Post by FastNFancy on Oct 7, 2003 4:37:36 GMT -5
OUT & ABOUT
By Roxanne Roberts
Monday, October 6, 2003; Page C03
Proponents of the Buddies System
The unofficial East Coast headquarters of Arnold for Governor was all abuzz. We're speaking of the Potomac home of Schwarzenegger in-laws Eunice and Sargent Shriver, who played host to 600 guests Saturday at the 15th Best Buddies Ball. "It takes a Republican in the Kennedy family to win these days," said co-chair Raul Fernandez. "But they're very happy about it." Maria and Arnold were in Recall-land, but the rest of the Shrivers waved the family flag. "I said, 'Eunice, I can't believe you're finally supporting a Republican!' " reported Rep. Mark Foley. "She said, 'Don't say that, dear.' "
"Very excited," Eunice Shriver calmly said of her reaction to the race. "Very optimistic. Very confident in Arnold."
The party raised $1 million and was filled with that glamorous mix of Kennedys and Hollywood: Best Buddies founder Anthony Shriver, actors Robert De Niro (who didn't want to talk about anything) and Penelope Ann Miller, Sen. Ted Kennedy (who didn't want to talk about Arnold), the Temptations Review and Sen. Tom Harkin, who was honored for his work for people with disabilities (and was happy to talk about Arnold). "The votes aren't in yet," Harkin said with a smile. "If he wins, maybe he'll see the light and become Democrat."
Uncovering a Grand Cause
John Pickering and Patrick Leahy, at the Meridian Ball. (Rebecca D'Angelo - For The Washington Post)
Friday's 35th annual Meridian Ball was filled with ambassadors dedicated to world peace. What better place to get the real scoop on undercover operatives and diplomatic spouses?
"A spy? NO!" said veteran ambassadorial spouse Didi Cutler. "My lips are sealed," said Kerstin Eliasson, wife of the Swedish ambassador and science counselor at the embassy. "The only ones who know for sure are the Spanish and Swedish ambassadors," said Rakela Cerovic, wife of Spanish Ambassador Javier Ruperez. "That's why I'm so nice to both of them."
Scandals come and go, and the latest Washington storm will undoubtedly blow over, predicted Meridian President Walter Cutler. "There are obviously serious issues involved, but given the challenges we face, the inclination is to get on with it." With 37 embassy dinners preceding the elegant ball itself at Meridian House, the evening raised a record $500,000 for the center's work for international cooperation and respect. And not a spy in sight -- but then how could you tell? "We all are -- or wish we were," said Jim Kimsey. "It's a target-rich environment."
Chalk One Up for the Schools
From left, Sallie Mae CEO Albert L. Lord, emcee Willard Scott and Rep. John A. Boehner, an honoree, take a recess at School Night '03. (Rebecca D'Angelo - For The Washington Post)
No curfew Thursday night for the grown-up kids at School Night '03: The fifth annual fundraiser kept close to1,000 boys and girls up way past their bedtimes. The multimillion-dollar soiree at the Convention Center honored Rep. John Boehner and Sen. Dianne Feinstein (who played hooky) and raised $3 million for local students. "Part of the tragedy is that we haven't gotten it together in Washington," said D.C. School Superintendent Paul Vance. "What we are doing is peanuts compared to these guys tonight."
The annual extravaganza featured emcee Willard Scott, Sallie Mae CEO Al Lord, Washington Post Co. Chairman Donald Graham, and chalkboard centerpieces, take-home backpacks and dancing to '80s rockers Huey Lewis and the News. "We tried to get Tom Brokaw and the News," cracked Scott. "But they couldn't make it." Maybe he had homework.
By Roxanne Roberts
Monday, October 6, 2003; Page C03
Proponents of the Buddies System
The unofficial East Coast headquarters of Arnold for Governor was all abuzz. We're speaking of the Potomac home of Schwarzenegger in-laws Eunice and Sargent Shriver, who played host to 600 guests Saturday at the 15th Best Buddies Ball. "It takes a Republican in the Kennedy family to win these days," said co-chair Raul Fernandez. "But they're very happy about it." Maria and Arnold were in Recall-land, but the rest of the Shrivers waved the family flag. "I said, 'Eunice, I can't believe you're finally supporting a Republican!' " reported Rep. Mark Foley. "She said, 'Don't say that, dear.' "
"Very excited," Eunice Shriver calmly said of her reaction to the race. "Very optimistic. Very confident in Arnold."
The party raised $1 million and was filled with that glamorous mix of Kennedys and Hollywood: Best Buddies founder Anthony Shriver, actors Robert De Niro (who didn't want to talk about anything) and Penelope Ann Miller, Sen. Ted Kennedy (who didn't want to talk about Arnold), the Temptations Review and Sen. Tom Harkin, who was honored for his work for people with disabilities (and was happy to talk about Arnold). "The votes aren't in yet," Harkin said with a smile. "If he wins, maybe he'll see the light and become Democrat."
Uncovering a Grand Cause
John Pickering and Patrick Leahy, at the Meridian Ball. (Rebecca D'Angelo - For The Washington Post)
Friday's 35th annual Meridian Ball was filled with ambassadors dedicated to world peace. What better place to get the real scoop on undercover operatives and diplomatic spouses?
"A spy? NO!" said veteran ambassadorial spouse Didi Cutler. "My lips are sealed," said Kerstin Eliasson, wife of the Swedish ambassador and science counselor at the embassy. "The only ones who know for sure are the Spanish and Swedish ambassadors," said Rakela Cerovic, wife of Spanish Ambassador Javier Ruperez. "That's why I'm so nice to both of them."
Scandals come and go, and the latest Washington storm will undoubtedly blow over, predicted Meridian President Walter Cutler. "There are obviously serious issues involved, but given the challenges we face, the inclination is to get on with it." With 37 embassy dinners preceding the elegant ball itself at Meridian House, the evening raised a record $500,000 for the center's work for international cooperation and respect. And not a spy in sight -- but then how could you tell? "We all are -- or wish we were," said Jim Kimsey. "It's a target-rich environment."
Chalk One Up for the Schools
From left, Sallie Mae CEO Albert L. Lord, emcee Willard Scott and Rep. John A. Boehner, an honoree, take a recess at School Night '03. (Rebecca D'Angelo - For The Washington Post)
No curfew Thursday night for the grown-up kids at School Night '03: The fifth annual fundraiser kept close to1,000 boys and girls up way past their bedtimes. The multimillion-dollar soiree at the Convention Center honored Rep. John Boehner and Sen. Dianne Feinstein (who played hooky) and raised $3 million for local students. "Part of the tragedy is that we haven't gotten it together in Washington," said D.C. School Superintendent Paul Vance. "What we are doing is peanuts compared to these guys tonight."
The annual extravaganza featured emcee Willard Scott, Sallie Mae CEO Al Lord, Washington Post Co. Chairman Donald Graham, and chalkboard centerpieces, take-home backpacks and dancing to '80s rockers Huey Lewis and the News. "We tried to get Tom Brokaw and the News," cracked Scott. "But they couldn't make it." Maybe he had homework.
It's great that The Review is being requested in those circles!!! I would certainly agree...they are getting more prestigious gigs! Keep up the good work Dennis! 
