Stories tagged with "former president bill clinton"

Renaissance man Mel Simon did it his way by Will Higgins

Pacers co-owner’s upbeat funeral reflects diverse achievements In death as in life, Mel Simon got what he wanted: a celebratory funeral — a large crowd, some laughs, no... – Sep 19, 2009 at 1:01 AM in Business

Clinton calls Simon 'friend of underdog' by indystar

Former President Bill Clinton’s office issued this statement Thursday on the death of Melvin Simon. “Mel Simon was a friend to the underdog, and an inspiring example of... – Sep 18, 2009 at 1:04 PM in Politics & Government

Powerful friends bid goodbye to Simon by Will Higgins

12:50 — ‘My Way’ ends funeral service Two thousand mourners packed the synagogue for the hour-long service, after which shopping mall developer Melvin... – Sep 18, 2009 at 12:37 PM in Marion County

A behind-the-scenes political player with deep pockets by Mary Beth

Melvin Simon never ran for office and never headlined political events. But few Hoosiers have had more influence on the Democratic Party in recent years. Simon was a major... – Sep 17, 2009 at 1:03 AM in Retail/Real Estate

Laura Ling: Spread word of others incarcerated by USA Today

To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW LOS ANGELES (AP) — One of the two U.S. television reporters held in North Korea for 4... – Aug 12, 2009 at 3:20 PM in Entertainment

Quayle wonders: Can Obama 'tame the left wing'? by indystar

Former Republican VP from Indiana says president faces ‘very tough decisions’ STATELINE, Nev. — Former Vice President Dan Quayle gives President Barack Obama high... – Jul 19, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Politics & Government

Democrats choose wrong time to question CIA actions by indystar

With an ongoing war in the Middle East, now is not the time to question (publicly) the Central Intelligence Agency and Bush administration about prior actions before our enemies.... – Jul 17, 2009 at 1:00 AM in Letters to the editor

'Spirit of Michael is here' at Apollo, plus a throng of fans by USA Today

To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW To view this presentation, you need to install the Flash plug-in GET IT NOW Michael... – Jun 30, 2009 at 2:38 PM in Entertainment

Deficit must be tackled ASAP, Bill Clinton tells Indiana Dems by Bill Mccleery

It must be tackled ASAP, he tells Hoosiers Former President Bill Clinton defended the Obama administration’s bailout measures in a speech Saturday night to Indiana Democrats,... – Jun 21, 2009 at 2:13 AM in Politics & Government

Baseball played key role in civil rights movement by indystar

Robinson becoming 1st black Major League Baseball player was a milestone moment CINCINNATI — Baseball helped usher an era of civil rights into the United States, former... – Jun 21, 2009 at 1:02 AM in Sports

Clinton tells Ind. Dems Obama on right track by indystar

INDIANAPOLIS — Former President Bill Clinton rallied Indiana Democrats on Saturday with a vigorous defense of President Barack Obama, saying that Obama has done what was... – Jun 20, 2009 at 11:33 PM in News

Bill Clinton to speak in Indy on Saturday by indystar

Former President Bill Clinton will be the keynote speaker for the Indiana Democratic party’s Jefferson Jackson Day fundraiser Saturday night in Indianapolis. Other speakers... – Jun 18, 2009 at 12:15 PM in Politics & Government

At Cannes, cinema takes up the fight against AIDS by USA Today

CANNES, France — This is how Hollywood throws a garage sale.The stars head out just beyond the front yard (Europe), bring some of their pals (rich and famous) to a comfy... – May 22, 2009 at 2:07 AM in Entertainment

Larry King's crossroads intersect in 'Journey' by USA Today

Larry King's life runs the spectrum. He has been married eight times to seven women. He's had a personal relationship with every president since Richard Nixon."I'm a survivor. I've... – May 17, 2009 at 10:46 PM in Entertainment

Democrats' dinner to feature Bill Clinton by indystar

The Indiana Democratic Party says former President Bill Clinton will be the keynote speaker for the party’s Jefferson Jackson Day dinner on June 20. Tickets to the fundraiser... – May 07, 2009 at 8:27 AM in Politics & Government

Historians rank Lincoln first by indystar

WASHINGTON — Just days after the nation honored the 200th anniversary of his birth, 65 historians ranked Abraham Lincoln as the nation’s best president. Former... – Feb 16, 2009 at 11:18 AM in News

Rice to meet with publishers about memoirs by The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) -- Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will be meeting with publishers later this month to discuss three book projects, including a memoir of her service in... – Jan 17, 2009 at 12:31 AM in Entertainment

Scribner to publish first lady Laura Bush's memoir by The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) -- First lady Laura Bush, among the most reserved and enigmatic public figures of recent times, will, at last, tell her story.How much she will disclose... – Jan 05, 2009 at 10:02 AM in Entertainment

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Clintons to join NYC mayor for New Year's Eve by The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) -- Last New Year's Eve they were in Iowa. This year, Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton and former President Bill Clinton will be in Times Square, helping Mayor... – Dec 30, 2008 at 3:31 PM in Entertainment