"MCA" US postal stamp

[KENNY GUIDO]

can we get the US government to create a stamp with MCA on it?

[JohnnyChavello]

Great idea. The US Post Office's Citizen Stamp Advisory Council reviews and approves proposals for new stamps. Basically, someone should come up with a badass proposal on it, why it's important, and see what happens. It's just crazy enough to work.

Here's some information about how you submit a proposal from their website (http://about.usps.com/who-we-are/leadership/stamp-advisory-committee.htm):

Stamp proposals must be submitted in writing to the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee. Proposals made by email will not receive a response. This allows everyone the same opportunity to suggest a new stamp subject. Subjects should be submitted at least three years in advance of the proposed date of issue to allow sufficient time for consideration and for design and production, if the subject is approved. All properly submitted proposals for eligible subjects will be reviewed by the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee regardless of how they are submitted, i.e., stamped cards, letters or petitions.

Stamp proposals are to be submitted in writing to the following address:

Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee
c/o Stamp Development
U.S. Postal Service
475 L’Enfant Plaza SW, Room 3300
Washington, DC 20260-3501

After a proposed subject is determined not to violate the criteria set by CSAC, the subject is listed on the CSAC's agenda for its next meeting. The CSAC considers all new proposals and takes one of two actions: it may reject the new proposal or it may set it aside for consideration for future issuance. If the proposal is rejected, it may be resubmitted to the Committee again, no sooner than three years after the rejection date.

Proponents are not advised if a subject has been approved for issuance until a general announcement is made to the public. While the Postal Service relies heavily upon the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee for its advice, it has the exclusive and final authority to determine both subject matter and designs for U.S. postal stamps and postal stationery.

[KENNY GUIDO]

let's do this!!!!

[MCScoobyT]

Chuck D is going to have to change his catch phase...

[WhoMoi?]

I love this idea.

Chuck D is going to have to change his catch phase...
:D

[Randetica]

(y)

[JoLovesMCA]

I am completely on board with this. Let's make it happen. :cool:

[KENNY GUIDO]

what made me think of this is that the other day, I heard that star wars fans created a petition to create a death star, backed by our government. then I thought about the elvis stamp for some odd reason. I then thought "if elvis could have a stamp, why not commemorate the life and death of Adam with something such as a stamp? can we create a facebook page? I would love to spearhead this campaign.

[JohnnyChavello]

Here's how I see it:

1) Create a proposal based on templates and examples of other stamp proposals, give it some Beastie-ness, send it off to the commission
2) Crowdfund letters in support of the proposal and have those all collected and submitted to the commission
3) Wait
4) Profit

[K-ren]

Here's a former proposal we could use as a template--maybe everyone could start tweaking it and we can compile the creme de la creme?

It looks like this organization has been trying to get a stamp for at least 10 years:
http://www.silverribbon.org/SanchezGalleglyLtr_2012.pdf
http://www.silverribbon.org/
http://www.silverribbon.org/stamp.htm

I would LOVE to see this happen for Yauch!

http://about.usps.com/who-we-are/leadership/stamp-advisory-committee.htm



December 19, 2003
Citizens Stamp Advisory Committee
U.S. Postal Service
475 L’Enfant Plaza West SW
Washington, D.C.20260-1200

Re: Silver Ribbon First Class Brain Disability Awareness Postage Stamp Proposal
Dear Committee Members:
NAMI, the nation's largest organization dedicated solely to improving the lives of people with severe mental illness strongly supports the proposal for a first-class "Silver Ribbon" Brain Disability Awareness postage stamp.
Mental illnesses are brain disorders. They include major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders. They can be successfully treated; however, even though one in five Americans experience a mental disorder at some stage during their lifetime, the stigma attached to mental illness often prevents people from seeking help when they need it. Nearly two-thirds never seek treatment.
NAMI is aware that the Committee has passed over proposals for such a stamp before, but this proposal today represents an idea whose time finally has come. We strongly urge the. Postal Service to support the President, the Surgeon General and others in seeking to eliminate stigma and reinforce treatment and recovery as critical public health goals for the nation.
We invite your consideration of the following key facts:

