The most popular programs for the Minorities in the Media Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=420 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Sat, 18 May 2013 10:15:44 GMT Ishmael Reed talked about his life, work, and career. Topics included the role of the media in American society, race relations past and present, and the impact of the election of President Obama. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Ishmael Reed is the award-winning author of more than twenty books, including novels, essays, plays, and poetry. Mr. Reed has been a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and was twice nominated for the National Book Award. Ishmael Reed is the author of non-fiction books: [Shrovetide in Old New Orleans] (1978); [God Made Alaska for the Indians] (1982); [Writin' is Fightin': Thirty-Seven Years of Boxing on Paper] (1989); [Airing Dirty Laundry] (1993); [Another Day at the Front: Dispatches from the Race Wars] (2003); [Blues City: A Walk in Oakland] (2003); [Mixing it Up: Taking on the Media and Other Reflections] (2008); [Barack Obama and the Jim Crow Media: The Return of the Nigger Breakers] (2010). He also provided the introduction and commentary to photography book [Oakland Rhapsody: The Secret Soul of an American Downtown] (1995). Mr. Reed is also the editor of 13 anthologies and the author of 10 fiction works, six books of poetry, and a compilation of six plays. His work includes: [Flight to Canada], [Conversations with Ishmael Reed], [Last Days of Louisiana Red], and [Reckless Eyeballing]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298580-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298580-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about media and popular culture. This program was part of an Aspen Institute symposium on the state of race in the United States. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298953-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298953-5 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Michael Awkward talked about his book [Burying Don Imus: Anatomy of a Scapegoat] (University of Minnesota Press; August 20, 2009). An African-American university professor and self-declared feminist, he said that the controversy over comments by Don Imus about the Rutgers University women's basketball team was overblown and unfair to the talk radio host in light of the nature of his show. He talked about popular culture and the reaction to the show that ignored the complexities of racial relations. Topics included how Don Imus reacted to the criticism an other similar incidents. Professor Awkward also read passages of this book and responded to questions from members of the audience. This event was held at Nicola's Books in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on Monday, October 5, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. Michael Awkward is the Gayl A. Jones Collegiate Professor of Afro-American Literature and Culture at the University of Michigan. He is the author of several books including [Negotiating Difference: Race, Gender, and the Politics of Positionality; Scenes of Instruction: A Memoir]; and [Soul Covers]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289368-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289368-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Journalists and academics talked about the representation of women and minorities in the media. Topics included the digital divide, how to increase media presence, and . Following their remarks panelists responded to audience members' questions. This program was part of a day-long National Urban Fellows leadership conference. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291559-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291559-6 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Emory University African American Studies professor, Nathan McCall talked about the history of negative African-American images and portrayals in the media. Professor McCall's lecture spanned from America's founding through current imagery of President Obama. He responded to questions from students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304560-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304560-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Page talked about his recent book, [Showing My Color: Impolite Essays on Race and Identity], published by Harper Collins. It is a collection of essays which focuses on the continuing importance of color in U.S. society. He also talked about the past and present status of African-American journalists. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/70352-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/70352-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Dean Dates discussed race relations in America and the coverage of racial issues in the media. She is co-editor of the book, [Split Image: African Americans in the Media], published by Howard University Press. Dean Dates spearheaded the compilation of this book to provide a more balanced historical view of the African-American contribution to media. She spoke of the dominant European culture which has established images and structures that impede the development and recognition of the subordinate black culture, spanning from minstrel shows through today's hi-tech mass media. The editors chose to view the media as a split image, thus providing a "mechanism for grabbing hold of history and looking at it." The book points out the racial tug-of-war which makes young African Americans feel as if they do not have a stake in society. The other co-editor of the book is William Barlow, also of Howard University. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14122-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/14122-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Participants, including activists, representatives of independent media, recording artists, and social critics, talked about race relations, depictions of minorities in the media, diversity in main stream media newsrooms, as well as the impact of news coverage of recent hurricane damage to Gulf Coast communities on public perceptions of racial minorities. They also talked about methods of reaching the black community through non-traditional media outlets and articulating a voice for African American concerns. The event was promoted as an independent discussion on creating unity among activists and media, taking place on the eve of the 10th anniversary of the Million Man March. Following their remarks, participants responded to questions and comments from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189350-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189350-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Participants talked about media portrayals of the black community, the role of the black media, biases in editorial decision-making, the experiences of black journalists, and depictions of stereotypes in the media. The panel discussion on "Black Media and Black Stereotypes" was held by the 8th annual Harlem Book Fair at the New York Public Library's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193522-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193522-2 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Lynette Clemetson talked about The Root, a website of news and commentary about politics, social issues, and the arts geared toward an African-American audience. She also spoke