Bill Clinton 1992 Acceptance Speech
Governor Bill Clinton defined himself and his party’s agenda in his acceptance speech on the final night of the 1992 Democratic National Convention. He called himself a product of America’s …
17,146 viewsGovernor Bill Clinton defined himself and his party’s agenda in his acceptance speech on the final night of the 1992 Democratic National Convention. He called himself a product of America’s …
17,146 viewsTexas State Treasurer Ann Richards delivered the keynote address at the 1988 National Democratic Convention. The 1988 convention was held from July 18 to July 21 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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946 viewsMr. Gergen moderated a forum titled “America’s Best Leaders: How do they lead? Where are they taking us?” Among the issues addressed by panelists were definitions of leadership in America…
358 viewsA memorial service was held for former Texas Governor Ann Richards, who died Wednesday, September 13, at the age of 73. Former Dallas Mayor Ron Kirk, who was secretary of state for Governor …
5,067 viewsAnn Richards of Texas delivered the keynote address to delegates at the Democratic National Convention.
883 viewsModerated by Callie Crossley, three women shared their memories of political pioneers Barbara Jordan and Shirley Chisholm. Video clips were shown and the panelists honored the women’s legaci…
1,171 viewsSpeakers discussed the Democratic National Convention and the presidential election. Mr. Reiner spoke about the importance of the election in relation to the war in Iraq and the September 11…
230 viewsDemocratic leaders, including former Presidents Carter and Clinton, spoke about the 2004 election campaign, Democratic Party values, and building a united front to elect Senator Kerry. Senat…
458 viewsFormer Texas governor Ann Richards talked about her new book, I’m Not Slowing Down: Winning My Battle with Osteoporosis, published by Dutton. In 1996 she fell twice, breaking her hand and an…
264 viewsIncumbent Democrat Governor Richards debated Republican challenger George W. Bush on Texas economy, education and other issues. Mr. Bush is the son of former President George H. W. Bush.
8,974 viewsFollowing a meeting with President Bill Clinton, current and former officials spoke to reporters about the meeting and about the need to grant permanent normal trade relations with China. Af…
188 viewsTipper Gore and Ernestine Bradley spoke at a NARAL event promoting the reproductive rights of women. They both stressed the importance of electing a pro-choice candidate in the 2000 presiden…
265 viewsFriends and family members paid tribute to former first lady, Lady Bird Johnson. She also received this year’s National Building Museum award for contributing to the nation’s building herita…
376 viewsMs. Couric interviewed former Governor Richards about her life as a woman in politics and about the current political climate. Among the issues she discussed were the Republican front runner…
1,253 viewsTransportation Secretary Rodney Slater and others participated in a forum which examined issues affecting the future of transportation in the United States. A video was shown highlighting th…
146 viewsPoliticians and academics talk about the role of U.S. political parties and the history of changes within each party. Some panelists said that realignment of the parties is inevitable and ot…
275 viewsDesignees of each party gave their reaction on how well their candidate debated in the Hartford Civic Center press room. The first response came from the Republican National Committee Chairm…
219 viewsFriends and colleagues paid tribute to Lesley Stahl, the long-time CBS news correspondent. They shared humorous anecdotes and examples of Ms. Stahl’s excellence in journalism. A humorous vid…
786 viewsFormer Texas governor, Ann Richards, shared some of her personal perspectives on politics at fundraising for the Florida Democratic Women’s Network. She also shared several humorous anecdote…
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