Nike brand's mission is to bring inspiration & innovation to every athlete in the world. And if you have a body, you are an athlete. For us, that is the ultimate statement of inclusion and it speaks to what we at Nike prioritize as our work, and that is to unleash human potential. Not only for our athletes, but also for ourselves. Diversity and Inclusion at Nike is about respecting our differences, mining the skills and talents that exist, leveraging our strengths and maximizing opportunity for all. These values are our competitive advantage and make Nike a better company, passionately supportive of our employees, respectful of our consumers and more competitive in our industry. Our ability to continually innovate and positively influence as a global corporate citizen hinges on our ability to welcome diverse perspectives and ideas and to make an investment in all of our employees.

Nike's support of this bill is a reflection of our employment policies, practices, and training programs, which have been in place for decades. These are designed to reinforce a culture of inclusion and respect where each employee can reach their full potential. This can only happen in an environment that is free from discrimination of all types. To that end, Nike's policy prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides employees with an effective complaint process. This policy applies to all of Nike's employees worldwide, which total over 30,000 across six continents, and is consistently enforced.

From our perspective, ENDA is good for business, for our employees and our community. Here's why:

. Nike firmly believes that diversity drives innovation, which is a cornerstone of our business. . High performing teams grow and thrive in an open and welcoming work environment, where individuals are bringing their full selves to work. . An inclusive work environment and community enables us to attract and retain the best and the brightest people around the world.

Doing the Right Thing

We support the active involvement of our Nike teammates in a variety of employee networks, including the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Friends Network (LGBT&F). Employee networks influence Nike on a variety of issues impacting the lives of our employees and communities where we live and work.

In 2009, for the seventh year in a row, Nike received a perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Corporate Equality Index. The Index rates corporations' treatment of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender employees through their non-discrimination policies, partner benefits, affinity group support, and engagement of the LGBT community. In 2002, Nike was one of only 13 companies to be given a perfect score. Seven years later, Nike and its employees are proud to share the recognition with 259 other companies--a twenty-fold increase.

The Business Community

Clearly, Nike isn't the only company that is having this conversation and ensuring workplace equality through policy and practice. Currently, 85% of Fortune 500 companies include sexual orientation in their equal employment policies, and more than one-third also include gender identity. While this celebrates the strides made in workplace fairness, it is also a clear indicator that federal legislation is lagging and that we need a federal standard that protects everyone's right to earn a living. That's why Nike is part of the Business Coalition for Workplace Fairness, a group of over 80 leading companies that support passage of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act.

In supporting ENDA, you support the conviction that every American deserves a chance to compete and prosper on a level playing field; that fairness is fundamental to our country's core.

Unfortunately, not all Americans experience this basic protection. In 29 states, it is still legal to fire or refuse to hire or promote someone because of their sexual orientation. In 38 states, it is still legal to do so based on gender identify or expression. The federal government and the private sector have an obligation to act upon and to uphold the principles of equality and fairness that are the foundation of the Constitution.

Conclusion

One of Nike's corporate Maxims is Do the Right Thing. This maxim strives to challenge our employees to embrace the truth, offer transparency and help shape Nike's evolution as a global citizen. I am very proud and fortunate to work for a company that consistently strives to uphold this core value.

On behalf of Nike, we urge you to support this legislation and do the right thing. Both government and the private sector have a basic obligation to uphold the principles of equality and fairness. Act swiftly and pass the Employment Non-Discrimination Act into law. Thank you for the opportunity to share our testimony.

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The N7 Collection was created through the lens of Considered Design where products are engineered for higher performance and lower environmental impact.

The N7 Collection features the N7 Air Pegasus+ 26, the N7 Huarache, as well as the N7 SMS RT for preschool and toddler sizes.

Nike N7 Air Pegasus+ 26

The Pegasus is one of Nike's best known icons and Nike's top selling running shoe. After 26 years on the feet of elite and everyday runners, the Pegasus continues to prove that it's capable of running past just about anything. The Nike N7 Air Pegasus+ 26 features Native American inspired design details and graphics that tie the shoe back to the N7 Collection.

Features include:

-- The N7 Air Pegasus+ 26 features a snug, secure fit, enhanced stability and a smooth, natural range of motion through all phases of footstrike with strategically placed overlays and zonal support.

-- A full-length Air-Sole unit delivers the ride and cushioning associated with the Air Pegasus franchise and now accommodates a Nike+ sensor for an enhanced running experience.

-- The fitsole sockliner, featuring N7 design details, molds to the shape of your foot for a custom fit with great support.

Considered Design features include:

-- Environmentally Preferred Materials (EPMs) were used wherever possible. The EPMs used in the upper have a high recycled content.