about her experiences and career as a writer. The Root was started earlier in the year by The Washington Post Company. The editor-in-chief is Henry Louis Gates, Jr., of Harvard University. Lynette Clemetson has also written for [Newsweek, The New York Times], and other publications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281483-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281483-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about the treatment of race by the news media and combating stereotypes. They also responded to questions from members of the audience. Juan Williams moderated. Charlie Firestone then made closing remarks for the day-long symposium. "News Media" was the fifth panel of the Symposium on the State of Race in America held at the Newseum by the Aspen Institute Communications and Society Program in association with Comcast Corporation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305353-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305353-6 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Professor West and Mr. McGruder talked about minority depictions in the media. Among the topics they addressed were information control, image manipulation, projecting leadership values and positive images of minorities, and leading by example. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177758-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177758-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT This tour of the newspaper's main building visited the newsroom, the business office, and a meeting where story ideas were discussed. In an interview, Ms. Gutierrez discussed the origin and purpose of 'El Nuevo Herald'. She also discussed a managing editor's usual day and future strategies of the paper. The 'Miami Herald' and 'El Nuevo Herald' are owned by Knight-Ridder Inc. and were started in 1910. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/54654-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/54654-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT A panel discussion was held on the differences in news coverage between non-traditional media and traditional media as blogs, Web aggregators, and talk radio challenge television and newspapers as primary sources of information. Topics included the lack of journalistic standards for accuracy and balance and how minor or obscure events become world-wide sensations. Examples discussed included the comments of the Reverends Jeremiah Wright and Jesse Jackson and the prosecution of six black teenagers in Jena, Louisiana. Michele Norris moderated. "Jeremiah Wright and Jena: Who Covered It and Who Got It Right?" was a program of the 2008 convention of UNITY: Journalists of Color, held in McCormick Place in Chicago. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280007-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/280007-2 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT From the 2010 Virginia Festival of the Book in Charlottesville, Virginia, Robin Stone discussed Gerald Boyd's [My Life in Black and White: Race and Power at the "New York Times"]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292685-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292685-3 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Participants talked about images of Italian-Americans and the impact of the HBO series "The Sopranos" on stereotypes of Italian-Americans. The series focuses on a New Jersey crime family. Following their remarks the panelists answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164263-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164263-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Soledad O'Brien talked about diversity on television. She also talked about her career and experiences in television news. She also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298052-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298052-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Journalists spoke about media coverage of minorities and minority issues, as well as minority representation on television, radio and print media. Among the topics they addressed were race and gender issues in American society, fairness and accountability standards for journalists, violence in the media, and the recent controversy that led to the firing of television and radio personality Don Imus for inappropriate remarks about the Rutgers women's basketball team. Reverend Sharpton moderated the panel discussion and questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197695-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197695-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Smiley participated in a live radio simulcast of the Tom Joyner radio show from Dallas. Among the issues discussed were Mr. Smiley's new book [Doing What's Right] and other current headlines concerning the African-American population. Mr. Joyner also discussed what it takes to produce a live radio show. Between breaks on the radio show. Mr. Joyner and Mr. Smiley responded to viewer calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/156563-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/156563-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panelists discussed how the media portrays African-Americans and whether there is still a need for African-American media organizations to portray African-Americans in a fairer manner. They also examined the media's role in the formation of African-American identity. After a discussion period among the panel, they took questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/71359-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/71359-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT As part of the "National Media Forum on Poverty, Inequality and Race: 40 Years after the Kerner Commission," media experts talked about the lack of media coverage of poverty, inequality, and race in the U.S. After their presentations the participants questioned each other and responded to audience members' questions. The Milton Eisenhower Foundation is the private sector continuation of the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders (the Kerner Riot Commission) and the National Commission on the Causes and Prevention of Violence (the National Violence Commission). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195797-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195797-2 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Correspondents and civil rights activists discussed media coverage of current Hispanic civil rights issues during a panel discussion in the annual convention of Hispanic journalists. In their remarks, the panelists spoke on Hispanics' visibility in media portrayal of civil rights issues as well as the role of Hispanic journalists in covering Hispanics' rights issues. Following their prepared remarks, the panelists responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/43624-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/43624-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT As part of the "National Media Forum on Poverty, Inequality and Race: 40 Years after the Kerner Commission," journalists and others talked about topics such as lack of media coverage of race and class; coverage of poverty, inequality, and race by reporters with no real-life experience of these; urban violence; diversity in media news rooms; and coverage of the Hurricane Katrina aftermath. After their presentations the participants questioned each other and responded to audience members' questions. The Milton Eisenhower Foundation is the private sector continuation of the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders (the Kerner Riot Commission) and the National Commission on the Causes and Prevention of Violence (the National Violence Commission). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195797-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195797-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Medved talked about homosexuality and its presence in public life in the United States. He talked about the media event of comedienne Ellen Degeneres "coming out" on her television show on ABC and criticized the anti-family and anti-marriage agenda of the entertainment industry. Mr. Medved then talked about the amount of acceptance of homosexuals in entertainment and in mainstream society. He also read passages from his book [Hollywood vs. America]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/87030-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/87030-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Reed's book, [Airing Dirty Laundry], explored the thesis that the mainstream media portrayal of African-Americans was inaccurate and racist. Mr. Williams, who was hosting the Rush Limbaugh show this week from New York, disagreed. Mr. Reed spoke via remote from San Francisco, California. Mr. Williams spoke via remote from New York City, New York. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/53372-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/53372-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Asian American Journalists Association held a forum during its national convention on the media coverage of Korean-Americans during the riots in Los Angeles in the spring of 1992. Many Korean-Americans in Los Angeles became the target of civil unrest during the riots. The journalists discussed how the Korean-American community was covered in the national and local media, and responded to questions following their prepared remarks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/31577-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/31577-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Shaheen talked about his book, [Reel Bad Arabs: How Hollywood Vilifies a People], published by Interlink Publishing Group. In the book, the author decries what he views as the negative portrayal of Arabs in American movies and television programs. He reviews over 900 movies in which Arab characters appear, and argues that, because the depictions of Arabs are overwhelmingly unfavorable, Arab-Americans are widely viewed with suspicion. During this presentation, Mr. Shaheen discussed the portrayal of Arabs in such movies as [Casablanca] and Disney's [Hidalgo]. Following prepared remarks, he responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180941-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/180941-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT As part of the "National Media Forum on Poverty, Inequality and Race: 40 Years after the Kerner Commission," journalists and media experts talked about the lack of media coverage of poverty, inequality, and race in the U.S. After their presentations the participants questioned each other and responded to audience members' questions. The Milton Eisenhower Foundation is the private sector continuation of the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders (the Kerner Riot Commission) and the National Commission on the Causes and Prevention of Violence (the National Violence Commission). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195797-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195797-3 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT This forum, featuring representatives of various gay and lesbian groups, focused on how the media covers gay and lesbian issues and how media coverage of the gay and lesbian community can improve. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/39751-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/39751-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Federal Communications Commission (FCC) members Mignon Clyburn and Robert McDowell spoke on a wide range of issues, including the national broadband plan, freeing up spectrum for smart phones and encouraging minority telecommunications ownership.They also discussed the limitations of the FCC. Both Commissioners Clyburn and McDowell talked about Congress and how big changes can be voted out of the FCC, but must ultimately pass through Congress. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303955-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303955-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Members of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) talked about current regulatory issues including diversity on the airwaves, minority ownership, and the future of women in the industry. At the end of the program the commissioners answered questions from members of the audience. The panel was moderated by Henry Rivera. This event was held in the Hilton Consulate Ballroom of the Hilton Embassy Row Hotel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204440-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204440-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. McGowan talked about his book, [Coloring the News: How Crusading for Diversity Has Corrupted American Journalism], published by Encounter Books. He said that multicultural journalism has been overtaken by political correctness, contending that the coverage of stories involving race, gay rights, feminism, affirmative action and immigration is often slanted. He argued that editors ignore topics worthy of coverage because of their liberal ideologies and their fear of offending particular groups. He talked about cases in which attempts to accommodate minorities and minority viewpoints have become double standards that favor the "oppressed" groups. After his presentation he answered questions. Mr. McGowan is currently a fellow at the Manhattan Institute for Policy Research and has reported for [Newsweek] and the BBC and has written for several national publications. Mr. McGowan is also the author of [Only Man is Vile: The Tragedy of Sri Lanka]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167939-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167939-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Guests discussed the imapact of political correctness on mass media. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/25749-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/25749-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/166284-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/166284-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Reverend Al Sharpton and Rachel Noerdlinger moderated a panel of journalists who spoke about media coverage of race, particularly during the 2008 presidential election and under the Obama administration. "Has Media Coverage Changed Now That We Have an African American President?" was a panel of the National Action Network annual national conference. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285054-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285054-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The morning session of the conference of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists featured an address by U.S. Commission on Civil Rights member Cruz Reynoso and a panel discussion on the media coverage of the Latino civil rights movement during hte twentieth century. Issues raised during the speakers' remarks included the media portrayal of Hispanic civil rights organizations and Hispanics' struggle to become more prominent in the media. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/43619-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/43619-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT American media figures spoke in a memorial service in Washington National Cathedral for newspaper publisher Robert Maynard. Mr. Maynard, also a syndicated columnist, was remembered for his purchase of the [Oakland Tribune], which he saved from bankruptcy, and for his personal attributes of community service and professionalism. Speakers included fellow journalists and Mr. Maynard's brother. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/49221-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/49221-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Oh spoke on the effect of the 1992 Los Angeles riots on the Korean-American community in a speech during the national convention of the Asian American Journalists Association. The riots, which occurred following the acquittal of four white police officers charged with beating a black suspect, deeply affected the Korean-American community in Los Angeles, which became a target for civil unrest during the riots. Ms. Oh responded to questions following her prepared remarks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/31580-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/31580-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Commissioner Copps talked about his opposition to the current effort by Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Kevin Martin to relax media ownership rules. He responded to a vido clip from October 26, 2007, of comments made by David Rehr, president and CEO of the National Association of Broadcasters, about localism and media ownership. Other issues included the transition to digital television on February 17, 2009. "The Communicators" is C-SPAN's weekly series that examines the people and events that shape telecommunications policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202027-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202027-2 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Rep. Payne, CBC officer and member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, opened the meeting. Mr. Benitez moderated the panel of witnesses who talked about both employment in the media and entertainment industries and about the portrayal of African-Americans in movies, television and other media. After their opening remarks, they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159254-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159254-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT As part of the "National Media Forum on Poverty, Inequality and Race: 40 Years after the Kerner Commission," journalists and media experts talked about the lack of media coverage of poverty, inequality, and race in the U.S. After their presentations the participants questioned each other and responded to audience members' questions. The Milton Eisenhower Foundation is the private sector continuation of the National Advisory Commission on Civil Disorders (the Kerner Riot Commission) and the National Commission on the Causes and Prevention of Violence (the National Violence Commission). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195797-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195797-4 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Journalists talked about minorities in the media, accurate reporting, presenting diverse news stories, and maintaining a diverse staff. They also talked about a recent case in which an African-American [New York Times] reporter, Jayson Blair, was found to have fabricated several stories. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177217-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177217-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Journalists talked about diversity in the newsroom. Among the topics they addressed were journalism ethics, a recent incident involving plagiarism and fraudulent stories by Jayson Blair at the [New York Times], and promoting minorities to leadership positions. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177744-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/177744-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Congressional Black Caucus held a communications workshop on the issues facing minorities in the media. Representatives of cable, broadcast, and motion picture industries participated. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/88341-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/88341-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Panelists explore how communities of color and culture have become a powerful force in pushing mainstream media for more representation and positive portrayals. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/157466-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/157466-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT In the second annual program on newsroom diversity, the panelists talked about whether progress has been made. They answered questions from the audience of students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164340-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164340-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Johnson spoke about the role of the African-American media, advertising to consumers, and preserving the integrity of the African-American press. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164032-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164032-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The full title of the panel discussion is "Careers in Broadcasting and Cable: What Challenges Do Minorities Encounter?". http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/6278-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/6278-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Following a brief videotape and with Mr. Ignatius serving as moderator, the panelists discussed the evolution of hostile international attitudes toward the United States. Topics included the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territory, the Iraq War and U.S. occupation of Iraq, the Arab media, religious fundamentalism, and changes after the September 11 attacks. After their presentations the panelists answered audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186325-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186325-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Several Hispanic members of Congress, members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, responded to reporters' questions in a forum during the annual convention of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists. Issues raised in the discussion included the public and media's perception of the Hispanic community in America, immigration policies, and the current status of the civil rights movement for Hispanics. Several questions and answers were conducted in Spanish without translation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/43739-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/43739-1 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT