http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/4908 Raymond Smock'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) Tue, 21 May 2013 14:39:42 GMT C-SPAN Person Recent Appearances http://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/showPicture.php?personid=4908&width=130 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/4908 136 488 Head shot of {$person->name} Actor Richard Dreyfuss talked about the debates and the importance of compromise in the crafting of the U.S. Constitution at the Philadelphia Convention of 1787. He emphasized the importance of the Constitution for American democracy today. Richard Dreyfuss and The Dreyfuss Initiative promote civics in American schools. He also responded to questions from members of the audience and was seen talking with audience members after the program. "The Constitutional Convention and the Miracle of Democracy" is the title of the Constitution Day lecture at the Robert C. Byrd Center for Legislative Studies on the campus of Shepherd University. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301543-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301543-1 Sat, 17 Sep 2011 22:12:18 GMT Ray Smock, Former historian of the U.S. House of Representatives, led a discussion with former members of congress about making their personal congressional papers publicly available. Two years previously, the Association of Centers for the Study of Congress started encouraging members to save all papers on issues they helped to introduce while members of the House. The panelists responded to questions from members of the audience. This was part of the annual conference of the Association of Centers for the Study of Congress, held at the National Archives. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299610-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299610-1 Sat, 27 Aug 2011 17:15:06 GMT Raymond Smock gave a historical perspective on violence against members of Congress and existing security measures in the Capitol. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297395-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297395-7 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 12:40:18 GMT Ray Smock talked about Senator Robert Byrd (D-WV), who on November 18, 2009, would become the member with the longest continuous service in Congress in the history of the country. Mr. Smock was interviewed on November 11, 2009, at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, where he is the director of the Robert C. Byrd Center for Legislative Studies. The center is a private, educational organization whose mission is to promote a better understanding of the United States Congress by conducting lectures, conferences, and workshops. The Robert C. Byrd Center is one of over 30 such institutions nationwide, many named for politicians such as Howard Baker, Carl Albert, Richard Russell, Bob Dole, Everett Dirksen and others, which belong to the Association of Centers for the Study of Congress. Mr. Smock is a former president of the association and is also former historian of the U.S. House of Representatives. Other topics included his latest book, [Booker T. Washington: Black Leadership in the Age of Jim Crow]. With Louis Harlan, he co-edited the fourteen-volume Booker T. Washington Papers. Photographs and video clips were shown throughout the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289924-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Q&A http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/289924-1 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:00:11 GMT The panel talked about the domestic politics of President Truman. They focused on President Truman's expansion of social programs and the relationship between the presidency and Congress in legislating President Truman's agenda. They answered questions from the audience. "Domestic Policy" was a session of the 2009 Harry S. Truman Legacy Symposium "Truman and Congress: A Conflicted Legacy," held at the Key West Marriott Beachside Hotel. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286533-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/286533-3 Sat, 13 Jun 2009 17:51:53 GMT Raymond Smock and Rick Perlstein were each asked what books they were reading. Ray Smock is the author of the forthcoming book [Booker T. Washington: Black Leadership in the Age of Jim Crow] (Ivan R. Dee, Publisher; June 25, 2009). Rick Perlstein is the author of [Nixonland: The Rise of a President and the Fracturing of America] (Scribner; May 13, 2008). They were interviewed at the 102nd annual meeting of the Organization of American Historians at the Washington Convention Center in Seattle. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285442-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285442-1 Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:10:46 GMT Ray Smock talked about his forthcoming book [Booker T. Washington: Black Leadership in the Age of Jim Crow] (Ivan R. Dee, Publisher; June 25, 2009). He said that Booker T. Washington, the preeminent African-American leader from 1985 to 1915, was an educator who placed a priority on the economic and educational advancement of black people. The former historian of the U.S. House of Representatives also talked about the work of the Robert C. Byrd Center for Legislative Studies. Mr. Smock was interviewed at the 2009 annual meeting of the Organization of American Historians at the Washington Convention Center in Seattle. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285032-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285032-1 Sun, 12 Apr 2009 15:53:07 GMT The history, art, and architecture of the U.S. Capitol from its opening in 1800 to the present were featured through taped segments on the various public and private spaces in the building, tours, and personal stories about the Capitol from members of Congress, historians and curators. Several areas rarely seen by the public, and which had never been shown on television, were highlighted throughout the three-part program. The second program focused on the south wing, the House side of the Capitol. Among the spaces highlighted were the House chamber; Statuary Hall; the Corinne "Lindy" Boggs Congressional Women's Reading Room, site of John Quincy Adams' death in 1848; and the Board of Education Room, also known as Speaker Sam Rayburn's hideaway office. Videotaped portions of interviews with Speaker Hastert and Representatives Marcy Kaptur, Paul Kanjorski, John Lewis, and Zach Wamp, as well as a 1968 tour with Senator Dirksen filmed by ABC news were shown. During live segments, studio guests responded to viewer telephone calls. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192301-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) C-SPAN Specials http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192301-1 Fri, 02 Jun 2006 00:00:02 GMT The Shepherd University Foundation hosted the first annual Tom E. Moses Memorial lecture series. Senator Byrd, whose leadership added the appropriation act designating September 17th as Constitution Day, spoke about the importance of the U.S. Constitution. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2005 states that educational institutions receiving federal funds shall hold an educational program for its students. The program is to be about the United States Constitution and held on September 17 each year or during the week before or after. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188897-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188897-1 Sat, 17 Sep 2005 09:18:33 GMT Participating via videoconference from Shepherdstown (WV), Mr. Smock, Legislative Studies Director at the Robert C. Byrd Center, talked about Constitution Day and its importance. He also responded to questions and comments from telephone callers. Live shots were shown of the National Archives and the U.S. Constitution. Video footage of an interview with Senator Byrd was also shown. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188825-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/188825-2 Fri, 16 Sep 2005 12:00:32 GMT Mr. Weinstein, the new Archivist of the United States, gave the opening address at the third annual meeting of the Association of Centers for the Study of Congress. He talked about operations at the National Archives, incorporating electronic records in the collections, and working relations with scholars. Scholars then held a panel discussion on the topic, "The State of the Art of Congressional History." History professors discussed how researchers studied congressional proceedings and activities, how research was applied to understanding the legislative process, and materials available to congressional scholars. Following their discussion, they responded to questions and comments from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186595-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/186595-1 Thu, 24 Nov 2005 21:44:19 GMT [Washington Journal] was telecast from Signers' Hall in the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, PA. Signers' Hall features life-size bronze statues of 42 men: the 39 delegates who signed the Constitution on September 17, 1787, as well as the three who refused. Richard Stengel talked about the creation of the National Constitution Center and its focus on the U.S. Constitution and responded to telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail from viewers. Mr. Smock spoke about the U.S. Constitution and the role that the signers of the document played during the Constitutional Convention. Mr. Smock, a former historian of the U.S. House, was the exhibit's historical consultant. He also talked about the creation of the statues, their historic detail, and the signers themselves. During his remarks he also responded to telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail from viewers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/185678-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/185678-1 Fri, 04 Mar 2005 11:59:57 GMT Panelists discussed "What Would the Founders Think of Congress Today?" at the Institute on Congress and American History's week-long symposium for high school teachers on the teaching of history and about Congress. Officials of Congress talked about the changes in the operation of Congress brought on by the growth of government and staff, length of sessions, modern technology, and changes in the rules of the Congress and in law as well as the persistence of traditions. Professor Cooper talked about how the founders of the nation would apply their principals in the context of today's issues. After the presentations, Mr. Baker, Ms. Hammond and Mr. Smock joined the presenters in responding to questions from the teachers in the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182294-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182294-2 Tue, 03 Aug 2004 02:01:08 GMT Dr. Livingston, Mr. Gillette, and Mr. Flanagan spoke about the history of the Institute and the forthcoming publication of the [The Encyclopedia of the United States Congress]. The Institute on Congress and American History was a week-long symposium for high school teachers on the teaching of history and about Congress. Professor Cooper spoke about the origins and the powers of Congress, including the sources of authority of the government, the separation of powers, and the different means of selecting each branch of government. He responded to questions from the audience of high school teachers. Mr. Baker, Professor Hammond, and Dr. Smock then gave presentations on the character of representation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182294-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182294-1 Tue, 03 Aug 2004 03:04:32 GMT Guests discussed the history and procedures for counting and certifying electoral votes. Live shots were shown of Senate members proceeding to the hall of the House of Representatives and entering the chamber for the joint meeting. Mr. Cohen was interviewed outside the Capitol Building. Video clips were shown of the Florida electoral count, and of the January 9, 1997 joint session of Congress electoral vote count. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161619-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161619-1 Sat, 06 Jan 2001 17:12:00 GMT Mr. Smock discussed the U.S. Congress and its characteristics during the time of Tocqueville's visit to Washington, DC in January 1832. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/99022-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) C-SPAN Specials http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/99022-1 Mon, 19 Jan 1998 13:36:00 GMT Current news events and political issues were examined through reviews of the morning newspapers; interviews with journalists, newsmakers and legislators; and viewer telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail. In the first segment, Mr. Benedetto talked about current events including welfare reform and and the budget impasse. In the newspaper roundtable, Mr. Nethercutt and Ms. Slaughter discussed current issues including the budget negotiations. Remote interviews were conducted on the history of cities named after President Madison. Mr. Gardener discussed his book, [Leading Minds: An Anatomy of Leadership]. In the final segment, Mr. Smock and Mr. Ritchie discussed the history of Congresses, and the present Congress. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/69202-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/69202-1 Wed, 03 Jan 1996 12:00:00 GMT Panelists spoke about the House leaders over the past 200 years, their personalities and their leadership styles. After several political figures, there were two panels, one on the 19th century and one on the 20th century. Famous speakers discussed included Henry Clay, Joseph Cannon and Nicholas Longworth. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/65323-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/65323-1 Wed, 11 Oct 1995 08:52:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/65325-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/65325-1 Tue, 23 May 1995 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Nickels, Mr. Smock and Mr. Baker discussed the structure and powers of the U.S. Congress during a vignette on the legislative branch of the U.S. government. The vignette included brief teaching suggestions from high-school teachers at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/49969-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Short Subject http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/49969-1 Sun, 05 Sep 1993 20:59:00 GMT Mr. Ritchie and Mr. Smock discussed the history of presidential inaugural addresses and commented on President Franklin D. Roosevelt's first inaugural address on March 4, 1933. That was the last inaugural ceremony held in March. Later that year, the 20th Amendment called for presidential inaugurations to be held on January 20th. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/21154-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/21154-1 Sun, 17 Jan 1993 15:20:18 GMT Ms. Boggs spoke about women's issues and how women can make a difference in national politics. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/25587-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/25587-1 Tue, 14 Apr 1992 13:31:00 GMT Mr. Smock, historian of the United States House of Representatives, discussed the history of the State of the Union speech. He also responded to audience telephone calls. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/23998-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/23998-1 Wed, 29 Jan 1992 00:30:36 GMT The House calendar for the upcoming week is given by Rep. Foley, with Rep. Michel inquiring about specific scheduling issues. Mr. Smock is interviewed concerning the history and powers of the Speaker of the House of Representatives in light of the charges against Speaker Wright. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/7855-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/7855-1 Mon, 05 Jun 1989 01:19:24 GMT The guests discussed the Nixon inaugural address. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5712-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5712-1 Wed, 20 Jan 1993 18:54:05 GMT The guests discussed the Johnson inauguration. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5711-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5711-1 Wed, 20 Jan 1993 18:17:58 GMT The guests discussed the Kennedy inauguration. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5710-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5710-1 Wed, 20 Jan 1993 17:29:48 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5715-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5715-1 Mon, 16 Jan 1989 19:33:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5714-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5714-1 Mon, 16 Jan 1989 18:50:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5713-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5713-1 Mon, 16 Jan 1989 18:12:00 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5709-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5709-1 Mon, 16 Jan 1989 15:38:46 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5708-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5708-1 Mon, 16 Jan 1989 15:07:19 GMT http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5706-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5706-1 Mon, 16 Jan 1989 14:30:00 GMT Mr. Smock and Mr. Ritchie discussed President Harry Truman's 1949 inauguration and footage of the inaugural speech was shown. This is a Universal Newsreel featuring highlights of President Truman's only inauguration ceremony. He became president in 1945 upon the death of Franklin Roosevelt. In 1948, he was elected, defeating Thomas Dewey in a race many thought he wouldn't win. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5793-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) White House Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/5793-1 Sun, 17 Jan 1993 16:02:32 GMT