peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Funeral for Congressman Donald M. Payne Sr. By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 14 Mar 2012 12:48:21 EDT "Although we have come together in a time of loss, it is clear that we are bound by more than grief. We are united by our gratitude – for Congressman Payne’s enduring contributions, his many sacrifices, and his inspiring achievement," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Meeting of the President’s Interagency Task Force to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:41:10 EDT "For the Department of Justice, our commitment to preventing human trafficking, bringing traffickers to justice, and assisting victims has never been stronger – and our approach has never been more effective. Our work has sent a clear and critical message: that, in this country – and under this Administration – human trafficking crimes will not be tolerated," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Associate Attorney General Tony West Speaks at the Consumer Federation of America 2012 Consumer Assembly By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 16 Mar 2012 11:47:21 EDT "Over a decade ago, as a lawyer in the California Attorney General’s office, I worked on a variety of consumer protection issues, from identity theft to the victimization of elder consumers. And over the last three years, President Obama, Attorney General Eric Holder and I have made protecting consumers a centerpiece of the Justice Department’s overall anti-fraud efforts," said Acting Associate Attorney General West. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks for the Vanderbilt University Law School Cecil Sims Lecture Series By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:15:28 EDT "Although nearly a full century has passed since Cecil Sims graduated from this law school with top honors, across the academic campus he loved – and in the communities, courtrooms, and State House where he made his mark – his example still serves as a reminder that the actions of a single person can make a difference in countless lives," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the White House LGBT Conference on Safe Schools & Communities By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 20 Mar 2012 12:53:37 EDT "This morning, I’m proud to join you in affirming a simple truth, and renewing this Administration’s commitment – as well as my own – to an essential idea: that no one deserves to be bullied, harassed, or victimized because of who they are, how they worship, or who they love," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Raising the Bar in D.C. Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 22 Mar 2012 19:08:37 EDT "Over the last 15 years, more than half of all states – plus the District of Columbia – have created Access to Justice Commissions. Here in Washington, Commission leaders, supporters, and partners have taken a central role in reinvigorating this city’s pro bono culture – and providing representation to those who cannot afford to retain counsel. And, despite the absence of adequate funding, your efforts to reduce barriers to access have made a difference in thousands of lives," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez Speaks at a Press Conference Regarding Guilty Pleas in Mississippi By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 22 Mar 2012 19:20:05 EDT "Today is an important day in the journey for justice for the family of James Craig Anderson, and other African American victims of senseless, racially motivated violence in Jackson. Earlier today, the Department of Justice secured guilty pleas from three of the individuals responsible for the brutal, racially motivated murder of James Anderson," said Assistant Attorney General Perez. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Justice Programs Mary Lou Leary Speaks at the National Forum on Youth Violence Prevention Summit By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 2 Apr 2012 08:56:43 EDT "I don’t need to tell anyone here what a difficult challenge youth violence is. You’re all part of the Forum because you’ve seen the consequences of juvenile crime in your own communities. You understand how complex this issue is – and you know this is not a problem any of us can solve alone – especially in this tough fiscal climate," said Acting Assistant Attorney General Leary. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Forum on Youth Violence Prevention Summit By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 2 Apr 2012 08:58:11 EDT "Especially in recent weeks – as the importance of protecting our children from harm has been at the forefront of our national discourse – the urgency of this challenge has been brought into stark focus. And the need to take action has never been more clear," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Deputy Attorney General James M. Cole Speaks to Cincinnati Police Department Officers Attending Community Relations Service Training Session By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 3 Apr 2012 12:43:08 EDT "There are parts of the world where everyone shares the same culture, the same religion, and the same language. But that’s not America. And it’s not Cincinnati. According to the Census Bureau, there are over 13,000 people in this city who were born outside of the United States. There are around 20,000 whose primary language isn’t English. And there are still more who follow customs and traditions that our own upbringing didn’t expose us to," said Deputy Attorney General Cole. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Chicago Health Care Fraud Prevention Summit By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 4 Apr 2012 11:12:53 EDT "How did we get here? In large part, because – nearly three years ago – the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services came together in a new way, and made a collective commitment to meeting our shared goals and responsibilities. This commitment inspired Secretary Sebelius and I to launch a landmark joint initiative – the Health Care Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Action Team, known as 'HEAT,'" said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Associate Attorney General Tony West Speaks at the Youth Violence Champions of Change Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 4 Apr 2012 14:39:55 EDT "Because the issue of preventing Youth Violence is one that Attorney General Holder and I are deeply committed to. As he often says, fighting violence in our cities and building a fair and effective justice system – a system that keeps citizens safe and maintains its legitimacy in the eyes of everyone it serves – has never been more difficult, and never more urgent," said Acting Associate Attorney General West. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Sherman Act Award Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:55:20 EDT "Those of you who’ve had the privilege – and great benefit – of working with Jim know that he is a fearless and tireless advocate for fairness and justice. For decades, he has worked to protect the American people from anticompetitive conduct – and has stood out as an effective and innovative leader in this field," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Action Network 14th Annual Convention By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:43:49 EDT "Although 44 years have passed since our nation first mourned the loss of Dr. King, it is clear that his spirit lives on. His enduring contributions have allowed me to stand on this stage as our nation’s first African-American Attorney General, and to serve alongside our first African-American President. And the dream that he shared – on the National Mall that now includes a memorial in his honor – has inspired countless acts of compassion and collaboration, including the creation of the National Action Network more than two decades ago," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Assistant Attorney General Sharis A. Pozen Speaks at the E Books Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:16:15 EDT "It is important for the department to conclude its investigation and bring this action to maintain an open and competitive marketplace while we are in the early stages of this emerging technology–electronic books. Ensuring an open and competitive marketplace allows for innovation, which is good for businesses participating in that marketplace and is good for consumers," said Acting Assistant Attorney General Pozen. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the E-books Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:17:26 EDT "In recent years, we have seen the rapid growth – and the many benefits – of electronic books. E-books are transforming our daily lives, and improving how information and content is shared. For the growing number of Americans who want to take advantage of this new technology, the Department of Justice is committed to ensuring that e-books are as affordable as possible," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Associate Attorney General Tony West Speaks at the Y Factor: Men Leading by Example Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:04:25 EDT "When we survey the landscape around the country and see great efforts such as this summit taking place, it reminds us that in the 17 years since the Violence Against Women Act was first passed, we can truly say we've made great progress in the way communities respond to domestic and dating violence, sexual assault and stalking," said Acting Associate Attorney General West. Full Article Speech
peaks Deputy Attorney General James M. Cole Speaks at the Yale Law School Human Trafficking Symposium By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:30:11 EDT "The Department of Justice is resolutely committed to preventing and combating human trafficking in all its forms. For Attorney General Holder and I, this is a deeply held conviction," said Deputy Attorney General Cole. Full Article Speech
peaks Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division Thomas E. Perez Speaks at the Rutgers Law Voting Symposium By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 13 Apr 2012 17:58:00 EDT "It is an unfortunate reality that unlawful discrimination in voting persists, just as it does in the workplace, in schools, and in so many other parts of our lives," said Assistant Attorney General Perez. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Georgia Appleseed Center for Law and Justice Good Apple Awards By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:22:39 EDT "For nearly two decades – since 1993, when a group of concerned and frustrated – but ultimately hopeful – Harvard Law School graduates from the Class of 1958 came together around a common goal – to launch a new, national effort that would help establish public interest law centers across the country and rally support for struggling pro bono organizations – the Appleseed Network has been on the front lines of the fight to realize our nation’s founding promise of equal justice under law," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Deputy Attorney General James M. Cole Speaks at the 12th Annual International Family Justice Center Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:21:34 EDT "While the Department of Justice does a great deal in this area, it is committed to doing more to serve survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse and to prevent these terrible crimes from occurring in the first place. That is why, led by the excellent work of the Office on Violence Against Women, we are working to support a coordinated community response to address the causes and consequences of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and child abuse," said Deputy Attorney General Cole. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the White House Event on the Violence Against Women Act By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:57:12 EDT "Today, as Attorney General – and as the father of two teenage girls – this work remains both a personal and professional priority. And for our nation’s Department of Justice, vigorously enforcing the provisions of the Violence Against Women Act is part of our solemn commitment to the citizens we are privileged to serve," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Deputy Attorney General James M. Cole Speaks at the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization Small Business Procurement Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:27:34 EDT "At the Department of Justice, we know that small businesses are adaptable and innovative. We have come to rely on them to support many of our most important missions, from ensuring the national security to combating violent crime, fighting financial fraud, and protecting those most in need of our help – our children; the elderly; and victims of hate crimes, human trafficking and exploitation," said Deputy Attorney General Cole. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Memorial Service for Police Chief Michael Maloney By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 19 Apr 2012 12:34:08 EDT "From the time he walked this gridiron, Michael Maloney was a leader. Shortly after he graduated from high school, he discovered a passion for public service that came to shape his life – and improved so many others. Although he could have chosen an easier path – or a safer one – he wanted to use his skills and many talents to help people and communities in need. He wanted to make a difference. And, by any measure, he succeeded," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Justice Programs Mary Lou Leary Speaks at the National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:06:10 EDT "For me, personally, working with victims has been the most rewarding aspect of my career, bar none. Nothing compares with the satisfaction of helping to restore a sense of dignity and safety to a crime victim – and nothing has greater impact," said Acting Assistant Attorney General Leary. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:09:05 EDT "This year’s 12 awardees have helped change the course of recovery for survivors of sexual assault; created one of the first state corrections-based victim assistance programs in the nation; and promoted awareness of – and improvements to – federal victims’ rights laws," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division Thomas E. Perez Speaks at the NSBA Council of School Attorneys By www.justice.gov Published On :: Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:00:35 EDT We live in a nation where education is considered perhaps the single most important factor in determining whether an individual will find success in life. As a government – and as attorneys tasked with protecting our children’s ability to succeed in schools across the country - we have a critical responsibility to work together to break down any barriers a child might face in accessing his or her right to a quality education. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Antitrust Division Sharis A. Pozen Speaks at the Brookings Institution By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:11:51 EDT My time at the division has been a remarkable experience and I welcome this opportunity to highlight the division’s great work and achievements on behalf of American consumers. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Associate Attorney General Tony West Speaks at the Defending Childhood Task Force Meeting By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:11:40 EDT "When it comes to violence, the challenges our children face are clear. We know that over 60 percent -- regardless of race – are exposed to some form of violence, crime, or abuse. Whether it's at home, in school, on the streets, or online, our children are witnessing and experiencing intolerable levels of violence. We also know that understanding the nature and extent of children’s exposure to violence is essential to effectively combating its effects," said Acting Associate Attorney General West. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks on Human Trafficking for the Frank and Kula Kumpuris Distinguished Lecture Series By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:56:55 EDT "This evening, we have come together to focus on such an issue; and contribute to an important national dialogue – about how we can advance our nation’s long struggle for fairness and freedom; and, specifically, how we can more successfully identify, assist, and seek justice on behalf of the millions of human trafficking victims who have been trapped in some form of slavery, bonded labor, or forced prostitution," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Deputy Attorney General James M. Cole Speaks at the 2012 Tribal Consultation Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:20:45 EDT "The Department of Justice has an important legal and moral responsibility to prosecute violent crime in Indian country, because under current law, in much of Indian country, we alone have the authority to seek an appropriate sentence when a serious crime has been committed. Our role as the sole prosecutor for serious violent crime makes our responsibility to citizens in Indian country unique, and we take it seriously," said Deputy Attorney General Cole. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Associate Attorney General Tony West Speaks at the Department of Justice Sexual Assault Awareness Month Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:05:29 EDT "This month is an invitation. It’s an invitation for us to stand together and confront the enormity of sexual violence; to re-dedicate ourselves to bringing justice to victims and their families; to break the silence and to redouble our efforts to hold perpetrators of sexual assault accountable," said Acting Associate Attorney General West. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Director of the Office on Violence Against Women Bea Hanson Speaks at the Department of Justice Sexual Assault Awareness Month Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:07:37 EDT "Over the past couple of years OVW has made a concerted effort to prioritize sexual violence by providing grants to address the gap in services and resources for victims and survivors of rape and sexual violence," said Acting Director Hanson. Full Article Speech
peaks Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division Thomas E. Perez Speaks at Shelby County, Tenn., Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 26 Apr 2012 14:46:59 EDT "The racial disparities in the treatment of African-American children raise serious constitutional concerns under the equal protection clause," said Assistant Attorney General Perez. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia Servant of Justice Awards 80th Anniversary Dinner By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 26 Apr 2012 19:20:26 EDT "Every day, Legal Aid attorneys are in the courtroom – standing up for survivors of domestic violence; helping families facing eviction, and veterans who have been denied their benefits; and making sure adults and children alike have an understanding of the rights and protections to which they are entitled. And, because of your consistent focus on pro bono work, you are helping to rally the entire bar to this cause," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Division Stuart F. Delery Speaks at the White House LGBT Conference on Families By www.justice.gov Published On :: Sat, 28 Apr 2012 10:17:59 EDT "Over the past three years, the President and federal agencies throughout the government have taken crucial steps to support LGBT individuals and their families," said Acting Assistant Attorney General Delery. Full Article Speech
