Jimmy Kimmel Hosting National Italian American Foundation Gala Dinner In October.

Get ready for a great time, this October in Washington D.C., the National Italian American Foundation will be holding their annual Gala weekend where late night front man, Jimmy Kimmel will be hosting. The event is scheduled for the weekend of October 24, 2009 in Washington D.C. - Other celebrities, high ranking officials, & artists included in this year's lineup are Janet Napolitano, Lidia Matticchio Bastianich, Carla Gugino, Antonello Venditti & Massimo F. d'Amore.

Please see the NIAF page for registration details and information:
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Janet Napolitano, Homeland Security Secretary Sparking Popularity In Italy.

Not only is Janet Napolitano known here in the states as a hard line, no nonsense government official but in Italy she's also drawing curious attention and popularity due to her Italian heritage. Such an interesting concept to read about the perceptions of the Italian people on an Italian American whose family descends from Italy.

Read more about this here:

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Janet Napolitano- Will She Be The Next Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security?

Looks like Janet Napolitano will be appointed the new Secretary of The Department of Homeland Security. Napolitano is the Governor of Arizona and attorney general. She's a great candidate for the position with her extensive experience and career. We should be proud, a politician of Italian descent in the new White House government. For more on this:
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