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MCI to take part in Saks's 'Let Freedom Ring' program to support US Troops

30 Jun '05
3 min read

"MCI's participation in the 'Let Freedom Ring' campaign is part of our ongoing support of U.S. military personnel and their families," said Jerry Edgerton, senior vice president, MCI Government Markets. "We see this as an opportunity to say thank you for the sacrifices that family, friends and armed forces personnel are making for their country."

"We are proud to be a part of this worthwhile program and are overwhelmed by the success it has achieved," said Joseph Hoff, chief executive officer, HSBC Retail Services. "Three million minutes of phone time will be a real morale booster for our troops, and there is still time for customers to add more minutes to the total."

Shoppers can participate in the program through July 4, 2005 at SDSG department stores, including: Carson Pirie Scott, Bergner's, Boston Store, Herberger's, Proffitt's, McRae's, Parisian and Younkers.

Saks Incorporated operates Saks Department Store Group with 232 department stores under the names of Parisian, Proffitt's, McRae's, Younkers, Herberger's, Carson Pirie Scott, Bergner's and Boston Store, as well as 48 Club Libby Lu specialty stores. The Company also operates Saks Fifth Avenue Enterprises (SFAE), which consists of 57 Saks Fifth Avenue stores, 52 Saks Off 5th stores and http://saks.com .

A Global communications provider MCI Inc is a cost-effective, advanced communications connectivity to businesses, governments and consumers. With one of the most expano businesses, governments and consumers. With one of the most expansive global IP backbones and wholly-owned data networks, MCI develops the converged communications products and services that are the foundation for commerce and communications in today's market.

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