The most recent programs for the Sudan Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=891 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, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Tue, 21 May 2013 09:05:52 GMT Susan Rice took questions from reporters on a range of issues, including upcoming priorities and Syria. She said that the U.S. is concerned and skeptical of the Syrian government's adherence to the April 10th ceasefire deadline. She added that what signs thus far from Syria since April 1st have not been encouraging. Ambassador Rice also answered questions on Sudan and outlined the priorities of the Security Council's agenda for the month of April. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305300-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305300-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on the independence of and insecurity in Sudan and South Sudan. Committee members discussed U.S. policies toward Sudan and South Sudan, including how the two countries can share oil revenues and Sudan's continued presence on the list of countries that provide support to international terrorism. In the first panel, Princeton Lyman and Nancy Lindborg detailed the continuing humanitarian crisis in South Sudan. Ms. Lindborg warned that if the current restriction on aid is not lifted, the nation could be faced with famine by April. During the second panel, George Clooney testified about his visit to Southern Sudan, describing an atmosphere of fear amongst the residents due to attacks allegedly perpetrated by Sudan President Omar Hassan Ahmad Al-Bashir. These attacks, he said, have driven many people to live in caves. A short video of Clooney's trip to the area was also played for the committee. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304911-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304911-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified at an emergency hearing about a growing humanitarian crisis in Sudan. Bradford Phillips said that between 70,000 to 90,000 people would die in the Sudan region if the U.N. did not take action. Witnesses from humanitarian groups and the Anglican Diocese in Sudan called on the U.S. to do more to curb the rising humanitarian crisis in the region. The Republic of Sudan and its neighbor South Sudan had faced mounting security problems following the south's independence in July. Border conflicts and issues over oil revenue continued to plague a comprehensive peace agreement signed by both sides in 2005 ending a civil war. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300898-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300898-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Princeton N. Lyman, U.S. special envoy for Sudan, gave an overview of U.S. policies toward Sudan and South Sudan following South Sudan's independence from Sudan. Among the topics he addressed were oil revenue sharing between the two countries, tensions along the border, and stabilizing the region. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300509-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300509-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Special Envoy for Sudan Princeton Lyman spoke to reporters about Sudan. In his remarks he was optimistic that Southern Sudan is on track to become an independent state on July 9th, 2011. He noted the numerous challenges the south faces, but said he expects the July 9th event to be "jubilant." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300318-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300318-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Rebecca Tinsley, former BBC reporter and founder of Network for Africa, showed slides as she talked about her novel about 5 children who survived the genocide in Darfur. The novel is based on her experiences in Sudan and interviews she conducted with survivors of the genocide. She also talked about current events in Africa and responded to questions from members of the audience. The May 25, 2011, event was held by the American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative, Africa Division, in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300017-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300017-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan Princeton Lyman spoked to reporters about Sudan. He warned of further fighting in the disputed province of Abyei, which borders North and South Sudan. Troops from the North seized control of the area and have vowed to stay despite opposition from the international community. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299649-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299649-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT The U.S. special envoy to Sudan and the administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development briefed reporters on the recent trip to Sudan as the southern part of the nation was preparing for its separation from the north. They also responded to questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299588-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299588-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Former presidents of African nations talked about the current situation in North and South Sudan and looked at the future challenges for the region. They also responded to questions from the audience. The Republic of South Sudan was scheduled to declare is formal independence on July 9. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299118-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299118-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Egyptian Ambassador to the United States Mohammed Kamil Abdul Rahim appeared on the "Longines Chronoscope" interview program. The ambassador discussed Middle East politics including Egypt's agreement with Great Britain on the Sudan, the British evacuation of the Suez Canal, Egyptian's growing military power, Egypt's relations with Turkey and the Soviet Union, and Egyptian land reform. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298661-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298661-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Panelists analyzed the results Sudan's referendum on soverignty, their implications, and the role of the U.S. in partnering with the world's newest country. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298180-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298180-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about the future of Sudan following a referendum to decide if the south would cede from the north, forming two separate countries. Early results showed overwhelming support for succession. The referendum vote was a compromise ending decades of civil war in the country. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297574-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297574-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Johnnie Carson and Ambassador Princeton Lyman briefed reporters on the Southern Sudan independence referendum. They said the voting in South Sudan was going very well with only a handful of disturbances reported. The vote was part of a 2005 peace agreement that ended two decades of civil war between the north and south. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297436-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297436-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about the future of Sudan and a referendum on the division of the country between North and South. At the time of the event, voters in southern Sudan were casting ballots to decide whether their region would remain united with northern Sudan or become an independent nation. Among the topics they addressed were post-referendum challenges, the regional leadership response, and expectations for the final six months of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297398-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297398-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Representatives from the Northern and Southern Sudanese governments and analysts who work in Sudan talked about Sudan's January 9, 2010, referendum vote on whether Southern Sudan should remain united with Northern Sudan or form an independent country. Among the topics they addressed were the role of the international community in monitoring and peacekeeping during the referendum, possible consequences of division, and potential United Nations roles in the country after the vote. David Smock moderated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297073-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297073-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT P.J. Crowley briefed reporters and answered questions. Topics included Israeli and Palestinian relations, the Iranian nuclear program, Sudan peace talks, and U.S. response to the cholera outbreak in Haiti. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296489-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296489-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Following their return from Sudan, George Clooney and John Prendergast talked about the political and security situation in advance of southern Sudan's independence referendum in January 2011. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295955-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295955-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Denis McDonough spoke to reporters and answered questions about a meeting on the future of Sudan and ending conflict in Darfur. He focused on a communique agreed to by participants at the meeting outlining steps for further peace negotiations in the country. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295646-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295646-2 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Special Envoy Scott Gration briefed reporters on the political situation in Sudan. The country was scheduled to hold a referendum on independence for the South in January. The U.S. had offered to ease sanctions in Sudan if the ruling party in the north worked to implement a peace agreement with the South. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295482-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295482-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT P.J. Crowley briefed reporters and answered questions on a number of issues including the political situation in Sudan, North Korea and the church in Gainesville, Florida which intended to hold a Koran-burning ceremony on September 11th. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295370-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295370-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Jendayi Frazer talked about what's next for Sudan, how they can prevent another civil war between the north and south, and what role the U.S. can play in the country's future. She also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. In April 2010, for the first time in over two decades, Sudan held democratic elections. The country now prepares for a referendum to decide if the south will secede or remain part of a united Sudan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295320-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295320-4 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Participants spoke about the state of the education in Sudan and lessons learned after 21 years of civil war which left Southern Sudan with one of the weakest education systems in the world. Since the Comprehensive Peace Agreement was signed in 2005, considerable effort has focused on constructing a basic education system. They also spoke about the unique problems of building an educational system in Sudan and future challenges to improving education in the war-torn country. They answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294438-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294438-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Scott Gration briefed reporters about his recent trip to Chad, Sudan, Qatar and Rwanda. He talked about the status of the peace process in Darfur and international efforts to broker a settlement involving countries in the region. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292377-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292377-2 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Tim Shortley talked the previous day State Department announcement that the U.S. will shift its policy toward Sudan to one based on working with the country's government instead of isolating it. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. The program began with a clip of Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's news conference to outline details of the new approach. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289558-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289558-4 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, accompanied by U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice and Special Envoy to Sudan Scott Gration, talked about U.S. policy toward Sudan. They said the U.S. would drop sanctions on Sudan if the nation eased the humanitarian crisis in Darfur, implemented the north-south peace accord brokered by the U.S. in 2005, and did not harbor terrorists. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289530-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289530-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT P.J. Crowley delivered the daily State Department briefing. He focused on the sanctions against Sudan and calls for the U.S. to repeal them. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288155-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288155-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Witness testified on how to best promote both peace and justice in Darfur and support implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA). The CPA is a peace treaty between North and South Sudan until 2011, when the people of Southern Sudan are, under the terms of the CPA, to hold a referendum on the question of unity or separation. Topics of the hearing included the state of human rights, the current state of genocide, and the Government of South Sudan (GOSS). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288127-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288127-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Stephan Faris talked about his book [Forecast: The Consequences of Climate Change, from the Amazon to the Arctic, from Darfur to Napa Valley] (Henry Holt and Co.; December 23, 2008). In his book Mr. Faris focuses on the direct effects of climate change on the lives of individuals, including its contribution to a rising cost of living, an increase in immigration, and changing tastes of foods. At this event he talked with Warren Hoge about on how climate change intensifies conflict and how the conflict in Darfur is an early example. He also responded to questions from members of the audience. Warren Hoge moderated the event "Climate Change and Conflict," which was part of "Beyond the Headlines," a series of evening receptions hosted by the International Peace Institute for experts from Permanent Missions to the UN and other members of the UN community. Stephan Faris is a journalist who specializes in the developing world. Since 2000, he has covered Africa, the Middle East, and China for [Time] magazine, [Fortune, The Atlantic Monthly], and [Salon]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283932-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283932-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT The President's Special Envoy to Sudan Scott Gration briefed reporters on the current status of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in Sudan. He talked about non-governmental organizations (NGOs), Janjaweed militias, governmental aid, and refugees in Sudan. He answered questions from the reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287099-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287099-3 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Nick Clooney talked about documentary he produced with his son, actor George Clooney, [A Journey to Darfur]. He talked about the creation and response to the documentary. He also talked about the responses of journalists and politicians towards the genocide in Darfur region of Sudan and Chad. Clips of the documentary were shown. Mr. Clooney answered questions from students participating in the Close Up program. Students introduced themselves throughout the program. Students from around the nation participating in the Close Up Foundation's week-long government studies program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286509-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286509-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mahmood Mamdani talked about his book [Saviors and Survivors: Darfur, Politics, and the War on Terror] (Pantheon; March 17, 2009). Professor Mamdani talked about the complex roots of the conflict in Darfur and argued that while atrocities have been committed, what is happening there has been mischaracterized as genocide by the Save Darfur movement. He responded to questions from members of the audience. The program "Darfur, Politics, and the War on Terror" was held at Howard University's Ralph J. Bunche Center for International Affairs by Africa Action and Howard University's African Studies Department. Mahmood Mamdani is Herbert Lehman Professor of Government and a professor of anthropology at Columbia University. He is the author of [Good Muslim, Bad Muslim] and [When Victims Become Killers]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285331-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285331-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Christopher Else talked about one of the high school section third prize-winning videos, Crisis in Darfur, that he produced with E'mani Daughtery at Angelo Rodriguez High School in Fairfield, California. He was interviewed via Skype video from the C-SPAN newsroom. C-SPAN Classroom's StudentCam video documentary contest was a national competition in which middle and high school students produced a documentary exploring an issue of national significance that they believe is in need of urgent attention from the new president of the United States using some C-SPAN footage and covering multiple viewpoints. The local cable company was Charter Communications. A video clip was shown. To view students' complete videos, go to www.studentcam.org/Winners09.htm. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284319-42 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284319-42 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Following a meeting with an envoy to Sudan, President Obama answered questions about the humanitarian situation in Darfur. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284971-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284971-5 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Duguid briefed reporters and answered questions about a number of issues including an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court for Sudanese President Bashir. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284416-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284416-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT The panel talked about the degeneration of Zimbabwean social and political institutions, specifically the weak currency and failing medical and economic infrastructure. Other topics included the expansion of the African Union and the effect of the economic downturn on Africa, specifically the effect of donor aid. They then answered questions from the audience. The panel comprised of former Secretary General of the UN Kofi Annan, Rwandan President Paul Kagame, President of Tanzania Jakaya M. Kikwete, President of South Africa Kgalema Motlanthe, Prime Minister of Kenya Raila Amolo Odinga, and President of Senegal Abdoulaye Wade. The panel was moderated by Niall Fitzgerald. "The Future of Africa" was a plenary session at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2009, which had the theme "Shaping the Post-Crisis World." Sections of the viewing are not in English and are not translated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283754-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283754-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Wood briefed reporters and answered questions on a number of issues including the International War Crimes Tribunal's investigations into incidents in the Darfur region of Sudan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284012-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284012-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Bush spoke to the press after a meeting with Salva Kiir, first vice president of the Government of National Unity of Sudan and president of the Government of Southern Sudan, to discuss the status of implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA), which marks its fourth anniversary next week. President Bush and First Vice President Kiir also discussed the situation in Darfur and the joint efforts to advance the cause of peace there. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283106-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283106-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Freelance journalist David Axe traveled to Chad this summer where he visited a refugee camp. He also toured a school set up to help former child soldiers. Strife in the Sudanese Darfur region has forced some 250,000 refugees across the border into Chad where they're housed in 12 refugee camps. Rebel groups from Darfur and Chad often use the camps to help fill their ranks, including the recruitment of children. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281188-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281188-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Freelance journalist David Axe traveled to eastern Chad in late June and early July 2008, where he visited one of the 12 refugee camps there. The conflict in Sudan's Darfur region began in 2003 and has left 300,000 people dead, according to United Nations estimates. Some 250,000 refugees from the fighting have made their way across Sudan's western border into the neighboring country of Chad. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280626-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280626-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Freelance journalist David Axe traveled to eastern Chad in late June and early July 2008, where he visited one of the 12 refugee camps there. The conflict in Sudan's Darfur region began in 2003 and has left 300,000 people dead, according to United Nations estimates. Some 250,000 refugees from the fighting have made their way across Sudan's western border into the neighboring country of Chad. He spoke to aid workers and refugees at Iridimi Refugee Camp about the day-to-day operations and long-term sustainability of the facility. Mr. Axe talked about the political situation in Darfur and conditions at the camps. Topics included projects such as digging wells, introducing solar cookers, and reforestation. Some French with English translation. The date of this interview is unknown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280495-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280495-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Freelance journalist David Axe traveled to eastern Chad in late June and early July 2008, where he visited one of the 12 refugee camps there. The conflict in Sudan's Darfur region began in 2003 and has left 300,000 people dead, according to United Nations estimates. Some 250,000 refugees from the fighting have made their way across Sudan's western border into the neighboring country of Chad. He spoke to aid workers and refugees at Iridimi Refugee Camp about the day-to-day operations and the long-term sustainability of the facility. Topics included the conflicts between the refugees and the local residents such as disputes over natural resources, especially water. Mr. Axe talked about how the refugee camps are managed. Some French with English translation. The date of this interview is unknown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280376-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280376-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant for Sudanese President Omar Hassan al-Bashir, who refuses to submit to arrest. The ICC has also indicted a Rwanda general currently commanding a peacekeeping mission in Darfur. Diane Orentlicher talked about the conflicts between international courts and political leaders in their countries who believe sovereignty should exempt them from ICC actions. She also responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280091-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280091-7 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sean McCormack responded to reporters' questions. Topics included the International Criminal Courts prosecution of Sudanese government officials for crimes committed in the nation's Darfur region. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/206367-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/206367-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Natsios, the former U.S. special envoy to Sudan, administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development, and the special humanitarian coordinator for Sudan, talked about the situation in Sudan. He talked about the political turmoil there and the tension between Sudan's Arabs in the north and its Christians and animists in the south that may lead to civil war. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205830-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205830-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Daoud Hari talked about his book, who survived a goverment-backed military attack on his village in Darfur and eventually became a translator for aid agencies, talked about his book [The Translator: A Tribesman's Memoir of Darfur], published by Random House. After his talk he responded to audience members' questions. Megan McKenna, who co-authored the book, introduced Mr. Hari. Daoud Hari has worked as a translator for The New York Times, NBC, the BBC, and the United Nations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199244-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199244-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified about the ongoing situation in Darfur, the status of a U.N. peacekeeping mission in the region, lack of progress on political and humanitarian issues, deteriorating security and attacks on civilians in the Darfur region of Sudan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205016-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205016-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT A panel of ambassadors, politicians and human rights activists discussed what students, the community and the government can do to stop the atrocities in the Darfur region of Sudan. Carl LeVan moderated. Topics included the role of the African nations in the region, the limits of state sovereignty, and strategies for stopping the genocide. Following their prepared remarks panelists answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203361-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203361-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice talked about the concept of "transformational diplomacy", a term that incorporates sovereign self determination in the creation of democratic institutions. She also answered questions from the students, included in these were questions concerning the effects of U.S. hegemony in global stability and diplomacy's role in it, methodology for accessing foreign markets, and the U.S. position on Sudanese violence. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204028-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204028-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT A panel discussion focused on the future direction of U.S. and international policy toward the ongoing crisis in the Darfur region of Sudan. It was noted that the Darfur crisis has caused as many as 400,000 deaths due to violence or disease. Topics included diplomatic advocacy, available policy options, mitigation of the vast violence, and humanitarian issues. Senator Frist was Senate majority leader from 2003 to 2007. He now is a visiting professor at the Princeton University Wilson School of Public and International Affairs. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203957-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203957-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Bush met with the special envoy for Sudan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203629-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203629-1 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT