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August 2, 2006

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Dr. Imad Moustapha, Syria's envoy to the U.S., discusses the desire to engage in talks that could provide a solution to the Middle East crisis. Actress Emily Procter talks about life before CSI Miami.


Ambassador Imad Moustapha

Ambassador Imad Moustapha

Ambassador Imad Moustapha

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Dr. Imad Moustapha has been Syria's ambassador to the U.S. since '04. He was previously Dean of the University of Damascus' Faculty of Information Technology and Secretary General of the Arab School on Science and Technology. He also co-founded the Network of Syrian Scientists, Technologists and Innovators Abroad and co-authored the U.N.-sponsored Arab Human Development Report, which was widely quoted throughout the world. Moustapha holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Surrey, UK.


 

Emily Procter

Emily Procter

Emily Procter

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Emily Procter went from regional weekend weather girl to film-TV extra to one of the stars of CBS' hit, CSI Miami. The Raleigh, NC native grew up dreaming of becoming an actress. Since East Carolina University's theater department was full, she majored in journalism and dance and hasn't looked back. Procter honed her skills working in commercials before landing roles in such fare as the film Jerry Maguire and TV's The West Wing. She spends her free time doing volunteer work and interior decorating.