The most popular programs for the Political Coverage Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=424 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, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Sun, 19 May 2013 04:00:20 GMT Blogger Andrew Breitbart talked about his book [Righteous Indignation: Excuse Me While I Save the World!] (Grand Central Publishing, 2011). He discussed his transformation from default liberal to a self-described conservative cultural warrior in perpetual battle with members of the mainstream media. He discussed the liberal bias he says pervades U.S. news outlets with talk radio and television host Armstrong Williams. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299165-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299165-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Evan and Michael Gregory, two of the four people who make up the group "The Gregory Brothers," talked about their political parodies. They create music videos using politicians, newscasters, and other people in the news. Then, using a pitch correction technique commonly called Auto-Tune, they write original music to make it appear as if their subjects are singing. They also edit themselves into the music videos. When not making "Auto-Tune the News," "The Gregory Brothers" are a professional band singing folk, soul, and pop music. The program features a number of their videos which are all available on youtube.com. At the end of the program, they were joined by the two other members of the group, Andrew Gregory, and Sarah Gregory, who is married to Evan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292663-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/292663-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT At the White House Correspondents' Association's annual black tie dinner, President Clinton presented the WHCA awards, then joked about his "stealth campaign." Comedian Al Franken joked gently about President and Mrs. Clinton. He was hardest on House Speaker Newt Gingrich, who took exception afterward to remarks about his family. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/71604-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/71604-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 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, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Judy Woodruff and Gwen Ifill discussed PBS's plans for covering the 2012 presidential campaign. Both women also talked about their memories of covering past presidential campaigns. Following their remarks they answered written questions from audience members. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307217-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307217-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Saturday Book and Author Luncheon featured some of the nation's top media commentators on one panel discussing their upcoming works. The discussion became heated at times. Ms. Schroeder moderated the panel featuring media commentators giving presentations on their latest books. The luncheon panel included: Ms. Ivins, author of [Bushwacked: Life in George W. Bush's America], from Random House; Mr. O'Reilly, author of [Who's Looking Out For You?], from Doubleday Broadway; and Mr. Franken, author of [Lies, and The Lying Liars Who Tell Them: A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right], from Dutton Books. Mr. O'Reilly became angry after Mr. Franken went over his time limit while explaining why Mr. O'Reilly's picture was on the proposed cover of Mr. Franken's forthcoming book. The controversy was over an occasion when Mr. O'Reilly had said that his television show had won Peabody awards when in fact it had won Polk awards. Mr. Franken said that Mr. O'Reilly has not sufficiently acknowledged the mistake. After discussions among themselves the panelists answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176827-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176827-4 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Author P.J. O'Rourke was interviewed about his life, his career, and his writing. He responded to viewer telephone calls and electronic mail. A video clip was shown of Christopher Hitchens commenting on Mr. O'Rourke in a 1993 Booknotes program. Video clips were shown of Mr. O'Rourke in his Washington, D.C. apartment. In one clip he talked about his writing habits and in the other he gave a tour of his art and artifact collection. Mr. O'Rourke is now a correspondent for [Atlantic] magazine and a fellow at the Cato Institute. Formerly the editor of [National Lampoon], he has written for such publications as [American Spectator, Playboy, Esquire, Vanity Fair, House and Garden, The New Republic, The New York Times Book Review, Parade, Smart, Harper's], and [Rolling Stone]. He is the author of over a dozen books, including [Republican Party Reptile, Holidays in Hell, Parliament of Whores, The Enemies List, Eat the Rich, All the Trouble in the World] and [Give War a Chance]. His forthcoming book, to be published in January 2007, is [On the Wealth of Nations]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195600-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195600-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT A book launch party was held at the home of the Lebanese ambassador for Helen Thomas and Craig Crawford, co-authors of [Listen Up, Mr. President: Everything You Always Wanted Your President to Know and Do] (Scribner; October 6, 2009). The most veteran of White House reporters and a long-time [Congressional Quarterly] columnist wrote about what they think it takes to be a good president. After welcoming remarks from the ambassador, Andrea Mitchell introduced the co-authors. They were also seen talking to guests as they signed books. Helen Thomas has covered nine administrations. A former bureau chief at United Press International, and currently a columnist for Hearst Newspapers, she is the author of [Dateline: White House] and [Front Row at the White House]. Craig Crawford is a columnist for [Congressional Quarterly] and a commentator for MSNBC and other news outlets. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289835-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289835-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Dana Milbank, syndicated columnist with the Washington Post, presents his criticisms of Fox News host, Glenn Beck. Mr. Milbank argues that Mr. Beck is not an ideologue but rather a showman whose political arguments are akin to entertainment. The author examines Glenn Beck's political theories, his viewership, and his effect on today's political debates. Dana Milbank discussed his book at the Newseum's Knight TV Studio in Washington, D.C. He was interviewed by John Maynard for the Newseum's "Inside Media" lecture series. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296480-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296480-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Julianna Goldman talked about reporting on President Obama from the beginning of his candidacy in 2007 until the present, including her preparation for presidential news conferences and her experiences traveling with the White House press corps. She said her approach is to simply obtain information and not ask "gotcha" questions, and that her job gives viewers and readers a unique view into the presidency that others don't have. She recounted her decision to pursue journalism, citing Diane Sawyer, Charlie Rose, and Al Hunt as influences. Ms. Goldman was born in Maryland and graduated magna cum laude with a degree in political science from Barnard College in New York City. She joined Bloomberg in 2003 and served in a variety of roles, including associate producer for Bloomberg Television's Washington-based programming. She was assigned to cover candidate Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) in 2007 and became Bloomberg's White House correspondent in 2009. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307473-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307473-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Alison Dagnes questions whether the American media system, driven largely by financial goals and a need to entertain consumers, is good for our democracy. She spoke at Barnes and Noble Booksellers in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296070-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296070-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Professor Cornel West talked about American society, race, politics and class. He discussed Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton's primary race. He was interviewed by Frank Rich and responded to audience members' questions. This event of the New York Times Arts and Leisure Week (formerly Weekend) was held at The Times Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203593-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/203593-2 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Kimberley Strassel was interviewed about her journalism career and her new [Wall Street Journal] column, "Potomac Watch," which launched in January 2007. The host read portions of one of her columns. She said the purpose of the column is to explain the politics and policies of Washington for readers around the U.S. Topics included her family and background, her view of Washington DC, the history of the column, avoiding 'conventional wisdom,' federal spending and 'earmarks,' the war in Iraq, and congressional scandals. Ms. Strassel also is a member of the [Wall Street Journal] editorial board. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196550-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196550-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT David Brock and Ari Rabin-Havt examined the career of Roger Ailes, president of Fox News. The authors contend that Mr. Ailes, a former media consultant for Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, and George W. Bush, brought a conservative political agenda to Fox News when he was hired in 1996. The authors argue that Mr. Ailes turned the network into an extension of the Republican Party. They responded to questions from members of the audience at Politics & Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304611-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304611-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Maria Armoudian, author of [Kill the Messenger], talked about the positive and negative role that the media plays in global events. Examples she gave of how crises were fomented by the media included genocidal situations. She responded to questions from members of the audience. This event was held by the Armenian National Committee America- Burbank and Sardarabad Bookstore at the Armenian Cultural Foundation Burbank Youth Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307385-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307385-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Sabato discussed his book Feeding Frenzy: How Attack Journalism Has Transformed American Politics. In his book, Mr. Sabato discusses what he sees as the major changes that have occured in modern journalism in recent years. He believes that along with a decline in journalistic ethics, there is an increasing tendency among the media to overscrutenize the private lives of public figures, thus obscuring the genuine political issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/22477-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/22477-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Reynolds talked about his web log at InstaPundit.com. He talked about why he developed it and what difference blogs have made in politics. Topics included opinions on the Iraq war, Internet magazines, portable laptop computers, information sources, and numbers of blog readers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191203-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/191203-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Juan Williams greeted guests and signed copies of his book [Muzzled: The Assault on Honest Debate] at a book launch party. Several of his colleagues at Fox made formal remarks to which Mr. Williams responded. The party was held at the the L2 Lounge in Washington, D.C., by Fox News anchor Bret Baier and his wife, Amy Baier, with co-hosts Ed Rogers, Shannon and Sheldon Bream, and Hugo Gurdon. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301015-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301015-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Michael Jason Overstreet talked about his book [71 Days: The Media Assault on Obama] (BookSurge Publishing; February 23, 2009). He chronicled the media coverage of presidential candidate Barack Obama from the Democratic convention until the election. He emphasized what he termed sloppy journalism that was misleading. He also talked about what led him to write the book and about the process of self-publishing the book. He was interviewed at the [Los Angeles Times] Festival of Books on the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288720-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/288720-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Professor Chomsky talked about how academics and journalists helped shape foreign policy and build a new world order in the late 20th century. He was critical of the U.S. and Great Britain's use of state capitalism to build and maintain power. After his comments he answered questions from the audience. This program has a few audio dropouts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116018-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116018-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT A panel discussion was held on President Kennedy's relationship with the press. The event was held in the State Department auditorium where President Kennedy held the first regularly scheduled televised press conferences. Video clips were shown. The panelists also responded to questions from members of the audience. Former Clinton administration press secretary Mike McCurry moderated. The program opened with a historical overview of White House and press relations from Professor Kumar. This National Heritage Lecture marked the 50th anniversary of the inauguration of President John F. Kennedy and of the establishment of the White House Historical Association. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299957-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299957-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Matthew Continetti talked about the media reaction to Sarah Palin and his book, [The Persecution of Sarah Palin: How the Elite Media Tried to Bring Down a Rising Star] (Sentinel; November 12, 2009). In his book he contends that Sarah Palin was excessively attacked by the media. He argues that her personal life was unfairly targeted and that her words were 'spun' to distort her message. Video clips of 2008 presidential campaign events were shown in the background. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290031-9 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290031-9 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Journalists talked about the intersection of politics and comedy and the art of writing political satire. Mr. Hitchens moderated the panel which was a part of the [Los Angeles Times] Festival of Books. Following their discussion, the panelists answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/104464-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/104464-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Salinger talked about his recently published book, [P.S.: A Memoir], published by St. Martin's Press. It chronicles his long career in politics and the media. He talked about some of his experiences, including both Kennedy assassinations. He served as Press Secretary for both President Kennedy and President Johnson. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67372-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67372-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Safer moderated a discussion of political humor by press secretaries, political consultants and comedians. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/70918-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/70918-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Pennebaker and Ms. Hegedus discussed the process by which they made the movie, "The War Room". This movie is a documentary which gives a behind-the- scenes look at the Clinton campaign headquarters during the 1992 presidential election. The two "stars" of the movie, James Carville and George Stephanopoulos discussed what viewers can expect. It opened in Washington, D.C. on November 12, 1993. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/52309-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/52309-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT On the 150th anniversary of the election of the 16th president, historian Harold Holzer spoke about President-Elect Abraham Lincoln's strategic silence during what was known as "The Secession Winter." From Election Day until Inauguration Day in March 1861, he declined to speak publicly. Lincoln called his silence "masterful inactivity." Mr. Holzer is the author of [Lincoln President-Elect: Abraham Lincoln and the Great Secession Winter 1860-1861] (Simon & Schuster, 2008). He also talked about the [New York Times] coverage of the Civil War prior to and during the war. He is the co-editor of [The New York Times: The Complete Civil War 1861-1865] (Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers, 2010). He also responded to questions from members of the audience. "[The New York Times] and the Silent President-Elect" was the Tuesday evening opening keynote address of the 15th annual Lincoln Forum, "The Coming of the Civil War: Enter Lincoln, Exit the South," held at the Wyndham Hotel in Gettysburg. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296702-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296702-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Juan Williams talked about his book [Muzzled: The Assault on Honest Debate] with Glenn Frankel. He was interviewed by Glenn Frnkel and responded to questions from members of the audience. This was a presentation of the Texas Book Festival held in the C-SPAN/Book TV Tent. The program begins in progress, and has technical difficulties about 33 minutes into the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302139-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302139-2 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Robert Novak talked about his memoir, [The Prince of Darkness: 50 Years Reporting In Washington], published by Crown Forum. Topics included his experiences with fellow columnist Rowland Evans, whether to name his sources over the years, the Valerie Plame case, Israel, neoconservatives, and his writing and television work. In 1963 Robert Novak teamed up with Rowland Evans, Jr. to write the political column "Inside Report." Since 1966, the [Chicago Sun-Times] has been the home newspaper to the column. In 1993 Evans retired from the column and later died in 2001. Mr. Novak continues to write the column which is carried by over 300 newspapers, websites and other publications through Creators Syndicate. He also publishes a newsletter and is a television commentator. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199450-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199450-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT In a preview of the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, video clips of previous dinner speeches were shown, including President Reagan in 1988, President George H.W. Bush in 1989, and President Clinton in 1993. Ms. Dillon, long-time president of the White House Correspondents Association, talked about the history of the annual dinner and about the preparations for it. Mr. Edwards, Mr. Marr and Mr. Pulles talked about the behind-the-scenes preparations for the dinner while video clips of the kitchen were shown. Ms. Whiston talked about the logistics of the dinner. Scenes of guests arriving were shown. Scenes were shown of the [National Journal's] reception, one of several around Washington in honor of the dinner. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163957-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163957-2 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Professor Allida Black talked about the operations of the Eleanor Roosevelt Papers Project at George Washington University and displayed some of the holdings. She also talked about how the longest serving first lady participated in politics, focusing on her use of newspaper columns, radio, speaking tours, books, and television to communicate her ideas. Many still and motion pictures were shown as well as video and audio clips. Audio clips heard included segment of her radio program, including her regularly scheduled radio program from December 7, 1941. Video clips shown included Mrs. Roosevelt interviewing President Kennedy in 1961 for her "Prospects of Mankind" educational television program; a 1940 video appeal for the Red Cross; Universal newsreels from 1933 and during the war; President Roosevelt's funeral; addressing the United Nations in 1952; a 1948 television speech for Human Rights Day; and being interviewed on the "Longines Chronoscope" television program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296295-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296295-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Author James Reston takes a look at the life of Texas businessman and politician John Connally in [The Lone Star: The Life of John Connally]. As part of the interview he discusses his controversial theory of the Kennedy assassination being motivated by a grudge against John Connally by Lee Harvey Oswald. Mr. Connally was a passenger in President Kennedy's convertible and was wounded when the president was assassinated. Also discussed are the later events in Connally's life from the milk price support allegations in the 1970's through his bankruptcy in 1987. "At the center of three presidencies, he came as close to becoming a president himself as he did to being a lesser martyr when Kennedy was assassinated. His life has drama of epic proportions." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/10319-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/10319-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT In a symposium on media coverage of politics, Mr. Lepine talked about political coverage in the Middle East and other countries. Professor Swanson discussed the coverage of the U.S. 1992 presidential campaign, while Mr. Hitchens talked about the coverage of politics in Washington, DC. Other panelists discussed various aspects of international journalistic coverage of politics. After their prepared remarks, the panelists took questions from the audience. Translation from French to English was by voiceover. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/49943-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/49943-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Steven Casey talked about his book [Selling the Korean War: Propaganda, Politics, and Public Opinion in the United States, 1950-1953] (Oxford University Press, 2008). In his book about how the Truman and Eisenhower administrations shaped public discourse about the Korean War, influenced media, and gained political and public support, he explains the challenges both presidents faced in selling a "limited war" to a population unlikely to accept less than total victory as well as their respective strategies for dealing with the broader Cold War. Mr. Casey was presented with the 2010 Harry S. Truman Book Award, which is awarded every two years by the Harry S. Truman Library Institute for National and International Affairs to the author whose book best addresses the life or public career of Harry S. Truman. This event was co-sponsored by the Kansas City Public Library, where it was held at the Plaza Branch. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294506-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294506-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT At a dinner to raise funds for Spina Bifida, politicians and media personalities roasted Mr. Imus. During the evening a raffle was held and a compilation video of Mr. Imus' comments on several politicians was shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153141-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153141-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Columnist and author Robert Novak was interviewed in his home on Pennsylvania Avenue across the street from the National Archives. He talked about his newly published memoir, [The Prince of Darkness: 50 Years Reporting in Washington], his life and background, his writing habits, and books that have been influential in his life. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199400-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/199400-1 Thu, 21 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 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Fitzwater discussed his recent book, [Call the Briefing! Bush and Reagan, Sam and Helen: A Decade with Presidents and the Press], published by Times Books. He reminisced about his years in the White House press office in his service as press secretary to both Presidents Reagan and Bush from 1983 to 1993 and his relationships with members of the press. Mr. Fitzwater discussed why television cameras bothered him during the daily news briefing and his involvement in the 1992 presidential campaign. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67754-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67754-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Rosenstiel discussed his book [Strange Bedfellows: How Television and the Presidential Candidates Changed American Politics, 1992]. The book deals with the impact of television coverage of the 1992 presidential election on the outcome of that election. The author concentrated on ABC news coverage, receiving permission to interview ABC employees and attend editorial meetings. