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On the fourth and final day of the convention themed a “president with a purpose,” participants expressed their support for Governor Bush and talked about several issues, including Social Se…

The U.S. House of Representatives voted 258 to 176 to begin an impeachment inquiry into President Bill Clinton.

On the third day of the convention themed “prosperity with a purpose,” participants talked about maintaining a strong economy. Among the issues they discussed were tax relief, welfare reform…

The House passed $10.5 billion for military construction for the next fiscal year budget, which includes new barracks, family housing, and medical facilities. Members also approved a $15 bil…

The House of Representatives debated the use of military force with Iraq. Note: there is recording problems due to solar flares at around 16:50 hours.

Former Governor Blanchard moderated a panel on the 2006 midterm elections, predicted outcomes of several election campaigns, and the possibility of a shift in majority leadership to the Demo…

Participants talked about the impact on public policy and contemporary significance of the 1994 “Contract with America” formulated by the Republican leadership. They also talked about the fo…

Secretary Ridge testified before the committee on the September 11 Commission’s findings and recommendations. He spoke about coordination efforts between state and federal officials, efforts…

Commissioners testified about their final report on the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the U.S. and recommendations within the report. They focused on recommendations for a new dire…

Various intelligence officials testified about the recommendations within the final report of the Commission on Terrorist Attacks upon the United States. Among the topics they addressed were…

Chairman Greenspan testified regarding the state of the U.S. economy and the economic outlook for the future. Among the specific topics addressed were job creation, inflation, consumer price…

Republican leaders spoke to reporters about the progress of the Department of Homeland Security one year after its establishment. They outlined several new security programs and the future o…

Secretary Thompson testified about the president’s proposed budget for the Department of Health and Human Services. Among the topics he addressed were cost estimates for a Medicare prescript…

Former House speakers Thomas Foley (1989-94) and Newt Gingrich (1995-98) recommended that the U.S. House establish a permanent standing Committee on Homeland Security to oversee the new depa…

The House passed a Medicare prescription drug bill.