The most popular programs for the American Perspectives Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=22 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Fri, 24 May 2013 19:59:34 GMT Comedian Jerry Seinfeld presented the "Puffy Shirt," made famous during his long-running television series, to the Smithsonian's Museum of American History Pop Culture Collection. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184512-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184512-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT The Radio and Television Correspondents Association held their 62nd annual dinner at the Washington Hilton. The event included remarks by Vice President Cheney, entertainment by impressionist Frank Caliendo, and a video tribute to the late ABC anchor Peter Jennings. Mike Viqueira was the dinner chairman. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191826-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191826-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT The Radio Television Correspondents Association presented awards to journalists for their contributions to the news industry. Following award presentations by President Bush gave a humorous speech touching on several recent news stories on his administration. Entertainment was provided by improvisation comedians Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood who included members of the audience, including White House advisor Karl Rove, in sketch comedy routines. The evening's events also included a tribute to retiring House Radio and TV Gallery director Tina Tate and a special video produced for the dinner by JibJab.com. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197375-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197375-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT President Bush and three former presidents, national politicians, as well as civil rights and religious leaders paid tribute to the life and memory of Coretta Scott King at a funeral service held at the New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Georgia. They talked about her contributions to the civil rights movement, efforts on behalf of minorities, and marriage to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Mrs. King's daughter Bernice, a minister, gave the eulogy, saying her mother "was not just a national figure, she was a global leader." Poet Maya Angelou and the Kings' three other children also attended the service. Some speeches were later highlighted in news media reports for their political overtones and criticisms of President Bush. The service featured musical performances by Stevie Wonder, Michael Bolton, and Bebe and Cece Winans. The New Birth Total Praise Choir sang some of Mrs. King's favorite gospel songs, including "Amazing Grace." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191101-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191101-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT The Sojourner Truth bust was unveiled in the Capitol Visitor Center Emancipation Hall. She is the first black woman to be honored with a bust at the U.S. Capitol. Sojourner Truth was born into slavery in 1797. She escaped in 1827 and became a leader in promoting the abolition of slavery and women's voting rights. Cicely Tyson re-enacted Sojourner Truth's most famous speech, delivered to a women's convention in 1851. The prelude was sung by Lomax Spaulding, Dorinda Clarke Cole and Yolanda Adams. After the presenation of the colors, Yolanda Pelzer sang the national anthem. Students from the Ron Clark Academy also performed. The program opened with a video clip of Nell Irvin Painter being interviewed on the "Writings of Sojourner Truth" program on April 30, 2001. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285528-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285528-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT In a structured debate which featured opening statements, rebuttal, closing statements, and questions from the audience, Ambassador Keyes and Professor Dershowitz debated the question, "Does Organized Religion Have the Answers to 21st Century Problems?" Among the points of contention were the influence of religion on the founding fathers, the relation between religion and morality, the Bible as a source of moral guidance, and the role of religion in public discourse and politics. In often heated debate in response to audience questions, participants addressed issues such as sexual orientation, civil rights, Christianity, and the role of government in making social policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159474-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159474-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT In a PowerPoint presentation Professor Barnett talked about developing a global perspective that integrates political, economic and military elements in a model for the post-September 11 world. He argued that terrorism and globalization had combined to end the great-power model of war that has developed over 400 years, since the Thirty Years War. Instead, he divided the world into an increasingly expanding "functioning core" of economically developed, politically stable states integrated into global systems and a "non-integrating gap," the most likely source of threats to U.S. and international security. Professor Barnett used this map to call for a new system for deployment of the U.S. armed forces. Following his remarks he answered questions from military officials in the audience. Professor Barnett is the author of [The Pentagon's New Map: War and Peace in the Twenty-First Century], published by Putnam Publishing Group. In the book he described the changing natures of war, security, and foreign policy in the post-Cold War era. He explained a theory of the effects of globalization that combines security, economic, political, and cultural factors to forecast future military needs. He also uses autobiographical elements to explain the behind the scenes workings of the Pentagon and how his PowerPoint presentation has been used. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182105-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182105-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Radio and television correspondents, members of Congress and the Cabinet and others gathered at this annual dinner. Walter Cronkite presented the Joan Shorenstein Barone award to Michel McQueen for her story on Rep. Longley, a Republican freshman from Maine. Speaker Gingrich and President Clinton spoke humorously about Washington politics. President Clinton mentioned several humorous bumper stickers for the 1996 presidential campaign. He also challenged journalists to continue to report events aggressively, yet fairly. Mr. Imus, a New York radio show host known for his irreverent humor spoke after President Clinton. He made many humorous, occasionally coarse, jokes about journalists and politicians in attendance and the president and first lady, and especially about Whitewater. The next day, Michael McCurry, the White House press secretary, characterized many of his remarks as "tasteless." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/70684-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/70684-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about the September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. Among the issues they addressed were various theories concerning the origins of the attacks, charges of a government and media cover-up of key facts, the results of investigations into the attacks, and public perceptions of the events of September 11, 2001. Participants also called on citizens to question official versions of the terrorist attacks, examine independent sources of information, and conduct grassroots education campaigns to change public opinion. Following their presentations they answered questions from the audience. Mr. Tarpley was the author of [9/11 Synthetic Terror: Made in USA], published by Progressive Press. The two-day event, "American Scholars Symposium: 9/11 and The Neo-Con Agenda," was held in the ballroom of the Sheraton Los Angeles Downtown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193155-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193155-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton and Mr. Leno delivered tongue-in-cheek speeches about current political issues and about President Clinton's future after the presidency. As part of their presentations each showed video parodies of President Clinton and other politicians. In an earlier segment of the correspondents' dinner a spoof of the NBC television show [West Wing] was performed by the show's actors plus White House press secretary Joe Lockhart and former press secretary Dee Dee Myers. The [West Wing] segment is not available for sale. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/156877-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/156877-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT In his first address to the United Nations General Assembly President Bush talked about joint counterterrorism efforts and the global threat of terrorism. He also talked about Israeli-PLO peace talks, referring to an independent state of "Palestine" as an outcome of the talks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167220-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167220-2 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT President George W. Bush delivered a commencement address to the graduating students of Texas A and M University in Reed Arena. He was introduced by his mother and father. He spoke on inspirational people he met during his eight years in the White House. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282842-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282842-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Wolfe talked about Marshall McLuhan and his groundbreaking theories on mass media. He also responded to questions from members of the audience. This was the first annual Marshall McLuhan Lecture at Fordham University. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/120940-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/120940-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Dr. Ben Carson talked about his rise out of poverty through education, the importance of education to the country, and how it can be improved. He told of instances when he overcame peer pressure and low expectations. With determination and his mother's support, succeeded in becoming the director of pediatric neurosurgery at the Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, as well as professor of oncology, neurosurgery and plastic surgery. He responded to questions submitted by members of the audience. Villa Julie College presents the Baltimore Speakers Series at Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201779-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201779-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Radio and television correspondents gathered for their annual dinner featuring tongue-in-cheek humor about current events and press coverage of politics. Vice President Cheney paid tribute to the late Pope John Paul II in remarks made on behalf of the president who was unable to speak at the dinner in order to attend the official funeral mass in Rome. The traditional entertainment was provided by comedian Lewis Black who commented on his experiences as a native Washingtonian and the current state of partisan politics. The David Bloom Award for enterprise reporting was presented by the late Mr. Bloom's brothers to ABC's "Nightline" for its reporting on the rehabilitation of Iraq War veterans. Following the official program, C-SPAN cameras showed scenes of the attendees informally greeting one another. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186191-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186191-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Callie Crossley moderated a discussion of the historic events of June 11, 1963. On that day two black students, James Hood and Vivian Malone, were barred entry to the University of Alabama by Governor George Wallace. In response, President Kennedy called out the National Guard and Governor Wallace stepped aside. That evening, the president delivered a major civil rights address to the nation. The next day, civil rights leader Medgar Evers was murdered at his home. The panelists discussed what it was like living through those events, and what motivated their actions on that day. A video of Vivian Malone, who died in 2005, was shown. Following the discussion they answered questions from members of the audience. Historic video footage was shown, including the remarks of Governor Wallace, the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., and portions of President Kennedy's address. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203722-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203722-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Oleg Kalugin and David Major, former intelligence officials, spoke about their intersecting careers during the Cold War. Topics in the talk included how each side managed surveillance, recruitment, and covert communications. Both men, now retired from intelligence operations, work as professors in the Centre for Counterintelligence and Security Studies founded by David Major. Special note: This abstract was corrected on May 23rd. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202158-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202158-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Following a period during which Ms. Parks was honored by lying in repose in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, a memorial service was held to honor her life and legacy prior to her funeral scheduled in Detroit the following Wednesday. Participants paid tribute to Ms. Parks as a catalyst of the civil rights movement, her legacy as a voice for the black community, and her service to the nation in passionate speeches and with music. There were many standing ovations and shouts of "Amen!" Large pictures of Ms. Parks were carried through the aisles by young people. At the end audience members stood, held hands, and sang "We Shall Overcome" along with the choir. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189655-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189655-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT At the annual association dinner, President Bush and Mr. Leno gave humorous remarks about current events and the political climate in Washington. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181634-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181634-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Dressed in period costume, scholars portraying Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton debated their views of democracy, talked about the founding of the nation, and answered questions about modern politics. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161239-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161239-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke at the Abraham Lincoln Association's 102nd annual birthday banquet on the occasion of President Lincoln's 200th birthday. In his remarks he spoke about President Lincoln's legacy and understanding of the concept of the American Union. Though lighthearted at times, Mr. Obama also emphasized the need for immediate action on his stimulus plan, and insisted that government intervention is necessary to reverse the economic decline. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284010-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284010-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Howe moderated the fourth and final debate between the two presidential candidates in 1960. The debate focused on foreign policy issues. The candidates debated questions introduced by a panel of correspondents. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/33219-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/33219-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Heller and Mr. Vonnegut, both of whom actively participated in World War II, reminisced about their experiences during the war. Mr. Heller was a bombardier during the war and Mr. Vonnegut was an infantryman who was captured during the Battle of the Bulge. They talked about the horrors of the war for all sides. They also took questions from the audience. Mr. Heller's most famous war-related work is [Catch-22] and Mr. Vonnegut's are [Cat's Cradle] and [Slaughterhouse Five]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/65129-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/65129-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT David McCullough delivered the commencement address to the graduating students of Boston College at Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205440-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/205440-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT President and Mrs. Bush held a state dinner in honor of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Live coverage of the arrival at the North Portico, entrance to the Grand Foyer and the official toasts by the queen and president was shown. Following official toasts Itzhak and the U.S. Army Chorus provided entertainment. Video was shown of past state visits by Queen Elizabeth during the Ford, Reagan and previous Bush administrations. Also shown was video of first lady Laura Bush talking about the dinner preparations in the State Dining Room that afternoon, as well as interviews with staff about preparations for the event. Studio guests talked about Washington social events and the importance of state dinners. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197970-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197970-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT President Bush was joined by Defense Department officials and members of the Cabinet to dedicate a memorial to the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attack on the Pentagon. Following the reading of the names of victims accompanied by a Navy honor guard ringing a bell, President Bush and others spoke about the sacrifice and valor of both the victims and rescue workers who responded to the attack. The ceremony also included several musical tributes, the playing of "taps," and an official viewing of the benches comprising the memorial. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281042-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281042-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT This annual charity event featured comedy routines by Washington notables Senator Tom Daschle, former Secretary Dan Glickman, Cal Thomas, P.J. O'Rourke, Arianna Huffington, Judlyne Lilly, James Rosen and others. James Rosen was awarded the title of "The Funniest Celebrity in Washington," with Senator Daschle coming in second. Serving as judges were celebrities Jim Bohanan, Kathy Kemper, Tucker Carlson, Norah O'Donnell, Charles Mann, Frank Fahrenkopf, Greg Pearce, and Paul Begala. Chuck Conconi was master of ceremonies. Some comedy routines and comments may be offensive to some viewers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174834-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174834-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Mike and Chris Wallace appeared at the Middlesex Community College Celebrity Forum. The father and son who have spent their lives in journalism talked about their profession, their relationship and issues of the day. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197821-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197821-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT President and Mrs. Bush made remarks in honor of President Theodore Roosevelt's 150th birthday at an event in the East Room. They were joined by historian John Milton Cooper and an historical interpreter of President Theodore Roosevelt. Job Christianson and Joel Gilbertson, musicians from North Dakota where Theodore Roosevelt spent formative years, performed. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282027-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282027-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Ellen DeGeneres spoke at the commencement ceremony in the Superdome for the graduates of Tulane University. She talked, frequently humorously, about her background, overcoming obstacles, and her admiration for the city of New Orleans. The class graduating were freshmen when Hurricane Katrina hit the city. She danced with the graduates before being presented with the Tulane University President's Medal for her work to raise money and awareness for New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. She was also presented with other gifts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286414-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286414-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT The disability rights advocate died June 22 at age 71. On the 12th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Mrs. Dart, family and friends hosted a celebration honoring Justin Dart, Jr.'s life and contributions to the causes of people with disabilities, including passage of the ADA. The service also included performances by Reverend Nolan Williams, Jr. and the Psalmists Gospel Ensemble; Nura Aly, 7th grade activist and violinist; and his widow, Yoshiko Dart and family singing [Sakura], a traditional Japanese song about cherry blossoms. In addition, Mr. Dart, Jr. had chosen selected advocates to participate in the program as representatives of the full spectrum of people with disabilities. This program is closed captioned for the hearing impaired. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171512-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171512-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT A funeral service was held for Walter Cronkite at St. Bartholomew's Church in New York City. The former anchor of CBS News died on July 17, 2009, at the age of 92. The service was filmed by CBS News crews. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287951-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/287951-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Lawrence Krauss delivered a lecture titled, "Science and Anti-Science." He addressed scientific illiteracy among the public and among elected officials. He expressed concern about the effects of scientific illiteracy on the teaching curriculum, military decisions, confusion about global warming and stem cells research, and support for the scientific research that can preserve U.S. economic competitiveness. The speaker responded to audience members' questions. This event was the monthly Bradley Lecture at American Enterprise Institute. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204010-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204010-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Christopher Hitchens, Sharon Waxman, and James Cuno participated in a panel discussion on lost and stolen art of ancient civilizations. Topics included where artifacts come from, where they ended up, and what should be done with them. Panel members were shown and talked about slides of photographs from Sharon Waxman's book, [Loot: The Battle Over the Stolen Treasures of the Ancient World]. The panelists responded to audience members' questions following their remarks. Daniel Wakin moderated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283263-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283263-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT The Magliozzi brothers delivered a humorous address to graduates. They spoke about their own college experiences and their reasons for speaking at the commencement. This program is not for sale. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/124361-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/124361-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Participants debated the question, "Should Government Accept Same-Sex Marriage?" Arguing "yes" was Mary Bonauto, attorney for Massachusetts' GLAD chapter, who argued the Massachusetts Supreme Court case, and Jonathan Rauch, author of [Gay Marriages]. Arguing "no" was Hadley Arkes, political science professor at Amherst University, and Genevieve Wood, Vice President of the Family Research Council. Each debate team was also joined by a Boston University student. Following formal arguments debaters responded to points and questions brought by the audience. Members of he affirmative team won the debate. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181294-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181294-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Award-winning singer, songwriter and pianist Billy Joel talked about his career and played some of his songs. He spoke about celebrity endorsements of political candidates. He responded to questions submitted by members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281957-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281957-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Actors Liam Neeson and Holly Hunter portrayed Abraham and Mary Lincoln. The performance included the intimate letters and public speeches of the Lincolns together with photographs of the famous couple and their family displayed on a large screen. The program was narrated by Harold Holzer, author of [The Lincoln Family Album], published by Doubleday. The event capped a day of planning for the 16th president's 200th birthday in 2009 by the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission and its Advisory Committee. The performance took place in the Coolidge Auditorium of the Thomas Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191184-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191184-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Caro talked about his book, [Master of the Senate], published by Knopf. In this third volume of his multi-volume biography, [The Years of Lyndon Johnson], Mr. Caro covered events and activities between 1949 and 1960, the 12 years Johnson was a senator. He was minority leader of the U.S. Senate 1953-1955 and majority leader 1955-1961. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176694-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176694-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT President Bush and the first lady participated in the lighting of the National Christmas Tree and the opening holiday ceremonies on the Ellipse for the 2008 Pageant of Peace. Entertainment included: country music singer Rissi Palmer; musician Jon Secada; Nashville singer/songwriter Phil Vassar; Washington-based dance troupe Step Afrika!; 4-year-old singer Kaitlyn Maher; and the U.S. Army Chorus's SFC Steve Cramer appearing as Santa Claus. The United States Army Band "Pershing's Own" performed under Colonel Thomas Rotondi, Jr. and the Enterprise High School Encores from Enterprise, Alabama, sang. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282679-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282679-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Robert Krick delivered the dinner address, "Lee and the Historians in the Age of the Anti-Hero," at a symposium marking the 200th anniversary of the birth of Robert E. Lee. General Lee has long been one of America's most revered individuals, but opinions are subject to historical revision. Professor Krick addressed questions of whether Lee was a hero whose valor and leadership were surpassed only by his honor and humanity, or whether he was a traitor whose military skill served a bad cause and prolonged an immoral rebellion against his rightful government. Robert Krick is a former historian at Fredericksburg National Battlefield Park. The Stephen D. Lee Institute was established by the Sons of Confederate Veterans in 2005 as a forum for historical scholarship in defense of the Confederacy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197864-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197864-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT As an NBC news correspondent Mr. Vanocur was a questioner during the first 1960 Kennedy-Nixon debate. During this commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the debates, he and the other panelists discussed the historic debates, the results, and the effect on future presidential campaigns. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159440-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159440-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Participants held a rally on the National Mall to call for reparations for slavery in the U.S. Speakers talked about the state of racism in the U.S., and the need to redress wrongs of the past. Between some of the speeches various groups and performers entertained the crowd. In some cases participants were not identified on screen. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172087-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172087-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Bono gave the 2004 commencement address at the University of Pennsylvania. He spoke about the danger of indifference and the importance of working for political change. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181946-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181946-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Tammy Bruce delivered her speech, "Contrary to Public Belief: How Conservative Ideas Empower Women, Gays and Other Minorities," in the State Ballroom of the Oglesby Union at FSU. She believes conservative ideas are better suited to empowering women and minorities, and uses that framework to discuss the results of the 2004 election. She focused on the dangers of "group think" and of labels. Ms. Bruce talked about the motives and cultural structure of the leadership of the political left, speaking from her personal experiences which included being the president of the Los Angeles chapter of the National Organization for Women. After her presentation she responded to questions from students in the audience. Ms. Bruce was the first gay woman in the United States to host a mainstream talk-radio show and is an author and contributing editor at Frontpagemag.com. Ms. Bruce is the author of [The New Thought Police: Inside the Left's Assault on Free Speech and Free Minds], and [The Death of Right and Wrong: Exposing the Left's Assault on Our Culture and Values], both published by Prima Lifestyles and in paperback from Three Rivers Press. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184396-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184396-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Former President George H.W. Bush and President George W. Bush participated in the ceremony to commission the Navy's newest nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, USS George H.W. Bush. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283260-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283260-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Morrison addressed the 2004 graduating class of Wellesley College. She cautioned them against the degradation of civil rights and other political dangers. She said allegorically that the past is not finished, but continues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182148-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182148-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT President Bush presented the nation's highest civilian award, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, to honor 14 individuals for an especially meritorious contribution to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. The recipients were Muhammad Ali, Carol Burnett, Aretha Franklin, Alan Greenspan, Vincent Cerf and Robert Kahn for designing the language that led to the Internet, Jack Nicklaus, Andy Griffith, Paul Rusesabagina for sheltering hundreds during the Rwandan genocide, Paul Harvey, former Rep. Sonny Montgomery (D-MS), Soviet historian Robert Conquest, retired Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Richard Myers, and Hall of Fame baseball player Frank Robinson. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189856-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189856-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Tammy Bruce talked about why her philosophy as a lesbian and a conservative doesn't always make her welcome in feminist circles. She discussed other contemporary issues including conservatism, higher education, religion, and her criticisms of liberals. After her presentation she responded to audience members' questions. Tammy Bruce is the author of [The New American Revolution, The Death of Right and Wrong], and [The New Thought Police]. The event, called "The Left as Hypocrites: How They Don't Practice What They Preach," was part of a seminar on "Deconstructing the Left" that was held for college students at the Reagan Ranch Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/200053-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/200053-2 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT Three of the most prominent recent biographers of Benjamin Franklin participated in a discussion at the National Constitution Center. Jim Lehrer, who wrote [The Franklin Affair: A Novel], published by Random House, moderated the panel. Following the discussion, the panelists responded to questions and comments from members of the audience. Richard Beeman, a member of the National Constitution Center Board of Trustees, introduced the program. The participants were: Walter Isaacson, author of [Benjamin Franklin: An American Life], published by Simon and Schuster; Gordon Wood, author of [The Americanization of Benjamin Franklin], published by The Penguin Press; Stacy Schiff, author of [A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America ], published by Henry Holt and Co. The program was presented in conjunction with the traveling exhibit "Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World," organized by the Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary to celebrate the 300th anniversary of the oldest Founding Father, born January 17, 1706. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190664-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190664-1 Thu, 18 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT