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Katrina: A Teachable Moment
Secretary Spellings talked about responses by the Department of Education and schools to the Hurricane Katrina disaster. Among the topics she addressed were maintaining the quality of education, providing public education to displaced students, efforts by school districts and universities to accommodate those affected by the disaster, and evaluating responses to the disaster by educational institutions. She also answered questions submitted by audience members.
Type: Media
Right Choices for International Trade
EU Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson spoke about the political and economic case for the Doha Round. He called for urgent action action and talked about critical aspects of future negotiations. Mr. Mandelson also spoke about benefits poorer countries would receive and the timescale for the Hong Kong trade ministerial in December. Following his remarks, he responded to questions and comments submitted by members of the audience. Mr. Dunham moderated the event.
Type: Media
Supreme Court Nominations and Confirmations
Robert Bork spoke about the United States Supreme Court and the confirmation process. He said the court has made itself the most important and powerful branch of government in determining how the culture of the country develops. He talked about the politicization of the court, the confirmation process, and the court's influence in a culture war against the general public. Judge Bork also explained the judicial philosophies of originalism and judicial activism. He responded to questions and comments submitted by members of the audience about topics including the late Chief Justice Rehnquist…
Type: Media
End of World War II 60th Anniversary
Former Senator Dole, a veteran who was severely wounded in World War II, spoke about the 60th anniversary of V-J Day, the official end of the war. Among the issues he addressed were the work of the United Nations, wars that have occurred since the end of World War II, and the battle for freedom. Following his remarks, Senator Dole responded to questions and comments submitted by members of the audience. Mr. Ryan moderated the event.
Type: Media
Medicaid and Federal Spending Programs
Mr. Gingrich talked about the future of the Medicaid system and federal spending levels, health care reform, the role of the federal government in protecting and providing for citizens, and other issues. He also responded to questions submitted from the audience.
Type: Media
Perspective on Music
Leon Fleisher, noted pianist and conductor, spoke about his life, work in music, public funding for the arts and American culture in a speech to the National Press Club. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Politics and Moral Values
Mr. Robertson talked about the role of Christian values in American society, the global reach of Christianity, the role of the church and Christian morals in policy making, and the current state of American culture. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Defense Issues
Mr. Sugar talked about current and future Defense Department needs, the military contracting process, and building platforms incorporating new technologies. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Social Security
Mr. Novelli spoke about proposed reforms to the Social Security system and the opposition of the AARP to the changes. Among the topics he addressed were the likely impact of the new program on seniors, developing a strategy to ensure the stability of Medicare and Social Security, and quality of life for the elderly. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Regulation of Securities
Mr. Spitzer talked about the government's role in consumer protection and regulation of business accounting and the securities industry. He also talked about his experiences as New York attorney general in prosecuting corporate crime. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience, including one or two questions about the privatization of Social Security.
Type: Media