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Free Speech and Democracy
March 24, 1988
In his address, Stone emphasizes the need for a critical media. For him, the freedoms of speech and press guaranteed by the Constitution are important aspects of democracy, for "to be truly democratic, governments need criticism." Also stressed by Stone is the vital role played by the Supreme Court in…
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Proposals to Improve U.S. Government
March 19, 1988
The author of Empire, a fictional history of the U.S., discusses the development of the country into a national security state and the need to dismantle the military-industrial complex. Among his proposals are limiting presidential campaigns, dealing with the budget truthfully, and withdrawing support from Israel.
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Recent Events in Palestine and Prospects for Peace
March 17, 1988
On the 100th day of the Palestinian uprising, Mr. Maksoud discusses the effect of the uprising on U.S. public opinion. The Arab league representative also criticizes the U.S. for closing PLO offices in Washington and New York.
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Sino-U.S. Relations
March 9, 1988
The foreign minister discusses China's reformed economy and policy of opening to the outside world. He also covers China's position in favor of nuclear disarmament. He comments that it has been ten years since relations between the U.S. and China were established and prods the U.S. to address the "Taiwan…
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Economic Policy
March 1, 1988
Miller discusses the economic recovery under Reagan and then talks about specific policy issues, such as the value of the dollar and the trade deficit. This appearance comes two weeks after the release of the administration's FY 1989 budget.
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The President's Commission on AIDS
February 29, 1988
Admiral Watkins discusses the need for government, business, and social institutions to confront AIDS. He says that the nature of transmission of the disease makes it hard to confront but maintains that the manner of transmission also offers an opportunity to control the spread of AIDS. Unlike epidemics of the…
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Portugal Now
February 25, 1988
The prime minister discusses Portugal's economic growth, democracy, political relations with former colonies, and membership in the European Community.
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Reshaping the Federal Role in Aviation
February 11, 1988
Sec. Burnley discusses airline safety fears, saying they have not changed over decades. He says accident rates are actually down and deregulation is unfairly accused of causing safety problems. Burnley then discusses a variety of proposals to reform the FAA.
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AIDS Among Minorities
February 10, 1988
Ms. Warwick discusses AIDS among minorities as well as fundraising efforts for the prevention and cure of AIDS.
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Business Outlook and the Congressional Agenda
February 4, 1988
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