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"Survivors of the Tsunami still need all the help we can offer," Young
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Sunday's event features several musical performances , celebrities and
inspirational appearances, including a video message from former President
Bill Clinton. In response to the overwhelming need to provide hope and relief to the
victims, several prominent Bay Area organizations, as well as the cities of
San Jose, Fremont, Milpitas, and Morgan Hill will host a Tsunami Relief
Concert on Feb 20, at the HP Pavilion in San Jose.

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religious organizations, announced NFL legend Steve Young will speak at its
program, "One Mind, One Heart," Sunday at the HP Pavilion. His inspirational
speech will mark his first public appearance in the Bay Area since being named
to the Pro Football Hall of Fame earlier this month. Tickets are still available for $10 at http://www., Public Welfare Secretary Estelle
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Young, a long-time supporter of Bay Area causes , joined the San Francisco
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