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Tuesday, February 9, 2010 7:00-7:45 Question/Newspaper Articles/Phones 7:00 On the Phone phoner MIKE ALLEN Politico Chief White House Correspondent Mike Allen talked via telephone about the election of Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Mitch Landrieu as mayor of New Orleans. His election marks the first time the city will have a white mayor in three decades. 7:45-8:30 JOHN STANTON Roll Call Reporter Topic: John Stanton talked about the Senate jobs bill, the PATRIOT Act, and e-verify. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. 8:30-9:15 MARK MOYAR Author, “A Question of Command” MARK MOYAR U.S. Marine Corps University National Security Affairs Professor Mark Moyar talked about his recent two-week trip to Afghanistan, where he met with both General Caldwell and General McChrystal. He talked about his observation on the war and what it takes to win, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. 9:15-9:45 RICHARD NORTON SMITH Contributor, “Who’s Buried in Grant’s Tomb: A Tour of Presidential Gravesites” RICHARD NORTON SMITH George Mason University Presidential Historian Richard Norton Smith talked about the updated version of the book Who's Buried in Grant's Tomb: A Tour of Presidential Gravesites The book is a comprehensive guide to the final resting places of U.S. presidents. Mr. Norton is a contributor to the book as is fellow presidential historian Douglas Brinkely. The book is actually authored by Brian Lamb. 9:45-10:00 Question/Newspaper Articles/Phones
C-SPAN's American Presidents Life Portraits is on display at the John W. Hicks Undergraduate Library at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana until February 21, 2010.
Former Governor Kaine spoke to Democratic Party members and officials about the future of the party and the 2010 midterm congressional elections. He also spoke about issues such as health care reform, economic stimulus, and the likely impact of Senator Scott Brown's (R-MA) special election victory.
The Hudson Institute hosted the first annual Reclaim American Liberty Conference at the Union Club.
British historian Paul Johnson talked by remote link from London, England, about his life, career, and his work. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Mr. Johnson, a former adviser to British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President George W. Bush in 2006. His many books include Modern Times; Intellectuals; A History of the American People; and his memoir, The Vanished Landscape: A 1930s Childhood in the Potteries. His latest book is a biography of Brititsh Prime Minister Winston Churchill titled Churchill.
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair testified before the Committee of Inquiry on the Iraq War. Topics included the invasion decision-making process; threat assessments before and after the attacks of September 11, 2001; and the weapons inspections and meetings the former prime minister had with President Bush in Washington, D.C., and in Crawford, Texas. He also talked about the evolution in the strategy regarding Iraq prior to 2002, and the diplomatic efforts that were made prior to invasion. Part 3 of 4
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair testified before the Committee of Inquiry on the Iraq War. Topics included the invasion decision-making process; threat assessments before and after the attacks of September 11, 2001; and the weapons inspections and meetings the former prime minister had with President Bush in Washington, D.C., and in Crawford, Texas. He also talked about the evolution in the strategy regarding Iraq prior to 2002, and the diplomatic efforts that were made prior to invasion. Part 4 of 4
Witnesses testified on the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis and its impact on the federal budget and debt. Witnesses: · Carmen M. Reinhart, professor of economics and director, Center for International Economics, University of Maryland · Simon Johnson, professor of entrepreneurship, Sloan School of Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and senior fellow, Peterson Institute For International Economics · Donald Marron, visiting professor, Georgetown Public Policy Institute
Kathleen Sebelius spoke at the National Health Policy Conference. She talked about the Obama administration's health care reform priorities and other health issues. In her remarks she reiterated President Obama’s commitment to health care reform and called on Republicans to re-engage in the debate.
Peggy Hamburg spoke at the National Health Policy Conference. She talked about the challenges and priorities for the Food and Drug Administration.
Following opening remarks by Michael Wynne, panelists talked about security concerns revolving around electric power distribution. Among the topics they addressed were constructing secure power grids, threats posed by potential cyber attacks on distribution control networks, and future trends in the utilities industry. They also answered questions from the audience.
Panelists at a conference on global cyber-security policy focused on law enforcement operations, privacy rights and cyber-security policy. Among the topics they addressed were balancing civil liberties and national security interests, expectations of privacy in an on-line environment, and controls on government access to cyber communications. They also responded to questions from the audience.
Stevens Institute of Technology hosted a conference on global cyber-security policy. Participants spoke about Internet access and wireless security issues. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience.
Financial advisers spoke about on-line technology and security challenges facing the financial and banking industries. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience.
Edward Amoroso gave a keynote speech at a cybersecurity conference. In his remarks he focused on information technology, computer network infrastructure protection, and developing monitoring systems to ensure security of networks.
Michelle Obama delivered opening remarks at the plenary session of the 2010 Winter U.S. Conference of Mayors on impact of childhood obesity around the U.S. She talked about the role mayors play in pursuing comprehensive solutions to improve children's health. She was followed by Energy Secretary Steven Chu, who spoke about the future of energy policy in the U.S. and energy block grant programs. He was followed by a special plenary session titled "Investing in Livable Cities to Meet 21st Century Transportation Challenges."
Michelle Obama, Surgeon General Benjamin and others spoke about prevention of obesity. They also focused on a new campaign led by the surgeon general that included $650 million in economic stimulus money in wellness and prevention programs aimed at obesity and stopping smoking. Mrs. Obama said the solution to the obesity epidemic cannot come from government alone, and that everyone must be willing to do their part to end the public health crisis.
Stuart Hoffman spoke to bankers about economic forecasts and the recovery from economic recession. He focused on prospects for economic growth and the potential impact on financial services operations. He also answered questions from the audience.
After opening remarks by Alexis Glick, Kauffman Foundation president and CEO Carl Schramm talked about the state of entrepreneurship and the economy, and made recommendations for recovery efforts for the business world. He also discussed a new poll on the concerns of entrepreneurs and their perspective on the economy. Secretary Gary Locke talked about President Obama's recent policies that have encouraged entrepreneurship.
Governor Phil Bredesen delivered his annual state of the state address to state legislators.
Governor Donald Carcieri delivered his annual state of the state address.