The most popular programs for the Forum - Health & Welfare type. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?browse=format&id=24 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Wed, 22 May 2013 10:46:00 GMT Forum - Health & Welfare Panelists offered their recommendations on changes needed to Social Security and how the politics surrounding the issue might play out in the 2012 elections. Among the topics they addressed were long-term solvency, and how recent debate over the national debt and deficit spending might lead to entitlement cuts. They also responded to questions from the audience. The discussion marked the 76th anniversary of the enactment of Social Security. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301047-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301047-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Representative Anthony Weiner talked about the 2010 health care law on the anniversary of President Obama signing it into law. Representative Weiner, who advocated for a single payer health care system, talked about the details of the law and rebutted charges against it. Following his speech, he responded to questions from moderator Neera Tanden and members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298633-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298633-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Tavis Smiley moderated a conversation on solutions for restoring America's prosperity. Topics included the white paper from Indiana University's School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA), released the previous day, titled [At Risk: America's Poor During and After the Great Recession], which reveals the "new poor" and how the face of poverty in America has changed. "Remaking America: From Poverty to Prosperity", was held at George Washington University's Lisner Auditorium,. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303663-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303663-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Tavis Smiley moderated a discussion focusing on poverty in the United States. Panelists discussed issues including the importance of education, prisons, welfare programs, the size of government, and the federal budget. The panelists generally criticized the administration for not focusing on poverty and Tavis Smiley called on President Obama to hold a "White House Conference on the Eradication of Poverty in America." Mr. Smiley's annual forum was titled "Vision for a New America: A Future without Poverty." It was held in the Lisner Auditorium of George Washington University. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310437-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310437-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Social Security and Medicare Trustees Robert Reischauer and Charles Blahous talked about the annual report on the financial solvency of the entitlement programs. They gave their recommendations for change and predictions for current and future beneficiaries. After their presentations, they answered questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299962-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299962-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT House Budget Committee Chair Paul Ryan addressed the Economic Club of Chicago. He talked about his plan for Medicare reform, saying that it would empower senior citizens to "deny business to inefficient providers." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299555-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299555-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Maryland First Lady Katie O'Malley spoke about bullying in schools and various prevention programs. In her remarks she talked about the state's anti-bullying initiative, and spoke about the challenges for youth coming out as gay. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307455-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307455-3 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panelists previewed Supreme Court oral arguments on the constitutionality of the 2010 health care law, focusing on its requirement that all Americans buy health insurance. Michael Carvin and Paul Clement asserted that the law does not have any limiting principles, reasoning that if Congress has the power to force citizens to buy health insurance, then, Congress can force them to buy anything, such as cars or certain foods. Akhil Amar and Neal Katyal disagreed, with Mr. Katyal arguing that health care differs because everyone will have to use health care services at some point in their lives. Following their discussion,, they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304464-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304464-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Catholic leaders spoke about an Obama administration ruling on a provision of the 2010 health care law that requires church-affiliated employers to cover contraceptives and other preventive services in their health insurance plans. They focused on the impact of the mandate on religious institutions and religious freedom. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304319-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304319-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Vice president Gore and Governor Bush made tongue-in-cheek remarks about the presidential debates, the campaign, and one another. Following their remarks Archbishop Egan paid tribute to the hospitals and health care institutions of New York. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159888-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159888-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Representative Gene Taylor held a town hall meeting at Pelican Landing Conference Center in Moss Point, Mississippi. He spoke about a number of tax issues and federal programs before taking questions from the audience. Questions focused on health care reform and Representative Taylor said that he did not intend to vote for the president's proposals. At points throughout the meeting, the crowd would burst into loud cheers or booing. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288432-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288432-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Devra Davis presented her book [Disconnect: The Truth About Cell Phone Radiation, What the Industry Has Done to Hide It, and How to Protect Your Family], published that day by Dutton. She argued that cell phone radiation damages the human body. She said that recently disclosed research shows that cell phones negatively affect human DNA and increase the user's risk of developing memory loss, cancer, and various neurological diseases. Ms. Dutton talked about the industry practices that have hidden the dangers and her recommendations for cell phone use. Ms. Davis showed slides throughout her presentation and responded questions at the end. Dr. Herberman added remarks about the need to take precautions. Maine State Representative Boland talked about industry resistance to safety warnings. This book launch event was held at at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., where Ms. Davis was a visiting lecturer. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296071-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296071-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Four members of President Nixon's Domestic Council talked about his domestic policies and the continuing influence of those policies in the present. Geoff Shepard moderated. He talked about government organization and the origins of the Domestic Council. James Cavanaugh talked about President Nixon's proposal for health care reform, which was stopped by Senator Ted Kennedy in a move he later came to regret. Other topics included the National Cancer Act of 1971. John Whitaker talked about environmental programs, including neighborhood parks. Richard Fairbanks talked about energy conservation. Some slides were shown throughout. "Domestic Policy Initiatives of the Nixon Years" was the first of the "Richard Nixon Legacy Forums" held to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Richard Nixon Library and Birthplace, now the Nixon Presidential Library and Museum. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291143-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291143-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT A panel of pro-life advocates talked about their range of positions on the politics surrounding the issue, including the new federal health care law, upcoming court cases, and some of the challenges that the anti-abortion movement faces. "Can Politics be Hospitable to Life?" was a session at the National Review Institute the "Future of Conservatism" Summit held at the Omni Hotel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310608-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310608-2 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Participants spoke about suicide prevention efforts. They said mental health and substance abuse was a public health issue which should be confronted by destigmatizing mental illness and suicide. They focused on an initiative where the department of Health and Human Services would provide nearly $56 million in new grants to support the national strategy. The program would set new standards for doctors to earn incentive payments and also hire additional 1,600 mental professionals. They answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308065-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308065-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panelists discussed the constitutionality of the individual insurance mandate in the 2010 health care law. They also talked about several cases scheduled to be heard by the Supreme Court on various aspects of the health care legislation. The 2012 Federalist Society National Student Symposium was hosted by Stanford University Law School. The theme for the symposium was "Bureaucracy Unbound: Can Limited Government and the Administrative State Co-Exist?" http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304734-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304734-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panelists analyzed the impact of various voter demographics on the 2012 election results. They responded to questions from members of the audience. Gregory Capelli made luncheon remarks about the education of the work force. "The Day After: The 2012 Election Debrief" was held by the National Journal in the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center Atrium Ballroom. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309307-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309307-6 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Housing experts and civil rights advocates discussed the future of the housing market. They focused on rising foreclosures, unequal opportunity, and access to credit. Janis Bowdler in her opening remarks before the speakers said that the "topic of housing has been ignored" by the 2012 presidential candidates. They responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307592-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307592-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT HIV/AIDS experts, African-American men living with HIV or AIDS, and policy makers talked about the HIV/AIDS epidemic among African American men. Topics included to the federal and community responses to the epidemic, and reducing the overall stigma in the black community. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293840-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293840-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Tavis Smiley and Cornel West presented their thoughts on poverty in America. The authors report that 150 million Americans are poor or near poor and argue that ending poverty should be addressed with the same concern as prior social and political movements. Tavis Smiley and Cornel West each made a presentation. Then they responded to questions submitted by members of the audience. This event in the Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College in New York City was a fundraiser by the National Black Writers Conference for the Center for Black Literature at Medgar Evers College. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305439-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305439-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Newt Gingrich and Peter Orszag spoke at a forum on the costs of the health care, the federal health care law enacted the previous year, and its impact on biomedical innovation. The event also featured representatives from the FDA, pharmaceutical companies and patient advocacy organizations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299171-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299171-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) and actor Kirk Cameron spoke at the Value Voters Summit. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308198-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308198-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT A panel of child development researchers presented scientific research on bullying. Topics included aggressive behavior versus bullying, interventions for bullying, and factors that contribute to a climate of bulling. Following their presentations, panelists responded to questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295011-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295011-2 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Martin Amis, Carol Blue, Cary Goldstein, and Robert Weil discussed Christopher Hitchens' book [Mortality], in which Mr. Hitchens, while suffering from esophageal cancer, described the torments of illness, discussed its taboos, and explored how disease changes our relationship to the world around us. This event took place at the 2012 Miami Book Fair International held November 11-18, 2012 on the campus of Miami Dade College in Miami, Florida. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309425-11 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309425-11 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Following song and prayer, Representative Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO) made opening remarks at the inaugural Faith Leaders Summit on Voting Rights. Representative Cleaver, who is also a minister, talked about poverty, drawing parallels between the lives of the poor and the life of Jesus. He also talked briefly about recent new state voter laws. During his remarks the audience often responded vocally in appreciation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306313-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306313-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Speakers talked about the role of law enforcement agencies in the prevention of bullying. Thomas Perrelli in his remarks talked about the relationship between childhood and adolescent bullying and the commission of crimes such as domestic violence and sexual assault as adults. Russlynn Ali talked about the role of the Civil Rights Division of the Department of Education. Among the issues she addressed were how to file complaints and the difference between harassment and bullying. After their speeches, they answered questions from the audience. A second panel of administrators talked about anti-bullying efforts in their schools. Among the topics they addressed were staff training, the Iowa Safe Schools Law, teaching strategies, and the creation of student groups to assist in prevention. Following their prepared remarks, panelists responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295021-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295021-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Institute of the Black World 21st Century held a forum on the impact of the policies of the "War on Drugs" on the African-American community. Speakers included Jesse Jackson and Representative John Conyers (D-MI). President Nixon used the term "War on Drugs" to promote his drug control initiatives, and subsequent administrations have continued variations of those polices. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300088-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300088-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Kidder talked about his biography, [Mountains Beyond Mountains: Healing the World: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer], published by Random House. Dr. Farmer himself joined Mr. Kidder for the discussion. The book follows Dr. Farmer from his childhood in Florida to his education at Harvard Medical School, then to his establishment of the Haitian clinic, Zanmi Lasante, and finally to his status as an international expert in treating communicable diseases. Mr. Kidder also recounted his experiences with Dr. Farmer, following the doctor around the world on his quest to educate the public about conditions in Haiti and solicit funds for work there. Following their discussion, Mr. Kidder and Dr. Farmer responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/178248-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/178248-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Attorneys Andrew Pincus and Ilya Somin previewed the Supreme Court oral argument on the constitutionality of the 2010 health care law. They outlined the legal principles the Court will examine during each day of the three days of argument. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304888-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304888-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Deputy Assistant Treasury Secretary for Retirement Mark Iwry testified about retirement savings plans and consumer education. He said that an insufficient number of Americans were not contributing enough to retirement accounts, and many would not be able to maintain their lifestyle in retirement. For that reason the Obama administration was pushing Congress to make individual retirement account (IRA) enrollment automatic. He also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300902-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300902-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Health and Human Services Committee of the National Governors' Association met to discuss health care and health policy issues facing states. A primary topic of conversation was health care reform, and innovative strategies governors can take to lower Medicaid costs. Additionally, broader aspects of health policy were discussed including hospitals, quality of health services, and emergency response teams. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306970-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306970-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Following an introduction by Mr. Kantor and a speech by Mr. Shriver, panelists discussed the life and work of humanitarian Sargent Shriver. Mr. Russert moderated the panel. Each panelist reflected on a different aspect of Mr. Shriver's career, including his leadership in the war on poverty, his efforts to provide legal representation for the poor, and his work for the Special Olympics. Mr. Stossel is the author of [Sarge: The Life and Times of Sargent Shriver], published by Smithsonian Books. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181903-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181903-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Stefan Bradley, history and African American studies professor at Saint Louis University, recalls the efforts by African-American students and the residents of Harlem to stop Columbia University from building a private gymnasium and expanding the University's footprint in 1968-69. Mr. Bradley focuses on the residents of Harlem's protest and the radicalization of portions of Columbia's student body, including the SDS (Students for a Democratic Society) led by Mark Rudd and the SAS (Students' Afro American Society). Stefan Bradley discusses his book at the Brecht Forum in New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291160-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291160-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Senate Special Committee on Aging held a forum on the current quality of care for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and the impact on their families. They talked about a number of issues including the current state of Alzheimer's disease research and various care-giving programs. They also answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296979-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296979-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Congressional Health Care Caucus held a forum to examine the policy options in Congress for making health coverage affordable for individuals with pre-existing conditions. The Caucus was founded at beginning of the 111th Congress to provide a forum for Republican members and staff to learn about health care policy issues. Topics included the possible impact of current health care bills on health care costs, and alternative ways to reform the health care system. Panelists responded to questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289631-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289631-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panelists previewed the Supreme Court oral arguments on the constitutionality of the 2010 health care law requirement that people purchase health care coverage by 2014 or face a financial penalty. Michael Cannon and Randy Barnett reasoned that the mandate is unconstitutional, with Mr. Barnett calling it "unprecedented," "uncabined," "unnecessary," and "dangerous." Elizabeth Wydra argued that the requirement is constitutional on the grounds of the interstate commerce and necessary and proper clauses. Afterward, they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305060-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305060-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT James Fowler talked about the book he wrote with Nicholas Christakis, [Connected: The Surprising Power of Our Social Networks and How They Shape Our Lives] (Little, Brown and Company; September 28, 2009). In the book the social scientists argue that almost every choice people make has something to do with the social networks they belong to. James Fowler talked about how they came to write the book. Using studies and statistics, Professor Fowler talked about how all behaviors are contagious, including overeating, suicide and choice of romantic partner. He used slides during his presentation. He also responded to questions from members of the audience. The event was at Warwick's Bookstore, in La Jolla at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 8, 2009. James Fowler is an associate professor at the University of California, San Diego. He teaches in the Department of Political Science and the Center for Wireless and Population Health Systems. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289646-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289646-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panel members talked about current programs to revitalize cities. They talked about the ways in which cities are attempting to draw suburbanites back to inner cities and downtown areas and way in which local, state and federal government are assisting in that effort. Following their discussion, panelists answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/106841-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/106841-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Health care administrators spoke about providing patient-centered health care, rising costs of medical care and procedures, and the potential impact of health care reform. They answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297495-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297495-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Following prepared remarks, panelists talked about the impact of bullying in schools and various programs designed to address the problem and educate the public about the severity and scope. They responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295011-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295011-4 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panelists spoke to members of the National Task Force on Children Exposed to Violence about the levels of exposure, the impact of exposure of violence to children, and efforts to counter the social problems caused by exposure to violence. They focused on the scope of children's exposure to violence and the impact on a weak economy and unemployment. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302910-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302910-2 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The co-authors of [Why Obamacare Is Wrong for America] presented their criticisms of the recently passed national health care legislation. The panelists argued that the new health care plan would restrict coverage, raise insurance costs, and increase the deficit. The panelists, Thomas Miller, Robert Moffit, Grace-Marie Turner, and James Capretta, also responded to questions from members of the audience. Mr. Kristol made opening remarks about the state of health care legislation. This book launch event was held in the First Amendment Lounge of the National Press Club. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298876-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298876-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT In honor of the 40th anniversary of the creation of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Assistant Labor Secretary David Michaels, labor unions representatives, and business leaders talked about the agency's beginnings, changes made to reduce work-related injuries, and challenges that remained ahead. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299149-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299149-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Health care analysts, who supported repealing the 2010 health care reform law, talked about different provisions of the law that they believed would hurt the economy and the health care system overall. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297573-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297573-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Two of the plaintiffs in the four Supreme Court cases challenging the 2010 health care law talked about the Court's ruling in favor of the statute. They focused on the legal aspects. Afterward, they answered questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306843-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306843-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Representative James Moran held a health care town hall meeting at South Lakes High School in Reston, Virginia. Howard Dean, former Democratic National Committee chairman, also delivered remarks. Representative Moran outlined the $1.6 trillion bill that passed in the House Energy and Commerce Committee and expressed his support for a new government public health option. He also sought to explain what he called "myths" about the bill, including claims that the bill would fund death panels encouraging ailing elderly patients to consider assisted suicide. The meeting was interrupted several times by screaming and catcalls. At one point anti-abortion activist Randall Terry was removed from the meeting after refusing an offer of five minutes of floor time in exchange for his silence. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288530-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288530-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Johan Norberg talked about his book [Financial Fiasco: How America's Infatuation with Home Ownership and Easy Money Created the Economic Crisis] (Cato Institute; September 25, 2009). He talked about the role that low interest rates and a push for home ownership played in the recent economic collapse in the U.S. He was joined by Mark Calabria, author of the article "Did Deregulation Cause the Financial Crisis?," in the July/August 2009 issue of [Cato Policy Report]. They used slides in their presentations and then responded to questions from members of the audience. "Diagnosing and Treating the Roots of the Financial Crisis" was a noon Capitol Hill Briefing given on Wednesday, September 2, 2009, by the Cato Institute in room B-339 of the Rayburn House Office Building. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288938-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288938-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panelists Ed Howard, Executive Vice President of Alliance for Health Reform, Ursula Bauer, Health Promotion Director of the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, Thomas Farley, Commissioner of NYC Department of Health & Hygiene, and Matthew Myers, President of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, discussed ways to prevent chronic disease and how to take that message to the public. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307052-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307052-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Legal experts talked about the Supreme Court's ruling that upheld the Affordable Care Act, the health care law. The three panelists, all of whom oppose the legislation, discussed the role of government in health care, constitutional issues, tax issues, and the 2012 elections. They responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306875-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306875-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Family law scholars Naomi Cahn and June Carbone examine America's red and blue state divide and how these regional and ideological differences affect American families. The authors examine how the definition of "family values" differs depending on political affiliation and the effect political policy can have on the family unit. Naomi Cahn and June Carbone used slides while presenting their book at the New America Foundation in Washington, D.C. After comments by Pat Fagan and Eyal Press, David Gray moderated a panel discussion. The panelists also responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294705-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294705-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT