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Steve Jobs 1955-2011

Admin at www.cpccci.com — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 03:48:51 +0000

Statement from President Barack Obama:
“Michelle and I are saddened to learn of the passing of Steve Jobs. Steve was among the greatest of American innovators – brave enough to think differently, bold enough to believe he could change the world, and talented enough to do it.
By building one of the planet’s most successful companies from his garage, he exemplified the spirit of American ingenuity. By making computers personal and putting the internet in our pockets, he made the information revolution not only accessible, but intuitive and fun. And by turning his talents to storytelling, he has brought joy to millions of children and grownups alike. Steve was fond of saying that he lived every day like it was his last. Because he did, he transformed our lives, redefined entire industries, and achieved one of the rarest feats in human history: he changed the way each of us sees the world.
The world has lost a visionary. And there may be no greater tribute to Steve’s success than the fact that much of the world learned of his passing on a device he invented. Michelle and I send our thoughts and prayers to Steve’s wife Laurene, his family, and all those who loved him.”

Statement from Bill Gates:
“I’m truly saddened to learn of Steve Jobs’ death. Melinda and I extend our sincere condolences to his family and friends, and to everyone Steve has touched through his work.
Steve and I first met nearly 30 years ago, and have been colleagues, competitors and friends over the course of more than half our lives.
The world rarely sees someone who has had the profound impact Steve has had, the effects of which will be felt for many generations to come.
For those of us lucky enough to get to work with him, it’s been an insanely great honor. I will miss Steve immensely. “

Statement from Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook founder and CEO:
“Steve, thank you for being a mentor and a friend. Thanks for showing that what you build can change the world. I will miss you.”

Statement from Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen:
“My condolences to Steve Jobs family and friends. We’ve lost a unique tech pioneer and auteur who knew how to make amazingly great products.”

Statement from House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif.
“Steve Jobs was a visionary who changed the way we live, an innovator whose products brought joy to millions, a risktaker who wasn’t afraid to challenge the status quo, and an entrepreneur who led one of the most creative companies of our time.
“His sage advice was respected by policymakers on both sides of the aisle. His courageous fight against cancer brought strength to many.
“I hope it is a comfort to those who loved him, especially his family, that so many grieve his loss and are praying for them at this sad time.”

Statement from Walt Disney president Bob Iger:
“Steve Jobs was a great friend as well as a trusted advisor. His legacy will extend far beyond the products he created or the businesses he built. It will be the millions of people he inspired, the lives he changed, and the culture he defined. Steve was such an “original,” with a thoroughly creative, imaginative mind that defined an era. Despite all he accomplished, it feels like he was just getting started. With his passing the world has lost a rare original, Disney has lost a member of our family, and I have lost a great friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Laurene and his children during this difficult time.”

Statement from California Gov. Edmund Brown:
“Steve Jobs was a great California innovator who demonstrated what a totally independent and creative mind can accomplish. Few people have made such a powerful and elegant imprint on our lives. Anne and I wish to express our deepest sympathy to Steve’s wife, Laurene, and their entire family.”

Statement from New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg:
“Tonight, America lost a genius who will be remembered with Edison and Einstein, and whose ideas will shape the world for generations to come. Again and again over the last four decades, Steve Jobs saw the future and brought it to life long before most people could even see the horizon. And Steve’s passionate belief in the power of technology to transform the way we live brought us more than smart phones and iPads: it brought knowledge and power that is reshaping the face of civilization. In New York City’s government, everyone from street construction inspectors to NYPD detectives have harnessed Apple’s products to do their jobs more efficiently and intuitively. Tonight our City – a city that has always had such respect and admiration for creative genius – joins with people around the planet in remembering a great man and keeping Laurene and the rest of the Jobs family in our thoughts and prayers.”
Celebrities and Politicians Take to Twitter to Offer Condolences

Arianna Huffington, Huffington Post CEO:
“@ariannahuff: My thoughts go out to Steve Jobs’ family and friends. Thank you for changing our world.”

Steve Levitan, co-creator/executive producer of ABC’s “Modern Family”:
“@SteveLevitan: I’m so sorry to hear about the death of Steve Jobs. He was truly one of my heroes. He leaves one hell of a legacy. #iSad”

SnoopDogg, Rapper
“@snoopdogg: RIP Steve Jobs Rest in peace homie.”

Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger:
“@Schwarzenegger: Steve lived the California Dream every day of his life and he changed the world and inspired all of us. #ThankYouSteve”

Former California first lady Maria Shriver:
“@mariashriver: I’m going to turn off my Apple computer, iPhone and iPad tonight at 8pm and honor Steve with a moment of

digital silence. Will you join me?”
“@mariashriver: I’m so happy that I knew him and was so blessed by his friendship. He impacted all of our lives and changed the world.”
“@mariashriver: My heart weeps for all who worked with Steve and who loved him, especially my friend Laurene and their children.”