-- The Waffle outsole uses Nike's environmentally-preferred rubber as well as Nike Grind, recycled athletic footwear and manufacturing scrap, to provide great multi-surface traction with a measure of added cushioning.

-- The Nike Air bags also used 83 percent recycled content.

-- Best-practice manufacturing enabled the air bag and midsole components to be attached using water-based adhesives.

Nike N7 Huarache

The Nike N7 Huarache combines a performance basketball shoe featuring the newest innovations for sport paired with Nike's Considered Design approach. The N7 Huarache features design details and graphics that tie this shoe back to the N7 Collection, engineered for higher performance and lower environmental impact.

Features include:

-- The N7 Huarache features performance innovation with Nike Zoom, an incredibly thin heel and forefoot unit that brings the foot closer to the ground for optimum feel and aggressive maneuverability. Very light. Very responsive.

-- A compression inner-sleeve delivers the locked-down, N7 Huarache fit for superior performance.

-- The directional herringbone outsole features pivot points for great traction on court.

Considered Design features include:

-- The N7 Huarache performance basketball shoe uses EPMs, with a high recycled content, wherever possible.

-- The stitching details and embroidery create structural support, eliminating the need for excessive overlays, embellishments and backing materials.

-- A smarter pattern design allowed for a cutting efficiency of 70 percent on the upper, substantially reducing waste.

-- The N7 Huarache features Nike Grind in the outsole, a rubber compound made from recycled athletic footwear and manufacturing scrap.

Nike N7 SMS RT (Kids)

The Nike N7 SMS RT is a durable, all-day play shoe that meets the demands of the rough-and-tumble kid. The shoe features Sensory Motion System (SMS) technology for a natural, efficient range of motion, aiding healthy foot development for growing kids.

Features include:

-- Design details and graphics tie this shoe back to the N7 product line, engineered for higher performance and lower environmental impact.

-- The SMS technology utilizes Nike Free inspired, multidirectional flex grooves that allow natural flexibility to facilitate fine muscle development, which is key for foot strength and balance.

-- The Sensory Motion outsole consists of a minimal rubber cupsole that maintains flexibility while providing protection, durability and traction.

-- A stretchy, lace-free closure system works with a hook-and-loop closure system to deliver easy on and off and a snug, secure fit.

Considered Design features include:

-- The Nike N7 SMS RT shoe uses EPMs, with a high recycled content, wherever possible.

The collection launches Saturday, November 7, 2009. Suggested Retail prices: N7 Huarache $110; N7 Air Pegasus+ 26 $85; N7 SMS RT toddler/ preschool kids $21-$47. For additional information regarding the N7 Fund, please visit www.n7fund.nike.com. To find the location of your nearest Nike Factory Store or purchase the collection directly, visit www.nike.com.

About NIKE, Inc.

NIKE, Inc. based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world's leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Wholly-owned Nike subsidiaries include Cole Haan, which designs, markets and distributes luxury shoes, handbags, accessories and coats; Converse Inc., which designs, markets and distributes athletic footwear, apparel and accessories; Hurley International LLC, which designs, markets and distributes action sports and youth lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories; and Umbro Ltd., a leading United Kingdom-based global football (soccer) brand. For more information, visit www.nikebiz.com.

About N7 Fund

The N7 Fund is committed to helping unleash the potential of Native American youth through the power of sport. In addition to building surfaces for play, the N7 Fund provides grants and product donations to support youth in their quest for sport; and it brings volunteers, organizations and decision-makers together to improve opportunities that help youth grow up healthy and active. The N7 Fund is managed by an external Board of Directors to make a difference beyond the playing field. For more information, visit www.n7fund.nike.com.

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In a press release on November 05, Wells Fargo is America's #1 Small Business Lender According to Government Data

Latest Small Business Administration (2009) and Community Reinvestment Act Data (2008) Demonstrate Wells Fargo's Lending Leadership

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov 05, 2009 Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) today announced it is the #1 Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) lender in dollars and the #2 lender in units. Figures for the federal fiscal year, which ended September 30, 2009, show Wells Fargo, together with Wachovia, extended 2,347 SBA-guaranteed loans totaling $827 million in financing to small businesses. Wells Fargo is the #1 SBA lender in both dollars and units in six states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada and Texas.

About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo & Company is a diversified financial services company with $1.2 trillion in assets, providing banking, insurance, investments, mortgage and consumer finance through more than 10,000 stores and 12,000 ATMs and the internet (wellsfargo.com) across North America and internationally.

