ketball Association’s Los Angeles cally-changing neighborhoods. Caucus this week to discuss his Clippers for more than 30 years, “Once the tape recorders are run- comments. Rep. Barbara Lee of Cows Come Home and the musings about the cultural ning, and once we’re into the con- California has called them “a thinly characteristics of “the Negro” by versation for 30 minutes and people veiled racial attack.” This newspaper is founded on the principle of free speech. Nevada cattle rancher Cliven start to let down their guard a little But the furor surrounding Ster- At the head of every issue appears Voltaire’s quote: “I may Bundy. bit, they say what they really be- ling and Bundy is raising questions disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death The comments were made in lieve.” about whether racial prejudices are your right to say it.” Thus, we disapprove of what Cliven very different contexts and ex- “People use proxy words, things still present but simply bubbling Bundy of Bunkerville, Nevada said, and while it is amaz- pressed very different types of that are either dog whistles or eu- beneath the surface. ing how numb his brain must have been in order to speak views. phemisms when talking about other “We thought we had moved be- Sterling, a high-profile real es- races,” he said. yond that, but I think now that with such ignorance and callousness, the Las Vegas Tri- tate magnate, allegedly chastised a In March, a number of Demo- people just know what’s appropri- bune asserts his unalienable right to speak foolishly any- former mistress for appearing in crats accused Rep. Paul Ryan (R) ate to say in public spaces,” said time. public with black people, specifi- of Wisconsin of using such racially- Gallagher. The issue at the heart of the controversial matter in cally former NBA superstar Magic charged “dog whistles” when he “But then you have race in the Bunkerville ought not to be diminished by the apparent mad- Johnson. said poverty was caused by “this way that people really live their ness of its head messenger, nor should Bundy’s disparag- Bundy, who became a hero of tailspin of culture, in our inner cit- lives when there is no tape recorder, conservative state’s rights advo- ies in particular, of men not work- when they believe they are en- ing comments about Black citizens of this state go unad- cates after standing up to agents try- ing and just generations of men not sconced in the safety of being dressed. It does not take a panel of reporters or a congres- ing to enforce federal grazing laws, even thinking about working or around like-minded people that sional hearing to try to figure out a sour, nearly 70-year-old Amnesty to Citizenship: never expressed dislike or contempt learning the value and the culture look like themselves — then you White man’s despicable ramblings about “Negro” families for other races, but espoused an ide- of work” — a remark which has have people speaking honestly.” being “better off as slaves” than getting federal subsidies. ology of racial supremacy that he It may, however, take some public outcry and media ques- Déjà vu all over again apparently thought unremarkable. For many who study racial atti- tioning to get the U.S. Bureau of Land Management to ex- By Orlis Trone to repeat it in the future. But here we are in that future, tudes, such views — from rank ra- Donald Sterling reportedly told his girlfriend Vanessa Stiviano (standing) plain why it suddenly took such a curiously, heavy-handed Been there, seen that, done that. It’s Déjà vu all embroiled in yet another contentious quandary over cial hatred to casual assumptions of not to bring African-Americans to Los Angeles Clippers games. The approach to what well may be Bundy’s alleged violation of over again. The subject matter of this lead-in is the what to do about the presence of — this time — eleven white supremacy — may lurk more irony is Stiviano, is Black and Mexican. the modified land use agreement — or lack thereof, accord- recurring issue of amnesty and citizenship for illegal million illegal immigrants. commonly than assumed. They sug- do with racism,” continues Naison. of touch with reality.” ing to him. That Bundy can now doubtlessly be labeled a immigrants — or not. Of course, we have legalized Incredibly — and regrettably — some Republicans illegals before. The question is — will we do it again? are again “reaching across the aisle” and joining with gest that the racism of today has “Donald Sterling’s comments re- “The way to stop discrimination misinformed, history-ignorant, blowhard, is a sideshow, not been papered over by how Ameri- In 1986, President Ronald Reagan abandoned his the Democrats to plead for a pardon for the eleven mind us that this conclusion may on the basis of race is to speak the main event under the Big Top in Bunkerville. cans talk about race in public, which be premature.” openly and candidly on the subject head to his heart and violated his own wise counsel of million. It is as though the amnesty that was tried and squares neither with many people’s Opinion polls consistently show of race, and to apply the Constitu- Certainly, there are several points to query the BLM on “trust but verify.” He allowed himself to be charmed failed never happened. But it did happen. Listen care- private beliefs nor with the realities white Americans think more tion with eyes open to the unfortu- regarding its sudden appearance and armed approach to the by the touchy-feely politics of “compassionate con- fully to the appeals being submitted for another act of on the ground. progress has been made against rac- nate effects of centuries of racial situation in the town located 80 miles northeast of Las Ve- servatism” that led him down the road “paved with amnesty and you will hear arguments so similar to the “We are now living in a society ism than do black Americans. That discrimination,” Justice Sotomayor gas. Was Bundy wrong and the BLM right for showing force good intentions.” There, he signed the Simpson- Reagan-Simpson-Mazzoli rationale that you will think Mazzoli Immigration Reform and Control Act into law. you have been transported back to 1986. What we have where there is a huge gap between perception gap has played out wrote in a dissenting opinion to the after all these years of precedent-setting, regular land use what people say publicly about That adjudication naturalized three million illegals into here folks, is an exercise in the insanity of “doing the throughout society, even echoing court’s 6-to-2 decision upholding a by Bundy’s grazing livestock on BLM-owned property, race, and what they say when they into the U.S. Supreme Court. Michigan ban on affirmative action. American citizens. One unintended consequence of same thing over again and expecting a different re- think they are among trusted In gutting the landmark Voting “We ought not sit back and wish which the agency now claims has been a violation? Or is Reagan’s good intentions was to put those illegal im- sult.” friends,” said Mark Naison, the Rights Act in 2012, a 5-to-4 major- away, rather than confront, the ra- Bundy, in addition to his speaking with blithering buffoon- migrants ahead of the thousands of law-abiding appli- The liberal’s favorite maneuver — playing the “race chair of African-American studies ity of justices essentially decided cial inequality that exists in our so- ery about matters of race and history, also a cheat for not cants that have been waiting in line for years to be card” — was brought to bear against anti-amnesty at Fordham University in New that attitudes toward race have im- ciety. It is this view that works paying over 20 years of fees to the BLM? admitted into America the old fashion way — legally. Republicans. From 1986 to right now, they have de- They have been shoved into “the shadow” of silence liberately mischaracterized the motive of Republicans York. “This allows us to think we proved significantly. “Our country harm, by perpetuating the facile Why did the BLM spend close to a million dollars for have placed race behind us even and forgotten. opposed to amnesty as racist, based on the pigment of has changed,” Chief Justice John notion that what makes race matter this action, an amount close to what the BLM claims Bundy though there are deep underlying Roberts Jr. wrote. is acknowledging the simple truth By 1990, four years after Reagan endorsed the would-be beneficiaries being “persons of color.” tensions.” But last week, Justice Sonia that race does matter.” Donald Sterling’s wife, Shelley, slams him for crude racist remarks. owes in back fees? Who really wants to use this land and Simpson-Mazzoli, amnesty was the only element of The meaning of that allegation is that anti-amnesty “It also allows us to deny that Sotomayor mounted a full-scale Some sociologists agree that the why? Even if Bundy is both a bigot and a scofflaw, were all the “bipartisan” package deal made to work — at least Americans can have no reason but racism for their op- racial disparities in income, wealth, intellectual assault on her col- progress of recent decades has been those big agents with big guns-a-blazin’ and those contracted for the illegals and the Democrats. All other compo- position thereto. President Reagan believed that he life expectancy, education, and rates leagues’ thinking that race no longer largely superficial. cattle-wrangling, high-priced henchmen really necessary? nents on the quid pro quo to-do list, such as improving would win the hearts and minds and votes of Hispanic- of incarceration, have anything to matters as it once did, calling it “out “I think the progress we’ve made border security, conducting background checks, imple- Americans for his endorsement of Simpson-Mazzoli. This newspaper still wants complete answers, and the Tri- menting e-verify, etc., were discarded, disregarded or To the contrary, however, the windfall of votes he ex- is really in rhetoric only,” said bune will continue to cover the story, because it is bigger Black Hawks Charles Gallagher, chair of the so- not financed by Congress. Furthermore, by granting pected to collect for the GOP went into the ballot box ciology department at La Salle Uni- than any one Archie Bunker-type cowboy. amnesty to the millions already here illegally, Simpson- for the Democrats. With the exhibition of that failure (Continued from Page 5) versity in Philadelphia. “You can First, let’s quickly dispense with Bundy’s comments. Mazzoli served as encouragement for millions more laid out in plain view before them, today’s Republican been strained. Last year President Peña Nieto mandated all contact with talk about abstract legal theory all Here’s why so quickly: Racists are not a new presence in to steal into America on the expectation that they, too, leadership should be disabused of the hallucination that U.S. law enforcement go through the Ministry of the Interior, effectively you want, but Americans live in a will be forgiven their trespass. they can persuade Hispanic-Americans to vote Repub- ending U.S. officials’ access to the country’s security agencies. U.S. offi- America, nor is it rare to hear narrow-minded remarks by real world — and we live in segre- Those supporting amnesty back in 1986, convinced lican by persuading Republicans to vote for amnesty. cials have denied these reports, pointing to the cooperation between the small-minded people of one race about a population of gated neighborhoods, in neighbor- a trusting and sympathetic America that its applica- It should be a foregone conclusion that doing the same U.S. and Mexican agencies involved in Guzmán’s arrest as evidence of a people of another race. Racial bigotry, sadly, is not going to hoods where some schools are very tion would be a onetime exception to the rule of law. thing over again will produce the same result. Expect- strengthening relationship. high performing and some are not, disappear in 2014 simply by shining a spotlight on one un- They claimed that amnesty would solve so many of ing a different outcome this time around is symptom- “This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and national enlightened perpetrator. our immigration problems that there would be no need atic of insanity. security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a stra- We at the Tribune don’t condone Bundy’s misguided tegic partner. Mexico has been a strong partner in combating organized crime and drug trafficking organizations,” the Defense Security Coop- views on African-Americans, and we think his words should ON A PERSONAL NOTE eration Agency said this month. have stayed inside his mouth rather come than out. (But on The helicopter deal leverages U.S. expertise to increase engagement the upside, at least now we know what he really thinks, and between the two militaries, proponents say, and there have been reports now he knows that countless people don’t agree with that Tarnishing one’s own reputation: that the U.S. is discussing other military sales to Mexico, such as un- antiquated, racially superior mentality.) manned aerial vehicles, or drones. Much of the nationwide outcry has been from men and The right to express how we feel Obama women who have the same skin color as Bundy — espe- By Maramis sonal friends of the “other” color, are (Continued from Page 1) December. That was about the time cially the extreme right-wing, conservative pundits who It is so easy to jump down the not about to change thanks to any dealing with the situation involving the rocky rollout of the Affordable turned tail and ran from Bundy’s defense like tiny rats jump- throat of those who make statements articles in the news or any criticisms, Russia and Ukraine. Care Act was getting a lot of cover- ing off a sinking ship. Embarrassed much, anyone? that wouldn’t even have gone over even from the President of the United Again, not a good omen for age. Presidential approval has ac- Reform Bundy? Probably not. Encourage him to keep too well 30 years ago. Most people States! — no matter their particular view- Feelings do not change because Democrats, particularly incumbent tually bounced back a bit since then, his insensitive thoughts to himself? Not likely either. What Democratic senators running in according to these figures. points, perhaps based on their unen- of logic or pressure... or even the pas- states won by Mitt Romney. Look, as we noted above, may happen (one can only hope) is that the media attention lightened upbringing or their per- sage of time — unless new input can But these numbers do not show Obama’s numbers spell trouble for prompts even a tiny bit of self-examination by some of those sonal negative experiences — make somehow remove the reason(s) for that Obama’s ratings are sliding, in Democrats. It’s just that it does not who feel similarly self-righteous as Bundy, make generali- it a point to generally not go “too” the ongoing feelings that got in there our judgment. They do not reflect yet look like there is a trend under- zations about racial groups, hold on to senseless stereotypes, public with their rather antisocial or in the first place. Knowing that, we that his overall numbers have hit a way in his polling, one way or an- or have a high-and-mighty way of thinking about Blacks, even noticeably racist comments (es- know that many harboring such ill- pecially politicians, entertainers, or conceived thoughts and feelings will new low, as some headlines suggest. other. Hispanics, or any other people of color. It’s much more likely that the drop other “big name” individuals, who MARAMIS CHOUFANI eventually be found out and will pos- here represents a random variation While each person reserves the personal freedom to think more or less know there will be a public price to pay), sibly suffer criticism, ostracism or worse for their view- around a generally low approval and believe whatever he or she wants to about other people, usually only sharing them with their own circle of point, except within their own circle of like-thinkers. figure. there comes a time — and now is always a good time — to friends, or on the down low — at least when they are The very fact that we (any of us) can still feel hurt, First, look at the Post/ABC trend rethink old ways of thinking; to examine one’s own core conscious of what they are saying. Yet words slip out outraged, amazed or any other such feeling when hear- line. In March, the poll had beliefs; to purge unfounded biases about others; to think all the time — whether over a mic that the speaker ing comments that border on ignorance, prejudice or thought was off, or over the social network, when it hate when it comes to public (or “made public”) com- Obama’s approval rating at 46 per- again before making mean-spirited comments, and to speak cent — which is a bit high, com- was supposed to be “private,” or through some other ments shows us that we (probably most of us) know pared with other surveys. Thus the out against unfair political policies that affect any group of means — such as someone overhearing something and better. We know better than to say such things in a pub- new 41 percent approval might be people. passing it on or wanting to start the gossip ball rolling lic arena, or to the public in general — BUT — do we something of a reversion to the sta- Now is always a good time to see the societal and inter- for whatever reason (revenge?), knowing it will hurt know better than to feel that way? One’s true feelings tistical mean. personal harm done when fear-based biases, illegal discrimi- the one who let such words out of his mouth. will eventually, some day, reach our lips and slip out Second, it’s just one poll. You get nation, cruelty, and institutionalized racism is allowed to Yet just a minute! Isn’t such unpopular and even — if the feeling is in there, it can escape! Better to hateful speech protected under our Constitution? And consider why we might have those feelings — which a more accurate picture by averag- hinder any individual or group because of race, gender, cul- ing together a bunch of polls. Look aren’t we all endowed with free will (as long as we’re are based on our thoughts and our beliefs, whether at the RealClearPolitics average of ture, socioeconomic status and so forth. Bundy and others old enough to not be under the jurisdiction of our par- outdated, outmoded, or downright outrageous — than major surveys: Obama’s approval who hold fast to flawed thinking may never reach that point; ents or guardians, and have not done something to put to have to monitor every word that comes out of our rating is currently 43.3 percent, but then again, it could happen when the cows come home. ourselves under the jurisdiction of the penal system in mouth every day. which is about where it has been Either way, the actions of the U.S. government should some way)? And quite frankly, which is really the big- For me personally, I would find it difficult to be since last November. The line graph be scrutinized, and questions should be posed to our state’s ger “crime”? Expressing one’s true feelings, whatever active friends with someone who has a narrow or big- they may be, or exposing someone else’s true feelings oted mind. We would not have a good basis for our of this is a squiggly but generally elected officials about why this small rancher had hundreds straight line. It doesn’t show a de- so they can be held up to ridicule and cause that per- friendship. Yet if that person were a surgeon, and the clining slope. of his cattle impounded and was threatened by a band of son much misery and/or harm? The answer is not that best in his field, and I needed an operation that he could According to RCP, Obama did armed agents. We want those answers from the BLM, be- easy, is it? The question seems simple enough — un- perform best of all, I wouldn’t hesitate to accept his have a big drop in his approval rat- cause we already know what makes a bigot say harsh, in- til we hear the things that some people say! services. However, if he needed me as a character wit- ing late last year, hitting a low of sulting and shameful things. That’s a no-brainer. People who today still desire a separation between ness, that would be a different story. 39.8 percent at the beginning of Blacks and Whites and do not have any real and per- (See Maramis, Page 10) Page 8 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / April 30-May 6, 2014

VEditors note:IEW The views expressed are entirely those of the writersP and do not necessarilyOINTS reflect the opinions of the Las Vegas Tribune. Nevada Republicans Take Time to Fix Government By Lee H. Hamilton characterize federal pro- Right Step on Gay Marriage In 1965, the chairman grams — it’s hard to argue By Chuck Muth changed dramatically of the powerful Ways and that the government is Bravo to delegates of over the last 10 years, es- Means Committee, Wilbur filled with people who the 2014 Nevada Republi- pecially as more and Mills, brought legislation know how to make it a can Party convention for more younger citizens establishing Medicare and model of efficiency and ef- having both the courage have entered the voting Medicaid to the floor of the fectiveness. and foresight to remove population. U.S. House. That was my Some are too busy just the gay marriage issue Legal gay marriages first year in Congress, and trying to carry out policy. from the party’s official are also inevitable be- I remember vividly the Others think government’s platform. I suspect Ronald cause of the equal protec- moment when Mills came too big; they’re not inter- Reagan would have ap- tion clause in our Consti- to the Democratic caucus ested in improving it, just proved. tution and because of the to explain his plans. in cutting it. Some use gov- LEE HAMILTON In a 2013 New York precedent established by Many of us had been ernment to help their Times profile, the the United States Su- swept into office in the 1964 Democratic friends and allies. And some in Congress president’s daughter, Patti CHUCK MUTH preme Court in the 1967 wave that accompanied Lyndon Johnson’s will be darned if they’ll let a drive for effi- Davis, reminded everyone of her father’s Loving v. Virginia landmark decision in election, and we had an overwhelming ma- ciency close a military base or federal of- opposition to a California ballot measure which the court declared, in striking down jority in Congress. We could pass any bill fice complex in their district. that would have banned gay teachers from that state’s ban on interracial marriages, that we wanted. But Mills argued forcefully that I’m reminded, though, of a famous working in public schools, and recalled a marriage was a fundamental right. we shouldn’t. It was crucial, he said, that quote by Alexander Hamilton: “A govern- very telling incident from her youth... One of my favorite Reagan quotes is we get bipartisan support for the measure: ment ill-executed, whatever may be the “Once when she and her father were this: “Government’s first duty is to protect passing the law was one thing, but what re- theory, in practice is poor government.” watching a Rock Hudson movie, Ms. Davis the people, not run their lives.” ally counted was its implementation. With Our government has become so big, com- said, she remarked that the actor ‘looked It is not the government’s proper role to bipartisan support, the odds were much plex, and riddled with competing agendas weird’ kissing his female co-star. She said determine who can marry who. If anything, higher that the highly controversial measure that its performance — its ability to execute her father explained that Mr. Hudson this controversy shows the danger of an could be rolled out effectively. faithfully the law — is terribly compro- ‘would rather be kissing a man,’ and con- ever-expanding “nanny state” government. So despite the grumbling of some mem- mised. As NYU Professor Paul Light points veyed, without using the words homosexual In fact, the real problem here isn’t letting bers of the caucus, Mills made significant out, there are too many decision-makers, or gay, the idea that ‘some men are born gays into the institution of marriage, but accommodations to find common ground too many bases to touch, too many layers wanting to love another man.’” the decision made many, many years ago with Republicans, and eventually 70 of of management, too many managers in each This was a simple acknowledgement of to let the government into the institution of them — half their caucus — joined us to layer, and too little accountability. reality, just as Nevada Republicans at this marriage. pass the bill. These are crucial matters to fix. Not only year’s convention acknowledged the politi- Again quoting Reagan, “Government is Mills was playing a very smart game. do Americans want to see better perfor- cal reality that, like it or not, for better or not a solution to our problem, government What he understood was that in the end, mance from their government, but federal worse, legal gay marriages in this country is the problem.” Americans’ lives would be affected not by executives — including the President — are inevitable. This is not to say, of course, that all Re- what happened in Congress, but by what cannot achieve their policy objectives un- The fact is the general public’s views on publicans are now supporters of gay mar- the federal government did with the law it less those under them are competent and was handed. high-performing. We have to rethink and and acceptance of gay marriage have (See Muth, Page 9) There are times these days when a story transform how government does its busi- like that, about someone in Washington car- ness — not just on a one-shot basis, but ing about the government’s effectiveness, constantly. Ten Things Every Leader feels as quaint as a tale about knights and Light has probably thought harder about dragons. Plenty of good, competent people these issues than anyone else inside or out- serve both in Congress and within the ranks side government, and there are a number Should Always Teach of the executive branch, but after years of of recommendations he and others make: By Doug Dickerson lenges and many frustra- abject failure — from the response to Hur- — We have to cut the number of politi- Tell me and I forget. tions. People get on your ricane Katrina to the initial rollout of the cal appointees. In the federal government Teach me and I remember. nerves and rub you the Affordable Care Act to the cost overruns, alone, they number roughly 3,000, and of- Involve me and I learn. — wrong way. You have delays, and mismanagement that too often (See Hamiton, Page 11) Benjamin Franklin pressures, deadlines, and At school one day a disappointments. Teach little boy was asked what your team how to let he was thankful for. The things go and not get so BEHIND THE MIKE boy replied, “My glasses.” stressed out over every “That’s good,” said the little obstacle that comes teacher, “they help you see your way. Not everything Babies on a Plane better.” you set out to do is always By Michael A. Aun A Northwest airline “No,” responded the going to go according to If there’s a middle seat pilot hammered his ship child, “I’m thankful for my plan. But that’s okay. Let next to you on an airplane, into the runway really glasses because they keep DOUG DICKERSON it go. there is only one thing hard. Finally, everyone the other boys from hitting and fighting with How to confront worse than a fat, sweaty had gotten off except for me and the girls from kissing me.” This is one of the least favorite things a guy coming down the this little old lady walk- While perhaps not the reason the teacher leader has to do. We’d much rather be giv- aisle... that’s a mother with ing with a cane. She said, had expected to hear, the little boy made ing out praise. But there are those times as a screaming infant! “Sonny, did we land or his point. As leaders we’ve all benefited a leader when you must confront others for Seasoned travelers live were we shot down?” from good teachers that have shaped our whatever reason. How you confront needs in fear that either of these Another flight lives. As a leader you are now in that role to be a teachable moment that shows how events will happen to them attendant’s comment on a and the life lessons you share are just as to be firm, how to be fair, and that you have on a coast to coast non-stop less than perfect landing: important. accountability measures in place that you flight from Orlando to LA. “We ask you to please John Maxwell said, “A leader is one who are not afraid to enforce. How you do it is Lots of things happen on an remain seated as Captain knows the way, goes the way, and shows just as important as why you do it. airplane, some of which are MICHAEL A. AUN Kangaroo bounces us to the way.” This is one of your functions as a How to say thank you as scary as that wacky movie “Snakes on a the terminal.” leader. While it may not be in a formal class- This one simple act can make a world Plane.” On a return home to Orlando recently, I room setting it is teaching nonetheless and of difference. Why it’s hard at times for The funniest have to do with the inter- heard “Welcome aboard this flight to Or- the lessons are important. Here are ten les- leaders to do I am not sure. But if you want action between the crew and the flight at- lando. To operate your seatbelt, insert the sons every leader should always be teach- to see the atmosphere in your office or or- tendants. And don’t you love the lame ex- metal tab into the buckle, and pull tight. It ing. It’s not an exhaustive list but these are ganization improve then take the time to planations the Captain gives over the inter- works just like every other seatbelt. If you essential. thank those around you for all of their hard com: “We have a safety problem with the don’t know how to operate one, you prob- How to give praise work. And while you are at it — make it door at the front. Don’t worry; it’s just a ably shouldn’t be out in public unsuper- Just as students tend to respond better personal. Hand-written notes are especially safety problem.” Duh? vised. In the event of a sudden loss of cabin to praise the same holds true with your team nice. On a flight to Chicago, I once heard the pressure, oxygen masks will descend from members. When the people in your busi- How to forgive attendant say: “If you are seated next to a the ceiling. Stop screaming, grab the mask, ness or organization receive praise and en- Hang around in leadership long enough child or someone acting like one, please and pull it over your face. If you have a couragement from you they come away and you will understand the power of for- assist them in putting on the breathing ap- small child traveling with you, secure your with the sense that you have their backs. giveness. You will learn about the neces- paratus.” mask before assisting with theirs. If you are Give them praise and give it generously. sity of giving it and receiving it. The point “Hello everyone, we have a first time traveling with two small children, decide How to listen is simply this — life is too short to hold flyer on board today — and it is also his (right now) which one you love more.” This is one of the most important skills grudges and hold on to resentments. For- 50th birthday!” After everybody cheers, the “Weather in Toronto today is 50 degrees that you will develop as a leader. Many give others and move on. flight attendant continues with an the an- with some broken clouds, but they’ll try to leaders like to talk but you will be a more How to set priorities nouncement: “Will everyone please wish have them fixed before we arrive. Thank effective leader when you learn to listen and Jim Rohn said, “Either you run the day the Captain a Happy Birthday!?” you, and remember, nobody loves you or hear what others have to say. From what or the day runs you.” People in your orga- On Delta to Atlanta, I heard this one: your money more than American Airlines.” you learn you can make better and more nization need to see that you have a set of “Please use caution when opening the over- “As you exit the plane, please make sure informed decisions. priorities that you live by — family, faith, head compartments as shift happens!” to gather all of your belongings. Anything How to say no work etc. You teach priorities by your rou- Another zinger from Southwest: “There left behind will be distributed evenly among While listening may be one of the most tines and time management. What’s impor- may be 50 ways to leave your lover, but the flight attendants. Please do not leave important things to teach saying no will be tant to you is given priority. It’s that simple. there are only four ways out of this air- children or spouses. And by the way, the one of the hardest. Many good ideas from How to delegate plane.” last one off the plane has to clean it.” well-meaning people will come across your Delegation is the key to your success Pilot: “Folks, we have reached our cruis- From the pilot during his welcome mes- desk. Be it the timing, the budget, or some and that involves everyone in the process. ing altitude now, so I am going to switch sage: “We are pleased to have some of the other factor, sometimes the answer is no. Delegation is not just divvying up work for off the seat belt sign. Feel free to move best flight attendants in the industry. Un- How you say no is important. Take the time the sake of having something to do. It’s about as you wish, but please stay inside fortunately none of them are on this flight.” to explain why. about matching the right people with the the cabin until we land. It’s a bit cold out- Part of a flight attendant’s arrival an- How to work hard right skills to maximize productivity and side, and if you walk on the wings it affects nouncement: “We’d like to thank you folks Your team members will learn more results. You were not meant to do it all by the flight pattern.” for flying with us today. And, the next time from your example than by your words. If yourself. Delegate your way to success. Delta Business Express signed off with you get the insane urge to go blasting you want them to work hard then they need What do you say? this thank you. “We hope you enjoyed giv- through the skies in a pressurized metal to see you work hard. Leadership by ex- * * * * * ing us the business as much as we enjoyed tube, we hope you’ll think of us here at US ample is not just a clichÈ it is real and prac- Doug Dickerson is a syndicated colum- taking you for a ride.” Airways.” tical. When they see that you have skin and nist. He writes a weekly column for this As the plane landed and was coming to Michael Aun is a syndicated columnist sweat in the game they will join you. newspaper. To contact Doug Dickerson, a screeching stop at Washington National, and writes a weekly column for this news- How to let things go email him at ddickerson@ a lone voice came over the loudspeaker: paper. To contact Michael Aun, email him As a leader you will face many chal- lasvegastribune.com. “Whoa, big fella. Whoa!” at [email protected]. Page 8 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / April 30-May 6, 2014 April 30-May 6, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 9

VEditors note:IEW The views expressed are entirely those of the writersP and do not necessarilyOINTS reflect the opinions of the Las Vegas Tribune. COMMENTARIESEditors note: The views expressed are entirely those of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Las Vegas Tribune. Nevada Republicans Take Time to Fix Government LVMPD Target Isolation and Elimination By Lee H. Hamilton characterize federal pro- By Norman Jahn He responded with a ‘rant’ about vertently wrote to Captain Hank and then he had him follow me into Right Step on Gay Marriage In 1965, the chairman grams — it’s hard to argue Lt. Hans Walters and I had an how things had gone very bad for (the topic of last week’s column). I the locker room after a two hour By Chuck Muth changed dramatically of the powerful Ways and that the government is excellent working relationship. We him; “Safe Strip blew up on Hank had reached out to Hans about that meeting on 7/5/11 and write up a Bravo to delegates of over the last 10 years, es- Means Committee, Wilbur filled with people who also had personalities that allowed after 100 (Sheriff Gillespie) walked complaint against me. On 12/17/10, statement of complaint which in- the 2014 Nevada Republi- pecially as more and Mills, brought legislation know how to make it a us to consider each other to be the Strip and only saw 2 uniforms. he responded, “I took the email as cluded this sentence, “Sgt. Jahn can Party convention for more younger citizens establishing Medicare and model of efficiency and ef- friends — at work. We never spent Perfectly bad timing as we had 6 in directed to me and only as venting denied ever leaving his area to con- having both the courage have entered the voting Medicaid to the floor of the fectiveness. any time together outside of work. mandatory EEO class at CCAC, your frustration about being asked duct follow-up investigation.” That and foresight to remove population. U.S. House. That was my Some are too busy just He was great to work with. He for- and one squad started at 200 and to turn over your keys and camera was absolutely true; they put it in the gay marriage issue Legal gay marriages first year in Congress, and trying to carry out policy. mally recognized my work dozens the second at 200. 100 was out there while still being assigned to the sta- their own ‘charge’ against me — from the party’s official are also inevitable be- I remember vividly the Others think government’s and dozens of time and put his ap- before the second squad was out, tion. I know that when you used but they fired me anyway. platform. I suspect Ronald cause of the equal protec- moment when Mills came too big; they’re not inter- preciation in writing in the form of and swings was doing a DPA at capital letters and color they were We were able to work together a Reagan would have ap- tion clause in our Consti- to the Democratic caucus ested in improving it, just Contact Reports and also on my Trop and LVB, not in the hot spot only meant to enhance the mean- second time in early 2011. This hap- proved. tution and because of the to explain his plans. in cutting it. Some use gov- performance evaluation — until his north of Flamingo. Sooooooo the ing of your message, and I did not pened because Captain Hank was LEE HAMILTON In a 2013 New York precedent established by Many of us had been ernment to help their supervisors started telling him what spotlight came on at CCAC and take it as yelling.” He said this dur- transferring out and a new captain Times profile, the the United States Su- swept into office in the 1964 Democratic friends and allies. And some in Congress he had to write. He constantly NORMAN JAHN Dennis and I had DC Schofield for ing his testimony in front of an ar- (Todd Fasulo) was taking over. This president’s daughter, Patti CHUCK MUTH preme Court in the 1967 wave that accompanied Lyndon Johnson’s will be darned if they’ll let a drive for effi- thanked me for communicating My direct supervisor was en- a night, and Hank the next night. bitrator and explained how Captain is like having a ‘coaching change’ Davis, reminded everyone of her father’s Loving v. Virginia landmark decision in election, and we had an overwhelming ma- ciency close a military base or federal of- ideas to him and for the work that couraging me to go to the Employ- Hank gave me an ugly contact and Hank had treated us. I also got to and having the new boss put to- opposition to a California ballot measure which the court declared, in striking down jority in Congress. We could pass any bill fice complex in their district. my squad and I were doing. We ment Diversity Office! he made a really bad decision to listen to Captain Hank testify about gether his assistant coaches. If only that would have banned gay teachers from that state’s ban on interracial marriages, that we wanted. But Mills argued forcefully that I’m reminded, though, of a famous very rarely had anyone get into any On 03/24/10, Walters again mention my performance as related that ‘rabid dog’ email... I was dis- some of these Metro supervisors working in public schools, and recalled a marriage was a fundamental right. we shouldn’t. It was crucial, he said, that quote by Alexander Hamilton: “A govern- trouble and he repeatedly wrote to wrote: Norm, If Siefert hasn’t re- to my LD time due to my WC in- gusted... but I’ve heard he has been would view it like putting together very telling incident from her youth... One of my favorite Reagan quotes is we get bipartisan support for the measure: ment ill-executed, whatever may be the me, “Norm–-you know I support turned your calls or e-mail, I sug- jury. This is a built in lawsuit. I am even worse in other hearings. a team of assistant coaches rather “Once when she and her father were this: “Government’s first duty is to protect passing the law was one thing, but what re- theory, in practice is poor government.” you.” Does that sound a little un- gest you create your own complaint waiting to see if this gets worse. I Captain Hank had the power to than a chance to be a malicious dic- watching a Rock Hudson movie, Ms. Davis the people, not run their lives.” ally counted was its implementation. With Our government has become so big, com- usual? He supported me (and let me as you know better than anyone got back to full duty, while I was put me down. He also had the power tator and settle old scores. Walters said, she remarked that the actor ‘looked It is not the government’s proper role to bipartisan support, the odds were much plex, and riddled with competing agendas know about it) because of the how to address your complaint. I off 100 walked the Strip, and when to extend the probationary period decided to stay at CCAC after he weird’ kissing his female co-star. She said determine who can marry who. If anything, higher that the highly controversial measure that its performance — its ability to execute battles that I was fighting (and he suggest you write it up in a letter I returned I put in my transfer and for Lt. Hans Walters and he did just evaluated some other options. I had her father explained that Mr. Hudson this controversy shows the danger of an could be rolled out effectively. faithfully the law — is terribly compro- would later have to fight) inside the and give it to the Diversity side, To was deemed as running from the that. This is an extremely rare oc- a chance to return to CCAC after ‘would rather be kissing a man,’ and con- ever-expanding “nanny state” government. So despite the grumbling of some mem- mised. As NYU Professor Paul Light points LVMPD and the Convention Cen- Director Walter (Curt) Norris, and heat.” currence (it became ‘newsworthy’ being gone for 7 months (and after veyed, without using the words homosexual In fact, the real problem here isn’t letting bers of the caucus, Mills made significant out, there are too many decision-makers, ter Area Command (CCAC)! they can then call you in and cre- I replied apologetically, “Lt. I’m recently when people criticized being cleared of the complaint or gay, the idea that ‘some men are born gays into the institution of marriage, but accommodations to find common ground too many bases to touch, too many layers Hans Walters tried to support the ate a complaint, or they will pass it sure a lot of his ‘retaliation’ can be Larry Burns for not extending the Hank filed against me in July of wanting to love another man.’” the decision made many, many years ago with Republicans, and eventually 70 of of management, too many managers in each people that worked for him. Unfor- off to the OIA side. If you don’t get tied to me through you... the Con- probation of Lt. Dave Dockendorf 2010). I had a passion for working This was a simple acknowledgement of to let the government into the institution of them — half their caucus — joined us to layer, and too little accountability. tunately, there were always people satisfaction, then you have fulfilled tact Reports that you wrote before related to the Stanley Gibson shoot- the Strip and my squads were very reality, just as Nevada Republicans at this marriage. pass the bill. These are crucial matters to fix. Not only meddling — not supervising — and your internal obligation of trying to he placed me under investigation, ing. It certainly caused Hans a lot effective and everybody knew it. I year’s convention acknowledged the politi- Again quoting Reagan, “Government is Mills was playing a very smart game. do Americans want to see better perfor- this was almost exclusively because address your complaint, and then the positive performance evalua- of stress and embarrassment. It was returned to CCAC at the first ever cal reality that, like it or not, for better or not a solution to our problem, government What he understood was that in the end, mance from their government, but federal of Lt. Karen Hughes and her Vice you can go outside the department tion, and all the other support you no coincidence that Metro took department-wide ‘bump’ and I was worse, legal gay marriages in this country is the problem.” Americans’ lives would be affected not by executives — including the President — unit. and file it with the state EEO have given to me as my direct su- Hans ‘off probation’ just two days excited to be able to start working are inevitable. This is not to say, of course, that all Re- what happened in Congress, but by what cannot achieve their policy objectives un- I filed complaints about the agency. Those are your rights. Of- pervisor.” He wrote back, “I agree.” before Metro created the story that for Hans again. Unfortunately, it The fact is the general public’s views on publicans are now supporters of gay mar- the federal government did with the law it less those under them are competent and problems they were causing for us ficer Bisch went through this and I knew that he had also complained I had been untruthful in a meeting was already too late for Officer was handed. high-performing. We have to rethink and and acceptance of gay marriage have (See Muth, Page 9) and much of this started before she would be your best “go to” per- about how he was being treated to with Fasulo and Walters on 7/5/11! Dakota Almazan. Almazan had There are times these days when a story transform how government does its busi- Hans was promoted to lieutenant son for that advice that I know of Employment Diversity to no avail. Captain Fasulo knew that I had been reported by Sgt. John Hayes like that, about someone in Washington car- ness — not just on a one-shot basis, but and became my supervisor. In re- that is not connected to OIA or At that time, I was trying to fight crossed the street on 6/30/11... he (the Vice sergeant) for ‘blowing the ing about the government’s effectiveness, constantly. sponse to one of our discussions OED. Hans the suspension for the email I inad- let Walters off probation on 7/3/11, (See Jahn, Page 11) Ten Things Every Leader feels as quaint as a tale about knights and Light has probably thought harder about about discriminatory treatment in On 09/21/10, I wrote to Walters dragons. Plenty of good, competent people these issues than anyone else inside or out- January of 2010 — let’s just call it and asked, “How you doing?” I had Should Always Teach serve both in Congress and within the ranks side government, and there are a number HARASSMENT — he wrote: been working at another police sta- Land of the Free but no Free Land of the executive branch, but after years of of recommendations he and others make: Norm, You are correct. I know any tion for almost three months but we By Doug Dickerson lenges and many frustra- abject failure — from the response to Hur- — We have to cut the number of politi- actions you take will probably be stayed in contact. I also asked him Tell me and I forget. tions. People get on your ricane Katrina to the initial rollout of the cal appointees. In the federal government met with hostility, but the way I see if he knew the status on the investi- say “Brave” conservationists Teach me and I remember. nerves and rub you the Affordable Care Act to the cost overruns, alone, they number roughly 3,000, and of- it, it’s time to go to the union and/ gation of a shooting that happened Involve me and I learn. — wrong way. You have By Shawn J. Jimenez people for their attitudes and actions delays, and mismanagement that too often (See Hamiton, Page 11) or the Diversity office. I have emails between Margaritaville and Caesars Benjamin Franklin pressures, deadlines, and I first heard of Cliven Bundy and in dealing with the land they live from Lt. Hughes directly to you to Palace. A soccer coach from Ari- At school one day a disappointments. Teach his family ranch when people were on. send any information directly to her zona had been shot in the leg and little boy was asked what your team how to let saying he stopped paying his graz- This nation has struggled with and Sgt. Hoier. Have you received my squad had identified suspects he was thankful for. The things go and not get so ing fees because of new federal the rights of farmers and ranchers BEHIND THE MIKE any communications that this has but no arrests had been made for boy replied, “My glasses.” stressed out over every regulations to protect the desert tor- versus the perceived needs of this changed or ended? If that answer many months. This was just another “That’s good,” said the little obstacle that comes toise. The emphasis was on the con- planet from its inception. There is no, this patrol briefing notice very violent incident on the Strip teacher, “they help you see your way. Not everything Babies on a Plane cern for the tortoise, not the lack of were also nearly two hundred clearly shows disparate treatment that we felt was not being properly better.” you set out to do is always By Michael A. Aun A Northwest airline income for the federal government. armed conflicts between cattle against you. Hans handled by investigators. “No,” responded the going to go according to If there’s a middle seat pilot hammered his ship How noble. I then hear that in spite ranchers and sheep farmers. The child, “I’m thankful for my plan. But that’s okay. Let next to you on an airplane, into the runway really of Bundy’s refusal to comply with 1934 Taylor Grazing Act was sup- glasses because they keep DOUG DICKERSON it go. there is only one thing hard. Finally, everyone regulations to protect the tortoise, posed to settle the debate. The Bu- the other boys from hitting and fighting with How to confront worse than a fat, sweaty had gotten off except for LLETTERETTER TTOO TTHEHE EEDITORDITOR the tortoise is still living happily reau of Land Management was cre- me and the girls from kissing me.” This is one of the least favorite things a guy coming down the this little old lady walk- with Bundy’s cattle. The news then SHAWN J. JIMENEZ ated in 1946 but the laws were still While perhaps not the reason the teacher leader has to do. We’d much rather be giv- aisle... that’s a mother with ing with a cane. She said, starts to focus on the “nearly a mil- States, given their reliance on ex- vague. had expected to hear, the little boy made ing out praise. But there are those times as a screaming infant! “Sonny, did we land or lion dollars” in grazing fees Bundy tractive industries such as mining, Still today in western states his point. As leaders we’ve all benefited a leader when you must confront others for Seasoned travelers live were we shot down?” Welfare of the West supposedly owes the Bureau of logging, grazing and commercial, where there are “open range” laws, from good teachers that have shaped our whatever reason. How you confront needs in fear that either of these Another flight With the recent events at the Bundy Ranch by the Bureau of Land Land Management. Then someone petrochemical based-farming; and people wanting to keep animals off lives. As a leader you are now in that role to be a teachable moment that shows how events will happen to them attendant’s comment on a Management, I decided to do a little checking into the “land manage- mentions the “more than a million they provided political action in their property must erect a legal and the life lessons you share are just as to be firm, how to be fair, and that you have on a coast to coast non-stop less than perfect landing: ment” portion of the bureau. dollars” the federal government support of these industries. Given fence to keep animals out, as op- important. accountability measures in place that you flight from Orlando to LA. “We ask you to please According to their own estimates, 93 percent of the land in Clark County paid Utah cowboys to round up this history, it is not surprising that posed to the “herd district” where John Maxwell said, “A leader is one who are not afraid to enforce. How you do it is Lots of things happen on an remain seated as Captain is “federal” land. It amounts to 4,826,655 acres. Instead of paying a prop- Bundy’s cattle. Now we’re back to there has been a reluctance on the an animal’s owner must fence it in knows the way, goes the way, and shows just as important as why you do it. airplane, some of which are MICHAEL A. AUN Kangaroo bounces us to erty tax to local government, the feds pay what is called a PILT (Payment conservation. part of conservationists to envision or otherwise keep it on the person’s the way.” This is one of your functions as a How to say thank you as scary as that wacky movie “Snakes on a the terminal.” In Lieu of Taxes) on their vast land holdings. This payment is supposed to Ken Cole, the self-proclaimed how rural peoples and rural liveli- own property. Most eastern states leader. While it may not be in a formal class- This one simple act can make a world Plane.” On a return home to Orlando recently, I offset the loss of property taxes the lands would normally generate for “National Policy Act Coordinator hoods could have played any sig- and jurisdictions in Canada require room setting it is teaching nonetheless and of difference. Why it’s hard at times for The funniest have to do with the inter- heard “Welcome aboard this flight to Or- local government operations and infrastructure, if it was held by a private for the Western Watersheds Project” nificant role in the formation of owners to fence in or herd their live- the lessons are important. Here are ten les- leaders to do I am not sure. But if you want action between the crew and the flight at- lando. To operate your seatbelt, insert the citizen or business. (the “Western Watersheds Project” wild lands or in any potential role stock. In other words, by law it is sons every leader should always be teach- to see the atmosphere in your office or or- tendants. And don’t you love the lame ex- metal tab into the buckle, and pull tight. It The PILT payment for Clark County in 2013 was $3,118,324.00, which being an organization you can find they could play in the restoration up to the federal government to ing. It’s not an exhaustive list but these are ganization improve then take the time to planations the Captain gives over the inter- works just like every other seatbelt. If you amounts to less than 1 percent of the property tax revenue needed by on the Internet if you really look and protection of large wild lands build a fence around the federal essential. thank those around you for all of their hard com: “We have a safety problem with the don’t know how to operate one, you prob- Clark County in its 2012-2013 budget. As the largest landowner, the BLM/ carefully and thoroughly) has de- in the future. In the United States, land if they want to keep his cattle How to give praise work. And while you are at it — make it door at the front. Don’t worry; it’s just a ably shouldn’t be out in public unsuper- Feds should also be the biggest payer of funds to support our local gov- clared, “Bundy is a freeloading, policy emphasizes ecosystems and off. Just as students tend to respond better personal. Hand-written notes are especially safety problem.” Duh? vised. In the event of a sudden loss of cabin ernments, but they don’t. welfare rancher who has an inflated ecosystem management. But while Sheep and cattle farmers in the to praise the same holds true with your team nice. On a flight to Chicago, I once heard the pressure, oxygen masks will descend from However, what they do, as “manager” of our lands, is they lease out sense of entitlement.” Much like a I understand this logic, I think it United States have always de- members. When the people in your busi- How to forgive attendant say: “If you are seated next to a the ceiling. Stop screaming, grab the mask, many different rights to these lands. Mineral, rights of way, grazing, oil, “National Policy Coordinator for underestimates the importance of pended on the use of public land for ness or organization receive praise and en- Hang around in leadership long enough child or someone acting like one, please and pull it over your face. If you have a gas, water are only some of the revenue generators for the BLM. After the Western Watersheds Project” rural places, peoples and liveli- grazing regardless of how Cole couragement from you they come away and you will understand the power of for- assist them in putting on the breathing ap- small child traveling with you, secure your doing some calculation, just one solar project in Clark County will be perhaps? hoods in the management of large chooses to portray Bundy. with the sense that you have their backs. giveness. You will learn about the neces- paratus.” mask before assisting with theirs. If you are bringing into the BLM coffers approximately $5.5 million annually after Jill Belsky of the College of For- wild lands.” Given the choice of a “conser- Give them praise and give it generously. sity of giving it and receiving it. The point “Hello everyone, we have a first time traveling with two small children, decide the start up period has completed. Imagine how much more money is estry and Conservation wrote: In other words it’s really easy for vationist” and a rancher who lives How to listen is simply this — life is too short to hold flyer on board today — and it is also his (right now) which one you love more.” generated by this agency, yet they shortchange local governments through “There is a pattern for rural peoples suburbanite conservationists who on the land in question, I believe This is one of the most important skills grudges and hold on to resentments. For- 50th birthday!” After everybody cheers, the “Weather in Toronto today is 50 degrees the PILT. and communities to be viewed as rarely leave their air-conditioned I’d choose to leave the management that you will develop as a leader. Many give others and move on. flight attendant continues with an the an- with some broken clouds, but they’ll try to I wonder how much revenue they generate within the county. I would destroyers of nature in the United environment to demonize rural of the land up to the rancher. leaders like to talk but you will be a more How to set priorities nouncement: “Will everyone please wish have them fixed before we arrive. Thank like to know exactly how much moo-la the BLM is rustling from the effective leader when you learn to listen and Jim Rohn said, “Either you run the day the Captain a Happy Birthday!?” you, and remember, nobody loves you or Clark County cash corral, leaving the taxpayer high and dry. The people hear what others have to say. From what or the day runs you.” People in your orga- On Delta to Atlanta, I heard this one: your money more than American Airlines.” of Clark County, indeed the whole west, are being shortchanged by the you learn you can make better and more nization need to see that you have a set of “Please use caution when opening the over- “As you exit the plane, please make sure Feds. informed decisions. priorities that you live by — family, faith, head compartments as shift happens!” to gather all of your belongings. Anything YOU, as the taxpayer and owners of 7 percent of the land in Clark How to say no work etc. You teach priorities by your rou- Another zinger from Southwest: “There left behind will be distributed evenly among County, make up the difference for local government and infrastructure While listening may be one of the most tines and time management. What’s impor- may be 50 ways to leave your lover, but the flight attendants. Please do not leave costs. If the Feds can give money to foreign governments, they sure in the important things to teach saying no will be tant to you is given priority. It’s that simple. there are only four ways out of this air- children or spouses. And by the way, the heck can pay their fair share for the lands they “hold” for the “public.” one of the hardest. Many good ideas from How to delegate plane.” last one off the plane has to clean it.” Let’s put an end to the western welfare of the feds. well-meaning people will come across your Delegation is the key to your success Pilot: “Folks, we have reached our cruis- From the pilot during his welcome mes- Mervin Pitchfork Fried desk. Be it the timing, the budget, or some and that involves everyone in the process. ing altitude now, so I am going to switch sage: “We are pleased to have some of the other factor, sometimes the answer is no. Delegation is not just divvying up work for off the seat belt sign. Feel free to move best flight attendants in the industry. Un- about as you wish, but please stay inside fortunately none of them are on this flight.” Muth How you say no is important. Take the time the sake of having something to do. It’s (Continued from Page 8) the cabin until we land. It’s a bit cold out- Part of a flight attendant’s arrival an- to explain why. about matching the right people with the riage. They surely are not. What the Nevada GOP’s decision says is that side, and if you walk on the wings it affects nouncement: “We’d like to thank you folks How to work hard right skills to maximize productivity and limited-government Republicans of good conscience can be on opposite the flight pattern.” for flying with us today. And, the next time Your team members will learn more results. You were not meant to do it all by sides of this issue and still be good Republicans. Delta Business Express signed off with you get the insane urge to go blasting from your example than by your words. If yourself. Delegate your way to success. This was surely neither an easy decision, nor a popular one with social this thank you. “We hope you enjoyed giv- through the skies in a pressurized metal you want them to work hard then they need What do you say? conservatives. But it was the right decision, as history will bear out over ing us the business as much as we enjoyed tube, we hope you’ll think of us here at US to see you work hard. Leadership by ex- * * * * * time. And as the first state GOP party in the nation to make such a bold taking you for a ride.” Airways.” ample is not just a clichÈ it is real and prac- Doug Dickerson is a syndicated colum- move, Nevada Republicans can be proud for making a decision that other As the plane landed and was coming to Michael Aun is a syndicated columnist tical. When they see that you have skin and nist. He writes a weekly column for this states will now certainly follow. a screeching stop at Washington National, and writes a weekly column for this news- sweat in the game they will join you. newspaper. To contact Doug Dickerson, Chuck Muth is president of Citizen Outreach, a non-profit public policy a lone voice came over the loudspeaker: paper. To contact Michael Aun, email him How to let things go email him at ddickerson@ grassroots advocacy organization. He may be reached at “Whoa, big fella. Whoa!” at [email protected]. As a leader you will face many chal- lasvegastribune.com. [email protected]. Page 10 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / April 30-May 6, 2014 The City That’s Kissed by the Sun By Jerry Schafer the largest city by land area in the was the influence that changed the 50 world class hotels doing a vari- by producers who are ready, will- Throughout the years, countless state of Nevada. very face of Las Vegas Casino op- ety of jobs such as: dealers, cooks, ing and able to rent the four walls stories have been written about a Another interesting fact is that erations. doctors, nurses, entertainers, small of the showrooms and take their city called Las Vegas, Nevada. the largest man-made lake in the What I am writing has to do with and large business owners, butch- chances on filling the seats with The city of Las Vegas is located USA is Lake Mead, located just 24 the fact that Las Vegas is a city that ers, bakers and candlestick-makers. paying customers. in the country of Clark, a county miles from Las Vegas. Lake Mead has been blessed by being kissed by To some, Las Vegas may seem Sadly, the wonderful dinner that spans approximately 8,000 is 110 miles long. The lake offers a the sun. transient in many ways. It appears shows, live orchestras, lounge en- square miles. Within Clark Coun- multitude of recreational opportu- The fact of the matter is, millions that most of the residents are from tertainment and star performers are try there are seven Townships nities including, but not limited to, of tourists from around the world other states or other countries. On things of the past. So is an array of known as: City of Las Vegas, En- houseboat rentals, powerboat rent- visit Las Vegas each year. In a way, the surface, it seems like very few the famous Las Vegas hotels that terprise, Paradise, Spring Valley, als, fishing, restaurants, beautiful Las Vegas has become an institu- people who live here, were born made this city what it is today... to- Sunrise Manor, Whitney and the marinas and more. tion as well as the world’s leading here; however, the fact of the mat- day, hotels like the Dunes, Stardust, Township of Winchester. These things are well docu- tourist destination, and more. The ter is thousands upon thousands are Desert Inn, Sands, Hacienda, Fron- On May 15, 1905 Las Vegas was mented in a variety of articles, city has been dubbed the Marriage born in Las Vegas each year, attend tier, Castaways, Silver Slipper, officially declared a city. One hun- books, magazine etc., however Capital of the World, the City that the public and private schools here, Landmark and others are what I call dred and nine years later, in the year most of the stories written about Las Never Sleeps, the Divorce Capital, get their college educations here Ghosts of the Desert. 2014, Las Vegas Nevada houses Vegas seem to feature the days of the gaming Capital, the number one and go on to live their lives raising As far as I’m concerned, the nineteen of the twenty-five largest the “Mob” and the underworld convention destination in the world, their families here. people who live and work in Las hotels in the world. characters who lived here and were the Entertainment Capital and the Because this city has been Vegas make up a group of people Interestingly, one of the only cit- accused of skimming casino prof- list goes on and on. blessed to have millions of tourists that for the most part, work in the ies in the state of Nevada that pro- its while at the same time commit- Behind the scenes of these things from around the world visit each service industry; but along with hibits gambling, Boulder City, is lo- ting a wide variety of other illegal are the residents of Las Vegas, the year, and spend tens of millions of these folks, are the people who cated just twenty miles from Las deeds. people who make up the population dollars on the variety of things to make up the remainder of the popu- Vegas. Boulder City not only has What I am writing has nothing that lives here, plays here, and raises do here, the blessing actually be- lation. I must say that I have ob- the distinction of saying it prohib- to do with the Mob, and it has noth- their families here. They are the comes larger and larger with each served that in the most innocuous its gambling, at the same time, it is ing to do with Howard Hughes who people who work in the more than passing year... more and more tour- ways, Las Vegas residents seems to ists find their way to Las Vegas, stick together in times of need. each bringing their own personal Jahn It is well documented that local reasons for visiting our city and (Continued from Page 9) occur and the TARGET ELIMINA- seen happen to Metro and the loss Las Vegans donate huge sums of each spending money during the cover’ of an entire Vice squad when TION would soon be completed. of trust of the community! Look- money to local, national and inter- days and nights of their visits. he merely tried to go get lunch at But why was this happening? What ing back on things that occurred I national charities every year. The I have seen many changes in the the Peppermill. Metro fired him! Is justification did they have to take now realize that they were calcu- city itself continues to advertise city since I moved here 58 years anybody seeing a pattern here? such extreme action against us? lating the longitude and latitude and around the world putting forth in- ago. I have seen the skyline of the Captain Charles Hank, Sgt. John Isn’t it ironic that there is a clear the specifics for their Scud Missile formation that continues to act as a famous Las Vegas Strip change its Hayes, Lt. Karen Hughes and those US vs THEM culture felt by many strike and I didn’t have a missile ‘mouse trap’ to the tourists who visit look in dramatic ways. I have seen who are supposed to ‘protect’ (Em- members of the public — but in- defense system because the system Las Vegas each year. ployment Diversity) and ‘advocate’ side the LVMPD as well? had failed me. I was isolated and the famous Fremont Street of Downtown Las Vegas change from When I look at the tourists walk- (the unions) not putting a stop to The Charles Hank vs. Norm then eliminated and some of these ing down the Las Vegas Strip, or this pattern of discriminatory con- Jahn skirmishes in 2010 were well clowns think that the department a street that was reputed to have more than fifty million photographs walking around downtown, I see duct? known at Metro’s management (and community) is better off with smiling faces everywhere. People Fasulo claimed that he wanted level. Some of them think that I got me. My wife and daughter also both taken of it, to the covered Fremont Street Experience as it is called to- are happy when they’re in Las Ve- ‘crime fighters’ and this usually what I had coming to me. Lots of worked for the LVMPD. We have gas because this city provides an means not high priced police sec- day. others who worked with me now all left town and we had to cross invisible electric thrill that cannot retaries who just react and take re- I have seen the advent of corpo- don’t agree and they know what the street to leave. They didn’t even be found anywhere else on earth. ports. Within a few weeks Walters rate mentality inasmuch as how the happened to me and what can hap- need to create a lie that time! That’s why I’ve titled this, “The told me about the ‘fresh start’ or a hotels and the Casinos operate to- pen to them. I had written a letter NEXT WEEK: Subversive Acts City That’s Kissed by the Sun,” the ‘clean slate’ speech that Fasulo gave day, versus the way they operated to the editor to the Review-Journal in Sin City element that sustains all life on to him. It supposedly applied to me prior to corporate mentality taking about the police academy and had * * * * * planet Earth. too. I wrote the information down Norm Jahn is a former LVMPD over. also done an interview on National Notwithstanding the tourists, go in my notebook. Public Radio just prior to returning lieutenant, who has also served as I have seen Las Vegas show- into any local restaurant and again Unfortunately, it didn’t take long to CCAC. I received praise from a police chief in Shawano, Wiscon- rooms that formally presented an you will see smiling faces, happy for Fasulo to continue the harass- dozens of associates and even na- sin, and has nearly 25 years of po- array of stars from one end of the people for the most part who enjoy ment that Hank had started. He tional leaders in policing. This lice experience. Jahn now contrib- Las Vegas Strip to the other, change living in this city that’s kissed by started collecting ‘scalps’ (i.e., probably irritated folks like Sheriff utes his opinions and ideas to help their formats by presenting 4-wall the sun. badges) that he took from officers Duh-G and his progeny. I was proud improve policing in general, and in productions independently financed — I wasn’t Fasulo’s first and cer- of my profession and proud to be a Las Vegas in particular, through his tainly would not be his last. TAR- member of the LVMPD — just con- weekly column in the Las Vegas GET ISOLATION was starting to cerned about what we have now Tribune. Maramis (Continued from Page 7) is open territory for all who wish to things that stir us to our core, and We’ve been exposed to two in- play in that field, a sad equal op- possibly even make us cringe, we dividuals just this past week mak- portunity for those who never can be thankful we live in a coun- ing statements that have not gone learned any better and those who try where those who think and over very well. One rather inten- choose to hang on to their useless, speak along totally different lines tionally and one who might have hurtful, and divisive feelings, keep- from the majority will not be hung made such statements without his ing the world from making any real for their own differing viewpoints intention of having them be made progress toward brotherhood and and opinions. public. Whether either one of them peace among all men. Some day the prevailing popu- have been making such statements Yes, we all have feelings. Yes, lar thought may go against you, or all their life and they just didn’t we are all free to express those feel- me, or any of us. We will so appre- happen to make the news until now, ings up to the point that we are not ciate having the right to our own or whether those kinds of remarks breaking any laws. And yes again, unpopular view at such a time. have been overlooked by those who there will be many things we will So while we may secretly or had something to gain by staying continue to hear from others that openly disagree with anything that’s associated with them for one rea- will not sit well with us (to say the said, whether privately to us, or in son or another, it’s only for those least). The good news is that we live the media, I suggest we stick with so involved to say. in a country where we are still “al- Voltaire, and confirm our belief in We know that racism — as well lowed” to have our own feelings, the right to say it! as everything that goes along with and state our own opinions. And Maramis Choufani is the Man- that kind of mindset — is not the better yet, we are not forced to think aging Editor of the Las Vegas Tri- sole domain of any one race against and feel alike, even though certain bune. She writes a weekly column any other race, or even any small leaders of certain organizations in this newspaper. To contact group of individuals against any might wish to inflict that uniformity Maramis, email her at other small group of individuals: it upon us. Therefore, when we hear [email protected].

