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U.S. Journalism Crisis
In the second panel of a conference, "Is American Journalism in Crisis," participants discussed solutions to problems in the news media which were raised in the earlier panel discussion, including journalistic standards, more realistic expectations of new technology and making news more relevant to citizens' lives. They also took questions from the audience.
Type: Media
U.S. Journalism Crisis
In the first panel of a conference, "Is American Journalism in Crisis," panelists discussed problems in the U.S. news media industry. They examined issues such media mergers, media forms, the relationship between political leaders and journalists and the public distrust of journalists. They also took questions from the audience.
Type: Media
The Federal Budget Process
The panelists discussed covering the federal budget process for journalists. They talked about the timing of the steps, possible "spin" from the White House and congressional leaders and getting needed details out of the large amount of information. Following their prepared remarks, they took questions from the audience.
Type: Media
1996 Congressional Elections
Mr. Brookover and Mr. Engel discussed some of the closest congressional races, especially several races involving Republicans who first won election in 1994. They also analyzed some of the current campaign commercials and took questions from the audience of reporters.
Type: Media
Past Presidential Campaigns
After several retired journalists were honored, panelists discussed their recollections of covering past presidential campaigns.
Type: Media
Third Party Candidates in 1996
Panelists discusses the 1996 campaign. They examined several issues, including third party possibilities and media coverage of the campaign.
Type: Media
Politics, the Media and Humor
Mr. Safer moderated a discussion of political humor by press secretaries, political consultants and comedians.
Type: Media
Secretary Perry Thanksgiving Trip
After returning from visits with the troops and commanders in the Mediterranean, Bosnia, Saudi Arabia and Japan, Secretary Perry delivered the keynote address at the Jimmy Dolittle Award ceremony. He examined the security challenges facing troops in these areas and the importance of their missions. The award is presented to persons for contributions to national defense through scientific research.
Type: Media
Zaire Humanitarian Needs
Representatives of humanitarian relief organizations discussed ways to respond to the needs of Rwandan refugees in eastern Zaire and reacted to President Clinton's decision to send U.S. troops to the region as part of a multinational relief effort led by Canada. After their remarks, they took questions from the audience of reporters.
Type: Media
Covering the Gay and Lesbian Community
This forum, featuring representatives of various gay and lesbian groups, focused on how the media covers gay and lesbian issues and how media coverage of the gay and lesbian community can improve.
Type: Media