Barbra to Introduce President Bill Clinton at Public Counsel's Annual Event Celebrating 40 Years of Service for American Families, Youth and Veterans

MARCH 2, 2011, 5:55 pm

President Bill Clinton to Speak at Public Counsel's Annual Event Celebrating 40 Years of Service for American Families, Youth and Veterans

Forty-second President Will Receive 2011 William O. Douglas Award Presented by the Legendary Singer/Actress Barbra Streisand

LOS ANGELES, March 2, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- President Bill Clinton, founder of the William J. Clinton Foundation and the 42nd President of the United States, will receive Public Counsel's 2011 William O. Douglas Award at its annual event on March 18. The former president will be introduced by actress/singer Barbra Streisand.

"Public Counsel is thrilled to honor President Clinton as we celebrate 40 years of fighting for the rights of families, persecuted immigrants and veterans," said Hernan Vera, Public Counsel's President and CEO. "Our nation faces huge challenges in educating our children, protecting our returning veterans, and helping Americans hurt in the economic crisis get back on their feet. We are proud to share President Clinton's vision for America as a land of opportunity and equality for all."

Public Counsel will also honor CBS Television, which will receive the Corporate Achievement Award, and the law firm of Irell & Manella LLP, which will receive the Law Firm Pro Bono Award.

What:
President Bill Clinton to be honored at Public Counsel's William O. Douglas Dinner

Actress/singer Barbra Streisand to introduce President Clinton

When:
Friday, March 18, 2011

5:00 P.M. Arrivals and Red Carpet

6:00 P.M. Dinner

Where:
Beverly Hilton Hotel

9876 Wilshire Boulevard

Beverly Hills, CA 90210

About Public Counsel: Public Counsel was founded in 1970 and is the nation's largest nonprofit law firm that provides free legal services through a partnership with the nation's top law firms. We provide free legal services to more than 30,000 people every year, including children in the foster-care system, persecuted immigrants seeking asylum and American military veterans. The William O. Douglas Award is named for the late Supreme Court justice noted for his support for civil rights and freedom of speech. Learn more at www.publiccounsel.org

SOURCE Public Counsel

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Re: Barbra to Introduce President Bill Clinton at Public Counsel's Annual Event Celebrating 40 Years of Service for American Families, Youth and Veterans

Sat, 07/02/2011 - 11:06 — lifeonmars

We need to 'raise the bar' in who leads the liberal and progressive agenda.

I'm sorry, Ms. Streisand, but, especially after the Anthony Weiner incident, we can't afford the idolizing of people like Bill Clinton.

Yes, I know, the Republicans have their share of morally reprehensible people, but liberals and progressives need to take the 'high road' if we are going to keep the White House in '12, not to speak of a majority in Congress.

Obama is vulnerable, and the current Republican field has some of the most hard-core rightist extremists this country since the '50s.

We need to keep them out of power as much as possible.

Giving Bill Clinton awards and promoting him as an ideal leader for liberals/progressive gives the Republicans an advantage.

Re: Barbra to Introduce President Bill Clinton at Public Counsel's Annual Event Celebrating 40 Years of Service for American Families, Youth and Veterans

Sat, 03/19/2011 - 17:00 — Glenn Holland

Miss Streisand you may never read or hear of this post, but I have to share my feelings about you. I am a 40 year american male. I have been drawn to the angelic sounds of your singing since i was at least 5 years of age. I havent always agreed with your political views but i do respect your opinions as a fellow american and i also think that we all should be open to each others ideas to come together for real benefits towards all the earth and its inhabitants. With that said, i believe without any doubt, that you are the greatest female singer and performer that has ever been or possibly ever will be on the face of this world. I am currently introducing your music to my 12 yr and 15 yr daughters as well. Not to sound like a stalker or madman, for i have never written any famous persons before, miss streisand i would pay any monetary price for just one time to hear you perform live. Even if i had to sit in the farthest position from the stage. When i hear your songs, i experience a deepened inward peace that i could never explain in any other way. May all your days and nights be in joy and happiness. Thank you for being.

Re: Barbra to Introduce President Bill Clinton at Public Counsel's Annual Event Celebrating 40 Years of Service for American Families, Youth and Veterans

Thu, 03/17/2011 - 21:27 — jrobbrown

Good evening my dear Barbra. Just a note to see if perhaps you have considered adding "Something New In My Life" to your upcoming 'Bergman' album that you're working on now? It is a beautiful and magical song often over-looked. I can only imagine your interpretation of this little gem - in fact, I believe that this song might speak to you deeply, and in turn, to us.

All my love,
J. Rob Brown

Re: Barbra to Introduce President Bill Clinton at Public Counsel's Annual Event Celebrating 40 Years of Service for American Families, Youth and Veterans

Sun, 03/13/2011 - 16:21 — josbreen

Ms Streisand,
As lifelong fans of yours, my boyfriend and I were beside ourselves with excitement when it was announced you would be doing "Gypsy". Today when we heard that Sondheim nixed it we were ready to charge down the streets in an anti-Sondheim protest! We found the reasoning in his public statement to be rather close to bulls***, and one would think any composer would jump at the chance to have you interpret one of their roles.

However you may be feeling about this, please know that two of your fans are terribly dissappointed. Now this just means you need to do a film version of Webber's "Sunset Blvd."

Supporting you from NYC
Joe and David

Re: Barbra to Introduce President Bill Clinton at Public Counsel's Annual Event Celebrating 40 Years of Service for American Families, Youth and Veterans

Wed, 03/09/2011 - 18:16 — Bluffsinview

We need you! This Saturday, March 12, at noon, there will be a gigantic rally at the Capitol building in Madison, WI to protest the horrendous bills our Gov. Scott Walker has proposed. In them he repeatedly and handsomely rewards his donors, and hurts all the rest of us here in WI. He is a literal dictator who is hoping to get a VP spot on the Republican ticket. He must be stopped. If you know anyone who would like to perform or appear or speak, we would be so happy to have them. You would be best, but that would be way tooo miraculous!!! Love you and your efforts, Barbra!
Pat Nash
Baraboo, WI