Released on: September 13, 2007, 2:47 am

Press Release Author: LIM MEDIA

Industry: Entertainment

Press Release Summary: Since the attacks of September 11th, citizens of the world,
especially Americans have pleaded for solutions. LIM Associate Publisher and
Cofounder, Elyahou Lallouz seems to think that Jim Brown may just be the man with
some answers.

Press Release Body: For some, the name Jim Brown holds the acclaim of an NFL Hall of
Fame legend, 'the best running back of all time' through his exceptional
record-setting nine-year career playing fullback for the NFL Cleveland Browns.

To others, Brown is a movie star, a celebrity, an actor with a tremendous presence
who has dazzled the entertainment world in countless Hollywood films!

So which is it -- who is the real Jim Brown?

Artist and Philanthropist, Elyahou Lallouz had a heart-to-heart with the
indefatigable Jim Brown; a warm, well spoken man with a mission to create humanistic
change, a remarkable humanitarian whose primary goal is for the betterment of others
who have fallen victim to paths far rockier than the road he has travelled.

An opportunity to take a closer look inside Jim Brown's AMER-I-CAN Foundation and
Program; an organization that has been instrumental in the transformation of the
lives of countless individuals throughout America and in parts of the United
Kingdom.

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LIM Interview with Elyahou Lallouz:
ELYAHOU LALLOUZ: What went through your mind when sporting news named you the
greatest player ever in 2002?
JIM BROWN: I never really thought about it. To be honest, it was fine. It was an
honour to have done those things, but it wasn't everything for me.

ELYAHOU LALLOUZ: In '66 you stunned the sports world by announcing your retirement.
Many say that it was too early in your career. Do you have any regrets?
JIM BROWN: It's funny that people would view my retirement as a negative, when it
was a wise move based on the fact that I was 29, MVP, won a championship, had the
opportunity to have a film career, salary increase, and work with high profile
professionals. I look at it as having had the wisdom to retire and not hang around.
I'm an educated man, diversified, pro active, and I understood that at 29 years old,
it was time to leave this profession.

ELYAHOU LALLOUZ: Growing up, who were some of the people to influence your path in
life?
JIM BROWN: My high school football coach, Ed Walsh was a great coach and human
being. He developed me as a young man, and always stayed a part of my life. But the
person who influenced me the most was Paul Robeson; actor, football player, super
human being, activist... I looked up to him.

ELYAHOU LALLOUZ: Out of today's public figures, who moves you the most through their
work?
JIM BROWN: When I look at public figures, I truly think that Nelson Mandela has a
moral standard that is fantastic. He is a fair human being and inspirational to all
beings. Coming out of prison without bitterness, a human being that could
demonstrate diplomacy, and bring South Africa to a certain point where many people
could exist together.

ELYAHOU LALLOUZ: With the success that you've had in the ceasefire between LA's most
violent gangs, the Bloods and Crips, do you think that today's politicians could
implement any of your 'methods' to use against terrorism in the world today?
JIM BROWN: That's a great question! We label things, and we label them to our own
convenience. When you drop bombs on other territories, that is a form of terrorism.
Then there are people who tie bombs to themselves and kill innocent people to make a
statement.

We have degrees of terrorism.

I have to be a person who reaches out and tries to understand another point of view.
i.e., Gangs: I get an invitation to communicate -- always 'communication'. And in
that communication, you can talk about the best interest of everybody. Be flexible.
Beliefs can be different, but communication finds common ground that is healthy for
all of us -- having the recognition that people are different. You must communicate
and be able to listen and consider a point of view that is other than your own, and
come to a compromise for both parties.

ELYAHOU LALLOUZ: Would you ever consider running for politics?
JIM BROWN: The problem with politics is that you decide if you want to be Republican
or Democrat, and keep with that viewpoint. If you have a debate, you can't agree
with anything. Most politicians are not interested in what I have to say. My
interest is in helping the people. You must maintain the ability to be fair at all
times. When you're a politician, there's always 'special interest people' or 'money
obligations' to pay back... people who got you into office. If you're a great
politician, they put you out of office. I believe in integrity and dignity for all
people.

ELYAHOU LALLOUZ: Are you a religious man?
JIM BROWN: No, I am a spiritual man, a person who believes in God. I don't want to
try to label anything other than a supreme power. If I look at scriptures that make
sense, I respect all people that worship and serve God in a way that is kind, good
and caring. My philosophy is that I have faith in God. I do unto others as I would
have them do unto me.

ELYAHOU LALLOUZ: Are you pleased with the growth of the Amer-I-Can Foundation, and
do you have plans to expand to more cities?
JIM BROWN: We're working on expansion in Darby, UK. The program is called UK-I-CAN.
We were just out there for the first graduation program! UK-I-CAN is for all human
beings. It enhances lives, relationships between headmasters and kids, and teaches
them to take responsibility for their own actions. It resonates with kids all over
the world.

ELYAHOU LALLOUZ: What are the main obstacles that you encounter when promoting
Amer-I-Can?
JIM BROWN: The gang members, ex cons... people with resources and power. We need to
stop violence and upgrade education. The main obstacles are the protective attitude
toward resources. There is a selfishness about resources in America. Politicians
will satisfy resources to those who got them into office... and you're left outside
to get money to run the program. Most of the damage is to the poor people and to the
community. And nobody cares.

ELYAHOU LALLOUZ: Have you ever thought about Directing a film -- what type of movie
would it be?
JIM BROWN: I did an international production in the Philippines, "Do They Ever Cry
In America?". If I had the opportunity to do a film with a social consciousness, to
use my intellect with respect for all human beings, all nations and all cultures...
I would be blessed to direct a film that has such great respect.

I'm 70 going on 71, my life is dedicated to positive change. I try in the best way I
know to help others. That's the beautiful thing -- no material or recognition can
beat interfacing with the young and seeing them change. I live to help society by
helping with change.
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For more stories, link to the latest issue of LALLOUZ INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE
http://www.lallouzinternational.com
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AMER-I-CAN Program: a 60 to 90 hour, 15-chapter Life Management Skills curriculum
designed to empower individuals to take charge of their lives in order to achieve
full potential. AMER-I-CAN leaders have helped to stop violence, increase student
GPAs and boost self-esteem around the country. Locations: California, New York,
Ohio, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Mississippi, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, with the
latest additions being Florida and the United Kingdom's UK-I-CAN. To learn more
about AMER-I-CAN and UK-I-CAN visit www.amer-i-can.org



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