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Actor Perspective
Type: Media
Peace Corps Operations
Mr. Vasquez spoke on the anniversary of President Kennedy's speech announcing the formation of the Peace Corps. Mr. Vasquez became director of the organization in 2002. The Peace Corps currently oversees more than 7,500 volunteers who serve in 71 different countries. Mr. Vasquez talked about how the Peace Corps has evolved since its inception, and noted that its mission "to promote global peace and friendship" is vital in today's world. He spoke about the efforts of Peace Corps volunteers in Muslim countries, noting that of the 71 nations currently served by the Peace Corps, 18 are…
Type: Media
Foreign Policy and U.S. Elections
Mr. Soros talked about the 2004 presidential elections, foreign and domestic policy, and the role of the electorate in political activism. He was sharply critical of the Bush administration's handling of foreign policy, use of smear tactics in campaigns, and misleading statements made to the press and the public. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
College Sports Issues
Coach Knight spoke about a number of sports issues, including problems with over-regulation in college athletics, the poor performance of the men's basketball team in the most recent Olympic games, and the timelessness of great athletes. Mt. Knight used personal recollections and anecdotes to articulate his points, and following his remarks he responded to audience questions.
Type: Media
Annual Back-to-School Address
Secretary Paige spoke about the No Child Left Behind initiative, and discussed his accomplishments in improving education. He spoke of the importance of testing to properly identify educational problems. He talked about the difficulties of reaching disadvantaged students. Following his remarks, Secretary Paige responded to audience questions.
Type: Media
Small Business Issues
Mr. Barreto spoke about small business concerns including health care issues, proposed tax credits and programs to provide health insurance, and implementing the plans. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Oklamoma City Bombing
Type: Media
Commissioning New Performance in Today's Environment
Mr. Jones talked about the Wolftrap Foundation for the Performing Arts and about commissioning new performances in today's environment. After his remarks he answered questions from members of the audience.
Type: Media
International Human Rights
Cardinal McCarrick spoke about his experiences traveling around the world as a human rights advocate. Among the topics he addressed were the role of the church in advocating human rights, the need for human compassion, and levels of poverty around the world. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Third Party Issues
Mr. Nader spoke about two-party government, corporate lobbying efforts, and the need for strong third parties. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media