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Future of Russian Free Press
Mr. Gusinsky talked about the state of the free press in Russia and the recent takeover of his independent television station by a state-owned energy company. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience. Translation into English was performed by an interpreter.
Type: Media
Election Reform
Ms. Brazile spoke about her experiences in the closely contested 2000 election, election reform, and levels of political participation. Following her remarks she answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Character Education
Ms. Baraquio spoke about the need to develop an education policy which builds and develops character. Among the issues she addressed were recent violent incidents involving children, the apparent lack of civility among Americans, and programs designed to instill good character. Following her remarks she answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
A Different Drummer: Thirty Years with Ronald Reagan
Mr. Deaver discussed his book A Different Drummer: My Thirty Years With Ronald Reagan, published by HarperCollins. Mr. Deaver first met Ronald Reagan during his 1966 campaign for governor of California and eventually became President Reagan's deputy chief of staff during both terms in office. The author talked about his experiences with President Reagan, both professionally and personally. After his presentation, Mr. Deaver answered questions from members of the audience and signed copies of his book.
Type: Media
Baseball Hall of Fame
Mr. Petroskey talked about the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York, and a planned Hall of Fame traveling exhibition and associated book to be published by the National Geographic Society. He described the organization of the Hall of Fame and its funding. He told some of the stories of players and of Hall of Fame visitors. After his prepared remarks he answered audience questions.
Type: Media
Role of the General Accounting Office
Mr. Walker talked about the role and responsibilities of the General Accounting Office in all areas of government finance and strategic planning, including the U.S. Postal Service, the federal budget, Social Security, and Medicare. After his prepared remarks he answered audience questions.
Type: Media
Global Warming
Minister Pronk, chair of the International Global Climate Change talks, talked about the goals of the climate change summit, consequences of climate change around the world, and the possible contents of an international agreement. He answered audience and media questions.
Type: Media
Organ Donations
Secretary Thompson spoke about a new national initiative for organ donations, as well as abortion and tobacco policy. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Women's Soccer League
Mr. Hendricks talked about the formation of the Women's United Soccer Association and the involvement of the cable industry in the formation. He also spoke about the challenges they faced in forming the new league. Following his prepared remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
U.S.-Jordan Relations
King Abdullah spoke about the Middle East peace process, the role of the international community in supporting the process, and about economic situations in the region. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media