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.