Tag Archives: pop culture

Sienna Miller, Cell Phones and the DRC

Posted on May 10, 2009 by Martha Heinemann Bixby

Originally posted at Stop Genocide. Sienna Miller is in the Democratic Republic of the Congo with International Medical Corps, TakePart.com, and Children Mending Hearts to raise awareness of the long-running conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and its devastating … Continue reading →

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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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President Obama: Are You Watching “24”?

Posted on February 1, 2009 by Martha Heinemann Bixby

Originally posted at Stop Genocide. As I have been occasionally blogging, genocide prevention is a major storyline of this season of the popular Fox show “24”. While in most cases our real government officials shouldn’t look to “24” for guidance … Continue reading →