Tag Archives: George Clooney

George Clooney on Dateline NBC

Posted on March 15, 2009 by Martha Heinemann Bixby

Tonight on Dateline NBC (7 ET/6 CT): Actor and Activist George Clooney always draws a crowd. But now he’s drawing attention to some of those who need it most: the refugees of Darfur. The very word “Darfur” itself has come … Continue reading →

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White House, George Clooney weigh in on ICC

Posted on March 4, 2009 by Martha Heinemann Bixby

From the White House: “The White House believes those that have committed atrocities should be held accountable,” Gibbs told reporters. “We would urge restraint on the part of all parties including the government of Sudan. “Further violence against civilian Sudanese … Continue reading →

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The Oscars, the Grammys and Genocide

Posted on February 22, 2009 by Martha Heinemann Bixby

Originally posted at Stop Genocide: The red carpet is filled with stars tonight, but you might have noticed that an awards show regular is missing. Instead of hanging out with Brad and Angelina, George Clooney is recovering from a trip … Continue reading →

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Origin of Shepard Fairey’s HOPE painting

Posted on January 23, 2009 by Martha Heinemann Bixby

I just learned that the “HOPE” painting of President Obama is based off of a photo of him taken at a Darfur event! My colleague Matt passed along the link to BuzzFeed, and made this comment: “The photo Shepard Fairey … Continue reading →

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