The most recent programs for the Liberia Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=884 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, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mon, 20 May 2013 20:50:07 GMT Leymah Roberta Gbowee discussed her memoir at about co-founding the Women of Liberia Mass Action for Peace. The women's protest movement is credited with being instrumental in ending the Second Liberian Civil War in 2003 and removing Charles Taylor from power. A video clip was shown of a documentary film in which she is featured, [Pray the Devil Back to Hell]. She discussed her book with the Reverend Gwynne Guibord and responded to questions from members of the audience in the Los Angeles Central Library Mark Taper Auditorium. This program was a presentation of "ALOUD at Central Library" by the Los Angeles Library Foundation in association with the Los Angeles Public Library. On October 7, 2011, a few days after this event, it was announced that Ms. Gbowee would be one of three women awarded the Nobel Peace Prize on December 10, 2011. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301997-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301997-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Liberian President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf talked about her memoir [This Child Will Be Great: Memoir of a Remarkable Life by Africa's First Woman President] (Harper; April 7, 2009). She talked about her personal and political history and her hopes for her nation. She was interviewed by Mocha Ochoa before an audience. This event by The Oracle Group at 7:30 p.m. in the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, D.C., was taped for the "In the Cafe with Mocha" television show. The host and co-producer of the show is Mocha Ochoa. Ellen Sirleaf Johnson, who became president of Liberia in 2006, previously served as that country's minister of finance and as an executive for Citibank. She was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by George W. Bush. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285393-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285393-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Bush talked about aid to Liberia in debt relief, assisting in their education efforts, malaria eradication, and the return of the Peace Corps to Liberia. Liberian President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf thanked him for those efforts and for granting a delay in the forced return of Liberians until the country was ready to receive them. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201603-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201603-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Liberian President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, Liberia's first woman president and Africa's first elected female head of state, spoke about the accomplishments of her first year in office, the challenges ahead, and fulfilling her promises to the Liberian people. She responded to questions submitted by members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196684-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196684-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT At a photo opportunity in the Oval Office President Bush and President Johnson-Sirleaf spoke to reporters about U.S.-Liberia relations and the future of democracy in Liberia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191725-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191725-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Africa's first democratically elected female head of state, talked about her plans for helping post-conflict Liberia move forward, including her views on the role of the international community. Among the issues raised were improving education, peace-keeping and security challenges, rebuilding civil institutions, and economic development. She and others responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191716-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191716-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Following her meeting with President Bush, President Johnson-Sirleaf spoke to reporters outside the White House about the future of Liberia. She also answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191725-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191725-2 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Liberian President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf addressed a Joint Meeting of Congress. In her remarks she talked about the special relationship between the U.S. and Liberia, development and security issues in Africa, the development of democratic organizations and human rights issues, as well as her agenda for the future of Liberia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191599-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191599-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Assistant Secretary Frazer spoke to reporters on Mrs. Bush and Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice's trip to Africa. She also spoke about other African developments including the election of Africa's first female president in Liberia, as well as HIV treatment in Nigeria. Following her remarks, Assistant Secretary Frazer responded to questions and comments from the reporters. Among the topics she addressed were Chinese oil investment in Africa and the transition in Liberia from war to peace. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190705-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190705-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Johnson-Sirleaf talked about her candidacy, through the Unity Party, to become the next president of Liberia and U.S. policy toward Africa. She discussed how the country will be able to rebuild itself after the rule of President Charles Taylor and the recent end to the 14-year civil war in Liberia. She talked about debt relief and other foreign aid from G-8 nations and her plans to stop corruption within her country's government if elected president. She responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188148-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188148-4 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Powers talked about his book [Blue Clay People: Seasons on Africa's Fragile Edge], published by Bloomsbury USA. He recounted how in 1999, after he finished his Ph.D studies in international relations, he was sent to fight poverty and save the rainforest in Liberia. He explained how the two-year trip changed his life and how his experiences there made it difficult for him to leave. Following his discussion, Mr. Powers answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182202-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182202-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Chairman Bryant talked about efforts to rebuild Liberia following the resignation of President Taylor and about relations with the U.S. Among the issues he addressed were the state of the nation's infrastructure, the history of the relationship between Liberia and the U.S., and future efforts to sustain peace. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180475-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180475-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. DiRita and General Schwartz briefed reporters on military operations in Iraq and the decision to send 200 marine peacekeeping forces into Liberia. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177791-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177791-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Following appearances on NBC television, Senator Lugar and former Senator Nunn responded to questions from reporters. Among the topics addressed were U.S. involvement in Iraq and Liberia, including the financial and human costs and whether or not U.S. forces were spread too thinly around the world. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177768-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177768-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT The officials talked about recent military operations in Iraq, and expressed condolences to the families of Americans, Iraqis, and Jordanians killed in attacks. They talked about continued efforts to capture or kill regime loyalists and other insurgents, and the rebuilding of infrastructure and government. They also discussed U.S. actions in Afghanistan and Liberia. Following prepared remarks, the officials responded to questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177737-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177737-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Frushone talked about the condition of Liberian refugees in West Africa. Among the topics he addressed were the character of the conflict in Liberia, conditions at refugee camps, and international aid efforts in the region. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177730-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177730-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT President Bush and Secretary Powell spoke to reporters outside a coffee shop in Crawford, Texas. They also answered questions about rumors that Secretary Powell would retire after the next election and military aid in Liberia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177724-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177724-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Secretary Rumsfeld and General Myers spoke to reporters about military operations in Iraq and a recent trip by General Myers to Southern Asia. They also talked about military assistance to Liberia. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177712-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177712-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT United Nations officials spoke to reporters about peacekeeping efforts in Africa and the arrival of Nigerian forces as part of a larger multi national force to be deployed in Liberia. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177699-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177699-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Reeker briefed reporters on a number of issues including a news story about Secretary Powell leaving office at the end of the president's term, future talks with North Korea about nuclear weapons programs, and peacekeeping forces in Liberia. Following brief remarks he answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177697-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177697-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Boucher answered questions from reporters about a number of issues including a potential peacekeeping force deployment in Liberia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177655-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177655-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Congressional Black Caucus members talked about President Bush's decision to place U.S. forces off the coast of Liberia. They urged the president to articulate a definitive policy on the role of the United States in Liberia, and to order action to end the humanitarian crisis. Following prepared remarks, representatives responded to questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177589-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177589-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. McClellan briefed reporters on the president's schedule and answered questions about reports that Saddam Hussein's sons had been killed in a firefight in Iraq, violence in Liberia, and intelligence reports prior to war in Iraq. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177516-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177516-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Rep. Payne, ranking member of the House International Relations Subcommittee on Africa, talked about U.S. policy towards Liberia and the Bush administration's plans to send military troops to that country. Rep. Payne introduced a resolution last week for the U.S., the United Nations, and other countries to deploy an international stabilization force to Liberia and provide emergency humanitarian relief. He also responded to viewer comments and questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177381-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177381-2 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses talked about human rights and humanitarian concerns in Liberia resulting from a violent civil war. They also talked about possible U.S. intervention with peace keeping forces and levels of aid needed in the country. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177343-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177343-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Morrison talked about the history of Liberia and the past and current U.S. policy toward Liberia. He also responded to viewer comments and questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177282-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177282-2 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT After an appearance on NBC's [Meet the Press], Senator Warner responded to questions from reporters. Senator Warner, who recently returned from a trip to Iraq, spoke to reporters about the situation there. He emphasized the importance of neutralizing Saddam Hussein and establishing an Iraqi government in order to stabilize the situation. Senator Warner spoke for the first time about the situation in Liberia and the possibility of sending troops there. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177315-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177315-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT The guests discussed the civil wars in Liberia and Angola and the black factional fighting in South Africa. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14008-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14008-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Boucher announced that male U.S. citizens born in Arab countries were being allowed to leave Iraq and Kuwait. He then took questions on the current situation in the Persian Gulf, including a report that Iraq may give oil to Third World countries. Reporters also asked questions on the situation in Liberia and Cambodia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13959-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13959-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Mayor of Monrovia, Liberia discussed the crisis in his country. Mayor Johnson reported civilian deaths and homelessness resulting from the conflict taking place in Liberia. Mayor Johnson made an appeal for U.S. intervention in the conflict and a request for an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council in order to end the Liberian crisis. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13722-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13722-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Tutwiler discussed Iraq's invasion of Kuwait and the United States's response. She also discussed the political situation in Liberia. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13438-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13438-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Boucher updated reporters on the situation in Liberia and the fate of Americans there and on events in the Philippines. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13046-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13046-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT The committtee met to discuss the current political unrest and to consider U.S. policy towards Liberia. Members focused on the goal of creating a new policy that seeks to support the restoration of a civilian democratic government. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12774-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/12774-1 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT