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          <title>Worlds Collide! Today's New Universe</title>
          <description>&lt;p&gt;Join us this summer in Costa Mesa for a visionary exploration of the important forces and trends in today&amp;rsquo;s world that both collide with &amp;ndash; and connect &amp;ndash; us in the work we do together. We stand at an intersection, but only some paths lead to success!&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.rsvpbook.com/acso2013&quot;&gt;Register Online&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.acso.org/conference_programs/45th/Registration%20Form_Final_2013.pdf&quot;&gt;Download Registration Form&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;img width=&quot;30&quot; height=&quot;30&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; src=&quot;/images/twitter.png&quot; /&gt; Join the conversation on Twitter! #acso2013&lt;/p&gt;</description>
          <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2013 02:13:41 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/conference-detail/1620584-worlds-collide-today-s-new-universe</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/conference-detail/1620584-worlds-collide-today-s-new-universe</link>
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          <title>Sample Support Letter</title>
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          <pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:17:21 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/755824-sample-support-letter</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/755824-sample-support-letter</link>
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          <title>State Budget Allocation for the California Arts Council</title>
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          <pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:06:53 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/755818-state-budget-allocation-for-the-california</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/755818-state-budget-allocation-for-the-california</link>
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          <title>AB 1194: Emergency Exits</title>
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          <pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:06:10 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/755817-ab-1194-emergency-exits</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/755817-ab-1194-emergency-exits</link>
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          <title>Entrepreneurial Spirit – Balancing Risk and Reward</title>
          <description>&lt;p&gt;One size no longer fits all.  Now more than ever, survival depends on taking calculated risks to fulfill the distinct needs of your local community.  There are no universal answers, but the right questions, along with conscientious observation and a positive approach can guide you to meaningful choices and actions. Is your organization relevant, responsive, and collaborative?&amp;nbsp;  How can it play a more significant role in the community?&amp;nbsp;  Come awaken and empower your inner entrepreneur.&lt;br /&gt;
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&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.acso.org/conference/schedule/&quot;&gt;View the Schedule of Events&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.acso.org/conference_programs/44th/44th%20Annual%20Conference%20Program.pdf&quot;&gt;Download the Conference Program&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;img width=&quot;30&quot; height=&quot;30&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; src=&quot;/images/twitter.png&quot; /&gt;Join the conversation on Twitter! #acso2012.&lt;br /&gt;
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          <pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:34:08 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/conference-detail/744591-entrepreneurial-spirit-balancing-risk-and</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/conference-detail/744591-entrepreneurial-spirit-balancing-risk-and</link>
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          <title>40th Annual Conference</title>
          <description></description>
          <pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2012 03:54:25 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/conference-detail/741805-40th-annual-conference</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/conference-detail/741805-40th-annual-conference</link>
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          <title>41st Annual Conference</title>
          <description></description>
          <pubDate>Mon, 05 Mar 2012 03:51:02 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/conference-detail/741802-41st-annual-conference</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/conference-detail/741802-41st-annual-conference</link>
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          <title>VH1 Save the Music Foundation</title>
          <description>The VH1 Save The Music Foundation was founded in 1997 as a public affairs initiative of the VH1 network. The Foundation’s core mission is to restore instrumental music education programs, ensuring that every child has access to a complete education that includes the benefits of music instruction. </description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:20:01 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740499-vh1-save-the-music-foundation</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740499-vh1-save-the-music-foundation</link>
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          <title>The Office of the Governor of California</title>
          <description>Official website of California Governor, Jerry Brown. </description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:19:00 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740498-the-office-of-the-governor-of</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740498-the-office-of-the-governor-of</link>
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          <title>Senator Dianne Feinstein</title>
          <description>Official site of the U.S. Senator.</description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:17:47 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740497-senator-dianne-feinstein</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740497-senator-dianne-feinstein</link>
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          <title>Senator Barbara Boxer</title>
          <description>Official website of the U.S. Senator.</description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:16:51 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740496-senator-barbara-boxer</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740496-senator-barbara-boxer</link>
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          <title>Sarbanes-Oxley and Implications for Nonprofits</title>
          <description>Information about the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and its implications for nonprofits.</description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:16:11 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740494-sarbanes-oxley-and-implications-for-nonprofits</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740494-sarbanes-oxley-and-implications-for-nonprofits</link>
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          <title>Association of Performing Arts Presenters</title>
          <description>A national service and advocacy organization with more than 1,400 members worldwide, dedicated to developing and supporting a robust performing arts presenting field and the professionals who work within it.</description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:14:56 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740493-association-of-performing-arts-presenters</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740493-association-of-performing-arts-presenters</link>
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          <title>Oregon Cultural Trust</title>
          <description>A creative additional funding stream for the arts.</description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:13:31 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740492-oregon-cultural-trust</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740492-oregon-cultural-trust</link>
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          <title>National Endowment for the Arts</title>
          <description>The National Endowment for the Arts was established by Congress in 1965 as an independent agency of the federal government. To date, the NEA has awarded more than $4 billion to support artistic excellence, creativity, and innovation for the benefit of individuals and communities. The NEA extends its work through partnerships with state arts agencies, local leaders, other federal agencies, and the philanthropic sector. </description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:12:32 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740491-national-endowment-for-the-arts</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740491-national-endowment-for-the-arts</link>
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          <title>National Assembly of State Arts Agencies</title>
          <description>The National Assembly of State Arts Agencies (NASAA) is the membership organization that unites, represents and serves the nation's state and jurisdictional arts agencies. Each of the 56 states and jurisdictions has created an agency to support excellence in and access to the arts.</description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:07:58 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740488-national-assembly-of-state-arts-agencies</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740488-national-assembly-of-state-arts-agencies</link>
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          <title>League of American Orchestras Government Affairs</title>
          <description>The Advocacy and Government department of the League acts to improve policies that increase public access to orchestral music and supports orchestras as they advocate for the vitality of music in communities nationwide. </description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:04:59 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740487-league-of-american-orchestras-government-affairs</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740487-league-of-american-orchestras-government-affairs</link>
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          <title>Nonprofit Integrity Act of 2004</title>
          <description>A guide and summary of the act.</description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:04:07 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740486-nonprofit-integrity-act-of-2004</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740486-nonprofit-integrity-act-of-2004</link>
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          <title>Find Your California Legislator</title>
          <description></description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:02:56 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740484-find-your-california-legislator</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740484-find-your-california-legislator</link>
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          <title>Artists from Abroad</title>
          <description>The most complete and up-to-date online resource for foreign guest artists, their managers, and performing arts organizations.</description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:02:11 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740483-artists-from-abroad</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740483-artists-from-abroad</link>
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          <title>Center for Lobbying in the Public Interest</title>
          <description>Educates charities about the role of lobbying.</description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:00:49 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740482-center-for-lobbying-in-the-public</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740482-center-for-lobbying-in-the-public</link>
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          <title>Comprehensive Cultural Policy for the State of California, 1978</title>
          <description>This Comprehensive Cultural Policy was commissioned by the California Arts Council and written under contract to the State of California during November and December of 1978. It is based on the previous statements and activities of the Council itself, on a good deal of material concerning the policies of other public agencies, on studies and other publications in cultural policy from UNESCO and the Council of Europe, and on the experiences of communities throughout California. </description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:00:07 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740481-comprehensive-cultural-policy-for-the-state</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740481-comprehensive-cultural-policy-for-the-state</link>
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          <title>CalNonprofits</title>
          <description>CalNonprofits is a statewide membership network that works to bring the full power of California's nonprofits to strengthening communities.</description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 20:58:24 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740480-calnonprofits</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740480-calnonprofits</link>
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          <title>California Arts Council</title>
          <description>The California Arts Council is a state agency governed by an 11-member policy-setting council appointed by the Governor and the Legislature to advance the state through the Arts and creativity. Council members and professional staff have experience and expertise in the Arts, creative industries, education, community development, state and local government, and the nonprofit and for profit sectors. </description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 20:55:26 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740478-california-arts-council</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740478-california-arts-council</link>
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          <title>California Arts Advocates</title>
          <description>California Arts Advocates (CAA), provides advocacy services for California’s arts community.</description>
          <pubDate>Sat, 03 Mar 2012 20:54:28 GMT</pubDate>
          <guid>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740477-california-arts-advocates</guid>
          <link>http://www.acso.org/advocacy-resources-detail/740477-california-arts-advocates</link>
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