Defining American Rights
The National Archives marked the anniversary of its decade-old “Records of Rights” exhibit with a conversation about how rights are defined. The exhibit houses the nation’s only copy of the …
76 viewsThe National Archives marked the anniversary of its decade-old “Records of Rights” exhibit with a conversation about how rights are defined. The exhibit houses the nation’s only copy of the …
76 viewsThe Congressional Black Caucus convened in 1971 to address the legislative concerns of African Americans. To mark its 50th anniversary, Representatives James Clyburn (D-SC) and Joyce Beatty …
145 viewsFormer House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) discussed the incoming Biden administration and 117th Congress during a virtual event hosted by the Meridian International Center. He was joined by f…
1,735 viewsProfessor Rosabeth Moss Kanter talked about her book Move: Putting America’s Infrastructure Back in the Lead, in which she traces back some 200 years to the efforts of entrepreneurs and gove…
1,550 viewsSenate Democrats held a forum on Judge Merrick Garland’s nomination to the Supreme Court to replace the late Justice Antonin Scalia. Top legal and government officials spoke about Judge Garl…
2,461 viewsPresident Clinton congratulated cadets on their accomplishments and spoke about the influences new technology would have in the coming years. He said that while new information technology wo…
376 viewsFormer Clinton administration Transportation Secretary Rodney Slater, former Senator Trent Lott (R-MS), and Senator John Breaux (D-LA) moderated two panel discussions on long-term U.S. trans…
545 viewsFour former secretaries of Transportation held a roundtable on transportation, infrastructure repair, and economic growth at the University of Virginia’s Miller Center.
208 viewsVarious panelists discussed economic opportunity in the United States at the 2011 Opportunity Nation Summit. Opportunity Nation is a group of businesses, schools, and nonprofits that promote…
348 viewsFormer members of Bill Clinton’s administration talked about successful economic policies during his presidency. Mr. Sperling said in trying to stay with the administration’s goals of defici…
208 viewsA memorial service was held for Eli J. Segal, who died in February. Mr.. Segal headed President Clinton’s national service program after serving as his 1992 campaign chief of staff. After wo…
683 viewsParticipants talked about new strategies for national security policy. Among the topics they addressed were improving intelligence information and methods, homeland security, and foreign pol…
167 viewsA rally was held by several service organizations to support more funding for AmeriCorps. Former Senator Harris Wofford spoke on behalf of Habitat for Humanity.
200 viewsThe Close Up Foundation held a forum on Media Coverage of Airline Security. Former Transportation Secretary Rodney Slater, and Air Safety Week Editor David Evans took part in this forum.
55 viewsAdministration officials and African leaders spoke about the Clinton administration’s efforts to establish economic ties with African nations and build an improved infrastructure in Africa. …
213 viewsSecretary Slater spoke about the accomplishments of the Department of Transportation during the Clinton administration and outlined future challenges for the department. He was followed by s…
95 viewsTransportation Secretary Rodney Slater spoke about current and future challenges to the transportation industry. He focused his remarks on the role of U.S. transportation in the context of a…
116 viewsCivil rights activists and other dignitaries spoke at the dedication of the Rosa Parks Library and Museum. The TSU Gospel Choir, directed by Stephen M. Langford, sang “My Soul’s Been Answere…
1,585 viewsThe site for the future Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial was dedicated. Many dignitaries spoke about Dr. King’s legacy and the significance of the memorial’s location. Also prayers were offe…
518 viewsHillary Clinton and others encouraged Americans to not drink and drive over the holiday season. They asked everyone to tie a red ribbon to their car to symbolize the commitment to not drink …
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