The most popular programs for the Bush, George W. Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=105 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, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Sat, 18 May 2013 23:27:47 GMT Former President George W. Bush talked about his memoir [Decision Points]. The program took place on the campus of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, where his presidential library was being built. Nineteen students from the university asked Mr. Bush questions about his administration, his programs, and his future plans. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297693-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297693-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Dana Perino talked about her experiences in the White house and the transition from public service to private life. During her appearance she spoke about the state of the economy, saying that while the recession started during the Bush administration it deserved some credit for recent stock market gains. She also addressed several other topics including President Barack Obama's administration, President Bush's post-presidency, Vice President Cheney's relationship with President Bush, as well as her recent trip and work at an AIDS clinic in Africa. She also responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284641-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284641-4 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former Vice President Dick Cheney was interviewed by Stephen Hayes about the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Mr. Cheney provided a detailed description of events on the day of the attack, saying he was able to keep his emotions in check during the days that followed. Other topics included George W. Bush administration surveillance and interrogation programs, and the Iraq War. Mr. Cheney also responded to questions from members of the audience. "A 9/11 Anniversary Conversation with Former Vice President Richard Cheney: Ten Years After: Lessons Learned, Lessons Unlearned" was a program of the American Enterprise Institute that celebrated the launch of the book former Vice President Cheney wrote with his daughter Liz, [In My Time: A Personal and Political Memoir]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301456-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301456-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Four former presidents and President Obama participated in the dedication of the George W. Bush Library and Museum on the campus of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. Former first lady Laura Bush spoke about the center's mission, goals, and exhibits. The five presidents spoke about the roles of former presidents, often injecting humorous anecdotes in their remarks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311998-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311998-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former President George W. Bush discussed his memoir about the defining moments of his life. He was interviewed by Michael Barone at Miami-Dade College. This was the inaugural event of the 27th annual Miami Book Fair International. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296496-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296496-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former Vice President Dick Cheney gave his first interview since undergoing heart transplant surgery. He also took questions from student interns at the Washington Center. In his comments he said he feels very fortunate and is doing well. Other topics included his political legacy, his experiences in the White House, and life after a heart transplant. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305595-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305595-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Russ Baker talked about his book [Family of Secrets: The Bush Dynasty, the Powerful Forces that Put It in the White House, and What Their Influence Means for America] (Bloomsbury Press; December 18, 2008). In his book about the Bush family, he alleges connections to John F. Kennedy's assassination, Watergate, and many other pivotal events. He responded to questions from members of the audience. Russ Baker is a freelance investigative journalist and founder of WhoWhatWhy/the Real News Project, a non-profit investigative news organization. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285736-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285736-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT A groundbreaking ceremony for the new George W. Bush Presidential Center was held on the Southern Methodist University campus. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296596-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296596-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former President Bush spoke at a welcome-home event in the Centennial Plaza of Midland, Texas, his boyhood home town. He attended this event in the town square before going to his ranch in Crawford for his first night as a private citizen. Eight years previously Midland also held a send-off event as he left for the White House. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283465-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283465-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Days prior to leaving office, President George W. Bush addressed the nation from the East Room of the White House, reviewing the accomplishments of his presidency. He reflected upon the tough decisions and accomplishments of the past eight years, as well as the challenges ahead. He expressed his gratitude to the American people, including the men and women of the Armed Forces. He also acknowledged the service and contributions of several persons in attendance in the East Room. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283374-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283374-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former first lady Laura Bush discussed her memoir, [Spoken from the Heart] (Scribner; May 4, 2010), in conversation with journalist Cokie Roberts. Mrs. Bush began and ended by reading an except from her book which traces her life from being a teacher and librarian in Midlands, Texas, to becoming the first lady of a White House in war time and an ambassador for the U.S. The interview touched on highlights of her life and her years in the White House and beyond. She also responded to questions submitted by members of the audience. "Laura Bush: Speaking from Her Heart" was a Smithsonian Resident Associate Program held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 6, 2010, in George Washington University's Lisner Auditorium. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293399-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293399-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT President George W. Bush held a farewell news conference in which he spoke to the press and answered questions about his presidency and his legacy. Among the topics he addressed were the conduct of the war in Iraq, his record in counter-terrorism, and economic issues. He also reflected on several mistakes or missteps as well as accomplishments of his administration. It was his 47th news conference. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283282-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283282-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Academics discussed their findings on all aspects of the George W. Bush presidency, and compared it to the Clinton and Obama administrations. Among the topics they talked about were the war in Iraq, Hurricane Katrina, the 2008 financial crisis, tax cuts, and the economy. They also offered their predictions for the 2012 elections. The program included audience member questions and answers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299175-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299175-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Vincent Bugliosi talked about his book [The Prosecution of George W. Bush for Murder] (Vanguard Press, May 26, 2008). In the book Mr. Bugliosi argues that President Bush and members of his administration are responsible for murdering thousands of U.S. soldiers and over 100,000 Iraqi civilians in Iraq. Mr. Bugliosi says that by taking the country to war under knowingly false pretenses, President Bush has committed the most serious crime in U.S. history. He argues that a criminal court is the only venue where he could be prosecuted and urges that it be done. Mr. Bugliosi, a former prosecutor for the Los Angeles District Attorney's office, talked about his legal theory of the case. After his presentation he responded to questions from audience members. This program was Great Mind Series #21 of the Progressive Democrats of Los Angeles. It was held at the Venice Center for Peace and Justice in the Arts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202621-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202621-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT First Lady Laura Bush spoke about living in the White House, the use of the building by the family of presidents, and the role of the first family as conservators of the historic building. She also provided a tour of the private residences, which are closed to public viewing. This tour was conducted in the spring of 2008 and included as part of "White House Week" programming, and is available on a White House Video Collection DVD set at c-span.org/products http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282816-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282816-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice talked about her life and career, including her tenure in the Bush administration, where she served as national security adviser from 2001 to 2005 and as the 66th secretary of state of the United States from 2005 to 2009. She was interviewed on stage by former U.S.Secretary of Health and Human Services Donna Shalala and also responded to questions submitted by students in the audience at the BankUnited Center Fieldhouse. This book tour event was part of the Charles E. Cobb Leadership Lecture series, in collaboration with Books & Books in Coral Gables, Florida. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302536-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302536-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former President George W. Bush and former First Lady Laura Bush were interviewed by C-SPAN. They discussed the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, the Bush Institute, and their post White House years. Among other topics the former president also talked about why he chose Southern Methodist University as the site for his library, academic access to the library, why he never used email during his presidency, and former Vice President Dick Cheney. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311974-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311974-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former Congresswoman Elizabeth Holtzman argues that former President George W. Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney broke several laws and international treaties during their tenure in office and should be held accountable. The author contends that the Bush administration lied to the American public in the lead-up to the war in Iraq and permitted torturous practices in opposition to international agreements. Ms. Holtzman responded to questions from members of the audience at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305357-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305357-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT President George W. Bush gave C-SPAN an exclusive interview in the Map Room of the White House. In his remarks he offered some thoughts on his presidency, his second inaugural address, the Reagan presidency, and his reading choices. On the day following the interview, two historians joined in a roundtable discussion about the president's remarks and his place in history. The discussion was conducted from the Q and A Studio in Washington, D.C. Richard Norton Smith spoke from Springfield, Ill. Douglas Brinkley spoke from New Orleans, Louisiana. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/185341-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/185341-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT R. Gerald Turner spoke about university operations and his experiences with higher education. He has been president of Southern Methodist University (SMU) since 1995. Southern Methodist University is a private university with about 11,000 students and an endowment of approximately $1.1 billion. It is located in Dallas and the George W. Bush Presidential Library, expected to open in 2013, is being built there. From 1984 to 1995, R. Gerald Turner was chancellor of the University of Mississippi. He was vice president at the University of Oklahoma from 1979 to 1984 and taught at Pepperdine University from 1975 to 1979. