The most popular events for the Road to the White House - History & Society Series http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?browse=series&id=10 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Sat, 25 May 2013 09:49:35 GMT Road to the White House - History & Society After losing the 1976 presidential election to Governor Jimmy Carter, President Ford delivered a concession speech with his family standing behind him. Betty Ford also spoke, thanking all their campaign supporters. Included in program ID 195947. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153625-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153625-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Charles Murray and Nassim Taleb discussed their research on interpretations of historical achievement and great human accomplishments, including the analysis of unexpected events throughout history. After their presentations they responded to audience members' questions. Charles Murray is the author of [Human Accomplishment: The Pursuit of Excellence in the Arts and Sciences, 800 B.C. to 1950] and Nassim Taleb is the author of [The Black Swan: The Impact of the Highly Improbable]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199808-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199808-4 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT President Gerald Ford accepted the nomination to be the 1976 Republican candidate for president at the Republican National Convention held in Kemper Arena in Kansas City, Missouri. Following his speech there was extended applause and demonstrations at the convention. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/3954-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/3954-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Scott Helman talked about how Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney's experience at Bain Capital and as governor of Massachusetts might influence his governing style if he wins the 2012 election. He also talked about Mr. Romney's public persona and the success of speakers at the Republican National Convention in presenting him to voters, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Scott Helman is the author of the book, [The Real Romney]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307662-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307662-3 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Chief Justice John Roberts delivered the seventh annual Barbara Olson Lecture. He talked about the legacy of President James Madison who was considered the father of the U.S. Constitution as well as the Bill of Rights, and who wrote many of the Federalist Papers. This event was part of the annual National Lawyers Convention of the Society. The Federalist Society's 25th anniversary celebration involved a full-day conference honoring Judge Robert Bork and his contributions to the law. Judge Bork, co-chairman of the Society's board of visitors, was unable to be present due to illness. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202361-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202361-2 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about the history of the progressive movement in the democratic era. They discussed the pressure that the movement led by Martin Luther King, Jr., put on elected officials such as President Lyndon Johnson to pass civil rights legislation, and how the same type of pressure could be applied to the next president. They emphasized the incredible change brought on by the civil rights movement and how much Americans today owe to it. This event was held at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201801-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201801-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Road to the White House first featured a brief telephone interview with Dick Cavett and John O'Neill, now a Houston lawyer, regarding the program to be shown. Next was featured ABC's June 30, 1971, "The Dick Cavett Show," during which John Kerry, a decorated Vietnam War veteran turned war protestor, and a fellow Navy veteran, John O'Neill, debated the Vietnam War and America's policy towards Southeast Asia. Kerry represented Vietnam veterans opposed to the war, while O'Neill supported the U.S. policy in Vietnam. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181128-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181128-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Former Obama administration adviser Jared Bernstein and Representative Mick Mulvaney (R-SC) talked about the Obama presidency. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302438-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302438-5 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT The first lady talked about her experiences in the White House and about her family. She also described some of her early experiences and talked about her love of politics and issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/78086-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/78086-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Terry Jeffrey moderated and the panelists discussed the conservative domestic policy agenda. Topics included the health care system and the uninsured, tax cuts, and limited government. After their remarks they responded to audience members' questions. Charles Kesler wrote [Saving the Revolution.] Charles Murray wrote [Losing Ground] and [The Bell Curve.] Ramesh Ponnuru wrote [The Party of Death: The Democrats.] http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196448-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196448-3 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT In a clip from his interview with Tim Russert on NBC's [Meet the Press] that was taped the day before, President Bush responded to Terry McAuliffe's characterization of him as having been AWOL from the Alabama National Guard. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180489-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180489-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Angela McGlowan talked about her reasons for being a conservative to a group of college students attending the 57th Biennial Convention. She described some of her experiences as a black conservative and Republican. She discussed Republican Party principles and talked about some of the Republican presidential candidates. After her remarks she responded to audience members' questions. Ms. McGlowan is a leading black conservative who has worked on Capitol Hill and runs a political strategy firm. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199905-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199905-3 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT After a gracious speech by convention host Mayor Street, representatives from several organized religions delivered prayers and words of wisdom. Mr. Cheney and Governor Bush also briefly addressed the breakfast gathering with solemn words of gratitude for the hospitality of the city of Philadelphia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158638-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158638-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT First Lady Laura Bush was interviewed in the White House Diplomatic Reception Room. Topics included the 2004 presidential campaign, reflections on past Bush campaigns, and the first lady's experiences in the White House. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181844-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181844-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT As part of the 57th biennial convention of the College Republican National Committee, Paul Teller talked about conservative action and how to develop an agenda. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199905-10 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199905-10 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT A panel examined the "red state-blue state" phenomenon and the partisan polarization of America after the 2004 election. Among the issues they addressed were campaign strategies, predictions and assumptions made about the election outcome on election night, and media coverage of campaign issues. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. Participants include Carl Cameron of Fox News Channel; Eleanor Clift of [Newsweek]; Chris LaCivita, an advisor to the Swift Boat Veterans for Truth; Mike McCurry, a senior adviser with the Kerry-Edwards Campaign; Jack Oliver, deputy finance chairman for the Bush-Cheney campaign; and Susan Page of [USA Today]. Larry J. Sabato from the University of Virginia's Center for Politics moderated the discussion. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184683-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184683-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT The book covers Senator Kerry's life and experiences during the Vietnam War and his involvement in the anti-war movement. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180859-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180859-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay talked to young Republicans about his early experiences in politics. He criticized Democrats and said the Republican Party has lost its way but will win again. After his remarks, the former congressman responded to audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199905-13 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199905-13 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Lewis talked about political fundraising for the 2004 presidential campaign. He is the author of [The Buying of the President 2004: Who's Really Bankrolling Bush and His Democratic Challengers and What They Expect in Return], published by Perennial. He responded to audience telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180955-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180955-2 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Senator Sam Brownback (R-KS) and Governor Mike Huckabee (R-AR) spoke to supporters at the Polk County (IA) Republican Party "GOP Fest" at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. Senator Brownback discussed reducing the federal deficit, reforming the immigration system, and returning to the basic values that built the country. Governor Huckabee spoke about his life experiences growing up and compared opportunity in America to a movie based in the Iowa cornfields, [Field of Dreams]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188940-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188940-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Former White House Press Secretary Marlin Fitzwater delivered the keynote address on "The Presidency and the Press" at a conference for high school media students. Mr. Fitzwater, who was press secretary for both Presidents Reagan and George H.W. Bush, talked about the relationship between the administration and the media. He also answered questions from the students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193211-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193211-2 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Senator John McCain made remarks at Spartanburg's city Martin Luther King, Jr. Day event. He spoke about patriotism and the contributions to America of the civil rights leader. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190765-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190765-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5108-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5108-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT On April 22, 1971 Senator Kerry testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee about his opposition to continued participation in the Vietnam War. At the time Senator Kerry was a former Navy lieutenant who had served two tours in Vietnam and was decorated for his heroism. Following his service he became active as a veteran opposed to the war. Mr. Kalb was interviewed via telephone about his reactions to the testimony as a reporter for CBS News. The testimony shown includes the entire opening statement and audio and video portions of the question and answer period. Footage was obtained from NBC News and Pacifica Radio. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181060-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181060-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT Presidential campaign events of the week were reviewed. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67511-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67511-1 Wed, 03 Nov 1976 00:00:00 GMT