Outpedaling the Big C
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Elizabeth McGowan recalled the coast to coast bicycle trip she took after surviving melanoma. This virtual event was hosted by the National Press Club in Washin…
180 viewsPulitzer Prize-winning author Elizabeth McGowan recalled the coast to coast bicycle trip she took after surviving melanoma. This virtual event was hosted by the National Press Club in Washin…
180 viewsSecurities and Exchange Commission Chairman William Donaldson talked about corporate governance, one year after the passage of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. The law, the largest overhaul of busine…
109 viewsMr. Brink talked about historic preservation and the National Trust’s most endangered list witch included several urban houses of worship. Following his remarks he answered questions from th…
73 viewsMs. Michelman, departing president of NARAL Pro-Choice America, talked about abortion rights. Included were topics such as the Roe v. Wade case, her 20 years of work with NARAL Pro-Choice Am…
107 viewsFederal Communications Commission Chairman Michael Powell talked about the impact of new technologies on the communications industry. He also talked about emerging communications technology …
75 viewsColleagues paid tribute to Tom Brokaw for his career and accomplishments in journalism. Mr. Brokaw then made remarks after receiving the Fourth Estate Award for his achievements in journalis…
418 viewsCancer survivors spoke about their battle with cancer, progress made in cancer treatments, and the future of cancer research. They also talked about their efforts to influence presidential c…
129 viewsMr. DeStefano talked about the strength and value of America’s cities and towns, and urged greater investment in local institutions in areas such as education, public safety, transportation,…
42 viewsRobert Kennedy Jr. talked about the Bush administration’s environmental policies, levels of pollution around the country, the influence of special interests on energy policy, and independent…
224 viewsSecretary Tommy Thompson talked about Medicare reform legislation and providing prescription drug benefits under the program. He also talked about the need for the reforms and how compromise…
40 viewsDr. Gerberding spoke about various programs at the Centers for Disease Control and the future of public health programs. Among the topics she addressed were the response to SARS, the global …
52 viewsSecretary Abraham spoke about the role of science in the Department of Energy. Among the topics he addressed were research programs at government laboratories, facilities available for resea…
45 viewsMr. Wolfensohn talked about the role of the World Bank in trying to put together a plan for the reconstruction of Iraq, including that country’s administration, education, employment, and ot…
166 viewsNewspaper association of America Board Chairman Anthony Ridder talked about newspapers and their current problems, including governmental, commercial, and internal. He talked about increased…
48 viewsSenator Orrin Hatch (R-UT) spoke about intellectual property law and file sharing over the Internet. He also talked about the costs and potential penalties for copyright violations. Followin…
41 viewsAmtrack President David Gunn talked about the operations and future of Amtrak. He discussed recent maintenance and service projects Amtrak had undertaken, and was optimistic about Amtrak’s f…
48 viewsSecretary Rod Paige spoke about education reform efforts and the state of education in America. Among the issues he addressed were holding schools accountable and improved standards. Followi…
32 viewsDavid Walker U.S. Comptroller General talked about the financial condition and fiscal outlook for the federal government. Among the issues he addressed were the size of projected deficits, p…
54 viewsSenator Biden talked about the security of the United States, focusing on threats to U.S. national security and what foreign policies would best serve the country. He argued for a policy of …
224 viewsDr. McClellan talked about the role of the FDA in protecting the public health, and FDA enforcement standards. New challenges facing the FDA included the increasing number and complexity of …
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