-- November 05, 2009 Nike (NYSE:NKE) trading at $64.58 on a volume of 1.36M shares

In a press release on November 05, Nike Introduces N7 Collection

Profits from the Collection Help Support Access to Youth Sport in Native American Communities

BEAVERTON, Ore., Nov 05, 2009 This weekend Nike (NYSE:NKE) will debut the Nike N7 Collection, a select range of performance footwear designed with the environment and the future of Native American communities in mind. The N7 Collection will be sold exclusively through 33 Nike Factory Stores in the U.S. and via www.nike.com, with a portion of the profits going to the N7 Fund, which supports youth sport in Native American communities.

About NIKE, Inc.

NIKE, Inc. based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world's leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Wholly-owned Nike subsidiaries include Cole Haan, which designs, markets and distributes luxury shoes, handbags, accessories and coats; Converse Inc., which designs, markets and distributes athletic footwear, apparel and accessories; Hurley International LLC, which designs, markets and distributes action sports and youth lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories; and Umbro Ltd., a leading United Kingdom-based global football (soccer) brand. For more information, visit www.nikebiz.com.

About N7 Fund

The N7 Fund is committed to helping unleash the potential of Native American youth through the power of sport. In addition to building surfaces for play, the N7 Fund provides grants and product donations to support youth in their quest for sport; and it brings volunteers, organizations and decision-makers together to improve opportunities that help youth grow up healthy and active. The N7 Fund is managed by an external Board of Directors to make a difference beyond the playing field. For more information, visit www.n7fund.nike.com.

-- November 05, 2009 Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C) trading at $4.03 on a volume of 157.87M shares.

In a press release out on November 05, Fitch Rates Citigroup Trust II-R Series 1125 ROCs & ROLs

NEW YORK, Nov 05, 2009 Fitch Ratings assigns a rating of 'AA/F1+' to the Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. Trust II-R series 1125 reset option certificates (ROCs) and a rating of 'AA' to the series 1125 reset option longs (ROLs). The long-term 'AA' rating is based on the rating that Fitch has assigned to the South Carolina Public Service Authority, revenue obligations, series 2009 tax-exempt series E, deposited into the trust. The short-term 'F1+' rating is based on the shortfall liquidity agreement guaranteed by Citigroup Inc. The short-term rating will expire on Sept. 15, 2010, the expiration date of the shortfall liquidity agreement, unless such date is extended or earlier terminated.

About Citigroup Inc.

Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C) is a global diversified financial services holding company. The Company is engaged in providing a range of financial services to consumers and corporate customers. As of May 4, 2009, Citigroup had more than 200 million customer accounts and did business in more than 140 countries. Through its two operating units, Citicorp and Citi Holdings, Citigroup provides consumers, corporations, governments and institutions with a range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, and wealth management.In August 2009, the Company sold three credit card portfolios.In September 2009, Citigroup Inc. completed the sale of Nikko Cordial Securities to Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc.'s subsidiary, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation. In October 2009, the Company sold its Nikko Asset Management Co. to The Sumitomo Trust & Banking Co., Ltd.

-- November 05, 2009 Toronto-Dominion Bank (NYSE: TD) last at $6.12 a volume of 408,539 shares

In a press release out on November 05, Slow recovery in crop and livestock prices forecast for next year but long-term outlook for farmers is bright: TD Economics Report on Agriculture

TORONTO, Nov. 5, 2009 TD Economics Report coincides with the TD Canada Trust sponsorship of Royal Winter Fair

Although the long-term outlook for agriculture prices is favourable, 2010 will likely witness only a modest improvement in price conditions from this year's lackluster levels, according to the latest economic report on agriculture from TD Economics. The report was issued today timed to the TD Canada Trust sponsorship of the Agriculture Services Youth Leadership Congress during the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.

"Excess global supply of major agricultural commodities and a high Canadian dollar are delivering a blow to prices received by Canadian farmers. It appears that these negative influences will persist in the near term, leaving crop and livestock prices vulnerable to further bouts of downward pressure. But by mid-2010, prices should be ripe for a moderate recovery, led by the livestock sector," says Dina Cover, economist, TD Bank Financial Group and the report's author.

About TD Bank Financial Group

The Toronto-Dominion Bank (NYSE: TD) and its subsidiaries are collectively known as TD Bank Financial Group. TD Bank Financial Group is the sixth largest bank in North America by branches and serves approximately 17 million customers in four key businesses operating in a number of locations in key financial centres around the globe: Canadian Personal and Commercial Banking, including TD Canada Trust and TD Insurance; Wealth Management, including TD Waterhouse and an investment in TD Ameritrade; U.S. Personal and Commercial Banking through TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank; and Wholesale Banking, including TD Securities. TD Bank Financial Group also ranks among the world's leading online financial services firms, with more than 5.5 million online customers. TD Bank Financial Group had CDN$545 billion in assets on July 31, 2009. The Toronto-Dominion Bank trades under the symbol "TD" on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges.

