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Nation's Substance Abuse Patterns
Participants talked about substance abuse among teenagers, declining patterns of drug utilization by teens, education and prevention programs, as well and continuing problems with the use of inhalants and prescription drugs. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience and reporters.
Type: Media
Inaugural Demonstration Permit for Conservatives
Representatives of Free Republic, a conservative organization, today filed a permit application with the National Park Service for designated areas for supporters of President Bush, separate from anti-Bush inauguration protestors during the January 20 inaugural parade. They talked with reporters about this and answered questions.
Type: Media
Environmental Trends
Mr. Lash talked about critical environmental issues and trends for the coming year. Among the topics he addressed were global warming, international efforts to address climate change, and the impact of U.S. withdrawal from the Kyoto Protocol. He also talked about the impact of environmental policy on world poverty, scientific research into environmental problems, and development of alternate power sources. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Inauguration Protests
Participants talked to reporters and activists about planned protests during President Bush's second inaugural activities. They specifically addressed plans to have a visible presence along the parade route and turn their backs on the president's motorcade. They also talked about resources available for those detained in non-violent civil disobedience.
Type: Media
Inaugural Parade Protests
Participants talked to reporters and activists about planned protest activities in Washington for President Bush's second inauguration. Among the issues they addressed were access to the parade route and public events, the message of the protests, and comportment around law enforcement authorities. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Social Security Reform
Labor leaders talked about proposed plans to partially privatize Social Security and potential transition costs for the program. They also talked about the importance of a stable Social Security system to various interest groups and the current means of administration of the system. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters.
Type: Media
Cybersecurity Policy
Government and private sector officials spoke to reporters about a study on cybersecurity and urged industry leaders to assume more responsibility in securing their computer networks. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters.
Type: Media
Policy Toward Haiti
Ms. Krabacher talked about the organization she co-founded, the Foundation for Worldwide Mercy and Sharing. The foundation runs a number of orphanages and schools in Haiti, serving more than 1800 children. Slides were shown throughout the presentation. Ms. Krabacher also discussed her trip to Haiti during the recent uprising. Following prepared remarks, she responded to questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Future of NATO
European leaders spoke to reporters about the latest NATO expansion, challenges facing the new members, and efforts to combat global terrorism. Following their remarks they answered questions from reporters.
Type: Media
Future of Iraq
President Al-Yawer talked about the new interim Iraqi government. He explained its formation through consultation with the United Nations and various Iraqi political parties, tribes and other social entities. He thanked the Coalition members for helping his country. He then answered reporters' questions.
Type: Media