Subject: Fwd: Howard University's "Only Yes Means Yes" Campaign
From: "Cookie Parker" <[email-masked]>
To: "Hunter Biden" <[email-masked]>
Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2016 15:51:25 +0000

Hi Hunter,

Unfortunately the VP cannot make it. And as I told Ginna this would have been an excellent opportunity to talk about the uptick in violence against minorities since the election. See below.

Thank you for trying to help.

Cookie

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From: Cookie Parker <[email-masked]<mailto:[email-masked]>>
Date: November 16, 2016 at 7:48:30 AM PST
To: "Lance, Ginna L. EOP/OVP" <[email-masked]<mailto:[email-masked]>>
Subject: Re: Howard University's "Only Yes Means Yes" Campaign

I am so sorry to hear that especially with the recent uptick in violence against minorities.  This would have been an excellent platform for the VP to speak out against it at an historical black university.  I think the symbolism would have been great. In today’s world it is even more important to address the culture that causes violence and intolerance and by encouraging people to “PRZ” their friends when something is not right. This free tool allows people to come together for safety.

But thank you for your efforts!!

Cookie

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On Nov 16, 2016, at 7:33 AM, Lance, Ginna L. EOP/OVP <[email-masked]<mailto:[email-masked]>> wrote:

Dear Cookie-apologies for the delay. Unfortunately due to scheduling constraints the Vice President will be unable to attend. We hope the event goes well and sorry it was not able to work out.

Best,
Ginna

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From: Cookie Parker [mailto:[email-masked]]
Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2016 7:56 PM
To: Lance, Ginna L. EOP/OVP <[email-masked]<mailto:[email-masked]>>
Subject: RE: Howard University's "Only Yes Means Yes" Campaign
Importance: High

Ginna,

The event is now scheduled for Monday, November 21st. I really hope the VP can make this impactful event. They will work around his schedule. Thanks!

Cookie

Cookie Parker
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"When we sit at home on Election Day, we give away our power. We give away our voice. We give away our ability to help shape the future of our communities and this country we love.There is no possible excuse for it. It may be easy to look at Washington these days and feel frustrated with the pace of change, and to lose hope in the political process as a result. But we can’t give in to that cynicism. Because our government — our democracy — is us. It’s only as good as the people we elect. It only reflects our will when we exercise it."

Barack Obama on the 50th Anniversary of The Voting Rights Act, 8/6/2015

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From: Cookie Parker
Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2016 10:27 AM
To: Lance, Ginna L. EOP/OVP <[email-masked]<mailto:[email-masked]>>
Subject: RE: Howard University's "Only Yes Means Yes" Campaign

Ginna,

I know the VP's schedule must be really tied up at this juncture. Since his attendance at the premier of the "Only Yes Means Yes” PSA on Howard's campus would be a fitting way to underline the work he has done to bring awareness of the sexual assault crisis on college campuses, we thought it would be prudent to change the date to mid-November. Please tell me if any day between November 14 - November 17th could be accommodated in his schedule. Thanks!

Cookie

Cookie Parker
(c) 323.788.6000
(f) 323.417.5055
(e) [email-masked]<mailto:[email-masked]> <mailto:[email-masked]>

"When we sit at home on Election Day, we give away our power. We give away our voice. We give away our ability to help shape the future of our communities and this country we love.There is no possible excuse for it. It may be easy to look at Washington these days and feel frustrated with the pace of change, and to lose hope in the political process as a result. But we can’t give in to that cynicism. Because our government — our democracy — is us. It’s only as good as the people we elect. It only reflects our will when we exercise it."

Barack Obama on the 50th Anniversary of The Voting Rights Act, 8/6/2015

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From: Cookie Parker
Sent: Thursday, September 01, 2016 7:48 AM
To: Lance, Ginna L. EOP/OVP <[email-masked]<mailto:[email-masked]> <mailto:[email-masked]> >
Subject: Re: Howard University's "Only Yes Means Yes" Campaign

Thank you so much Ginna!

Cookie

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On Sep 1, 2016, at 7:28 AM, Lance, Ginna L. EOP/OVP <[email-masked]<mailto:[email-masked]> <mailto:[email-masked]> > wrote:

Dear Cookie-

Thank you for your email. We are working through the Vice President's schedule for October and will be in touch regarding his availability.

Best,
Ginna

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From: Cookie Parker [mailto:[email-masked]]
Sent: Saturday, August 27, 2016 11:10 AM
To: Lance, Ginna L. EOP/OVP <[email-masked]<mailto:[email-masked]> <mailto:[email-masked]> >
Subject: Howard University's "Only Yes Means Yes" Campaign
Importance: High

Ginna,

I had the honor of attending a State Dinner at the White House on August 2nd. When I saw the Vice President I mentioned to him that I was on the Board of a company called SafeTComm which has developed a mobile safety app called PRZ – Personal Red Zone -- to help prevent sexual assaults on college campuses (see attached). The CEO, Lisa Jones, has participated in several events around this topic through the White House Office of Public Engagement. The VP and I spoke about the “Only Yes Means Yes” campaign and I told him about the premiere of the PSA video (see attached) that was produced by PRZ in conjunction with a group of Howard students. The PSA called,  “Only Yes Means Yes”, will premiere on Howard's campus this fall in connection with the nationwide launch of the PRZ App.

The Vice President said that depending upon his schedule, he would be interested in attending the kickoff of Howard University’s “Only Yes Means Yes” campaign. I would, therefore, like to formally request the Vice President’s attendance at the campaign kickoff. They are very flexible on when and will work around the VP’s schedule. Here are some suggested dates:

•        Oct. 3, 4, 5 or 6,

•        Oct. 10, 11, 12 or 13

•        Oct. 26 or 27

Can you please work with the Vice President to bring this request to fruition? This is such an important campaign and I know preventing sexual assaults on college campuses is one of the VP’s focuses. Thank you so much for your attention to this request!

Cookie

Cookie Parker

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(f) 323.417.5055

(e) [email-masked]<mailto:[email-masked]> <mailto:[email-masked]>  <mailto:[email-masked]>

"When we sit at home on Election Day, we give away our power. We give away our voice. We give away our ability to help shape the future of our communities and this country we love.There is no possible excuse for it. It may be easy to look at Washington these days and feel frustrated with the pace of change, and to lose hope in the political process as a result. But we can’t give in to that cynicism. Because our government — our democracy — is us. It’s only as good as the people we elect. It only reflects our will when we exercise it."

Barack Obama on the 50th Anniversary of The Voting Rights Act, 8/6/2015