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Telephone lines were open for comments on the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates near zero for two more years.
Jason Stein was interviewed by phone about the results of the Wisconsin recall elections, the role of outside groups, and implications for 2012 elections.
Telephone lines were open for comments on the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates near zero for two more years.
Tavis Smiley and Cornel West, co-hosts of the "Smiley and West" radio program, talked about their recently launched "Poverty Tour," which will take them to 16 poor communities across the U.S. They also responded to telephone calls and electronic communities. Topics included President Obama's economic advisers and he recently passed debt ceiling bill. Professor West in his comments said that he would not support President Obama against a primary challenger but would support him in the presidential election. Mr. Smiley in his remarks talked about President Obama's attempts to compromise with Republican lawmakers, saying that the Democratic base "wants to see that he is a fighter, not a compromiser."
C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program.
Telephone lines were open for comments on the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates near zero for two more years.
C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program.
Martin Regalia talked about the role of private sector in job creation, and the relationship between the private sector and government in creating an environment for job growth. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Topics included a joint effort between the Chamber of Commerce and the Labor Department to assist veterans in finding private sector jobs, and the Obama administration's record on job creation and improving the economy.
This program was part three of a five-day "Washington Journal" series on the American workforce. The program identification numbers for the other parts are 300925-6 and 300926-6.
Global Oil Supply Disruption Simulation
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Former White House officials, senior retired military officers, and a former oil executive participated in a simulated disruption of the global oil supply. They portrayed members of the president's cabinet, giving recommendations about how to deal with an attack on a major Saudi oil field.
Jay Carney gave the daily White House briefing. Topics included the recent stock market losses, the violence and unrest in Syria, and President Obama's trip to Dover Air Force Base to honor the troops killed in the Afghanistan helicopter crash over the weekend.
U.S. Poverty
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Tavis Smiley and Cornel West, co-hosts of the "Smiley and West" radio program, talked about their recently launched "Poverty Tour," which will take them to 16 poor communities across the U.S. They also responded to telephone calls and electronic communities. Topics included President Obama's economic advisers and he recently passed debt ceiling bill. Professor West in his comments said that he would not support President Obama against a primary challenger but would support him in the presidential election. Mr. Smiley in his remarks talked about President Obama's attempts to compromise with Republican lawmakers, saying that the Democratic base "wants to see that he is a fighter, not a compromiser."
C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program.
Operations in Afghanistan
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General John Allen spoke to reporters on operations in Afghanistan following the deaths 30 U.S. troops, including 22 Navy SEALS, the preceding Saturday when their helicopter was shot down by Taliban insurgents. Eight Afghans also died in the crash. He announced that international forces killed the responsible insurgents and said the military is investigating and evaluating the mission errors related to the helicopter crash.
John Pistole talked about the future of transportation security ten years after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2011, focusing primarily on airline security and the controversial body image scanners and enhanced pat downs. In his remarks he said that intelligence is the best tool in the fight against terrorism. He also answered questions from audience members.
Private Sector Jobs
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Martin Regalia talked about the role of private sector in job creation, and the relationship between the private sector and government in creating an environment for job growth. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Topics included a joint effort between the Chamber of Commerce and the Labor Department to assist veterans in finding private sector jobs, and the Obama administration's record on job creation and improving the economy.
This program was part three of a five-day "Washington Journal" series on the American workforce. The program identification numbers for the other parts are 300925-6 and 300926-6.
U.S. State Daily Briefing
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Victoria Nuland led the daily State Department briefing, which was focused on new U.S. sanctions against Syrian in response to President Assad's violent crackdown on protestors and Syria's proliferation activities with North Korea.
Participants at the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International convention talked about the various uses of remote operated technology, including in Japan following its tsumani and earthquake, and after BP's oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Panel:
Maj. Gen. David "Duncan" Heinz, U.S. Marine Corps (ret.)
VP, Maritime Division iRobot Corporation
Lt. Col. Charlie Dean, U.S. Army (ret.) Director of Business Development, Unmanned
Systems Group, Technology Solutions Group QinetiQ North America
Lt. Col. Ricky Thomas, U.S. Air Force HQ AF Global Hawk Functional Manager HQ
AF/A2
John Priddy Director, National Air Security Operations Center, Grand Forks N.D.
U.S. Customs and Border Patrol
Moderator: Peter Hickman NPC Newsmakers Committee
Operations in Afghanistan
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General John Allen spoke to reporters on operations in Afghanistan following the deaths 30 U.S. troops, including 22 Navy SEALS, the preceding Saturday when their helicopter was shot down by Taliban insurgents. Eight Afghans also died in the crash. He announced that international forces killed the responsible insurgents and said the military is investigating and evaluating the mission errors related to the helicopter crash.
White House Daily Briefing
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Jay Carney gave the daily White House briefing. Topics included the recent stock market losses, the violence and unrest in Syria, and President Obama's trip to Dover Air Force Base to honor the troops killed in the Afghanistan helicopter crash over the weekend.
U.S. State Daily Briefing
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Victoria Nuland led the daily State Department briefing, which was focused on new U.S. sanctions against Syrian in response to President Assad's violent crackdown on protestors and Syria's proliferation activities with North Korea.
Panel on the Obama Presidency
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A panel of presidential historians, including Jonathan Alter, Bob Caro, and H.W. Brands offered insight on the Obama presidency. Lynn Sherr moderated.
"Perspectives on the Obama Presidency" was a panel of the Hamptons Institute, presented by Guild Hall in collaboration with The Roosevelt Institute.
Future of the Internet
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Twitter creators Biz Stone and Evan Williams spoke with Walter Isaacson about the future of the Internet.
U.S. State Daily Briefing
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Victoria Nuland led the daily State Department briefing, which was focused on new U.S. sanctions against Syrian in response to President Assad's violent crackdown on protestors and Syria's proliferation activities with North Korea.
Implications of a Syria Revolt
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Panelists discussed ongoing violence and political unrest in Syria, ands options for a possible resolution. Topics included U.S. sanctions against the country's largest commercial bank and largest mobile phone operator.
Who:
Radwan Ziadeh, Director, Damascus Center for Human Rights Studies
Ausama Monajed, Director, Strategic Research & Communication Center, London
Ambassador (ret.) Theodore Kattouf, Former US Ambassador to Syria
Alan Makovsky, Staff Member, House Foreign Affairs Committee
(Makovsky has been removed from panel)
12p-1:30p SEIU Building, First Floor www.mei.edu
Panel on the Obama Presidency
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A panel of presidential historians, including Jonathan Alter, Bob Caro, and H.W. Brands offered insight on the Obama presidency. Lynn Sherr moderated.
"Perspectives on the Obama Presidency" was a panel of the Hamptons Institute, presented by Guild Hall in collaboration with The Roosevelt Institute.
Future of the Internet
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Twitter creators Biz Stone and Evan Williams spoke with Walter Isaacson about the future of the Internet.
U.S. State Daily Briefing
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Victoria Nuland led the daily State Department briefing, which was focused on new U.S. sanctions against Syrian in response to President Assad's violent crackdown on protestors and Syria's proliferation activities with North Korea.
Implications of a Syria Revolt
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Panelists discussed ongoing violence and political unrest in Syria, ands options for a possible resolution. Topics included U.S. sanctions against the country's largest commercial bank and largest mobile phone operator.
Who:
Radwan Ziadeh, Director, Damascus Center for Human Rights Studies
Ausama Monajed, Director, Strategic Research & Communication Center, London
Ambassador (ret.) Theodore Kattouf, Former US Ambassador to Syria
Alan Makovsky, Staff Member, House Foreign Affairs Committee
(Makovsky has been removed from panel)
12p-1:30p SEIU Building, First Floor www.mei.edu
Social Media and the Courts
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Panelists talked about the impact of social media on the courts. Former Judge Dennis Sweeney and Communications Professor Genelle Belmas talked about a new generation of jurors who are "digital natives. Judge Sweeney told a story of five jurors who friended each other on Facebook during a trial. Other topics included judges who use Twitter and the future of the courts.
8:15-8:45 a.m. Modern Media and the Modern Judge
Introduction:
• Judge William Dressel, President, The National Judicial College
Topic 1: How Social Media has changed the game of Courtroom Management
• Hon. Dennis Sweeney, retired 5th Judicial Circuit Judge, Howard County, Maryland.
Topic 2: Judicial Standards for Recusal in the Social Media era
• Dr. Genelle I. Belmas, California State University, Fullerton
Future of Transportation Security
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John Pistole talked about the future of transportation security ten years after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2011, focusing primarily on airline security and the controversial body image scanners and enhanced pat downs. In his remarks he said that intelligence is the best tool in the fight against terrorism. He also answered questions from audience members.
Carla Peterson recounts the lives of black elites in New York City in the 19th century. Professor Peterson examines a community of black New Yorkers, which included her ancestors, prior to the Civil War whose occupations afforded them upper-class status under the constant threat of racial violence. Carla Peterson discussed her book at the Jefferson Market Library in New York City. The February 28, 2011, program was part of the Greenwich Village Society for Historic Preservation's African American History Month Series.
Women in Media
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Women in Media
PANELISTS:
Judy Woodruff, Co-Anchor, PBS NewsHour
Paula Kerger, CEO, PBS
Gracia Martore, President, Gannett
MODERATOR:
Leonora Valvo, CEO, etouches
General John Allen spoke to reporters on operations in Afghanistan following the deaths 30 U.S. troops, including 22 Navy SEALS, the preceding Saturday when their helicopter was shot down by Taliban insurgents. Eight Afghans also died in the crash. He announced that international forces killed the responsible insurgents and said the military is investigating and evaluating the mission errors related to the helicopter crash.
HIV/AIDS Anniversary
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The Health and Human Services Department marked the 30th anniversary of the HIV/AIDS epidemic with a discussion among researchers, physicians and activists. Speakers talked about the early days of the disease, the growth of prevention and treatments, and what the future might hold.
Securities Transaction Tax
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Participants debated for and against the implementation of a financial transaction tax on trades of stocks, bonds, derivatives and other investments. They focused on the need to improve revenues to reduce deficit spending, how the taxes have been used in other countries, and the potential impact on the economy.
A financial transaction tax is a small tax placed on a specific type of financial transaction.
Democratic Republic of the Congo Election Preparation
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The U.S. Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of the Congo talked about preparations for November 2011 elections in that country. Other speakers included officials from the Carter Center's Democracy Program and the International Foundation for Electoral Systems. Both organizations were to be among the groups monitoring the elections.
U.S. Economy and Housing Policy
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Freddie Mac Chairman John Koskinen called Standard and Poor's (S&P;) decision to downgrade the U.S. and Freddie Mac's crediting rating from AAA to AA+ "sound." Shortly before speaking on the economy and housing market, he was informed of S&P;'s decision to downgrade both Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae's credit rating. Koskinen told the audience he was optimistic about the U.S. economy but noted that the risk of the downgrade was that S&P; was correct in its determination that the U.S. could not deal with its deficit problem. He also responded to questions from the audience.
Guns on College Campuses
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Participants talked about guns on college campuses. Two groups that support giving college students the ability to carry concealed weapons argued that colleges would be safer if students were allowed to possess firearms. State and local politicians, as well as college students and professors spoke about their feelings about allowing concealed handguns on campuses.
Guns on College Campuses
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Participants talked about guns on college campuses. Two groups that support giving college students the ability to carry concealed weapons argued that colleges would be safer if students were allowed to possess firearms. State and local politicians, as well as college students and professors spoke about their feelings about allowing concealed handguns on campuses.
Impact of September 11, 2001, Terrorist Attacks on Schools
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Education experts talked about the impact of the terrorist attacks of September, 11, 2001, on schools and children. Among the topics they addressed were emergency preparedness and planning, the effects of trauma on students and teachers, violence prevention, and civil engagement.
Prior to the panel discussion, Fairfax County Public Schools students presented the colors and sang the national anthem. Also, students from the Urban Nation Performing Arts School performed songs and dance numbers.
Women in Media
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Women in Media
PANELISTS:
Judy Woodruff, Co-Anchor, PBS NewsHour
Paula Kerger, CEO, PBS
Gracia Martore, President, Gannett
MODERATOR:
Leonora Valvo, CEO, etouches
Theodore Roosevelt in the Badlands
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Roger Di Silvestro recounted the three years Theodore Roosevelt lived and worked as a rancher in the Badlands of Dakota Territory. Following the death of Roosevelt's wife and mother on the same day, February 12, 1884, the young, New York politician, moved to a ranch he had purchased in the Badlands. The author reported that the future president's time on the ranch would shape his thinking on the American West and wildlife conservation. Roger Di Silvestro spoke at the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C.
Reading Obama: Dreams, Hope, and the American Political Tradition
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James Kloppenberg, chair of the history department at Harvard University, explores the philosophical, political, and historical studies of President Barack Obama. Mr. Kloppenberg examines how President Obama's education has influenced his political career from his readings of Friedrich Neitzche and John Rawls to his thoughts on the Constitution, Civil War, and the New Deal. He was in conversation with Professor Marini and responded to questions from members of the audience. This was part of the series "Dangers and Denial: Cautionary Tales for Our Times" at the Massachusetts Historical Society in Boston.
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter: The Georgia Years, 1924-1974
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E. Stanly Godbold presented a dual biography of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter. In the first of two planned volumes, Mr. Godbold recounted the Carters' childhoods in Plains, Georgia, their courtship and marriage, and their ascendancy to the national political stage. Professor Godbold discussed his book at the Georgia Center for the Book at DeKalb County Public Library in Decatur, Georgia.
Rich Lowry was the featured speaker at the Young America's Foundation Conference and talked about conservatism and the future of the Republican Party. This was at George Washington University in Washington, DC.
Health Care and Insurance Overhaul
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Witnesses testified about rising health care costs, insurance company profits, the administration of grants, and regulatory oversight since the passage of the 2010 health care law. They also talked about strengthening administrative oversight programs and cost control measures.
Jeffrey Toobin on the Supreme Court
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Jeffrey Toobin talked about U.S. Supreme Court as a political institution. In his remarks he gave a history of nominations under various presidents and the case rulings to support his point. He also told stories about the various justices and responded to questions from the audience.
Drought and Famine in the Horn of Africa
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Witnesses testified about the food and humanitarian crisis in the Horn of Africa. They focused on the impact of a severe drought in Somalia and the plight of refugee camps in Ethiopia and Kenya. Over 12 million people were in need of food according to the U.N. They also said that relief efforts in Somalia had been complicated by the fact that al-Qaida aligned group al-Shabaab controlled key parts of the country.
Federal Leased Property
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Witnesses testified about the federal leasing process and its management, with a focus on whether federal leasing was an efficient use of taxpayer dollars. Estimates show that federal agencies occupy about 635 million square feet of leased building space domestically in fiscal year 2009.
Ambassadorial Nominations, Panel 1
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Ambassadors who had been appointed during congressional recess periods testified about their confirmation by the Senate. Among the topics they addressed were political unrest and anti-government demonstrations in the Middle East and North Africa, missile defense programs in Eastern Europe, international trade policy, and regional security issues. Ambassador Ford provided an opening statement in this portion but was questioned separately in a second part of the hearing.
Retirement Security
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Social Security and Medicare's two public trustees talked about the role of the public trustee. Charles Blahous and Robert Reischauer also touched on the solvency of the two entitlement programs. According to the annual trustee report on the financial health of Medicare and Social Security released in May, the programs' financial future was "challenging" and "not sustainable." They also responded to questions from the audience.
News Media and the Courts
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Journalists talked about changes in the news media and about coverage of the courts. Topics included the impact of social media, the 24-hour news cycle and, and the quality of reporting. They also answered questions from audience members after their discussion.
African-American Vote in 2012
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The Center for American Progress held a discussion on the African-American vote in 2012 and beyond. Following Maryland Democratic Representative Donna Edwards' keynote address and question and answer session with audience members, a journalist, a political strategist, and a political science professor talked about voter attitudes and trends in regard to the 2012 elections.
Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis on the Labor Movement
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Labor Secretary Hilda Solis spoke about challenges facing the labor movement. She talked about the exploitation of workers, and what she called the "attacks" by certain governors on collective bargaining rights. She spoke before members of the coalition group called Jobs With Justice which held its national conference in Washington.
Private Sector Jobs
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Martin Regalia talked about the role of private sector in job creation, and the relationship between the private sector and government in creating an environment for job growth. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Topics included a joint effort between the Chamber of Commerce and the Labor Department to assist veterans in finding private sector jobs, and the Obama administration's record on job creation and improving the economy.
This program was part three of a five-day "Washington Journal" series on the American workforce. The program identification numbers for the other parts are 300925-6 and 300926-6.
Transportation Infrastructure Funding
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Transportation Department, union, and investment company representatives testified at a hearing on ways to promote private investment in federal transportation projects.
The Honorable Polly Trottenberg, Assistant Secretary for Transportation Policy, U.S. Department of Transportation
Mr. Steve Bruno, Vice President, Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen
Mr. Robert Dove, Managing Director, Carlyle Infrastructure Partners, The Carlyle Group
Mr. J. Perry Offutt, Managing Director, Head of Infrastructure, Investment Banking for the Americas, Morgan Stanley
Mr. Pete Ruane, President & CEO, American Road & Transportation Builders Association
Weather Satellite Operation
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Officals and television news meteorologists talked about weather satellite operations, developing technologies used by meteorologists, extreme weather forecasting, coordination with first responders in the event of a disaster, and the potential impact of federal budget cuts.
African Development
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Participants spoke about economic aid and development in Africa. Among the issues they addressed were the logistics of providing development aid, diversifying approaches to providing aid, humanitarian relief programs, and the influence of China and Chinese trade on the African continent. They also responded to questions from the audience.