www.MyCasinoBazaar.comwww.MyCasinoBazaar.com Page 10 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / April 30-May 6, 2014 April 30-May 6, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 11 The City That’s Kissed by the Sun Sarah Palin says ‘waterboarding is By Jerry Schafer the largest city by land area in the was the influence that changed the 50 world class hotels doing a vari- by producers who are ready, will- Throughout the years, countless state of Nevada. very face of Las Vegas Casino op- ety of jobs such as: dealers, cooks, ing and able to rent the four walls how we baptize terrorists.’ Too tough? stories have been written about a Another interesting fact is that erations. doctors, nurses, entertainers, small of the showrooms and take their city called Las Vegas, Nevada. the largest man-made lake in the What I am writing has to do with and large business owners, butch- chances on filling the seats with The one-liner by Sarah Palin went over great with the NRA crowd. But the outrage elsewhere The city of Las Vegas is located USA is Lake Mead, located just 24 the fact that Las Vegas is a city that ers, bakers and candlestick-makers. paying customers. in the country of Clark, a county miles from Las Vegas. Lake Mead has been blessed by being kissed by To some, Las Vegas may seem Sadly, the wonderful dinner was immediate — and interestingly, criticism of Palin came from several directions. that spans approximately 8,000 is 110 miles long. The lake offers a the sun. transient in many ways. It appears shows, live orchestras, lounge en- By Peter Grier of a long story in The Washington firmament — says that grass-roots square miles. Within Clark Coun- multitude of recreational opportu- The fact of the matter is, millions that most of the residents are from tertainment and star performers are Christian Science Monitor Post suggesting that Palin has be- candidates still seek Palin’s en- try there are seven Townships nities including, but not limited to, of tourists from around the world other states or other countries. On things of the past. So is an array of WASHINGTON — Sarah Palin come a diminished figure within the dorsement but that her obvious dis- known as: City of Las Vegas, En- houseboat rentals, powerboat rent- visit Las Vegas each year. In a way, the surface, it seems like very few the famous Las Vegas hotels that has rallied and riled lots of voters Republican Party, outshone among inclination to run again for any elec- terprise, Paradise, Spring Valley, als, fishing, restaurants, beautiful Las Vegas has become an institu- people who live here, were born made this city what it is today... to- in her political career, but she might Tea Party conservatives by Sen. Ted toral post has caused many former Sunrise Manor, Whitney and the marinas and more. tion as well as the world’s leading here; however, the fact of the mat- day, hotels like the Dunes, Stardust, have hit a new high for controversy Cruz (R) of Texas and other newly supporters to move on. Township of Winchester. These things are well docu- tourist destination, and more. The ter is thousands upon thousands are Desert Inn, Sands, Hacienda, Fron- over the weekend by saying rising figures. “Palin is finding herself in more On May 15, 1905 Las Vegas was mented in a variety of articles, city has been dubbed the Marriage born in Las Vegas each year, attend tier, Castaways, Silver Slipper, “waterboarding is how we baptize The piece — by Post reporter of a supporting slot, and her best- officially declared a city. One hun- books, magazine etc., however Capital of the World, the City that the public and private schools here, Landmark and others are what I call terrorists” during a speech at the Robert Costa, a former National attended rallies this year have been dred and nine years later, in the year most of the stories written about Las Never Sleeps, the Divorce Capital, get their college educations here Ghosts of the Desert. National Rifle Association’s annual Review staffer with good connec- with [Senator Cruz and Sen. Mike 2014, Las Vegas Nevada houses Vegas seem to feature the days of the gaming Capital, the number one and go on to live their lives raising As far as I’m concerned, the meeting in Indianapolis. tions in the conservative political Lee (R) of Utah],” Costa writes. nineteen of the twenty-five largest the “Mob” and the underworld convention destination in the world, their families here. people who live and work in Las The one-liner went over great hotels in the world. characters who lived here and were the Entertainment Capital and the Because this city has been Vegas make up a group of people with the crowd. It summarized well Interestingly, one of the only cit- accused of skimming casino prof- list goes on and on. blessed to have millions of tourists Hamiton that for the most part, work in the a main point of her address, which (Continued from Page 8) ies in the state of Nevada that pro- its while at the same time commit- Behind the scenes of these things from around the world visit each service industry; but along with held that liberals are hypocrites who ten don’t win their positions by merit. hibits gambling, Boulder City, is lo- ting a wide variety of other illegal are the residents of Las Vegas, the year, and spend tens of millions of these folks, are the people who are too weak to protect America. — We have to reduce the layers of management, and reduce the sheer cated just twenty miles from Las deeds. people who make up the population dollars on the variety of things to make up the remainder of the popu- Not that Palin just called them Sarah Palin at the NRA’s annual meeting in Indianapolis last weekend. number of people employed by government. Vegas. Boulder City not only has What I am writing has nothing that lives here, plays here, and raises do here, the blessing actually be- lation. I must say that I have ob- “liberals.” In the speech, they were cringe as payback for not support- sets in terms of reaction. — Outsourcing has gotten out of hand. In theory, private-sector con- the distinction of saying it prohib- to do with the Mob, and it has noth- their families here. They are the comes larger and larger with each served that in the most innocuous “clownish little ‘Kumbaya’-hum- ing her enough after picking her as In the Christian catechism, bap- tractors save taxpayers money. In reality, Light’s research shows, they its gambling, at the same time, it is ing to do with Howard Hughes who people who work in the more than passing year... more and more tour- ways, Las Vegas residents seems to ming fairy-tale-inhaling liberals.” his running mate in 2008. tism is a voluntary act that can point can cost us twice as much. ists find their way to Las Vegas, stick together in times of need. They’re the sort of folks who be- Senator McCain is an adamant toward eternal life, writes Mollie — Current civil service rules make it almost impossible to hire, pro- each bringing their own personal Jahn It is well documented that local lieve that a thin tin “No Gun Zone” opponent of waterboarding and Hemingway at the right-leaning site mote, and fire based on merit. That has to change. reasons for visiting our city and (Continued from Page 9) occur and the TARGET ELIMINA- seen happen to Metro and the loss Las Vegans donate huge sums of sign will protect kids in schools, other enhanced interrogation tech- The Federalist. It’s unlikely Palin Government today is highly pressured and deals with tough, compli- each spending money during the cover’ of an entire Vice squad when TION would soon be completed. of trust of the community! Look- money to local, national and inter- according to the former VP candi- niques, you see. He’s the only presi- thinks that is what waterboarding cated problems. It needs to be able to recruit and retain first-rate talent; days and nights of their visits. he merely tried to go get lunch at But why was this happening? What ing back on things that occurred I national charities every year. The date. dential candidate to have been a terror suspects can accomplish. you don’t want a second-rate lawyer negotiating a nuclear arms treaty. I have seen many changes in the the Peppermill. Metro fired him! Is justification did they have to take now realize that they were calcu- city itself continues to advertise “That is stupid on steroids,” prisoner of war and suffered torture “Joking about baptism in the Unless we deal with these problems, failure is baked into the system. city since I moved here 58 years anybody seeing a pattern here? such extreme action against us? lating the longitude and latitude and around the world putting forth in- Palin said. from America’s enemies. context of this aggressive action The American people have to demand that the President and the Con- ago. I have seen the skyline of the Captain Charles Hank, Sgt. John Isn’t it ironic that there is a clear the specifics for their Scud Missile formation that continues to act as a Outrage was immediate. But the “I have a theory that Sarah Palin suggests that we don’t think bap- gress not just enact legislation, but also implement and manage govern- famous Las Vegas Strip change its Hayes, Lt. Karen Hughes and those US vs THEM culture felt by many strike and I didn’t have a missile ‘mouse trap’ to the tourists who visit interesting thing about this reaction has the intent to humiliate John tism is as life-giving or important ment programs effectively and efficiently. who are supposed to ‘protect’ (Em- members of the public — but in- defense system because the system look in dramatic ways. I have seen was that criticism came from sev- McCain as often as possible. Maybe as it is,” Hemingway writes. Lee Hamilton is Director of the Center on Congress at Indiana Uni- the famous Fremont Street of Las Vegas each year. ployment Diversity) and ‘advocate’ side the LVMPD as well? had failed me. I was isolated and When I look at the tourists walk- eral directions. it’s because McCain wouldn’t let Interestingly, this uproar arises versity. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 Downtown Las Vegas change from years. (the unions) not putting a stop to The Charles Hank vs. Norm then eliminated and some of these ing down the Las Vegas Strip, or On the one hand, you had left- her give her own concession simultaneously with the publication this pattern of discriminatory con- Jahn skirmishes in 2010 were well clowns think that the department a street that was reputed to have leaning types rising to the bait. At speech,” Longman writes. more than fifty million photographs walking around downtown, I see duct? known at Metro’s management (and community) is better off with smiling faces everywhere. People the Washington Monthly’s “Politi- But Palin also got some taken of it, to the covered Fremont cal Animal” blog, Martin Longman Fasulo claimed that he wanted level. Some of them think that I got me. My wife and daughter also both are happy when they’re in Las Ve- pushback from conservatives who Street Experience as it is called to- opined that the whole thing is an ‘crime fighters’ and this usually what I had coming to me. Lots of worked for the LVMPD. We have gas because this city provides an felt her comment was sacrilegious. means not high priced police sec- day. elaborate revenge upon Sen. John others who worked with me now all left town and we had to cross invisible electric thrill that cannot Thus you got an unusual Palin Venn retaries who just react and take re- I have seen the advent of corpo- McCain (R), in which Palin know- don’t agree and they know what the street to leave. They didn’t even be found anywhere else on earth. diagram in which there was some ports. Within a few weeks Walters rate mentality inasmuch as how the ingly says things that will make him intersection between left and right happened to me and what can hap- need to create a lie that time! That’s why I’ve titled this, “The told me about the ‘fresh start’ or a hotels and the Casinos operate to- pen to them. I had written a letter NEXT WEEK: Subversive Acts City That’s Kissed by the Sun,” the ‘clean slate’ speech that Fasulo gave day, versus the way they operated to the editor to the Review-Journal in Sin City element that sustains all life on to him. It supposedly applied to me prior to corporate mentality taking about the police academy and had * * * * * planet Earth. too. I wrote the information down Norm Jahn is a former LVMPD over. also done an interview on National Notwithstanding the tourists, go in my notebook. Public Radio just prior to returning lieutenant, who has also served as I have seen Las Vegas show- into any local restaurant and again Unfortunately, it didn’t take long to CCAC. I received praise from a police chief in Shawano, Wiscon- rooms that formally presented an you will see smiling faces, happy for Fasulo to continue the harass- dozens of associates and even na- sin, and has nearly 25 years of po- array of stars from one end of the people for the most part who enjoy ment that Hank had started. He tional leaders in policing. This lice experience. Jahn now contrib- Las Vegas Strip to the other, change living in this city that’s kissed by started collecting ‘scalps’ (i.e., probably irritated folks like Sheriff utes his opinions and ideas to help their formats by presenting 4-wall the sun. badges) that he took from officers Duh-G and his progeny. I was proud improve policing in general, and in productions independently financed — I wasn’t Fasulo’s first and cer- of my profession and proud to be a Las Vegas in particular, through his tainly would not be his last. TAR- member of the LVMPD — just con- weekly column in the Las Vegas GET ISOLATION was starting to cerned about what we have now Tribune. Maramis (Continued from Page 7) is open territory for all who wish to things that stir us to our core, and We’ve been exposed to two in- play in that field, a sad equal op- possibly even make us cringe, we dividuals just this past week mak- portunity for those who never can be thankful we live in a coun- ing statements that have not gone learned any better and those who try where those who think and over very well. One rather inten- choose to hang on to their useless, speak along totally different lines tionally and one who might have hurtful, and divisive feelings, keep- from the majority will not be hung made such statements without his ing the world from making any real for their own differing viewpoints intention of having them be made progress toward brotherhood and and opinions. public. Whether either one of them peace among all men. Some day the prevailing popu- have been making such statements Yes, we all have feelings. Yes, lar thought may go against you, or all their life and they just didn’t we are all free to express those feel- me, or any of us. We will so appre- happen to make the news until now, ings up to the point that we are not ciate having the right to our own or whether those kinds of remarks breaking any laws. And yes again, unpopular view at such a time. have been overlooked by those who there will be many things we will So while we may secretly or had something to gain by staying continue to hear from others that openly disagree with anything that’s associated with them for one rea- will not sit well with us (to say the said, whether privately to us, or in son or another, it’s only for those least). The good news is that we live the media, I suggest we stick with so involved to say. in a country where we are still “al- Voltaire, and confirm our belief in We know that racism — as well lowed” to have our own feelings, the right to say it! as everything that goes along with and state our own opinions. And Maramis Choufani is the Man- that kind of mindset — is not the better yet, we are not forced to think aging Editor of the Las Vegas Tri- sole domain of any one race against and feel alike, even though certain bune. She writes a weekly column any other race, or even any small leaders of certain organizations in this newspaper. To contact group of individuals against any might wish to inflict that uniformity Maramis, email her at other small group of individuals: it upon us. Therefore, when we hear [email protected].