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297914-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297914-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Dowd talks about her book, [Bushworld: Enter At Your Own Risk], published by Putnam Publishing Group. The book is a collection of her newspaper columns on various aspects of President George W. Bush's administration. Ms. Dowd described the Bush Administration as a "bizarre world, where no apologies are made, no twinge of shame is ever expressed." She discussed her experience as a reporter and columnist for the [New York Times], and talked about her coverage of previous presidential administrations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182785-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182785-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former first lady Laura Bush talked about her memoir, [Spoken from the Heart] (Scribner, 2010). She responded to questions from members of the audience. This was a program in the History and Biography Pavilion of the 10th annual National Book Festival, held on the National Mall. Included in program ID 295631-1 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295631-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295631-7 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former Defense Department Undersecretary Douglas Feith and former Bush administration officials Andrew Card, Michael Chertoff, and Ari Fleischer recounted their experiences in the events surrounding September 11, 2001. Ann Compton, who moderated, was the only broadcast reporter allowed to remain on Air Force One during the September 11 attacks. The panelists also discussed the administration's use of constitutional powers, and they responded to audience members' questions. "Behind the Scenes: The Executive Response to 9/11" was presented by the National Constitution Center's Peter Jennings Project for Journalists and the Annenberg Foundation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284463-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284463-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Karl Rove, senior adviser to President Bush and current Fox News contributor, talked about his memoir, [Courage and Consequences: My Life as a Conservative in the Fight], and took questions from Book TV viewers. Viewers could participate in the discussion by calling in during the LIVE program or by sending in questions via e-mail (booktv@c-span.org) or twitter (@BookTV). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292499-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292499-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Following President Obama's inaugural ceremony, Former President George W. Bush departed the U.S. Capitol on his way home to Texas. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283500-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283500-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT First ladies Barbara and Laura Bush talked about their unique family and historical relationships, the stereotypes perpetuated about the president's spouse, how they handled political criticism, their experiences as wartime first ladies, and their advice to their successors. They were interviewed by Richard Norton Smith and also responded to questions from members of the audience. Former President George H.W. Bush attended. "Reflections of First Ladies Mrs. Barbara Bush and Mrs. Laura Bush" was a panel at the conference "America's First Ladies: An Enduring Legacy." Held at the George Bush Presidential Library Center in College Station, it was the first of three conferences focusing on first ladies organized by Anita McBride to be held at the Texas presidential libraries. It was presented in partnership with American University, Texas A&M University, the White House Historical Association, George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, and the George Bush Presidential Library Foundation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302791-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302791-3 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT David Ray Griffin and Peter Dale Scott talked about the book they edited, [9/11 and American Empire: Intellectuals Speak Out], published by Olive Branch Press. They were joined by some of the contributors to the book to assess the Bush administration's responsibility for the attacks on September 11, 2001, arguing that key administration officials either purposefully ignored the threats leading up to the attacks or were complicit in the planning them. The panelists said that the administration has used the attacks to enact long established plans to expand American empire. The event was moderated by Ray McGovern. After their discussion the participants responded to audience members' questions. Griffin also wrote [The 9/11 Commission Report: Omissions and Distortions.] This lecture was a KPFA event that was taped and broadcast on radio. The event was sponsored by: KPFA 94.1FM/Pacifica Radio, Northern California 9-11 Truth Alliance, and Interlink Publishing and Bay Area independent bookstores. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/194754-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/194754-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Participants talked about allegations of political misconduct at the Justice Department during the Bush administration. Many speakers related personal experiences with Justice Department policies and investigations and the potential impact of policies used during the Bush presidency. Mr. John Hurley, Sarah McClendon Group president, introduced the panel discussion. His introductory remarks are available to view on program id# 287304-101 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287304-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287304-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT James Bovard talked about his book [Terrorism and Tyranny: Trampling Freedom, Justice and Peace to Rid the World of Evil], published by Palgrave Macmillan. He criticized President Bush for a lack of humility after the September 11 attacks. He disagreed with the decision to begin a war with Iraq, saying that the administration and Congress were too impulsive. He was most concerned with loss of personal liberty and privacy through the U.S. Patriot Act. He also talked about the Israeli-Palestinian crisis. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/178917-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/178917-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT For the second time in recent months, former first ladies Barbara Bush and Laura Bush sat down for a conversation about their time in the White House as part of a series of conferences on America's first ladies. In this discussion - moderated by historian and biographer Doris Kearns Goodwin - we hear Barbara Bush on her husband's 1992 loss to Bill Clinton, and her thoughts on the 2012 presidential campaign. Laura Bush speaks about her work on behalf of women in Afghanistan and about the moment she realized that average Americans really do listen to what the first lady has to say. This hour-long conversation took place at the George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas, Texas as part of the conference, "America's First Ladies: An Enduring Vision." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305513-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305513-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former first lady Laura Bush talked about her memoir, [Spoken from the Heart] (Scribner, 2010). She was interviewed while at the 10th annual National Book Festival, held on the National Mall. Mrs. Bush was a co-founder of the festival. Included in program ID 295631-1 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295631-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295631-5 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Julian Zelizer, history and public affairs professor at Princeton University, presents a historical assessment of the two-term presidency of George W. Bush. Mr. Zelizer, the editor of [The Presidency of George W. Bush], asked historians to examine the Bush administration's decisions on public and foreign policy matters that ranged from the economy to the war on terrorism and the war in Iraq. Julian Zelizer presented his thoughts on the presidency of George W. Bush at Labyrinth Books in Princeton, New Jersey. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297132-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297132-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Authors talked about the Bush administration's foreign and domestic policies and the upcoming presidential election. Amy Goodman, host of [Democracy Now!], acted as moderator. The panelists responded to questions from members of the audience. Professor Chomsky spoke about the damage done to the U.S. reputation abroad, noting that in the Muslim world, "substantial majorities view the U.S. military as a threat," and that the number of people abroad who "dislike or distrust the U.S. has doubled or tripled." He discussed the proliferation of offensive military capacity, and connected this expansion of war-making capabilities to the growing international distrust of the U.S. He argued that increasing American offensive capability actually decreases security: "People who feel threatened tend to react. They react violently sometimes." Professor Chomsky is the author of [Hegemony or Survival: America's Quest for Global Dominance]. Mr. Carroll spoke about the importance of "ending this abominable war in Iraq," and drew parallels between his experiences opposing the Vietnam War and opposing the war in Iraq. He described the war in Iraq as "a pack of lies" that "darkens the national mood." "America was not meant to be like this," he said. Mr. Carroll is author of [Crusade: Chronicles of an Unjust War]. Professor Klare spoke about different conceptions of "empire." He argued that U.S. foreign policy is consistent with an imperial policy, and noted that the U.S. is forging an "empire of petroleum, for petroleum, and by petroleum." Mr. Klare is the author of [Blood and Oil: The Dangers and Consequences of America's Growing Petroleum Dependency]. All books published by Metropolitan Books. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183947-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183947-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former President George W. Bush delivered remarks on his vision for public policy institute. He said the institute would focus on improving public education, promoting free trade, encouraging democracy abroad, and spreading global and women's health initiatives. Former First Lady Laura Bush also spoke. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289981-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289981-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT This week, former Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld discusses "The Bush Doctrine, Compassionate Conservatism, and the War on Terror." Mr. Rumsfeld is a guest lecturer at The Citadel Military College in Charleston, South Carolina, in a course called "The Conservative Intellectual Tradition in America," taught by Citadel International Politics and American Government professor Mallory Factor. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304910-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304910-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT David Swanson talked about his book [Daybreak: Undoing the Imperial Presidency and Forming a More Perfect Union] (Seven Stories Press; September 1, 2009). Mr. Swanson discussed how he believes the nation was "hijacked by the Bush administration" and the work he says the public must now do to repair the damage. He responded to questions from members of the audience. David Swanson is the creator of ProsecuteBushCheney.org, and AfterDowningStreet.org. He is also former press secretary for Representative Dennis Kucinich's 2004 presidential campaign. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289915-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289915-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former first lady Laura Bush joined Archivist of the United States David Ferriero for an evening of conversation at the National Archives. Mrs. Bush spoke about her time in the White House, the planning of the George W. Bush Presidential Library, her role with the George W. Bush Institute, and her recently published memoir [Spoken from the Heart]. She showed slides of the planned library and also responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300201-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300201-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT A roundtable discussion was held on the recently published memoir by former President George W. Bush, [Decision Points]. Professor Zelizer participated by video from Princeton, New Jersey. The panelists responded to telephone calls and electronic communications from viewers who had also just seen a retransmission of former President Bush discussing his memoir at the Miami Book Fair International. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296850-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296850-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about at the historical roles and responsibilities of the first lady as well as how those roles had evolved. They talked specifically about Eleanor Roosevelt, Jackie Kennedy and Betty Ford as well as Hillary Clinton and Laura Bush. This event was part of a conference which examined the legacies of America's First Ladies and took place at the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library. This conference was the last of three in Texas focusing on First Ladies - the previous gatherings were at the George Bush Presidential Library and the George W. Bush Presidential Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309081-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309081-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Michael Gerson discussed his job as speechwriter for President George W. Bush and the role his religion played in the speeches he wrote. He then worked as a policy adviser for President Bush. His special interest is faith-based initiatives. He also talked about a book he is writing on the future of conservatism. He now is a columnist for the Washington Post Writers Group. He was a journalist for [U.S. News & World Report] before joining President Bush's first presidential campaign. Prior to that he had been a speechwriter for Senator Dan Coats and also for Senator Robert Dole during his presidential campaign. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196000-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196000-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Eric Draper talked about his book, [Front Row Seat: A Photographic Portrait of the Presidency of George W. Bush], in which he presents his photographs of President George W. Bush's two terms in office. Mr. Draper was the longest-serving White House photographer and was also named Special Assistant to the President. He was the first White House photographer to hold the post through two terms. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312120-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312120-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Gerald Prante talked about tax cuts made during the George W. Bush administration that are set to expire at the end of 2010. Among the topics Mr. Prante addressed were the amount of revenue saved or lost if the taxes expire or are extended, income levels that would be affected, and congressional debate on the issue. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294745-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294745-3 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT President and Mrs. Bush remarked on the unveiling of their portraits in the National Portrait Gallery. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282981-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282981-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former first ladies Barbara Bush and Laura Bush recalled their time and experiences in the White House. Among the topics they addressed were Christmas time at Camp David and the difficult days and months after the September 11th terrorist attacks. This event was part of a conference which examined the legacies of America's first ladies and took place at the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309081-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309081-4 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Bacevich talked the post September 11, 2001, doctrine of preventive war - also sometimes called "The Bush Doctrine." Professor Bacevich addressed the origins of the Bush Doctrine and how a policy of preventive war became the centerpiece of U.S. national security strategy. He argued that the Bush Doctrine poses a greater danger, both morally and in terms of security, to the United States than the threats it is designed to protect it from and that it should be abrogated. He also responded to questions from members of the audience. "The Origins of the Bush Doctrine" was a luncheon address of the 2011 conference of the Society for Historians of American Foreign Relations, "Waging War, Making Peace, Crossing Borders," held at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300223-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300223-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Jenna and Barbara Bush, Steve Ford and Lynda Johnson Robb shared personal family memories of their time in the White House. They also talked about what it is like to grow up as a child of a President. This event was part of a conference which examined the legacies of America's First Ladies and took place at the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library. This conference was the last of three in Texas, focusing on First Ladies - the previous gatherings were at the George Bush Presidential Library and the George W. Bush Presidential Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309081-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309081-2 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Jane Mayer talked about her book [The Dark Side: The Inside Story of How the War on Terror Turned into a War on American Ideals], published by Doubleday. In her book she uses historic American ideals of justice as a point of departure for examining the Bush administration's tolerance of torturing detainees in the war on terrorism. She recounts her investigation into the campaign from the Office of the Vice President to legalize torture and expand the president's powers as commander-in-chief. Dana Priest was the guest interviewer. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280288-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280288-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Author and investigative reporter Bob Woodward talked about his journalism career and his writings and responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail. He is the author of 12 nonfiction books, including two, [All the President's Men] and [The Final Days], that grew out of his and Carl Bernstein's Pulitzer Prize-winning reporting on the scandals surrounding the Nixon administration in the early 1970s. His latest book, [Bush at War] is a behind-the-scenes look at President George W. Bush's administration and its war on terrorism. Mr. Woodward has written books about five presidential administrations, former Senator Bob Dole, former Vice President Dan Quayle, the Federal Reserve, the U.S. Supreme Court, the CIA, and the late comedian John Belushi. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171879-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171879-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT A panel discussion was held on law and justice policies in the next Administration. Panel members focused on how an Obama or McCain Administration should differ from the Bush Administration. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205967-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205967-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Before the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum officially opened to the public, former first lady Laura Bush led a tour of the presidential museum in the George W. Bush Presidential Center. She described the design and construction of the center and the museum exhibits. Video clips were shown from an April 2, 2013, interview with President and Mrs. Bush. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312390-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312390-1 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT