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Gerald R. Ford Journalism Awards
The former president presented the Gerald R. Ford Foundation Journalism Awards to correspondents from the Washington Post. Following the presentation he spoke about a variety of issues including the current Congressional agenda and the balance of power in the Senate. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Transportation Issues
Mr. Warrington spoke in support of federal funding for high-speed intercity rail travel. He also talked about increasing air and highway congestion and the need for more intermodal cooperation and funding. After his prepared remarks he answered audience questions.
Type: Media
Airline Industry
Mr. Leonard talked about the airline industry from the perspective of a low-fare carrier. Among the topics he addressed were variations in fares by region, the state of competition in the industry, recent mergers, and the role of the federal government. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Endangered Species
Ms. Powers spoke about illegal commercial hunting activities and their impact on endangered species populations. Following her remarks she answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Competition in the Broadband Industry
Mr. Whitacre spoke about the state of competition in the telecommunication industry and the introduction of broadband technology. Among the topics he addressed were the impacts of regulation on competition, consumer access to various forms of broadband communication, and potential legislation to encourage more competition. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Future of the Teamsters Union
Mr. Hoffa talked about the future of unions in the United States and his efforts to strengthen the Teamsters Union. Topics included federal labor policy, the need for members to vote in local and national elections, and the possibility of adding UPS employees as members of the Teamsters Union. Following his prepared remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Estate Taxes
Mr. Gates spoke in opposition to elimination of estate taxes. He said that very few people pay the tax, efforts to repeal the tax were the result of wealthy self-interest, and that the tax encouraged charitable giving. Following his remarks he answered questions from the reporters.
Type: Media
Historic Preservation
Mr. Moe talked about the role of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and about recent acquisitions and future plans. After his prepared remarks he answered audience questions.
Type: Media
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