peaks Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division Thomas E. Perez Speaks at the Missoula, Mont., Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Tue, 1 May 2012 18:48:24 EDT "The purpose of the investigation is to determine whether the University and the law enforcement agencies acted promptly, adequately, and fairly to protect the safety of women and whether the university, the police, and the county attorney have comprehensive and integrated systems in place to do so," said Assistant Attorney General Perez. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Health Care Fraud Takedown Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: "As of today, as part of a coordinated, nationwide takedown, the Medicare Fraud Strike Force – a joint initiative led by the Departments of Justice and HHS that’s comprised of federal, state, and local investigators and law enforcement officials from across the country – has charged 107 defendants in seven different cities for their alleged participation in Medicare fraud schemes involving approximately $452 million in false billings. This is the highest amount of alleged false Medicare billings involved in a single takedown in the Strike Force’s 5-year history," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Division Lanny A. Breuer Speaks at the Health Care Fraud Takedown Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 2 May 2012 13:52:30 EDT "From Los Angeles, to Chicago, to Miami, these defendants allegedly submitted over $450 million in fraudulent claims to the Medicare program. This represents the largest Medicare fraud takedown in Department history, as measured by the amount of alleged fraudulent billings," said Assistant Attorney General Breuer. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Justice Programs Mary Lou Leary Speaks at Arresting Demand: a National Colloquium By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 3 May 2012 13:36:55 EDT "Sex trafficking is a big money-maker for criminals and a scourge to society. Traffickers callously seek to furnish their market with women, girls, and boys who have been cast out by society and whose options are few. In many cases, they are young people – not even teenagers – who are looking for the home they’ve never had. What they find, instead, are betrayal, cruelty, and abuse. And sadly, too often our systems of support and justice have offered no quarter," said Acting Assistant Attorney General Leary. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the University of Michigan Law School Senior Day Ceremony By www.justice.gov Published On :: Sun, 6 May 2012 14:01:28 EDT "Know this: times of difficulty, of novel questions and new tests, are the most exciting, and consequential, times to be a lawyer. Since our nation's earliest days, the service and contributions of attorneys - and, very often, of young attorneys - have kept the great and unique American experiment in motion," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the Detroit NAACP Centennial Celebration 57th Annual Fight for Freedom Dinner By www.justice.gov Published On :: Sun, 6 May 2012 20:40:10 EDT "Across the Administration, we’re working in a range of other innovative ways to achieve fairness and expand opportunity – from successfully advocating for the reduction of the unfair and unjust 100-to-1 sentencing disparity between crack and powder cocaine offenses – to launching a new, Department-wide Diversity Management Initiative. And our determination to build on these efforts has, quite simply, never been stronger," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Deputy Attorney General James M. Cole Speaks at Press Conference Regarding Settlement with Abbott Laboratories By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 7 May 2012 15:40:21 EDT "As today’s announcement shows, we are committed to combating health care fraud in all its forms – from fly-by-night operations to some of the nation’s largest companies pursuing sophisticated schemes targeting government health care programs," said Deputy Attorney General Cole. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Associate Attorney General Tony West Speaks at Press Conference Regarding Settlement with Abbott Laboratories By www.justice.gov Published On :: Mon, 7 May 2012 15:43:20 EDT "These agreements provide an example of the kind of resolution we will seek from companies that misguidedly put profits over patients," said Acting Associate Attorney General West. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day Event By www.justice.gov Published On :: Wed, 9 May 2012 18:26:02 EDT "As Attorney General – and as the father of three teenagers – protecting the safety, and the potential, of our nation’s young people has long been both a personal and professional priority," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division Thomas E. Perez Speaks at the Maricopa County Press Conference By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 10 May 2012 13:05:28 EDT "Today, the Department of Justice did something it has done only once before in the 18-year history of our civil police reform work; we filed a contested lawsuit to stop discriminatory and unconstitutional law enforcement practices," said Assistant Attorney General Perez. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the University of North Carolina Law School Commencement By www.justice.gov Published On :: Sat, 12 May 2012 09:55:45 EDT "Class of 2012, you now stand at a crossroads in our history. And it’s time to begin making some important choices," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the National Police Week 24th Annual Candlelight Vigil By www.justice.gov Published On :: Sun, 13 May 2012 20:25:52 EDT "Tonight’s ceremony commemorates another year that has been distinguished by extraordinary achievements – but that has also, sadly, been marked by great tragedy," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 17 May 2012 09:11:58 EDT "Since its earliest days, this city has been a center of culture and commerce; of revolution and innovation, of political activism and social advancement. Today, I am hopeful – and confident – that St. Petersburg will serve as a meeting ground for thoughtful, respectful discussion; and that this gathering will be a starting point for a new level of international cooperation," said Attorney General Holder. Full Article Speech
peaks Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Division Stuart F. Delery Speaks at American Bar Association Forum By www.justice.gov Published On :: Thu, 17 May 2012 16:04:33 EDT "The Abbott resolution was the most recent result of the President’s initiative to crack down on health care fraud," said Acting Assistant Attorney General Delery. Full Article Speech