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/48269-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/48269-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Michael Dimock talked about a recent Pew Research Center study that found Americans' opinions of what binds and divides the country's citizenry is changing. The overall change in the 25 years that Pew has been conducting this study demonstrated substantial changes in rates of partisan divide. Mr. Dimock talked about the reasons for these changes. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306516-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306516-4 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT A panel discussion on President Richard Nixon focused on politics. Topics included the president's weak partnership with Vice President Spiro Agnew, his relationship with the press, and the dynamics of the 1960 presidential election. Scott Spitzer moderated. After all the panelists made their presentations, they responded to questions from members of the audience. "Politics" was a panel of the symposium, "Understanding Richard Nixon and His Era." The first scholarly conference held by the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, it was co-sponsored by the University of Virginia's Miller Center of Public Affairs. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303693-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303693-2 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Prior to the live telecast of the annual White House Correspondents Dinner, various parts of past speeches, interviews with journalists, guest arrivals, and preparations for the dinner were shown. Video clips of presidential speeches at previous WHCA dinners included George W. Bush (4/28/01), Ronald Reagan (4/21/88), George H. W. Bush (4/49/89), and Bill Clinton (4/29/00). http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169842-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169842-2 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Ivins, political columnist for the [Dallas Times Herald] and former journalist with [The New York Times], the [Minneapolis Tribune] and the [Texas Observer], talked about politics in Texas and her career in journalism. She related some of the popular myths about Texas, and described some of the factors influencing politics in Texas, including oil and the "personality" of politicians in the state. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/18715-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/18715-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Charles Bierbauer and Linda Feldmann talked about Newt Gingrich's victory in the South Carolina primary. Topics included the media and its role in the primary contests the political demographics of Floridian voters, Mitt Romney's wealth and tax records, and Newt Gingrich's multiple marriages. Guests responded to telephones calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303828-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303828-3 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Ailes, who directed George Bush's presidential campaign, acted as moderator of the panel. The panel discussed whether the media had fairly handled stories including: Gary Hart's relationship with Donna Rice, Jesse Jackson's alleged womanizing, Geraldine Ferraro's finances, and the Dukakis campaign's exposing of Joe Biden's plagiarism. The panel also discussed ethics on the side of political consultants, especially negative advertising. Conservative columnist John Lofton acted as a combative foil throughout the discussion. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/491-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/491-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The National Newspaper Publishers Associations presented several awards at its annual dinner, including the Newsmaker of the Year Award to Minister Farrakhan. Minister Farrakhan spoke about how the U.S. government has treated African-American leaders who have attempted to reach out to other nations in the 20th century. He responded that he would continue in his efforts to make such connections. He also criticized the U.S. government and the media for misrepresenting the nature of his recent trip abroad. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/70551-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/70551-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Former Representative John Anderson (R-IL), an Independent presidential candidate in the 1980 election, talked about presidential politics. Video clips were shown, including political commercials and media coverage of the campaigns. College students in remote classrooms participated in the questioning. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309163-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309163-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Ivins and Mr. Franken were interviewed and responded to telephone calls from viewers. The main topic of discussion was their disagreement with Fox News Channel host Bill O'Reilly on a panel earlier in the day. Ms. Ivins is the author of [Bushwacked: Life in George W. Bush's America], from Random House. Mr. Franken is the author of [Lies, and The Lying Liars Who Tell Them: A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right], from Dutton Books. The proposed cover for Mr. Franken's book includes a picture of Mr. O'Reilly. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176827-11 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176827-11 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Bob Schieffer talked about the role of the media in covering political issues, the possibility of an objective media, the presidency, and memorable moments of his career in covering political issues. He answered questions from students in the audience. Students from around the nation participated in the Close Up Foundation's week-long government studies program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286835-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286835-1 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Members of the Arab media remarked on how they view the U.S. while reporting for Middle Eastern networks. They also talked about the changing news environment, including the influence of social media. Then John Duke Anthony delivered a closing summary of the conference. The 21st Annual Arab-U.S. Policymakers Conference was held by the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations in the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309080-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309080-7 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT