ADVISORY/Tremors From the Asian Crisis; International Advisory Board to Discuss Global Impact of Asian Turmoil.

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--   Americans' perception of how the Asian crisis will impact the
  U.S. economy?
--   Why ninety-five percent of Americans feel the U.S. should not
  help Asia get through its economic crisis?
--   Who the Asian economic crisis is hurting most?
What: Moderated by CNN's Frank Sesno, members of Edelman's newly
  formed International Advisory Board will share unique viewpoints
  on the current Asian economic situation and its global impact.
  These distinguished panelists will explore the implications of
  the crisis and a new Advisory Board poll.
Who: Participants from the International Advisory Board include:
--   Dr. Robert D. Hormats
       Vice Chairman, Goldman Sachs International
--   Dr. David K.P. Li
       Director and Chief Executive, Bank of East Asia
--   The Honorable Thomas F. "Mack" McLarty
       Former Counselor to the President and Special Envoy for the
       Americas
--   The Honorable Ann McLaughlin
       Chairman, The Aspen Institute
--   Frank Sesno, moderator
       Cable News Network
Where: Mark Hopkins Inter-Continental Hotel
  Number One Nob Hill
  Peacock Court Room
When: Wednesday, Sept. 23
  7:30 to 9:30 a.m.

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For more information or to RSVP, please contact Devereux Socas, 415/433-5381 ext.210 or [e-mail]