Congress proclaimed the 1990s as the "Decade of the Brain," which led to significant advances in understanding and treating mental illnesses.
The first White House Conference on Mental Health was convened in 1999, followed by the U.S. Surgeon General’s landmark Report on Mental Health, which declared: "Stigma must be overcome."
On April 29, 2003, President Bush declared: "Our country must make a commitment: Americans with mental illness deserve our understanding, and they deserve excellent care…To meet this goal, we've got to overcome obstacles…The first obstacle is the stigma that often surrounds mental illness—a stigma caused by a history of misunderstanding, fear, and embarrassment. Stigma leads to isolation, and discourages people from seeking the treatment they need. Political leaders, health care professionals, and all Americans must understand and send this message: mental disability is not a scandal—it is an illness."
President Bush’s New Freedom Commission on Mental Health issues its final report which includes the specific recommendation that the United States implement a national campaign to reduce the stigma of seeking care." The Department of Health & Human Services already has launched such a campaign under the leadership of the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), including a Resource Center to Address Discrimination & Stigma (ADS Center). See www.mentalhealthcommission.gov (http://www.mentalhealthcommission.gov/) and www.adscenter.org (http://www.adscenter.org/).
In addition, American popular culture is slowly shifting to reject stigma and open minds to the real nature of mental illnesses. During the past two years, two Pulitizer Prizes have been awarded to newspapers that focused on mental illness issues (i.e., the Los Angeles Times and New York Times) and two motion pictures ( A Beautiful Mind and The Hours) presenting accurate, balanced portrayals of persons received Academy Awards.The Postal Service now has an important, historic opportunity to play a role as part of the federal government’s overall efforts to generate even broader public awareness and education.
The Silver Ribbon is widely recognized within the national mental health community as a symbol of hope and recovery replacing stigma1. It achieved national prominence in 2002, when before a television audience of 40 million people, movie producer Ron Howard wore a Silver Ribbon pin on his lapel in accepting his Academy Award for A Beautiful Mind. The specific design may not be as important as the concept of the stamp; however, the Silver Ribbon, whether used as the centerpiece of a design or in conjunction with other elements—such as a depiction of the human brain—is an excellent starting point for creative deliberation.
Let me also make clear that NAMI’s request is for a simple first-class stamp as a vehicle for creating the broadest possible public awareness. Interest also exists within the mental health community for a stamp that might raise funds for research by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), but we recognize that uncertainty between Congress and the Postal Service in the process for reviewing such proposals makes them largely speculative at this time. Although NAMI reserves the right to request support for such a stamp at a later time, the first step the federal government clearly has embraced is the need for a national campaign to broaden awareness. We ask that you join in taking that first step by recommending the proposal.
Please contact me if I can provide any additional information. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Richard C. Birkel, Ph.D.
National Executive Director
cc: Postmaster General & CEO

[JoLovesMCA]

Thanks for posting the info. You know last night I was watching the news and they reported about Johnny Cash receiving his own stamp and congratulated him. Yeah I really would love to see Adam's face on there. He is just as deserving of it.

[JohnnyChavello]

Does anyone on the Boards do graphic design? I think a 3-pager formatted like Grand Royal magazine that touches on his music, social activism, work in film and video, and probably a whole lot of other stuff would be cool to put together for something like this.

[YoungRemy]

from the Committee website above, the board consists of members of The National Endowment for The Arts and The American Film Institute. those are the ones you want to get the proposal in the hands of. they would most recognize Yauch as a musician, humanitarian, filmmaker, and activist.

there are also museum people and graphic arts people on that board.

hell, I say bring out the big guns and enlist Cey Adams or Shepard Fairey for a project like that. aim for Aug 2014 commemoration ceremony to honor Yauch's 50th.

great idea.

[3stooges]

I think you'd have a much better chance getting a Beastie Boys stamp. MCA is obviously a big deal to Beastie fans but to the average person....I don't know. He's not iconic like most of the musicians that have stamps. The Beatles are the only band that has one, the rest are all either solo or band leaders. Beasties might be able to have one at some point though.

[JohnnyChavello]

I think you'd have a much better chance getting a Beastie Boys stamp. MCA is obviously a big deal to Beastie fans but to the average person....I don't know. He's not iconic like most of the musicians that have stamps. The Beatles are the only band that has one, the rest are all either solo or band leaders. Beasties might be able to have one at some point though.

I disagree. The committee's materials talk about "subjects of broad national interest" "that are both interesting and educational." It's true that MCA's individual history is known primarily to Beastie Boys fans, but using the platform of a national stamp as a way to promote the things about him that are generally unknown is "both interesting and educational." You might even say something like that in the application.

[3stooges]

I disagree. The committee's materials talk about "subjects of broad national interest" "that are both interesting and educational." It's true that MCA's individual history is known primarily to Beastie Boys fans, but using the platform of a national stamp as a way to promote the things about him that are generally unknown is "both interesting and educational." You might even say something like that in the application.

Yeah, I understand he's a human rights activist and great person and that's something to recognize. I just don't think he's that major of a figure in that respect. Maybe I'd be wrong but I see it more as a Beastie thing.

[JohnnyChavello]

Yeah, I understand he's a human rights activist and great person and that's something to recognize. I just don't think he's that major of a figure in that respect. Maybe I'd be wrong but I see it more as a Beastie thing.

Maybe not - he never ran around making grand speeches like Bono. The fact that he's not such a major figure to most people means there's actually an opportunity to turn people on to someone that did good things in a respectful, selfless way.

[JoLovesMCA]

Well let's take a look at the ones already on stamps. Selena had a short career, died tragically, and was honored with a stamp. I saw quite a few performers, actors, musicians... so why not Adam? :)

http://www.stampnews.com/tags/USA.html

[Laver1969]

I officially nominate Bro McDuff to be the author of this proposal!

[Bernard Goetz]

MCA on a Forever stamp would be the shit. "ADAM YAUCH FOREVER"

[JoLovesMCA]

Looks like Republic of Guinea already beat us to it!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Guinea-Adam-Yauch-Musician-3-Stamp-Sheet-7B-1918-/310612663057?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4851f51b11

[KENNY GUIDO]

good God!!!!!!(y)

[MCA4ever]

It's kinda cool how they have horovitz and mike on there too. I would love to know what is written across the top. Just
Goes to show just how special they are to the world.

[Randetica]

well how about that? (y)

[pshabi]

Looks like Republic of Guinea already beat us to it!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Guinea-Adam-Yauch-Musician-3-Stamp-Sheet-7B-1918-/310612663057?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4851f51b11

Is that shit real???????

Unbelievable!!!!! (y)

[JoLovesMCA]

Is that shit real???????

Unbelievable!!!!! (y)

I did a bit of research. It's real as far as I can tell. It's listed on several sites linked to that country. This was the other one.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Guinea-Adam-Yauch-Musician-Souvenir-Sheet-7B-1919-/310612663143?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4851f51b67

[MIKEtotheD]

It's kinda cool how they have horovitz and mike on there too. I would love to know what is written across the top. Just
Goes to show just how special they are to the world.

My French is a bit rusty, but it pretty much says that he was a member of the Beastie Boys, became a practicing Buddhist and that he passed of a type of cancer on May 4th, 2012.

[MCA4ever]

My French is a bit rusty, but it pretty much says that he was a member of the Beastie Boys, became a practicing Buddhist and that he passed of a type of cancer on May 4th, 2012.

Thanks :)

[YoungRemy]

git r done, US Postmaster General.

that is fantastic!

[damodafoca]

My French is a bit rusty, but it pretty much says that he was a member of the Beastie Boys, became a practicing Buddhist and that he passed of a type of cancer on May 4th, 2012.Yes.

It says "tribute to the leader of the band Beastie Boys", and it says "Adam Yauch was one of the member of the rap band Beastie Boys. Ecologist in his soul, he became practicing buddhist too. He deceased of cancer 4 may 12" on top.

[Laver1969]

That's beautiful. I just ordered it.