-- November 05, 2009 Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) last at $7.31 on a volume of 4.16M shares

In a press release out on November 05, Delta Air Lines Reports October Traffic

ATLANTA, Nov 05, 2009 Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) today reported traffic results for October 2009. System traffic in October 2009, including both Delta and Northwest operations, decreased 6.5 percent compared to October 2008 on an 8.3 percent decrease in capacity. Load factor increased 1.6 points to 84.2 percent.

Domestic traffic decreased 4.4 percent year over year on a 4.6 percent decrease in capacity. Domestic load factor increased 0.2 points to 83.9 percent. International traffic decreased 9.7 percent year over year on a 13.6 percent decrease in capacity, and load factor increased 3.6 points to 84.6 percent.

About Delta Air Lines, Inc.

Delta Air Lines, Inc. (Delta) is an airline service provider. The Company from its hubs in Atlanta, Cincinnati, Detroit, Memphis, Minneapolis-St. Paul, New York-JFK, Salt Lake City, Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Amsterdam and Tokyo-Narita, Delta, its Northwest subsidiary and Delta Connection carriers, offers service to 370 destinations in 66 countries and serve more than 170 million passengers each year. Delta also offers a number of products specifically designed for everything from small businesses to corporate enterprise. The Company's marketing alliances allow customers to earn and redeem either SkyMiles or WorldPerks on more than 16,000 daily flights offered by SkyTeam and other partners. Delta offers flights to 567 worldwide destinations in 112 countries. It offers a full global network. Customers can check in for flights, print boarding passes, check bags and flight status at delta.com.

-- November 05, 2009 Zale Corporation (NYSE:ZLC) trading at $4.77 on a volume of 345,462 shares

In a press release out on November 05, The Shuman Law Firm Investigates Zale Corp.

BOULDER, Colo., Nov 5, 2009 Advertising Material - The Shuman Law Firm today announced that it is investigating potential claims against Zale Corporation ("Zale" or the "Company") (NYSE:ZLC), concerning possible securities violations in relation to public statements made by the Company between November 16, 2006 and October 29, 2009.

The investigation focuses on allegations that statements made by the Company during that period were false and misleading in light of the Company's disclosure that Zale's previously issued financial statements for fiscal years 2008 and 2007, and interim periods therein, contain errors and should no longer be relied upon.

On October 29, 2009, the Company filed its Annual Report with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") for the fiscal year ended July 31, 2009, containing restated financial information for fiscal 2008 and 2009 to reflect certain accounting adjustments for advertising costs, intercompany accounts receivable, depository bank accounts, federal income taxes and personal property taxes. Therein, Zale further disclosed that the SEC is investigating the accounting issues that led the Company to restate its 2008 and 2009 earnings. On this news, shares of Zale declined $1.66 per share, nearly 26%, to close on October 30, 2009, at $4.73 per share, on unusually heavy volume.

If you purchased Zale common stock between November 16, 2006 and October 29, 2009 and would like a free consultation concerning your rights and interests, please contact Kip Shuman, Esq. or Rusty Glenn, Esq. toll-free at 866-974-8626 or email Mr. Shuman at kip@shumanlawfirm.com or Mr. Glenn at rusty@shumanlawfirm.com.

About Zale Corporation

Zale Corporation is a specialty retailer of fine jewelry in North America. At July 31, 2008, the Company operated 1,396 specialty retail jewelry stores and 739 kiosks located mainly in shopping malls throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Zale Corporation operates under three business segments: Fine Jewelry, Kiosk Jewelry and All Other. During the fiscal year ended July 31, 2008 (fiscal 2008), the Fine Jewelry segment generated approximately 88% of the Company's net revenues, while the Kiosk revenues represented 12% of total revenues. On November 9, 2007, the Company completed the sale of its Bailey Banks & Biddle brand. In August 2009, the Company announced that it closed 118 underperforming retail locations.

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"With Jack's leadership, Converse has experienced exceptional brand growth and financial performance. His contribution to Converse's success has helped make the brand what it is today. Under his guidance, Converse just posted its most profitable first quarter to date - demonstrating the power and potential of the Converse brand," said Eunan McLaughlin, President Nike, Inc. Affiliates.

"We are very excited to have Michael in the CEO role. He has worked closely with Jack for the past two years developing Converse's growth strategy," said McLaughlin. "Their leadership, passion and deep understanding of the Converse consumer has uniquely positioned Converse for continued global growth."

As CEO of Converse, Spillane will report directly to McLaughlin. Spillane brings 25 years of hands-on financial, textile and apparel experience to Converse, the Company noted in a release. He joined Converse in 2007 as President of North American Footwear. In less than a year, he was asked to lead growth around the apparel business, as President, North America and Global Product. Previously Spillane held CEO positions at Polartec and Malden Mills as well as senior positions at Tommy Hilfiger and Jockey.

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