The most popular programs for the Ethics Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=1281 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Wed, 19 Jun 2013 05:50:15 GMT Current news events and political issues were examined through reviews of the morning newspapers; interviews with journalists, newsmakers and legislators; and viewer telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/77480-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/77480-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford spoke to reporters about his recent absence from the state at a news conference from his office at the South Carolina State House. In his remarks he admitted to having an extramarital affair with an Argentine woman and said he was resigning his post as chairman of the Republican Governor's Association. He also requested a "zone of privacy" for his family, spoke about the nature of sin, and explained his affinity for "adventure trips." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287273-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287273-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Melanie Sloan spoke about her work as Executive Director of Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, also known as CREW. CREW began in 2003 and is a 501 (c)(3) organization. It monitors government officials and groups to bring to light ethics violations. It also files lawsuits and pressures Congress to take action in certain cases. CREW has been involved in Federal Election Commission complaints as well as filing lawsuits over Freedom of Information Act violations. The organization was involved in the Jack Abramoff case, the fine against former Majority Leader Tom Delay's political action committee, ARMPAC, and the debate over release of White House emails. Currently, CREW is one of the groups encouraging Congress to investigate earmarking by Representative John Murtha. Annually, CREW releases a report on "the most corrupt members of Congress" and the "top ethics scandals of the year." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286316-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286316-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT General Services Administration (GSA) officials testified at a hearing on the investigation of their agency and its overall culture of wasteful spending. The hearing focused on rooting out waste, fraud, abuse, corruption, and increasing accountability. Daniel Tangherlini discussed steps he has already taken since joining the agency, including centralizing both the financial and procurement functions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305515-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305515-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Representative Charles Rangel held a news conference following ethics violations charges filed against him by a House investigative committee. He stepped down as chair of the Ways and Means Committee in March 2010 following an Ethics Committee ruling on gift rules violations. In his remarks he stated he is "limited" in what he can say but noted his appreciation that the Ethics Committee has finished its investigation. The full details of the charges against him will be announced on July 29, 2010. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294735-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294735-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Peter Schweizer contends that members of Congress profit from insider trading and use their political influence for their own financial gain. The author reports on several current members of the House and Senate who, according to the author, have affected votes on bills or gathered information from briefings to benefit their financial portfolio. Peter Schweizer responded to questions from members of the audience at the Heritage Foundation in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303078-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303078-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Secret Service and Homeland Security officials testified on the scandal surrounding Secret Service agent interaction with Colombian prostitutes. Secret Service Director Mark Sullivan disputed the notion that agents have routinely engaged in sexual misconduct while on assignment. Homeland Security Department Acting Inspector General Charles Edwards promised a wholly independent investigation of the incident. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306164-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306164-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Government Services Administration (GSA) current and former officials testified on the lavish conference the organization held in Las Vegas in October 2010. They talked about planning for the conference, decisions made by government personnel, and the official response to the scandal. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305490-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305490-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton testified, under oath, before a Federal Grand Jury. Mr. Wisenberg, Mr. Bittman, and Mr. Bennett questioned President Clinton via a video and audio link to the White House. During the questioning President Clinton admitted to inappropriate sexual behavior with Monica Lewinsky, but claimed that he had been legally correct in denying that he had had sexual relations with her. He also denied having committed perjury in a civil lawsuit brought by Paula Jones. He further denied having had any more than a civil relationship with Kathleen Willy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/111990-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/111990-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT The Adjudicatory Subcommittee of the House Standards of Official Conduct Committee met to determine whether any counts in the Statement of Alleged Violation charges against former Ways and Means Committee Chair Charles Rangel have been proven by clear and convincing evidence. The charges, several on tax and financial disclosure violations, were the result of a nearly two-year investigation. Following a closed-door meeting, the committee denied Representative Rangel's request to delay his trial. Chief Counsel Chisam presented what he said was "uncontested evidence" that the congressman's fund-raising and failure to disclose his assets or pay taxes on a Dominican villa had violated congressional rules. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296571-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296571-2 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT In an excerpt, House members debated the Impeachment Articles brought against President Clinton. Rep. Livingston's resignation speech was included in this excerpt. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116798-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116798-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Cynthia Cooper talked about her book, [Extraordinary Circumstances: The Journey of a Corporate Whistleblower]. She described her experiences during the rise and fall of WorldCom where she was vice president of internal audit. When she discovered and reported their inaccurate accounting practices, this ultimately led to the company's collapse. After her presentation she responded to audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201829-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201829-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Representative Maxine Waters spoke to reporters about a House Ethics Committee report that found she set up a September 2008 meeting between Treasury Department officials and a bank on which her husband was a board member and stockholder. In her remarks she maintained that there was nothing improper about her role in obtaining government funds for OneUnited Bank in California. Following a detailed presentation of information related to the charges by Mikael Moore, Representative Waters' chief of staff and grandson, she responded to questions from reporters. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295040-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295040-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT In this excerpt, the House debates the Ethics Committee recommendation that Rep. Barney Frank be reprimanded by the full House. Rep. Frank was charged with unethical conduct with a male prostitute, Stephen Gobie. These charges included fixing thirty-three parking tickets and writing a memo that was forwarded on official House stationary to Virginia law enforcement officials regarding Mr. Gobie. The House defeated a motion by Rep. Dannemeyer to expel Rep. Frank. The House then defeated a motion by Rep. Gingrich to recommit with instructions to report with a motion to censure. Finally, the House adopted the Ethics Committee report reprimanding Rep. Frank. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13295-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/13295-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT At the end of a public forum on Medicare, Representative Pelosi and others spoke about the scandal involving Representative Mark Foley's electronic correspondence with congressional pages, and actions taken by House Republican leadership in the matter. They responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/194620-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/194620-2 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT The House voted to expel Ohio Representative James Traficant for violation of House ethics rules. Ethics Committee members and others presented their cases prior to the final vote of 420 to 1. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171436-101 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171436-101 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Once the most influential lobbyist in Washington, Jack Abramoff presents an inside look at the lobbying industry and the power it has on Capitol Hill. He discussed his insights with Eliza Newlin Carney, staff writer for [CQ] and [Roll Call], covering lobbying and influence. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303101-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303101-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Former lobbyist Jack Abramoff talked about government corruption. In 2006 Mr. Abramoff was convicted of fraud, tax evasion, and conspiracy to bribe public officials. He is the author of [Capitol Punishment: The Hard Truth about Washington Corruption from America's Most Notorious Lobbyist]. He was interviewed by Lawrence Lessig and also responded to questions from members of the audience. "Lawrence Lessig Interrogates Jack Abramoff About Corruption" was the first event in the Edmond J. Safra Center for Ethics series "In the Dock." It was held in the Ames Courtroom of the Harvard Law School. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303041-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303041-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Paul Singer talked about the ethics charges against former Ways and Means Committee Chair Charles Rangel, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. He also discussed ethics hearings involving other members of Congress and explained the committee process. Timothy Carney spoke by phone about his [Washington Examiner] piece looking at K Street coming to the defense of Representative Rangel, and who is paying for the legal fees. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294816-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294816-7 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Greg Palast presented his investigation of the BP oil spill and talked about the corruption he says permeates the oil industry, the financial sector, and government. This event was held at the Silver Spring Civic Building in Maryland by WPFW (Pacifica Radio). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303885-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303885-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Representative Cunningham spoke to reporters outside the U.S. District Court building in San Diego, CA about his plea of guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit bribery, mail and wire fraud, and tax evasion. In his plea he admitted to taking $2.4 million in bribes in a case that grew from an investigation into the sale of his home to a wide-ranging conspiracy involving payments in cash, vacations and antiques. In his sometimes tearful remarks he said he felt shame for his actions, accepted that he might face a jail term, and that he would continue to work with federal prosecutors. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190089-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190089-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Larry Lessig talked about the influence of corporate money in politics, public trust in government, and political reform movements. He also answered questions from the audience. This program was part of a conference focusing on the issue of money in politics and corporate power, and organized by a coalition of groups calling itself the "Movement for the People." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297647-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297647-3 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT The House Standards of Official Conduct Committee met to decide on appropriate sanctions against Representative Charles Rangel (D-NY). Representative Rangel attended and spoke during the three portions of the hearing, having walked out of the proceedings earlier in the week. He had been found in violation of House ethics rules two days earlier by an adjudicatory subcommittee on 11 of 13 counts which Mr. Chisam outlined for the committee. After a recess, Mr. Chisam outlined past incidents in which members had been found in violation of ethics rules and explained the consequences of various forms of disciplinary action. Following his remarks Representative Rangel apologized for his actions, but asked the committee to make clear in its recommendations to the full House that he "was not trying to criminally hide anything from the IRS or from the Congress." At the end of the hearing Representative Lofgren announced the committee had voted 9 to 1 to recommend censure to the full House. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296658-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296658-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT The House voted to expel Ohio Representative James Traficant for violation of House ethics rules. Ethics Committee members and others presented their cases prior to the final vote of 420 to 1. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171436-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171436-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Covey is the author of several books on leadership styles and how they affect the functions of business & government. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/9103-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/9103-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Garment, author of [Scandal: The Culture of Mistrust in American Politics], discussed the way political scandals have reshaped U.S. history and influenced the way Americans vote and think about public policy. Her book cites over eighty cases of misconduct occurring within both political parties. She examines what she terms is the "criminalization of politics" and the roles played by the White House, Congress, the courts, and the press. A former Washington correspondent for the [Wall Street Journal], Ms. Garment believes that the increased coverage of scandals since Watergate has strengthened the influence of the media while reducing the power of government. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/22765-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/22765-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT The Adjudicatory Subcommittee of the House Standards of Official Conduct Committee met for a reading of 13 charges against former Ways and Means Committee Chair Charles Rangel. The charges, several on tax and financial disclosure violations, were the result of a nearly two-year investigation. The panel will hold a trial in September 2010 unless a settlement is reached. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294822-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294822-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Colbert King talked about his 22-year [Washington Post] career and the current political situation within the city's government. He described the crimes of council members Kwame Brown for bank fraud and campaign violations, and Harry Thomas Jr. for theft of funds and filing a false income tax return. He detailed the historical evolution of District of Columbia government, along with the troubled history of past administrations such as the arrest and conviction of former Mayor Marion Barry and recent charges of campaign irregularities surrounding the incumbent Mayor Vincent Gray. Colbert King was born in Washington, D.C., and attended Howard University. He has been a bank vice president, U.S. executive director of the World Bank, a Treasury Department deputy assistant secretary, and a State Department diplomat at the U.S. embassy in Bonn. He joined the [Post] editorial board in 1990 and was deputy editorial page editor from 2000 to 2007. He is married and has three adult sons. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307940-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307940-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT House Speaker Nancy Pelosi gave her weekly legislative briefing to the press. Topics included the ethics record of the Democratic majority and House Ethics Committee charges against former Ways and Means Committee Chair Charles Rangel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294826-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294826-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT The committee met to consider allegations that Mikael Moore, the grandson and chief of staff of Representative Maxine Waters (D-CA), pressured the Treasury Department to give a bailout to OneUnited, a minority-owned bank in which Representative Waters' husband held stock and had served on the board of directors. Members ruled that Mr. Moore did violate House ethics rules rand would receive a letter of admonishment for his actions. Prior to the hearing, Representative Waters was cleared of ethics violations charges related to OneUnited, following a two-year investigation. Committee members announced that outside lawyers had determined that Representative Waters acted to represent all minority-owned banks, rather than her husband's specifically. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308316-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308316-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Alan Huffman and Michael Rejebian discussed their careers as political opposition researchers. The journalists and partners of the political research firm, Huffman & Rejebian, are hired to research a client's political opponent and focus on items that display their weaknesses. The authors recounted their nearly two decades of work in the field and their various clients and sources. Alan Huffman and Micheal Rejebian responded to questions from members of the audience at the Half King Bar & Restaurant in New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304406-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304406-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich talked about ethics in politics. Following his remarks he responded to questions from law professors about the federal corruption charges that led to his removal from office. The panel included Professors Tonja Jacobi, Donald Gordon, and Donna Leff. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292333-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292333-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT In the opening portion of a misconduct hearing to determine if Representative Traficant should be expelled from the House, Mr. Kellner and Representative Traficant offered opening statements on charges related to Representative Traficant's April 2002 conviction on ten counts of fraud, corruption, and racketeering. In his hour-long statement Mr. Traficant claimed that he was the victim of retribution by the FBI and U.S. Justice Department for questioning their policies in the past. He also questioned the committee's decision to disallow several witnesses on his behalf. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171192-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171192-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT The Adjudicatory Subcommittee of the House Standards of Official Conduct Committee met to determine whether any counts in the Statement of Alleged Violation charges against former Ways and Means Committee Chair Charles Rangel have been proven by clear and convincing evidence. The charges, several on tax and financial disclosure violations, were the result of a nearly two-year investigation. Representative Rangel, following opening statements by the committee chair and ranking member, complained that he was denied the right to have an attorney present for his hearing. He also threatened to walk out of the proceedings unless he was given more time to hire counsel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296571-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296571-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT House Speaker Nancy Pelosi gave her weekly legislative briefing to the press. Among the topics she addressed were financial reform legislation and reopening the ethics investigation into allegations of sexual harassment by former Representative Massa. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293141-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293141-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Professor John Mearsheimer talked about his book, [Why Leaders Lie: The Truth about Lying in International Politics]. He was interviewed at the University of Chicago. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299941-9 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299941-9 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Stephen Kohn talked about the role of whistleblowers and legislative efforts to prevent retaliation from employers. The proposed Whistleblower Protection Act is currently stalled in a Senate committee. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295137-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295137-4 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Republican members of the House Judiciary and Oversight and Government Reform Committees talked about recent allegations against ACORN and congressional bans on federal funding for the organization. They also focused on allegations of voter registration fraud and other political activities that could jeopardize ACORN's tax exempt status. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290347-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290347-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT House Speaker Nancy Pelosi gave her weekly legislative briefing to the press. She refused to call for New York Representative Charles Rangel to step down as House Ways and Means Committee Chair He was formally admonished by the House Ethics Committee for accepting a corporate-funded trip to the Caribbean. She also talked about the previous day White House health care summit and jobs legislation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292285-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292285-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Participants talked about the Watergate scandal and lessons learned by the legal profession. Two White House insiders and two members of the prosecution team talked about how White House lawyers got themselves in trouble and how they dealt with their mistakes, their relationships as cooperating witnesses with the prosecutors, and the ethical issues involved. They responded to questions from members of the audience. Mr. Lillehaug moderated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204678-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204678-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT John Barry describes his book [The Ambition and the Power] as "a case study of how Washington really works." Barry looks at the consolidation of power by House speaker Jim Wright and follows Wright through his resignation after charges were made against him by the House ethics committee. In this interview, Barry discusses the inside seat he was given by Wright. Appealing to Wright's "sense of history," Barry was even allowed access to sensitive staff meetings. Additionally, Barry discusses the changed House of Representatives without Jim Wright, specifically the role of the Rules committee. He also discusses the role of journalists in covering the Congress. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/10631-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/10631-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT A panel discussion was held on ethical scandals and the state of integrity in the U.S.. Topics included ethics in government, from the founders to the handling of electronic mail, the rise in the rise in complaints against lawyers, and the leaking of information to reporters. Professor Vuletich moderated. Steven Ford, son of former President Gerald Ford, made opening remarks, focusing on his father's ethics, including his decision to pardon former President Nixon. He joined the panel in responding to questions submitted by members of the audience. "Ethics in Our World: Annual Symposium Exploring Ethics in America" was held at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298513-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298513-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Detore testified on behalf of Representative Traficant at a misconduct hearing. Representative Traficant faced possible expulsion from the house on charges related to his conviction for corruption and racketeering in April. This is only a portion of the testimony. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171263-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171263-3 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Birnbaum discussed his book, [The Lobbyists: How Influence Peddlers Get their Way in Washington]. He described the role of lobbyists in the legislative process and the effects of donations by special interest groups to congressional campaigns. He detailed the careers and probable influence of many individual lobbyists, explaining that much of their influence results from their great expertise in a particular field. In Washington there are are 35 lobbyists per per member of Congress. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/36906-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/36906-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Simpson talked about the book he co-authored by Larry Sabato, [Dirty Little Secrets: The Persistance of Corruption in American Politics], published by Times Books. In the book the authors analyzed why they believe Americans are cynical about the political system. Simpson described various forms of corruption in Congress such as "street money" or "walking around money," which is the practice of paying community leaders to get voters to the polls, and the purchase of legislative favors through large political contributions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/72333-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/72333-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Traficant talked about his misconduct hearing and his conviction for corruption and racketeering, as well as the circumstances surrounding the conviction. He also responded to viewer comments and questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171256-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171256-5 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT David Michaels talked about his book [Doubt is Their Product: How Industry's Assault on Science Threatens Your Health], published by the Oxford University Press. The former assistant secretary of energy for environment, safety, and health during the Clinton administration argued that corporations hire their own scientists to skew the safety records of certain products. In doing so, they manufacture and magnify scientific uncertainties and influence policy decisions to the advantage of polluters and the manufacturers of dangerous products. This has led to delayed action on specific hazards, including tobacco, global warming, asbestos, lead, plastics, and many other toxic materials. He talked about story revealed in his book and the lessons to be learned from it. He gave the actions of the tobacco industry as an example. Professor Michaels responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205879-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205879-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Committee members continued the investigation into campaign fund-raising abuses in the past election. Mr. Tamraz testified about his donations to the Democratic National Committee as a way to gain access to the president and other senior officials to push a pipeline project in central Asia. Mr. Simpson and Mr. Carter testified about their knowledge of Mr. Tamraz's project and his contributions and denied that they tried to influence Shelia Heslin on behalf of Mr. Tamraz. They also gave contradictory accounts about a conversation they had about Mr. Tamraz. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/91413-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/91413-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Thomas Frank, author of [The Wrecking Crew: How Conservatives Rule], published by Metropolitan Books, was interviewed about his book by Jeanne Cummings. Mr. Frank argued in his book that conservatives have encouraged the privatization of the government. He profiled the lobbyists, politicians, and pundits who he claimed have placed the free market over effective government. He argued that conservatives intentionally make government ineffective in order to justify privatizing it. Thomas Frank is the author of several books, including [What's the Matter with Kansas? How Conservatives Won the Heart of America], published by Metropolitan Press and [One Market Under God: Extreme Capitalism, Market Populism, and the End of Economic Democracy], published by Anchor. Mr. Frank is the founding editor of [The Baffler] and is currently a columnist for the [Wall Street Journal]. Jeanne Cummings is the chief lobbying and influence correspondent for Politico. Ms. Cummings has been a reporter in the Washington Bureau of the [Atlanta Journal-Constitution] and the [Wall Street Journal]. She is the recipient of the Aldo Beckman Memorial Award for her reportage on the White House in 2000. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280212-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280212-1 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT Rickard Sisk talked by phone about developments in the House Ethics Committee investigation of former Ways and Means Committee Chair Charles Rangel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294816-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294816-3 Sat, 28 Dec 1996 00:00:00 GMT