The most popular programs for the Debate - Minorities & Equal Opportunity type. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?browse=format&id=18 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Fri, 24 May 2013 16:59:57 GMT Debate - Minorities & Equal Opportunity A debate was held on atheism with Christopher Hitchens, author of [God Is Not Great], and David Berlinski, author of [The Devil's Delusion]. Mr. Berlinski argued the positive of the resolution "Atheism poisons everything" and Mr. Hitchens argued the negative. After their exchanges the authors responded to questions submitted by members of the audience before their closing statements. This event was hosted by the Fixed Point Foundation at the Sheraton Hotel in Birmingham, Alabama. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295467-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295467-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Dinesh D'Souza and Christopher Hitchens debated the question "Is Christianity the Problem?" After speeches and rebuttals, the authors then questioned each other. Then they responded to questions from members of the audience. The debate was moderated by Marvin Olasky. Dinesh D'Souza is the author of [What's So Great About Christianity], published by Regnery Publishing. Christopher Hitchens is the author of [God Is Not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything], published by Twelve. Marvin Olasky, the King's College provost and [World] magazine editor-in-chief, is the author of [Compassionate Conservatism: What it is, What it Does, and How it Can Transform America], published by Free Press. The debate at King's College was sponsored by the Society for Ethical Culture, the Intercollegiate Studies Institute (ISI), and tothesource.org. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201727-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201727-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT In a structured debate which featured opening statements, rebuttal, closing statements, and questions from the audience, Ambassador Keyes and Professor Dershowitz debated the question, "Does Organized Religion Have the Answers to 21st Century Problems?" Among the points of contention were the influence of religion on the founding fathers, the relation between religion and morality, the Bible as a source of moral guidance, and the role of religion in public discourse and politics. In often heated debate in response to audience questions, participants addressed issues such as sexual orientation, civil rights, Christianity, and the role of government in making social policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159474-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159474-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Sherif Girgis and Andrew Koppelman debated same-sex marriage. Mr. Sherif argued against same-sex marriage, saying the issue was not about equality but rather what marriage is and the reasons states are involved in the question. He said "marriage is fulfilled by the bearing and rearing of whole new children." Mr. Koppelman made his case in favor of same-sex marriage by refuting Mr. Sherif's thesis. Following their prepared remarks they answered questions from moderator Richard Fallon and audience members. Sherif Girgis is the author of [What is Marriage? Man and Woman: A Defense], and Andrew Koppelman wrote [Defending American Religious Neutrality]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310722-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310722-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Reza Aslan and Sam Harris debated the future of religion and its role in society, moderated by Jonathan Kirsch. Topics included whether the Bible provides timeless prescriptions for daily life or if its inclusion of practices such as slavery preclude its ability to act as such a guide; the concept of the Koran as a perfect and immutable document; and whether Osama bin Laden's grievances with the United States are purely theological, or also social and political. The participants also discussed contemporary trends in Islam including whether or not Muslims are unique in their religious fervor. They responded to audience members' questions. Reza Aslan is the author of [No God but God: The Origins, Evolution, and Future of Islam], published by Random House. Sam Harris is the author of [Letter to a Christian Nation], published by Knopf and [The End of Faith: Religion, Terror, and the Future of Reason], published by W.W. Norton and Company. Jonathan Kirsch is the author of [A History of the End of the World: How the Most Controversial Book in the Bible Changed the Course of Western Civilization], published by HarperSanFrancisco. The program "Can Religion and Reason be Reconciled?" was a presentation of "ALOUD at Central Library" by the Los Angeles Library Foundation in association with the Los Angeles Public Library. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196385-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196385-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Deepak Chopra and Leonard Mlodinow debated whether science or religion (spirituality) forms the best foundation for understanding the world. Tim Shriver moderated. They also responded to questions submitted by members of the audience at the Sixth & I Historic Synagogue in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302673-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302673-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Swindall moderated this debate between two Presbyterian ministers on the morality of the Union and the Confederacy. They examined the causes of the war and debated which side was more morally responsible for the death and destruction which resulted from the war. Marshall argued that the Union was correct for trying to end slavery and preserve the United States. Wilkins argued that the Confederacy was improperly invaded because southern states had the right to leave the Union and that the South was ready to gradually end slavery before radical abolitionism engendered such fierce opposition. Marshall is the author of [Sounding Forth the Trumpet]. Wilkins is the author of [Call of Duty: The Sterling Nobility of Robert E. Lee]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/101481-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/101481-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Participants debated the question, "Should Government Accept Same-Sex Marriage?" Arguing "yes" was Mary Bonauto, attorney for Massachusetts' GLAD chapter, who argued the Massachusetts Supreme Court case, and Jonathan Rauch, author of [Gay Marriages]. Arguing "no" was Hadley Arkes, political science professor at Amherst University, and Genevieve Wood, Vice President of the Family Research Council. Each debate team was also joined by a Boston University student. Following formal arguments debaters responded to points and questions brought by the audience. Members of he affirmative team won the debate. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181294-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181294-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT The panelists will discuss the politics and changing public image within the gay rights movement. The panelists represented opposing viewpoints ---conservative and progressive--- of the gay rights movement. Richard Goldstein and Carmen Vazquez represented the liberal view. Joining them were gay conservatives Andrew Sullivan, author of [Virtually Normal] and [Love Undetectable], and Norah Vincent, author of [The Instant Intellectual]. Both Mr. Sullivan and Ms. Vincent are mentioned in Mr. Goldstein's book, [The Attack Queers], published by Verso. Ms. Garry moderated the event. After the discussion, the panelists answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/170993-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/170993-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Candidates for the Democratic presidential nomination participated in a televised debate. During the first half of the program the three candidates stood at podia and answered questions from CNN journalists Joe Johns and Suzanne Malvo. Mr. Blitzer served as moderator. During the second half the candidates sat in chairs on the stage and had no time limits on their remarks and rebuttals. The debate originally aired live on CNN from the Palace Theatre in Myrtle Beach. The debate was co-sponsored by the Congressional Black Caucus Political Education and Leadership Institute and the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203717-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203717-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. D'Souza and Mr. Wu debated the merits and drawbacks of affirmative action as a government initiative. Each participant gave an opening statement and then had a chance to rebut each other. Following their rebuttals, Mr. D'Souza and Mr. Wu answered questions from the audience and gave closing remarks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/95101-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/95101-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT David Blankenhorn and Evan Wolfson debated the question "Should State Legislatures Approve Same-Sex Marriage?" The debate was moderated by Dean Friedman and focused on how state legislatures should approach the issues of equal treatment and protection of citizens, the benefits of marriage over other forms of legal contracts between two people, and the traditional role marriage played in society. They also responded to questions from the audience. David Blankenhorn has co-edited five books: [Rebuilding the Nest: A New Commitment to the American Family] (1990); [Seedbeds of Virtue: Sources of Competence, Character, and Citizenship in American Society] (1995); [Promises to Keep: Decline and Renewal of Marriage in America] (1996); [The Fatherhood Movement] (1999); and [The Book of Marriage: The Wisest Answers to the Toughest Questions] (2001). Evan Wolfson is the author of [Why Marriage Matters: America, Equality, and Gay People's Right to Marry], published by Simon and Schuster. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197264-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197264-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Schwartz and Mr. Shermer debated the limits of science in addressing spiritual questions. Mr. Shermer argued that such issues will either eventually be addressable using conventional scientific thinking, or will remain mysteries that science cannot penetrate. Going beyond material explanations, he claimed, is not the answer. Mr. Schwartz said that quantum physics has thrown new light on these questions, and that his own work has demonstrated that non-material forces may influence material entities, such as the brain. Following prepared remarks accompanied by slides, the speakers responded to questions from the audience. This discussion was part one of a larger debate on the scope of science organized and hosted by the Veritas Forum in the Ackerman Grand Ballroom at UCLA.. Co-sponsors were The Center for Inquiry International, The Skeptic Society and Skeptic magazine, and The IDEA Center. The debate was moderated by Professor Willard. Mr. Schwartz is the author of [The Mind and the Brain: Neuroplasticity and the Power of Mental Force], published by Regan Books. Mr. Shermer wrote [The Science of Good and Evil: Why People Cheat, Gossip, Care, Share, and Follow the Golden Rule], published by Times Books. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181776-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181776-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Dembski and Mr. Shanks talked about whether or not the complexities of nature imply an intelligent designer, i.e. God. Mr. Dembski claimed that evidence exists to suggest that such a designer did play a role. Mr. Shanks argued that there is no scientific evidence for such a being, and the fact that scientists have not been able to answer certain questions should not be considered evidence of the existence of a higher power. Slides were shown during the presentations. Following prepared remarks, the speakers responded to questions from the audience. This discussion was the second in a series of debates, organized and hosted by the Veritas Forum at UCLA, on the scope of science. Jeffrey Schwartz and Michael Shermer, who both participated in an earlier panel, joined Mr. Dembski and Mr. Shanks in making closing remarks at the end of the program. Mr. Dembski is the author of [The Design Revolution: Answering the Toughest Questions About Intelligent Design], published by InterVarsity Press. Mr. Shanks wrote [God, the Devil, and Darwin: A Critique of Intelligent Design Theory], published by Oxford University Press. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181776-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181776-2 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Professor Paglia participated in a debate, "On the Resolution: Women Are Better Than Men." She is the author of several books on culture, sexuality, and the arts. Between Professor Paglia's opening and closing statements, students alternated speaking in the negative and in the positive on the resolution, as well as answering questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/65345-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/65345-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Connerly and Professor Dyson debated the effectiveness of affirmative action. They discussed whether affirmative action helps or hinders minorities in gaining employment and whether the programs should continue. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/110701-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/110701-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Horowitz and Ms. Lewis debated whether African-Americans should receive reparations for the practice of slavery. Following their prepared remarks they discussed questions submitted by the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163547-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163547-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Historians talked about the merits of a federal law requiring Civil War battlefields to incorporate exhibits and programs on the role of slavery in U.S. history. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172742-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172742-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Democratic presidential candidates debated social issues, including health care, housing, Hurricane Katrina relief, the economy, and the environment. The debate was moderated by Tavis Smiley. The candidates were questioned by a panel of journalists including NPR's Michel Martin, columnist Ruben Navarrette, Jr., and [USA Today] and Gannett News Service's DeWayne Wickham. Coverage was provided by PBS and Tavis Smiley Productions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199443-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199443-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Leslie Bennetts talked about her book [The Feminine Mistake: Are We Giving Up Too Much?], published by Voice. Elissa Schappell debated Leslie Bennetts' assertion that women cannot afford to quit their jobs to be stay-at-home moms. Ms. Bennetts said it is dangerous for a woman to depend on anyone else to support her, and most full-time mothers will ultimately find their economic security challenged by divorce, a husband's unemployment, his illness or even death. After their presentations they responded to audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197681-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197681-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT The seven Democratic presidential candidates in the 1988 election debated campaign issues in a forum hosted by the Brown and Black Coalition, a group dedicated to the promotion of issues facing the Hispanic and African American communities. The candidates largely answered questions from journalists. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/29-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/29-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Great American Think-Off is a philosophy contest held annually in New York Mills, Minnesota. Essay winners held three rounds of debate. Debaters in the first round advocated that science was more dangerous than religion, while those in the second round proposed that religion was more dangerous. Winners of the first two rounds then debated each other in the third round. After the debate the audience decided that Mr. Friestad provided the most compelling arguments. During the program there were interviews with the organizer of the debate, the moderator, and last year's winner, as well as open phones during programming breaks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/124971-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/124971-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Connerly and Mr. Edley debated the topic, "Affirmative Action: Save It? End It? or Mend It?" Mr. Connerly opposed affirmative action and Professor Edley supported it. Among the topics they addressed were the meaning of equality, levels of diversity in America, the history of discrimination, hiring and college selection processes, and various means to obtain institutional excellence. After their prepared remarks they responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168971-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168971-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mayor Brown and Rep. Richter debated affirmative action, specifically proposition 209, called the California Civil Rights Initiative, which would end such programs in California state government. They made opening remarks and closing remarks and took questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/76283-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/76283-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/71703-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/71703-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Clarke talked about the dangers of terrorism and combating it, the decision to invade Iraq, and the small, fanatical percentage of Muslims who perpetrate terrorism. He answered questions from audience members. Former Rep. Barr and Agent Rowley spoke about civil liberties and combating terrorism, following which they were interviewed by Mr. Romero and answered audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182703-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182703-2 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT The panelists debated the use of the term "African-American" instead of "black." "Africans in America" and "New Africans" were also put forward. The debate was sponsored by [Wire], a monthly newspaper written for blacks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/9431-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/9431-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Andrew and Mr. Nicholson debated issues relevant to African-Americans and attempted to convince the NAACP gathering to support their respective parties. Mr. Andrew stressed the recent traditions of the Democratic Party while Mr. Nicholson talked about the new directions the Republican Party would take under a Bush administration. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158195-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158195-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/7087-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/7087-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT The two speakers debated the status of civil rights in America. They particularly focused on the civil rights bill of 1990 vetoed by President Bush, and the proposed civil rights legislation for 1991. Work place discrimination of protected groups and relief for victims of discrimination were debated. Supreme Court rulings and the Bush administration's proposals for action on civil rights were discussed. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17056-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/17056-1 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT