http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/405 Evan Thomas's recent appearances from the C-SPAN networks 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, 19 May 2013 12:34:55 GMT C-SPAN Person Recent Appearances http://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/showPicture.php?personid=405&width=130 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/405 136 728 Head shot of {$person->name} Evan Thomas talked about his book, [Ike's Bluff: President Eisenhower's Secret Battle to Save the World], in which he examines President Dwight Eisenhower's White House years. He responded to questions from the audience in the Trinity United Methodist Church at the 2013 Savannah Book Festival. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310934-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310934-5 Sat, 16 Feb 2013 19:45:37 GMT Professor Evan Thomas talked about his book, [Ike's Bluff: President Eisenhower's Secret Battle to Save the World], in which he recounts the tenure of America's 34th President Dwight Eisenhower (1953-1961). Mr. Thomas was introduced by Susan Eisenhower, granddaughter of Dwight Eisenhower, at the Eisenhower Institute in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308868-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308868-1 Sun, 23 Dec 2012 16:01:10 GMT Evan Thomas talked about [Ike's Bluff: President Eisenhower's Secret Battle to Save the World], his narrative of the president's 1953-1961 term in office. In the book he suggested that President Eisenhower used the threat of nuclear war to prevent open conflict with the Soviet Union while never fully revealing just how far he was willing to go in deploying the weapons. He also detailed the personal aspects of Eisenhower and his presidency, including his relationship with his wife Mamie, his temper and health problems, and the 800 rounds of golf he played during his presidency. Topics included his relations with his contemporaries, including Central Intelligence Agency Director Allen Dulles, General Curtis LeMay, who pushed for a preemptive nuclear strike against the Soviets, and members of the press such as leading critic Joseph Alsop. Video clips were shown of Eisenhower home movies and his farewell address. Mr. Thomas also reacted to clips of previous appearances on C-SPAN. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308307-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Q&A http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308307-1 Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:12 GMT Shortly after midnight on June 5, 1968, U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy was shot at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. He died the next day. Sirhan Sirhan was arrested and convicted of the murder. To mark the 44th Anniversary of the assassination, the National Law Enforcement Museum hosted a panel discussion on Sirhan and the impact of the assassination on the nation. Participating are former Los Angeles police officer Arturo Placencia, who arrested Sirhan, Evan Thomas, author of [Robert Kennedy: His Life], and Steven Hughes, a Special Agent in the Dignitary Protection Division of the U.S. Secret Service. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306409-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306409-1 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 22:45:02 GMT Mike Allen and Evan Thomas talked about their new book on the race for the 2012 Republican presidential nominee, [Inside the Circus: Romney, Santorum and the GOP Race]. They also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Mike Allen participated from New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305337-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305337-4 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 11:49:51 GMT Authors talked about their books about war and responded to questions from members of the audeince. Charles Flanagan moderated. "Why Is War the Answer?" was a panel of the ninth annual Annapolis Book Festival, hosted by The Key School Parents' Association and held on The Key School campus http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298858-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298858-3 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 14:00:06 GMT Evan Thomas talked about his book [The War Lovers: Roosevelt, Lodge, Hearst, and the Rush to Empire, 1898] (Little, Brown and Company, 2010). He responded to questions from members of the audience. This was a program in the History and Biography Pavilion of the 10th annual National Book Festival, held on the National Mall. Mr. Thomas was then interviewed about his book and responded to telephone calls. Included in program ID 295631-1 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295631-15 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295631-15 Sat, 25 Sep 2010 17:32:57 GMT Evan Thomas, assistant managing editor of Newsweek, recounts the lead-up to the Spanish-American War and profiles six men who he asserts were responsible for America's involvement, Teddy Roosevelt, Henry Cabot Lodge, President William McKinley, William Randolph Hearst, Thomas Reed, and William James. The author examined the explosion of the USS Maine in Havana Harbor on February 15, 1898, and argued that there was no evidence implicating the Spanish for the attack. He contends that the incident was trumped up to spur support for war. Evan Thomas discussed his book at Politics & Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293481-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293481-1 Mon, 31 May 2010 14:03:29 GMT David Abshire talked about lessons to be learned from the leadership and strategy of Admiral Arleigh Burke. Following Mr. Abshire's presentation, Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen, former Virginia Senator John Warner, and other military leaders talked about Admiral Burke. Following their remarks, panelists and Mr. Abshire responded to audience members questions. Arleigh Albert Burke (October 19, 1901 - January 1, 1996) was an admiral of the United States Navy who distinguished himself during World War II and the Korean War, and who served as Chief of Naval Operations during the Eisenhower administration. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291729-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291729-1 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:09:11 GMT Authors talked about their books about American politics. They held a panel discussion moderated by Iris Krasnow and responded to questions from members of the audience. Topics included the presidential campaigns, combating terrorism, the use of torture by the Central Intelligence Agency, and the struggles of investigative journalists with national security and classified information. Evan Thomas is the author of [A Long Time Coming: The Inspiring Combative Campaign of 2008 and the Historic Election of Barack Obama] (PublicAffairs; January 6, 2009) Michael Isikoff is the co-author of [Hubris: The Inside Story of Spin, Scandal, and the Selling of the Iraq War], published by Crown. Garrett Graff is the author of [The First Campaign: Globalization, the Web, and the Race for the White House], published in December 2007 by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. "The Future of Politics" was a 2:30 p.m. program of the seventh Annapolis Book Festival, hosted by The Key School Parents' Association on The Key School campus. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285336-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285336-5 Sat, 18 Apr 2009 18:31:16 GMT Mr. Thomas talked about [Newsweek]'s special commemorative inaugural edition and the beginning of the Obama administration. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283622-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283622-6 Sat, 24 Jan 2009 14:07:08 GMT Evan Thomas and Eleanor Clift spoke about [A Long Time Coming: The Inspiring, Combative 2008 Campaign and the Historic Election of Barack Obama] (PublicAffairs; January 6, 2009). The book is the [Newsweek] political team's account of campaign 2008 and the election of Barack Obama. This event took place the day after the Inauguration of President Barack Obama. Mr. Thomas and Ms. Clift responded to questions from the audience following their remarks. Evan Thomas is Editor-at-Large of [Newsweek] Magazine and a longtime panelist on syndicated talk show "Inside Washington." He is also author of [Sea of Thunder], and the grandson of six-time Socialist Party presidential candidate Norman Thomas. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283582-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/283582-1 Sat, 21 Mar 2009 12:00:57 GMT A panel discussion was held on the 2008 presidential election, and [Newsweek] magazine's special election project and special issues. Alexis Gelber, editor of the 2008 Election Project Special Issue, moderated. Daren Briscoe traveled with the Obama campaign for nearly two years, Katie Connolly was the correspondent reporting on the McCain campaign for the project, and Nick Summers was the correspondent reporting on the Hillary Clinton campaign for the project. They shared their experiences from the campaign trail and the inside information they gained. They also responded to questions submitted by members of the audience. This luncheon forum on the 2008 [Newsweek] Special Election Project was held at the National Press Club. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282270-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282270-1 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 17:46:38 GMT The panelists discussed the topic, "What It Will Take to Win in 2008," moderated by Evan Thomas. Topics included conservative and liberal politics, rating the 2008 candidates, campaign strategies, and probable campaign issues. After their presentations they responded to audience members' questions. Joe Klein is the author of [Politics Lost: How American Democracy Was Trivialized by People Who Think You're Stupid], published by Doubleday. Thomas Schaller is the author of [Whistling Past Dixie: How Democrats Can Win Without the South], published by Simon and Schuster. Byron York is the author of [The Vast Left Wing Conspiracy: The Untold Story of How Democratic Operatives, Eccentric Billionaires, Liberal Activists, and Assorted Celebrities Tried to Bring Down a President: And Why They'll Try Even Harder Next Time], published by Crown Forum. Evan Thomas is the author of [Sea of Thunder.] http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197965-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/197965-3 Sat, 05 May 2007 15:59:48 GMT Evan Thomas talked about his book [Sea of Thunder: Four Commanders and the Last Great Naval Campaign, 1941-1945], published by Simon and Schuster. He described the Pacific naval campaign of World War II, focusing on American naval officers Admiral William Halsey and Commander Ernest Evans and Japanese officers Admiral Takeo Kurita and Admiral Matome Ugaki. Those four commanders confronted one another for four days in October 1944 in the pivotal naval engagement in and around the Philippine Islands known as the Battle of Leyte Gulf. This battle was the death knell for the Imperial Japanese Navy and marked the end of an ancient mode of ship-to-ship fighting rendered obsolete by modern weaponry and communications. Mr. Thomas responded to audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195902-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/195902-1 Sun, 07 Jan 2007 15:00:14 GMT Mr. Thomas talks about [Newsweek]'s cover story on terrorism and the foiled London terrorist plot. Topics included lessons learned by the Bush administration and terrorist organizations since September 11, 2001. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193845-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/193845-5 Tue, 15 Aug 2006 12:36:47 GMT Evan Thomas talked about his [Newsweek] cover story, "Bush's World: The Isolated President, Can He Change?" He also discussed other news topics, including news sources and the background of the Bush Administration. Mr. Thomas responded to questions and comments from viewers. A brief video clip was shown of President Bush being interviewed on NBC on December 12, 2005. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190286-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/190286-2 Tue, 13 Dec 2005 12:50:02 GMT Mr. Thomas talked about his book [Election 2004: How Bush Won and What You Can Expect in the Future], published by PublicAffairs. Along with several members of his [Newsweek] staff, including contributing editor Eleanor Clift, he covered the 2004 presidential campaign from the perspectives of both candidates. The journalists gained behind-the-scenes access to the Democratic and Republican camps more than a year before the election and have published their experiences in the book. The final section of the book was written after the November 2nd election. Following their remarks they answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/185239-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/185239-1 Sun, 23 Jan 2005 15:59:54 GMT Reporters and editors of [Newsweek] magazine discussed their annual post-election special issue scheduled for release the next morning. They offered their first in-depth interview with the "behind the scenes" stories from the campaign trail and responded to telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail from viewers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184317-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) C-SPAN Specials http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184317-1 Fri, 05 Nov 2004 01:00:00 GMT Mr. Thomas was interviewed about his book, [John Paul Jones: Sailor, Hero, Father of the American Navy], published by Simon and Schuster. He discussed the life and exploits of John Paul Jones, as well as his reasons for writing the book. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179462-27 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179462-27 Sun, 25 Jan 2004 23:49:54 GMT Mr. Thomas discussed his biography, [John Paul Jones: Sailor, Hero, Father of the American Navy], published by Simon and Schuster. Revolutionary War hero Jones was born in Scotland in 1747 and came to America to serve in its newly formed Navy. His seafaring abilities and driving ambition helped him rise quickly through the ranks and served him well during his battles at sea in the midst of the Revolutionary War. Hence, John Paul Jones is considered to be the father of the American Navy. After his presentation Mr. Thomas answered audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176683-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/176683-1 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 17:01:15 GMT Journalists, attorneys, and officials talked about media coverage of military operations. Among the topics they addressed were relations between journalists and the military, access to sensitive material and operational information, national security interests and freedom of speech, and past experiences with war reporting. They also talked about agreements between media organizations and the military in any potential military action in Iraq. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174648-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174648-2 Sat, 18 Jan 2003 09:54:14 GMT Mr. Thomas talked about news of the day, including those stories reported in the current issue of [Newsweek.] He also responded to audience telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173202-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173202-2 Mon, 14 Oct 2002 14:04:26 GMT Mr. Thomas discussed the life of Robert F. Kennedy. He responded to audience telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. This was the first in a Saturday series this month on people who had a major impact on civil rights and law enforcement issues. In the coming weeks, guests will talk about J. Edgar Hoover and Martin Luther King, Jr. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171180-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171180-4 Sat, 13 Jul 2002 13:01:16 GMT Mr. Thomas spoke about news of the day and responded to viewer comments and questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163988-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163988-2 Mon, 30 Apr 2001 12:03:46 GMT Mr. Thomas talked about his book [Robert Kennedy: His Life], published by Simon and Schuster. He detailed the life and political career of Robert F. Kennedy, particularly his role in racial integration and in serving on his brother President Kennedy's cabinet. He said he used more than 100 interviews with Kennedy friends and associates in the book. After his presentation he answered audience members' questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159622-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159622-1 Sun, 15 Oct 2000 00:00:36 GMT Mr. Thomas talked about the history of the 1968 presidential campaign. Topics included the Vietnam War, the assassinations of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Robert Kennedy, the riots during the Democratic convention in Chicago, the Richard Nixon nomination and final victory. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158958-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/158958-5 Fri, 25 Aug 2000 13:05:00 GMT Mr. Thomas talked about the headlines in the newspapers for the past week particularly those concerning Campaign 2000. He also responded to viewer calls, faxes, and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155971-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155971-1 Sun, 12 Mar 2000 13:00:21 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/112003-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/112003-1 Tue, 22 Sep 1998 03:30:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/109197-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/109197-1 Wed, 29 Jul 1998 03:30:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/107253-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/107253-1 Sun, 21 Jun 1998 14:30:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/107396-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/107396-1 Mon, 15 Jun 1998 06:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/106900-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/106900-1 Sun, 14 Jun 1998 15:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/106218-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/106218-1 Tue, 02 Jun 1998 03:30:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/105503-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/105503-1 Tue, 12 May 1998 12:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/105130-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/105130-1 Mon, 04 May 1998 12:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/105050-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/105050-1 Tue, 28 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/104417-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/104417-1 Mon, 20 Apr 1998 12:30:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/104005-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/104005-1 Tue, 14 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT Ms. Dickenson and Mr. Thomas talked about media coverage of President Clinton and whether the media is biased against him. They also took audience calls, faxes and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/103101-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/103101-1 Fri, 10 Apr 1998 16:28:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/103387-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/103387-1 Mon, 06 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/101561-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/101561-1 Mon, 02 Mar 1998 13:00:00 GMT In a symposium titled, "The Clinton Crisis: Reporting the News or Repeating the Rumors?," journalists and scholars talked about the news media coverage during the investigation of President Clinton and the allegations that he had an affair with a White House intern in 1995. They talked about the proper role of journalists during such a story and whether or not the media are fulfilling that role. Following their discussion, the panelists answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/100753-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/100753-1 Thu, 19 Feb 1998 09:33:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/100450-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/100450-1 Mon, 09 Feb 1998 13:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/100078-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/100078-1 Mon, 02 Feb 1998 13:30:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/99561-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/99561-1 Thu, 29 Jan 1998 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/99374-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/99374-1 Tue, 27 Jan 1998 04:30:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/99558-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/99558-1 Mon, 26 Jan 1998 00:00:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/99638-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/99638-1 Mon, 26 Jan 1998 13:30:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/99004-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Television Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/99004-1 Fri, 23 Jan 1998 04:30:00 GMT