www.MyCasinoBazaar.comwww.MyCasinoBazaar.com Page 12 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / April 30-May 6, 2014 Rand Paul vs. GOP establishment Potential 2016 presidential candidate Sen. Rand Paul is in the Northeast, meeting with Republican operatives and fund-raisers. Conservatives are wary of some of his recent comments. By Brad Knickerbocker Kentucky University when he was tainly set off alarm bells for social Christian Science Monitor running for the U.S. Senate. “Well, conservatives,” Perkins wrote on Perhaps it’s genetic, but he you say, ‘Reagan’s a conservative, the organization’s web site. “Obvi- seems to have the same effect on Carter’s a liberal.’ Not necessarily ously, no president has the power more traditional Republicans as his always what it seems.” to unilaterally ban abortion, but he father — former U.S. Rep. Ron In an interview this week with does have the power to make the Paul — did. David Axelrod, former advisor to issue a priority — something most Rep. Peter King (R) of New President Obama, Paul (in the eyes Americans assumed Rand Paul York says Sen. Paul — who’s been of many social conservative, at would do.” making clear moves toward a presi- least) seemed to go wobbly on abor- Wrote Mollie Hemingway, a se- dential run in 2016 — would be tion. nior editor at The Federalist: “This “disastrous” as president. While voicing his personal be- might be political calculation, but Sen. John McCain (R) of Ari- lief that abortion is wrong because considering he wants to be known zona included the younger Paul life begins at conception, he said for being principled as opposed to among Republican “wacko birds” strongly divided opinion on the is- pandering, he needs to reconsider filibustering the appointment of sue makes it politically impractical his statements.” John Brennan to head the CIA. to push for a total ban on the proce- Also, Paul didn’t do himself (McCain later apologized for the dure. much good when he voiced support comment, which also had been “I think where the country is, is for rancher Cliven Bundy, who re- aimed at Sen. Ted Cruz and Rep. somewhere in the middle, and we fuses to pay grazing fees for the Justin Amash.) are not changing any of the laws cattle he runs on US Bureau of Land Rand Paul consistently tops the until the country is persuaded oth- Management land in Nevada. list of possible GOP presidential erwise,” Paul said. Like some other Republicans candidates in 2016, including a That got the sharp attention of and conservative commentators, Quinnipiac University poll in Colo- people like Tony Perkins, president Paul had to quickly disassociate rado this week in which he beat of the conservative Family Re- himself from Bundy’s racist out- Democratic front-runner Hillary U.S. Senator Rand Paul search Council. burst. Clinton 48-43 percent. “was very well received” during an Collins, a moderate among a party “Maybe it was inarticulate, or “His remarks on race are offen- The poll in Colorado might also hour-and-a-half discussion about that’s grown increasingly Tea Party- maybe these are the senator’s real sive and I wholeheartedly disagree shed some light on where Paul policy and politics. conservative. feelings, but that last comment cer- with him,” Paul said in a statement. could outflank his GOP counter- On Saturday, Paul headed to Still, Paul has recently rankled parts — among young voters, ac- Maine, where in 2012 there was a conservatives with some of his cording to Politico.com. major kerfuffle between Ron Paul comments. While Clinton leads Jeb Bush by delegates and those backing Rom- Although Paul lines up with all 21 points and Mike Huckabee by ney — eventually sorted out when Republicans in extolling the virtues 11 points among 18-to 29-year- the Republican National Commit- and record of GOP icon Ronald olds, Paul matched the former sec- tee (RNC) voted to replace half of Reagan, Mother Jones documents retary of state in the age group, with Maine’s delegates for Paul with Paul comparing Reagan unfavor- both scoring 43 percent, Politico Romney supporters. ably to Democrat Jimmy Carter. reports. Paul also had a strong edge Over the past year, Paul has “Why did the deficit rise [under against Clinton among respondents stood alongside (RNC) Chairman Reagan]? 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Dear EarthTalk: Apple just put than the original iPad. And all of out a big PR campaign about its the company’s retail stores will now The European Union reports that by the year 2020 emissions from sectors covered by the Emissions Trading sustainability initiatives. Has the take back any Apple products for System (ETS) will be 21 percent lower than they were in 2005 and 43 percent lower by 2030. Pictured: A company made real progress in free recycling — U.S. and U.K. coal-fired power plant in Germany. this regard or is this just more cor- consumers can even earn gift cards Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr and Ama- were in 2005 and 43 percent lower (RGGI), a cap-and-trade system porate “greenwashing?” And how for turning in old iPhones, iPads and zon, each of which relies heavily on by 2030. with the goal of reducing regional are the other big tech companies computers. coal-fired power sources for their But critics argue that Europe’s carbon emissions from the power addressing their carbon foot- Of course, Apple still has work data centers and other operations, reduced emissions may be more due sector 10 percent from 2009 levels prints? — Billy A., Oakland, CA to do. The nonprofit Friends of the but still says. “If Amazon and oth- to the global recession than the by 2018. Lower emissions than ex- Long criticized for its lack of Earth has been on the company’s ers want to stay innovative and rel- ETS, and that the cheap availabil- pected over the first five years of commitment to sustainability— case to agree to a plan that will reign evant, it’s high time they made the ity of allowances has made it easier the program — thanks to many from supporting the dangerous min- in the human and environmental toll switch to the abundant, sustainable, for companies to pay to burn coal utilities switching over to cleaner ing of precious resources and ex- of destructive tin mining in Indo- renewable energy of today.” Con- than to switch to cleaner natural gas burning and increasingly cheaper ploiting factory workers to power- nesia and elsewhere. Tin is a major cerned consumers can sign or invest more in carbon mitigation natural gas as well as less overall ing its data centers with energy de- component of the solder in smart Greenpeace’s online #ClickClean technologies. Early in 2014 the EU economic output due to the reces- rived from coal and not taking back phones and other electronics and petition asking these big players to tightened up its system by cutting sion — led RGGI to lower its over- products for recycling — Apple has the popularity of such items has step up and commit to renewable the number of new allowances it all annual cap from 165 million to really worked on turning things pushed miners to extremes and is energy and environmentally re- plans to issue over the next three 91 million tons in 2014, with a 2.5 around over the past couple of linked to the destruction of tropical sponsible operations. years by a third while simulta- percent reduction every year there- years. Indeed, just this past month rainforests, coral reefs and commer- * * * * * neously creating a “market reserve” after until 2020. Analysts expect the company announced that 94 cial fisheries. Apple sent a team of Dear EarthTalk: If “cap and to absorb extra allowances as this rejiggering will drive the price percent of its corporate facilities investigators to the Indonesian is- trade” has worked so well in Eu- needed. of polluting five times higher than and 100 percent of its data centers lands responsible for producing rope for reducing greenhouse gas Meanwhile, Switzerland, New it has been and thus force utilities now operate on power from renew- some 30 percent of the world’s emissions there, why haven’t we Zealand, Australia, Kazakhstan and across the region to seek cleaner, able sources. commercially available tin, but the tried something similar here in the South Korea have each set up their greener alternatives to coal as an Environmentalists first took no- company has yet to commit to any U.S.? — Sandra M., Bern, NC own national cap-and-trade pro- electricity feedstock. tice that serious change was afoot changes in the way it sources this “Cap-and-trade,” whereby big grams to varying degrees of suc- The other major U.S. cap-and- at Apple in May 2013 when the increasingly valuable raw material. polluters must pay to emit green- cess, while regional versions have trade player is California, which company brought in former Obama As for other tech/Internet com- house gases against a capped total popped up within Japan, Canada launched its own ETS in 2013 with Environmental Protection Agency panies, Greenpeace has been as- amount that is reduced over time — and the U.S. a cap set initially at two percent (EPA) administrator Lisa Jackson sessing and tracking environmen- has been in effect across the Euro- As to the U.S., whether or not to below 2012 emission levels. The to head its corporate environmen- tal performance of the big players pean Union (EU) since 2005. This establish a nationwide cap-and- cap will then be reduced three per- tal initiative. Since then, the com- for more than a decade. “The so-called Emissions Trading Sys- trade system here has been a hot cent a year from 2015-2020. Some pany has unveiled plans showing Internet we love, and the companies tem (ETS) requires 11,000 of the topic of discussion in Congress. It 600 facilities are big enough pol- how its new corporate headquarters that run it are at a crossroads in largest electric and industrial facili- last came up for a vote in 2010, but luters to qualify for participation in — currently under construction in terms of where their energy comes ties in 28 European countries to never found enough bi-partisan the system, which will cover around Cupertino, California—will use 30 from,” reports the group. “Many of participate. Some 45 percent of support to become the law of the 85 percent of the state’s total green- percent less energy than an equiva- these companies have already cho- Europe’s total greenhouse gas emis- land. But in lieu of any federal sys- house gas emissions. Given that lent conventional building while sen the road to a green internet and sions are regulated under the sys- tem, two U.S. regions have under- California in and of itself is the 12th playing host to some 7,000 carbon- a sustainable future.” Some of the tem. Proponents say the ETS has taken their own attempts at largest economy in the world, its sequestering trees. Apple also re- best performers besides Apple in- succeeded in keeping greenhouse ratcheting down greenhouse gas forward-thinking commitment to ports that it has decreased the ma- clude Facebook, Google, gas emissions in check and making emissions through market mecha- cap-and-trade gives hope every- terial required to produce its Salesforce, Rackspace and Box, Europe a global leader on climate. nisms: where to fans of marshalling mar- iPhones, iPads, iPods and Macs. A each of which has committed to 100 The EU reports that, by 2020, emis- In 2009, 10 Northeastern states ket forces to bring about environ- new iPad Air, for instance, uses a percent renewable energy. sions from sectors covered by ETS came together to create the Re- mental change. third less material overall by weight Greenpeace isn’t as bullish on will be 21 percent lower than they gional Greenhouse Gas Initiative * * * * *

Having brought in former Obama EPA administrator Lisa Jackson to head its environmental initiatives, Apple Computer has a new corporate headquarters under construction in Cupertino, California that will use 30 percent less energy than an equivalent conventional building, and has taken steps to decrease the material required to produce its iPhones, iPads, iPods and Macs. The new iPad Air, pictured here, uses a third less material overall by weight than the original iPad. Page 14 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / April 30-May 6, 2014 ENTERTAINMENT

The Celebrity Suite’s 2,000 gallon shark tank. The Academy Award’s Celebrity Party Suite Las Vegas-Style By Sandy Zimmerman The public is invited to purchase Las Vegas Tribune tickets, walk the red carpet, meet Natural photos by Sandy the guests and enjoy the evening Zimmerman and artistic photos watching the televised Hollywood SFX by Brenden Theaters broadcast on ABC, Channel 13. Every year the Academy Award Variety— The Children’s ceremony attracts people from Charity: around the world to celebrate the The Academy Awards are dedi- best in motion pictures. Honoring cated to helping Variety — The the stars becomes a big event in Las Children’s Charity. Volunteers par- Vegas at the Palms Hotel & Casino ticipates by raising funds at the in the Brenden Theatres. Academy Awards and other events. Following the Academy Award’s Variety — The Children’s Charity red carpet, the party begins. Each is an enthusiastic group of business of the VIP’s, celebrities, sponsors leaders who donate their time, re- and invited guests step into the pri- sources and energy to positively vate elevator to Brenden Theater’s impact the lives of children in their Celebrity Suite. own communities and around the This luxurious 4,000 square-foot world. suite awaits guests with a beautiful For information about Variety — setting for the VIP viewing party. The Children’s Charity events dur- As you walk down the long hall at ing the year, contact Variety of the entrance, look to your left to see Southern Nevada, at 3401 Sirius the 2,000 gallon wall-to-wall shark Ave., Suite 1, Las Vegas. Tel: (702)- tank. 383-8466; Email: With unique furnishings from [email protected]; Website: around the world, take time to walk http://onalv.org/ around and see all of the pieces. * * * * * The windows on one side of the Award winning Sandy large living room allow guests to Zimmerman is a syndicated colum- watch the people in the theater nist featuring Show and Dining re- lobby below. views, travel, health, spas, luxury The other wall displays a mega Magician Lance Burton spoke to friends during the Academy Awards party in the Celebrity Suite. and more. Sandy is talk show host television which provides the feel- ing the mega television or six other Oscars. aters, in the Palms Hotel & Casino. of the Las Vegas Today Show pro- ing of “being there” with their LCD screens at the party. They can It is an exciting evening of so- All proceeds benefit Variety, The grams and Discover the Ultimate broadcast of the Academy Awards even enter Brenden Theater’s pri- cializing, eating, clinking glasses Children’s Charity, direct to Las Ve- Vacation travel specials. If you want in Hollywood. vate screening theater connected to and relaxing. gas Valley children in need. to suggest topics for articles, for Guests stop at the marble foyer the Celebrity suite. For five years, Variety the Las Vegas is honored to be a part information or to ask any questions for the complimentary buffet and The excitement builds as the Children’s Charity hosted the Os- of the Academy Awards celebration about Sandy’s articles, call 702- hosted bar. everyone roots for their favorites car Viewing party, “Variety Salutes and the public is invited to join the 735-5974 or email her at They have the choice of watch- and watch the winners receive their Hollywood” at the Brenden The- fun. [email protected].

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Rainbow Youth Theatre’s Ozma of Oz Enchants All By Marianne Donnelly Las Vegas Tribune Kim Peter Kovac (Kennedy The Celebrity Suite’s 2,000 gallon shark tank. Center for Performing Arts and Theatre For Young Audiences Na- tional) says, “Part of what’s happen- The Academy Award’s Celebrity Party Suite Las Vegas-Style ing on stage is similar to play-act- ing all children do... (to understand By Sandy Zimmerman The public is invited to purchase the world).” Las Vegas Tribune tickets, walk the red carpet, meet As a veteran Boston youth the- Natural photos by Sandy the guests and enjoy the evening atre teacher/writer/director/pro- Zimmerman and artistic photos watching the televised Hollywood ducer, I say the incalculable value SFX by Brenden Theaters broadcast on ABC, Channel 13. of live-theatre exploration by young Every year the Academy Award Variety— The Children’s people cannot be overestimated ceremony attracts people from Charity: when you know instinctually that around the world to celebrate the The Academy Awards are dedi- this amazing field explores specific best in motion pictures. Honoring cated to helping Variety — The useful skills (reading, comprehen- the stars becomes a big event in Las Children’s Charity. Volunteers par- sion, visualization, analysis, memo- MARIANNE DONNELLY Vegas at the Palms Hotel & Casino ticipates by raising funds at the rizing, vocal, body balance and a crown with OZ at center and wear- in the Brenden Theatres. Academy Awards and other events. awareness) as well as intangibles ing a flowing dress alluding to her Following the Academy Award’s Variety — The Children’s Charity (confidence, community, coopera- 1/2 fairy-1/2 human nature—except red carpet, the party begins. Each is an enthusiastic group of business tion, composition, design, texture, in this version— where she is in- of the VIP’s, celebrities, sponsors leaders who donate their time, re- definition, meaning, emotional terpreted as an archer in boots and and invited guests step into the pri- sources and energy to positively growth, history, social studies, psy- no crown (played matter-of-factly vate elevator to Brenden Theater’s impact the lives of children in their chology and more). by Faith Read). Celebrity Suite. own communities and around the Specifically, decades of touring We follow 13-year-old Dorothy This luxurious 4,000 square-foot world. living-history shows proves for me Gale (compassionately played by suite awaits guests with a beautiful For information about Variety — “acting” opens students to history Morgan Johnson) and Uncle Henry death in 1919. The Oz series was setting for the VIP viewing party. The Children’s Charity events dur- in a way reading alone doesn’t do. (endearingly done by Thomas continued by other authors, notably As you walk down the long hall at ing the year, contact Variety of And colleagues who portray scien- Dyer) through a ship wreck, kidnap- Ruth Plumly Thompson, who wrote the entrance, look to your left to see Southern Nevada, at 3401 Sirius tists feel the same about their sci- ping, odd encounters, rescue and an additional nineteen Oz books. the 2,000 gallon wall-to-wall shark Ave., Suite 1, Las Vegas. Tel: (702)- ence-shows. I bet there’s a “math- return (with their souls bettered for He was married to women’s suf- tank. 383-8466; Email: actor” somewhere who has made the journey) for an hour and a half frage advocate Maud Gage whose With unique furnishings from [email protected]; Website: math a fun story — if not we need in real time. mother’s radical feminist politics (Left to right) Faith Read as Ozma and Zach Mercer as Roquat around the world, take time to walk http://onalv.org/ to develop one! Any necessary topic OZ time, however, is controlled were incorporated by Baum into his hoping she will rid him of his en- stories as its icons are recognized around and see all of the pieces. * * * * * can be made approachable through by a key that winds up TicToc (ar- Oz books. Baum was secretary of emy the Wicked Witch of the West. across the world and continue to The windows on one side of the Award winning Sandy theatre techniques. And, it’s fun! ticulated perfectly by Keegan Aberdeen’s Woman’s Suffrage He is powerless and, as he admits lead to new parodies, allegories and large living room allow guests to Zimmerman is a syndicated colum- Rainbow Company Youth The- Nakano). Club and when Susan B. Anthony to Dorothy, “I’m a very bad Wiz- pastiches. watch the people in the theater nist featuring Show and Dining re- atre of Las Vegas is a nationally rec- A cast of 22 adeptly play 17 visited, she stayed with the Baums. ard.” Anthony Del Valle (past revered lobby below. views, travel, health, spas, luxury ognized theatre education program characters, each with remarkable Some of Baum’s contacts with suf- Taylor sees additional meta- and feared Vegas theatre critic) said The other wall displays a mega Magician Lance Burton spoke to friends during the Academy Awards party in the Celebrity Suite. and more. Sandy is talk show host which produces a four-show season believability and appropriate hu- fragists seem to have inspired much phors, including: The Scarecrow as Rainbow Youth Theatre is “one of television which provides the feel- ing the mega television or six other Oscars. aters, in the Palms Hotel & Casino. of the Las Vegas Today Show pro- of family oriented theatre annually. mor, especially Bill (!) the of his second Oz story, The Mar- American farmers and their the best among our educational in- ing of “being there” with their LCD screens at the party. They can It is an exciting evening of so- All proceeds benefit Variety, The grams and Discover the Ultimate (Auditions open to community with (egglaying) Chicken (Deimoni velous Land of Oz. In this story, the troubles in late 19th century; Tin stitutions, a hearty bravo!” I broadcast of the Academy Awards even enter Brenden Theater’s pri- cializing, eating, clinking glasses Children’s Charity, direct to Las Ve- Vacation travel specials. If you want all students exploring all aspects of Brewington). girls and women of Oz, armed with Man as American steel industry’s couldn’t agree more. in Hollywood. vate screening theater connected to and relaxing. gas Valley children in need. to suggest topics for articles, for on and off stage.) Additionally, a The set was “New York style knitting needles, in revolt succeed, failures to combat increased inter- May 2, 3 at 7:00 p.m. Guests stop at the marble foyer the Celebrity suite. For five years, Variety the Las Vegas is honored to be a part information or to ask any questions touring ensemble of RCYT per- fantastic” as designed by “Kris Van and make men do household national competition at the time; May 3, 4 at 2:00 p.m. for the complimentary buffet and The excitement builds as the Children’s Charity hosted the Os- of the Academy Awards celebration about Sandy’s articles, call 702- forms (for upward of 14,000 eager Riper” (rumored to have several chores! Cowardly Lion as American Charleston Heights Arts Center hosted bar. everyone roots for their favorites car Viewing party, “Variety Salutes and the public is invited to join the 735-5974 or email her at viewers) an original musical fo- personas). There are contending theses military’s performance in the Span- 800 Brush Street They have the choice of watch- and watch the winners receive their Hollywood” at the Brenden The- fun. [email protected]. cused on Nevada history! A new Its clever allusions to other Oz about OZ references to politics. For ish-American War, and so on. 702-229-6553/6383 show each year! For decades! tales thrilled me and added a sophis- example, 1902 version had Tin Oz has grown beyond children’s artslasvegas.org Wow! ticated dimension to this play. An- Woodman wondering what he With these facts in mind I ap- other brilliant tech feature was im- would do if he ran out of oil—”You plaud RYCT’s “Ozma of Oz: A Tale peccably done shadow-stick-pup- wouldn’t be as badly off as John D. of Time” based on L. Frank Baum’s petry! Rockefeller,” the Scarecrow re- FIORE @ F.I.O.R.E. third book “Ozma of Oz” as And costumes, OMG! Again, by sponds, “He’d lose six thousand adapted by children’s playright tireless, brilliant designer Maria dollars a minute if that happened.” Suzan Zeder at Charleston Heights Radeva-Nedyalkova, who I re- Over the years interpretations to MARK YOUR CALENDER Arts Center in West Las Vegas. cently raved about for her breath- update politics have emerged. From the moment I was greeted taking CSN and UNLV works! Economist-historian Quentin Thursday, May 8, 2014 by Gary Easton (distributing tick- (Does this woman sleep?!) Taylor claimed many events and ets with enthusiastic intelligence) to Director Sean Critchfield characters of the book resemble chatting with multi-talented brought a well-paced, blocked, in- actual political personalities, events Kristopher Shepherd (theatre pro- terpreted piece to us from “ama- and ideas of 1890s. Dorothy is AT THE gram specialist and pseudonymed teurs.” Wonderful. naive, young and simple, represent- set-designer)and charming Jake By the way, I tried the audio-as- ing American Everyman. ITALIAN Rouse as usher (who loves all as- sist device and found it helpful as a Following the road of gold pects of theatre) to the final rous- senior with a modest hearing chal- (monetary standard) leads eventu- AMERICAN ing applause, I was, well, lenge. Who would think a commu- ally only to the Emerald City, which “Wowed!” (A favorite phrase of a nity center would have such upscale may symbolize the fraudulent CLUB certain downtown arts-district re- amenities that work! That tells you world of greenback paper money inventor). I wanted to meet every there is a treasure, run by the City not backed by resources that only 11:30 A.M. single technical and acting member of Las Vegas, waiting to thrill you pretends to have value like the wiz- but that wasn’t practical. with shows, classes, and volunteer ard. It is ruled by a scheming poli- Ozma is the long-lost daughter opportunities year round. This tician (the Wizard) who uses pub- of long-deceased King Pastoria and beautiful building with good sound licity devices and tricks to fool the Lurline who ruled in Oz long be- is waiting for, you! people (and even the Good fore the (humbug) Wizard arrived Baum went on to write thirteen Witches) into believing he is be- and before the Emerald City was more novels based on places and nevolent, wise, and powerful when built (by his conning people). She people of Oz with his final, Glinda really he is selfish and cruel. He is always portrayed with long hair, of Oz, published a year after his sends Dorothy into severe danger

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By Mike Kermani

Now,” performed by Lady Antebel- than 100 million records and lum and the No. 1 Platinum-selling charted twelve Top 10 singles in- smash, “Even If It Breaks Your cluding “(They Long to be) Close Heart” recorded by the Eli Young to You,” “Rainy Days and Mon- Band. days,” “Yesterday Once More” and “Even If It Breaks Your Heart” “I Won’t Last a Day Without You.” garnered an enormous amount of Bertling Brett has performed the buzz at Country radio, earning Standard Songbook and jazz reper- Hoge nominations for the 2013 toire in her own cabaret and club GRAMMY Country Song of the shows, most notably “Jazz, Torch Year, 2013 ACM Song of the Year and Ancient Pop” and “Michelle and 2012 CMA Song of the Year. Bertling Sings Peggy Lee.” On Thursday, May 22, the show Bertling Brett’s recent perfor- (From left) AlexaTaylor, Miss Nevada Teen 2014 and Nia Sanchez, Miss Nevada 2014 starts at 8p.m. in the Revolver mances include, singing back- By Mike Kermaini MGM Resorts International, and Silverado Ad campaign and has Nightclub at Santa Fe Station, 4949 ground vocals for Ronnie Spector, Las Vegas Tribune Sunny 106.5 FM. sold nearly 200,000 copies to date. N Rancho Dr. For more informa- recording with music legend Miss Nevada USA 2014 and Admission is $5 for adults and Hoge’s single nearly broke Top tion about Will Hoge, visit Ronnie Hawkins, singing with Miss Nevada Teen USA 2014 will $3 for children ages 5 and older. 40 at Country Radio and his latest www.willhoge.com. 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In “We’ve Only Just Begun: Car- 702.636.7075 or visiting chance to win a pair of shoes and will host an open-house career fair 2012, Hoge was officially intro- penters Remembered” is a celebra- www.suncoastcasino.com. two VIP tickets to the #1 nightclub Saturday, May 10 to fill new open- duced to his first dose of main- tion of the duo’s music, starring * * * * * in Las Vegas. ings in various departments to sup- stream country as the support act Michelle Bertling Brett as Karen, Mike Kermani is an entertain- The event is held on Saturday, port our growing business, new ini- for Dierks Bentley’s arena headlin- and accompanied by a live band of ment writer for the Las Vegas Tri- May 3rd, 2:00-3:00 p.m., at the tiatives and delightful offerings. ing tour. versatile Nashville musicians led by bune newspaper. He writes a weekly Chinese Laundry Boutique, inside The hotel leadership team is Making his own mark on coun- Harry Sharpe. column in this newspaper. To con- the Fashion Show Mall, 3200 Las looking for individuals with a pas- try music, Hoge is now credited Grammy-winning duo Karen tact Mike Kermani, email Vegas Blvd, and 3:30 PM ~ 4:30 sion for providing exceptional per- with hit songs including “Better Off and Richard Carpenter sold more mkermani@ lasvegas tribune.com PM, at the Chinese Laundry Bou- sonalized service and who demon- tique at the Miracle Mile Shops, strate qualities in alignment with 3663 Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas. delivering legendary quality expe- * * * * * riences. Interested candidates will be able to sit down with managers in the respected departments to dis- cuss job responsibilities, benefits, career development and the overall culture of the brand. Departments include culinary, spa, housekeeping, front desk and more. Each applicant is asked to come prepared with an updated re- sume as well as dressed in appro- priate business attire. Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas is a sophisticated non-smoking, non- gaming luxury hotel and residences Hawaiian Ohana Festival prominently located at the heart of at Springs Preserve the Las Vegas Strip. This event features performance Offering spectacular accommo- by Barry Black of NBC’s “The dations, the resort has been awarded Voice.” the esteemed AAA Five Diamond Celebrate the vibrant music, Award rating and is the only prop- food and culture of Hawaii and erty in Las Vegas with the coveted Polynesia—and learn something triple Forbes Five-Star award for while you’re having fun—at the the hotel, The Spa and Twist by second annual Springs Preserve Pierre Gagnaire restaurant. Ohana Festival, Saturday, May 10, This event is held Saturday, May from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 10, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the Commemorating Asian-Pacific Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas, in American Heritage Month and the Ballroom on Third Floor, 3752 highlighting the importance of Las Vegas Boulevard. ohana (family) in Pacific Island Contact: Candidates with ques- cultures, the event will feature live tions prior to the career fair can con- music, performances by local hula tact the Human Resources Depart- halau, a wide array of island-style ment at [email protected] or food, games and crafts, and a gal- 702.590.3041. lery featuring island-themed works * * * * * by local artists. This year’s event will include a performance by local singer/ songwriter Barry Black, whose soulful tunes earned him an appear- ance on Season 5 of NBC’s hit se- ries, “The Voice.” A Las Vegas na- tive, Black has opened for artists including John Legend and is cur- rently recording his first album. New to this year’s festival is a slate of workshops dedicated to en- lightening guests of all ages about Pacific Island cultures and tradi- tions. Family-friendly activities in- clude konane (Hawaiian checkers) Grammy-Nominated Will and beginner hula lessons, and Hoge at Santa Fe Station crafts such as ti leaf bracelets, kapa Grammy-nominated recording stamp bookmarks and kukui nut artist Will Hoge is hitting the road keychains. ‘strong’ and will stop by the Re- Meanwhile, adults ages 21 and volver Nightclub at Santa Fe Sta- older can purchase cold beer and tion in Las Vegas, NV on May 22. tropical drinks at The Thirsty Tiki, He will bring an incredible live con- a beer garden/lounge presented by cert performance and a unique Maui Brewing Co. and DiVine blend of charisma, country and rock Events. & roll. For show details and ticket The on-air crew from KUNV information, please visit https:// 91.5 FM’s “Little Grass Shack” is- santafestation.sclv.com/Entertain- land music show—Island Emory ment/Revolver.aspx. and Puna Boy—will again emcee The critically-acclaimed singer- and broadcast live from the event. songwriter catapulted to success The Springs Preserve Ohana with his top-selling hit single Festival is made possible through “Strong,” which is prominently fea- the generous support of NV Energy, tured in General Motor’s Chevy April 30-May 6, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 17 The Laugh Factory/Make a Wish Team Up only are they helping locally in Las Vegas, but globally through the re- search they do on brain health in partnership with the Cleveland Clinic.” VIP admission also is available for $200 and includes a ticket for Healthy Indulgence 2014: Healthy Living to Excite the Mind. Pre- sented by Jesse Waits and Sean Christie, Healthy Indulgence 2014 begins at 7 p.m. and features live artwork created throughout the cases three of the funniest and people laughing from coast to coast. evening by Alec Monopoly, healthy freshest faces in comedy, creating Morey has been featured on NFL bites prepared by Chef Tal Ronnen, a show that is always unique and Films, PBS, A&E, and on Snoop desserts from Sweets Raku and definitely funny. The comedians Dogg’s MTV show “DoggyFizzle Jinju Chocolates and artisan cock- who will perform April 29 — May Televizzle”. Morey has also opened tails specially created by Las Vegas’ 4 are: for acts such as George Lopez, best mixologists. Hosted by Mario Rocky Laporte: With his un- Tracy Morgan, Ellen DeGeneres, Lopez of “Extra,” the event will mistakable accent and his hilarious and D. L. Hughley. also feature a special guest appear- yet endearing delivery, comedian Shows are at 8:30 p.m. and 10 ance by Avicii (not performing). Rocky Laporte is becoming more p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. By Jerry Fink and performed by Palminteri. It tells VIP tickets are available through well-known every day. LaPorte re- Tickets are $29.05 or $44.95 (plus Las Vegas Tribune the story of Calogero Anello, a www.keepmemoryalive.org ceived a standing ovation for his applicable taxes and fees) for VIP The Make a Wish Foundation of young boy from a working-class All profits from tickets and performance on “The Tonight Show tickets that include special seating, Nevada, and the Laugh Factory at family who gets involved in the sponsors go to Keep Memory Alive with Jay Leno” and has been fea- an Improv t-shirt and post-show the Tropicana Hotel, have teamed world of organized crime. to continue the amazing work they tured on his own “Comedy Central meet-and-greet with the comics. up for a very special evening of Calogero’s father is a bus driver are doing with the Cleveland Clinic. Presents” special. He also appeared Special two-for-one tickets are also Comedy, starring headliner, Max who tries to instill working-class * * * * * on A&E’s “Evening at the Improv,” available for locals for the 10 p.m. Amini on Saturday, May 3, at 6:30 family values in his son. As THE IMPROV AT HARRAH’S: VH-1’s “Stand-Up Spotlight,” show. Tickets are available at p.m. Calogero gets older, the aura and APRIL 29– MAY 4 “Cheers” and his own NBC pilot Harrah’s Box Office (702-369- Amini, and his co-stars, Tom mystique of the Mafia and the The world-famous Improv at called “The Rocky LaPorte Show.” 5223) and online at Clark, and Robbie Pickard, will be charms of Sonny, the local Mob Harrah’s Las Vegas is the longest- Ron Morey: Ron’s energetic www.harrahslasvegas.com. donating their performances, and boss who befriends Calogero (and running comedy club on the Las show has earned him a nomination * * * * * the Laugh Factory is donating 100 ends up becoming a father figure to Vegas Strip. The Improv’s ability to to be on the list of the “Top Five Jerry Fink is an entertainment percent of the door, to make him), become difficult to resist. As showcase young comedians, as well Comics in the Country” by The columnist for the Las Vegas Tribune “Vinnie’s Wish,” come true. Vinnie Calogero comes of age, he must as bring in big names, has attrib- Entertainment Business Journal. newspaper and writes a weekly col- is a sick little boy who needs a struggle with the choice of follow- uted to its longevity and success. His show includes characters, mu- umn. To contact Jerry Fink, email swimming pool in his back yard. ing his beloved father’s values or Each week, The Improv show- sic and impressions, and it keeps him at jfink@ lasvegastribune.com. Max, and his co-stars, perform at submitting to the temptations of the the Tropicana Monday, April 28— life of organized crime. May 4, with regular shows at 8:30 In addition to writing and star- and 10:30 p.m. ring in “A Bronx Tale,” Palminteri Amini was born in Tucson, Ari- is well-known for his roles in mov- zona, to Iranian parents. In 2004, ies such as “The Usual Suspects,” Max graduated from UCLA’s “Bullets Over Broadway,” for School of Theater, Film and Tele- which he earned an Academy vision, and immediately began Award nomination, and nearly 50 working as an actor. He has more other films, as well as for writing than 50 film and television credits, screenplays and directing. He re- including NBC’s ”Heroes,” and ceived the 1996 Leadership in En- regular appearances on Comedy tertainment Award from the Coali- Central’s, “Mind of Mencia,” and tion of Italo-American Association, a leading role in the upcoming fea- Inc., and was honored by President ture film, “Beyond Paradise.” Clinton with a Special Achievement Amini began his stand-up comedy Award for the Performing Arts from career at the World Famous Laugh the National Italian American Foun- Factory in Los Angeles, and quickly dation. built a reputation as one of the fast- The combination tickets to The est rising comedians on the com- Mob Museum and “A Bronx Tale” edy circuit. are on sale now at The Smith Cen- Clark is the boy next door... that ter Box Office, located at 361 Sym- is, if you lived next door to an in- phony Park Avenue, by phone at sane asylum. Whether it’s his off- (702) 749-2000 or (808) 326-6868 kilter observations, knack for spon- (TTY) and online at taneous crowd interaction, or his www.TheSmithCenter.com with unusual physical comedy, Clark’s code TMM. Combination tickets act has a little something for every- are also available for purchase at World’s largest transformer, Robosaurus one. Tom has appeared on CBS’s The Mob Museum box office and “The Late Late Show,” NBC’s online at http://themobmuseum.org/ “‘Last Comic Standing,” and Com- ?p=6230. edy Central’s “Premium Blend.” He * * * * * appeared as a murderer on the FIRST FRIDAY PRESENTS highly rated TNT series, “Closer,” NEXT DIMENSION ON MAY 2 starring Kyra Sedgwick. Clark was IN PARTNERSHIP WITH featured in the Hallmark movie, KEEP MEMORY ALIVE “The Wish List,” and in the Drew First Friday Foundation, in part- Barrymore directed movie, “Big nership with Keep Memory Alive, Miracle.” announces Next Dimension, a free Robbie Pickard, the host this event full of exciting and family- week, delivers his very tightly writ- friendly fun on Friday, May 2 from ten material in what you would call, 5 — 10 p.m. Held in conjunction “a-laid-back delivery.” His perfor- with First Friday Las Vegas and mances have been winning over Healthy Indulgence 2014, Next Di- audiences across the country, and mension will be held outdoors of he has become a regular performer the Keep Memory Alive Events at, “The Improv,” “Laugh Factory,” Center (888 W. Bonneville, Las and “Comedy Store,” in Holly- Vegas). wood. Next Dimension is set to be an For further information about energetic, interactive assault on all “Vinnie’s Wish,” please go to: http:/ senses with a series of components /friends.wish.org/083-000/page/ including a drum circle with poofer Mahsheed-Barghisavar/Vinnies- triggers, an assortment of art cars Wish.htm. Tickets for the special including Magic Carpet, a unique show and all regular Laugh Factory sonic garden from Data Garden and performances are $39.95 and other interactive elements. $49.95. For reservations please call Bollywood dancers and performers 702-739-2411. from Cirque du Soleil will be mix- * * * * * ing with the crowd as they enter- MOB MUSEUM/THE SMITH tain throughout the event while the CENTER TO OFFER Dancetronauts keep the crowd on MUSEUM AND SHOW their feet with a dance party and PACKAGE FOR music. Food and refreshments will “A BRONX TALE” also be available for purchase. The Mob Museum, The Na- The highlight of the evening will tional Museum of Organized Crime be two special performances by the and Law Enforcement, and The world’s largest transformer, Smith Center for the Performing Robosaurus. This 30-ton, fire- Arts are offering a combination breathing, transforming T-Rex will ticket packaging admission to the transform from a semi-truck to a 40- Museum and entrance to “A Bronx foot tall metal dinosaur that eats Tale,” starring Chazz Palminteri. cars for an afternoon snack. The ticket is priced at $49.35 and Robosaurus performances are is valid for the Tuesday, May 13 slated for 6 and 9 p.m. performance of “A Bronx Tale” at “Everyone at First Friday has a The Smith Center and one admis- stake in making a significant impact sion to The Mob Museum anytime in our community and we are al- between the sale date and Dec. 31, ways trying to find new and excit- 2014. The package cost represents ing ways to partner with local or- a savings of as much as 20 percent ganizations,” says Joey Vanas, First compared to tickets purchased Friday’s managing partner. “When separately. we were approached by Keep “A Bronx Tale” is a classic com- Memory Alive with the chance to ing-of-age story brought to life in do an event of this magnitude we the original one-man show, written immediately said yes because not Page 18 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / April 30-May 6, 2014 HEALTH LIFESTYLES A Customer’s& Choice Tavern By Sandy Zimmerman Las Vegas Tribune Photos by Sandy Zimmerman The Sierra Gold, A Nevada- Style Tavern, held an exclusive media night to taste their new menu. Vincent Martano, Sierra Gold Regional Manager, explained, “Six- teen items were added to our new menu. We feel our culinary program is a step above the other taverns in Las Vegas and want to give people an experience. The large New Yorker deli-style sandwich includes three meats, three cheeses and cole- slaw piled high on marbled rye. Another sandwich, The Kendrick, named after Chef Kendrick, is filled with roasted turkey, roasted beef, bacon, cheddar cheese, green chili, tomatoes and secret sauce on grilled sourdough bread. We make sure customers don’t leave hungry. People work hard for their money and should receive value when eat- ing out. Customers should feel they are getting more. Their large orders are perfect for sharing. We have a diverse menu.” This is a “Customer’s Choice” tavern, where they have the say! The menu lists 12 enormous sand- wiches and three wraps. Vincent commented, “We sell a Vincent Martano, Sierra Gold Regional Manager ton of sliders. Who does not like a machines for view. at 215 & South Jones, Stephanie & Award winning Sandy grams and Discover the Ultimate small burger? They are 100 percent Vicent feels, “We are all about Warm Springs, Aliante Parkway & Zimmerman is a syndicated colum- Vacation travel specials. For sug- Angus beef.” lounging, kicking back and spend- 215, Smoke Ranch & Buffalo. For nist featuring Show and Dining re- gestions, information or questions Sierra Gold’s six different styles ing time with friends or family.” information, call (702)-221-4120. views, travel, health, spas, luxury about any of Sandy’s articles, call of sliders include green chili, beef The Sierra Gold Taverns located * * * * * and more. Sandy is talk show host 702-735-5974 or email her at chili and cheese sauce, beef tender- of the Las Vegas Today Show pro- [email protected]. loin medallions, roast beef and cheddar cheese on slider buns as well as roast beef on an onion brioche bun and the pastrami Reuben on a pretzel bun. Have you ever heard of a Cajun or turkey burger? Or choose from over 28 different toppings and cre- ate your own burger. Among 10 salads, the grilled chicken Quinoa salad includes Quinoa, arugula, grilled chicken breast, tomatoes, cucumbers, roasted red peppers, red onions and avocado with candied walnuts and raspberry walnut vinaigrette. Sierra Gold even has a selection of marbled rye, sourdough, steak roll, ciabatta and whole wheat breads. For a meal in a rice bowl, the Thai Curry Shrimp, Fajita, Chicken Teriyaki and Sierra Chili bowls are hot and filling. These are original recipes with multi ingredients for a full taste treat with every bite. You can also choose a protein and two sides to create your own entrée from the diverse menu. The dining rooms, VIP lounge and banquet room are available for parties and business meetings. Their round bar is designed the en- tire length of the room and seats over 30 people. The sandwiches, salads and slid- ers are a meal by themselves. There The Kendrick Sandwich, named after Chef Kendrick, Sierra Gold’s green chili, beef chili cheese, tenderloin medallions, are several historic vintage slot on grilled sourdough bread. roast beef with cheddar cheese and pastrami Reuben sliders.

The large New Yorker deli-style sandwich includes three meats, three Sandy Zimmerman is tasting the sliders and a chicken Quinoa salad. cheeses and coleslaw piled high on marbled rye. Page 18 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / April 30-May 6, 2014 April 30-May 6, 2014 / LAS VEGAS TRIBUNE / Page 19 HEALTH LIFESTYLES PLACES TO GO & QUICK GETAWAYS A Customer’s Choice Tavern Jump Off the Tower: Extreme Sports By Sandy Zimmerman Las Vegas Tribune on the 58th Floor of the Macau Tower Photos by Sandy Zimmerman The Sierra Gold, A Nevada- By Sandy Zimmerman Style Tavern, held an exclusive Las Vegas Tribune media night to taste their new menu. Photos by Sandy Zimmerman Vincent Martano, Sierra Gold and Macau Tower Regional Manager, explained, “Six- I was surprised to find so many teen items were added to our new extreme sports in one place, the first menu. We feel our culinary program adventure course of its kind in the is a step above the other taverns in world. The 10th tallest free-stand- Las Vegas and want to give people ing tower in the world and the 8th an experience. The large New tallest in Asia, the Macau Tower is Yorker deli-style sandwich includes a world record-breaker. This tower three meats, three cheeses and cole- also offers extraordinary dining, en- slaw piled high on marbled rye. tertainment, convention facilities, Another sandwich, The Kendrick, and an adventure center. named after Chef Kendrick, is filled Their 58th floor indoor observa- with roasted turkey, roasted beef, tion deck lounge is surrounded by bacon, cheddar cheese, green chili, windows for views as far as 34 tomatoes and secret sauce on grilled miles and a thick glass floor in case sourdough bread. We make sure you wish to look straight down. customers don’t leave hungry. Anyone daring enough to take a People work hard for their money chance with one of their adventure and should receive value when eat- courses has to done a special flight ing out. Customers should feel they jump suit. are getting more. Their large orders This is the perfect spot to watch are perfect for sharing. We have a the Skyjump or take the glass el- diverse menu.” evator up to the top of the tower, This is a “Customer’s Choice” the 61st floor’s outdoor observation tavern, where they have the say! deck. The menu lists 12 enormous sand- This is where it all happens, wiches and three wraps. where most of the adventures be- Vincent commented, “We sell a Vincent Martano, Sierra Gold Regional Manager gin! Participants walk to the outer ton of sliders. Who does not like a machines for view. at 215 & South Jones, Stephanie & Award winning Sandy grams and Discover the Ultimate rim and if they can take the first step small burger? They are 100 percent Vicent feels, “We are all about Warm Springs, Aliante Parkway & Zimmerman is a syndicated colum- Vacation travel specials. For sug- to jump off the ledge, they will fly Angus beef.” lounging, kicking back and spend- 215, Smoke Ranch & Buffalo. For nist featuring Show and Dining re- gestions, information or questions through the Macanese sky at 46 Sierra Gold’s six different styles ing time with friends or family.” information, call (702)-221-4120. views, travel, health, spas, luxury about any of Sandy’s articles, call miles an hour. of sliders include green chili, beef The Sierra Gold Taverns located * * * * * and more. Sandy is talk show host 702-735-5974 or email her at It is similar to a bungee jump but chili and cheese sauce, beef tender- of the Las Vegas Today Show pro- [email protected]. the Skyjump is a controlled aerial loin medallions, roast beef and trip involving no rebound or hang- cheddar cheese on slider buns as ing upside down. A cable is attached Almost every part of the tower pod of the tower, around an outdoor, jumping off the tower, walking Zimmerman has been involved in well as roast beef on an onion to the person’s harness and he/she is designed to support extreme sport open bridge with a see-through around the edge of the roof, climb- producing television programs, brioche bun and the pastrami is ready to jump. courses around its body, legs, shaft, metal grate. I think the most strenu- ing the mast, and performing all of television commercials and travel Reuben on a pretzel bun. First the jumper is stopped par- beams, and mast. During Skywalk ous of all challenges is climbing up the other adrenaline-pumping chal- specials for 28 years. Sandy is a Have you ever heard of a Cajun allel to the indoor observation deck X, you walk around the outer edge the masts vertical ladders, 328-ft. lenges, I decided to take the eleva- syndicated Show and Dining Re- or turkey burger? Or choose from lounge for a few seconds in order of the top of the tower just like you above the tower, or 1,108-ft. above tor down to the main floor to try one viewer, travel writer, professional over 28 different toppings and cre- to allow people to snap photos, and see them do in the movies. There the ground. of their six great restaurants. photographer and talk show host of ate your own burger. then allowed to drop down with a are NO handrails! The first of its kind in the world, SUGGESTIONS: Do you have a the Las Vegas Today Show and Dis- Among 10 salads, the grilled gentle landing 61 floors to the bot- Everyone is harnessed, attached Ironwork weaves around the legs of favorite city in the United States or cover the Ultimate Vacation travel chicken Quinoa salad includes tom of the tower. to a cable, a world-first overhead the tower at a height of 26-ft. and around the world? Please send the specials. For information or ques- Quinoa, arugula, grilled chicken The Skyjump was based on the rail system for safety. Groups par- takes 20 minutes to complete. The reasons for your choice, your name, tions about any of Sandy’s columns, breast, tomatoes, cucumbers, principle of “Fan Descenders,” a ticipating in team building walk youngest participant was 19 months telephone number, email and you contact Sandy Zimmerman: (702)- roasted red peppers, red onions and technology used in skydiving train- along the ledge blindfolded lead by and the oldest, a 96-year-old man. may win tickets to a free show or 735-5974 or email her at avocado with candied walnuts and ing and performing “falling stunts” the only person without a blindfold. After watching all of the people other prizes. Award winning Sandy [email protected] raspberry walnut vinaigrette. in movies. Sky walk takes you under the Sierra Gold even has a selection of marbled rye, sourdough, steak roll, ciabatta and whole wheat breads. For a meal in a rice bowl, the Thai Curry Shrimp, Fajita, Chicken Teriyaki and Sierra Chili bowls are hot and filling. These are original recipes with multi ingredients for a full taste treat with every bite. You can also choose a protein and two sides to create your own entrée from the diverse menu. The dining rooms, VIP lounge and banquet room are available for parties and business meetings. Their round bar is designed the en- tire length of the room and seats over 30 people. The sandwiches, salads and slid- ers are a meal by themselves. There The Kendrick Sandwich, named after Chef Kendrick, Sierra Gold’s green chili, beef chili cheese, tenderloin medallions, are several historic vintage slot on grilled sourdough bread. roast beef with cheddar cheese and pastrami Reuben sliders.

The large New Yorker deli-style sandwich includes three meats, three Sandy Zimmerman is tasting the sliders and a chicken Quinoa salad. cheeses and coleslaw piled high on marbled rye.