Jon Huntsman, Republican presidential candidate
“@JonHuntsman: Sad to hear about the passing of Steve Jobs, a true inspiration and a great American innovator.”

Ryan Seacrest, “American Idol” host/radio talk show personality/producer
“@RyanSeacrest: ‘Have the courage to follow ur heart & intuition. They already know what u truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.’ – Steve Jobs”

Nancy Grace, TV host, “Dancing With the Stars” contestent
“@NancyGraceHLN: About to go to air & discovered news about Steve Jobs – My heart goes out to his family tonight. #RIP Steve Jobs”

Lebron James, Miami Heat forward
“@KingJames: R.I.P Steve Jobs. Someone who definitely left his mark on this world! Innovations that will live and last forever!!”

Neil Patrick Harris, Actor on “How I Met Your Mother”
“@ActuallyNPH: Rest in peace, Steve Jobs. Your genius will live on for generations to come…”

Zach Braff, Actor
“@zachbraff: RIP Steve Jobs. A legend. A visionary innovator.”

Nick Lachey, singer, host of “The Sing-Off”
“@NickSLachey: Best wishes to the family of #stevejobs. What an amazing man and amazing life! Certainly, his legacy will be with us all forever. #RIP.”

Susan Boyle

Admin at www.cpccci.com — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:31:37 +0000

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House passes bill taxing Wall Street bonuses

Roberto Espinoza — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:59:01 +0000

WASHINGTON (CNN) — The House of Representatives passed legislation Thursday to try to recoup bonuses paid to Wall Street executives with taxpayer money.
The measure passed, 328-93; most Democrats supported the measure, while Republicans were sharply divided.

A two-thirds majority among all members voting was required for passage.

The measure would tax individuals on any bonuses received in 2009 from companies getting $5 billion or more in money from the Troubled Asset Relief Program, or TARP. Bonuses for people with incomes over $250,000 would be taxed at a 90 percent rate.

“Today’s vote rightly reflects the outrage that so many feel over the lavish bonuses that AIG provided its employees at the expense of the taxpayers who have kept this failed company afloat,” President Obama said. “I look forward to receiving a final product that will serve as a strong signal to the executives who run these firms that such compensation will not be tolerated.”

For full article at CNN website: http://www.cnn.com/2009/POLITICS/03/19/bonus.bill/index.html

About Natasha Richardson

Roberto Espinoza — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:18:51 +0000

Prior to the latest film’s release, Richardson was in a tragic accident while learning how to ski in Quebec, Canada. She allegedly suffered a serious head injury following a fall on the slopes. Though she walked off on her own accord, she later complained of headaches and was rushed to the hospital, where she was reportedly in critical condition. Husband Liam Neeson rushed from a film shoot in Toronto to be by her side.

Her life:
* 1968 Made film debut at the age of four in a film directed by her father, The Charge of the Light Brigade ; also starred her mother Vanessa Redgrave
* 1984 American TV acting debut, the CBS miniseries Ellis Island
* 1984 Film acting debut in Every Picture Tells a Story
* 1985 West End debut opposite mother, Vanessa Redgrave, in a revival of Anton Chekhov s The Seagull
* 1986 Starred in the London stage production of High Society
* 1987 Co-starred with Kenneth Branagh and Colin Firth in A Month in the Country ; directed by Pat O Connor
* 1987 Portrayed Mary Godwin in the Ken Russell film, Gothic
* 1988 Played the title role in the biographical film directed by Paul Schrader, Patty Hearst
* 1990 Starred with Robert Duvall and Faye Dunaway in The Handmaid s Tale
* 1993 Had role of Catharine Holly in the PBS presentation of Suddenly, Last Summer
* 1993 Made Broadway debut starring opposite Liam Neeson in a revival of Eugene O Neill s Anna Christie ; received Tony Award nomination
* 1993 Re-teamed with director Pat O Connor to play the title role in Zelda, a TNT biopic about the Southern wife of American author F. Scott Fitzgerald
* 1994 Appeared alongside Neeson and Jodie Foster in Nell
* 1998 First film in four years, The Parent Trap
* 1998 Returned to the NY stage to play Sally Bowles in the Sam Mendes-Rob Marshall helmed revival of Cabaret
* 2001 Had featured role in the screen comedy Blow Dry
* 2001 Starred in the based-on-fact CBS miniseries Haven
* 2002 Cast as a New York socialite in Maid In Manhattan
* 2002 Had featured role in the ensemble comedy Waking Up in Reno
* 2005 Cast as Blanche DuBois in a revival of Tennessee Williams A Streetcar Named Desire opposite John C. Reilly
* 2005 Starred opposite Ian McKellen in the psychological thriller Asylum
* 2007 Appeared alongside her mother, Vanessa Redgrave in the ensemble film, Evening
* 2009 Played the roles of mother and daughter, opposite Vanessa Redgrave, in a one-night benefit concert version of A Little Night Music at Studio 54 in New York
* Began career in regional theater with Leeds Playhouse
* Joined the New Shakespeare Company