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10 Years of National Service
In 1994, the Corporation for National and Community Service awarded its first grants. Since then, its Senior Corps, AmeriCorps and Learn and Serve America volunteers have provided more than 1.5 billion hours of service, meeting local needs in education, public safety, health, and disaster relief in thousands of communities across the U.S. National service began its second decade with significant accomplishments, record funding, new reforms, and strong bipartisan support. In this address, Mr. Eisner talked about the lessons learned and future directions for national service, and unveil a major…
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C-SPAN's 25th Anniversary
Brian Lamb detailed his personal biography and his development of the C-SPAN cable networks. He praised the many cable executives and other persons who made it possible. 25 years ago C-SPAN was created as a new concept, a private not-for-profit corporation, and a public service paid for by the cable providers who carry it. He said his guiding philosophy is simplicity and openness, saying, "Let the American people have the opportunity to watch public events in their entirety and make up their own minds." He talked about ending his 'Booknotes' weekly interview program after covering 800 books.…
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NATO European Command
General Jones talked about military operations overseas, coordination among NATO and European forces, the future of collective security in Europe, and threats to national and international security. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
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Charitable Organizations
Mr. Gallagher spoke about restoring faith in American charitable organizations and called for measures to improve accountability. He also talked about his experiences working with charities, donation levels during the holiday season, and operations of the United Way. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
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Medicare and Medicaid
Dr. McClellan talked about the 40th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid and President Lyndon Johnson's signing of the original legislation. Topics included Medicare drug benefits, prevention-oriented health care, rising health care costs, and modernization of medical care. After his presentation Dr. McClellan answered audience members' questions.
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Supreme Court Justice Nomination
Senator Schumer's speech was titled, "Modesty and Stability on the Bench: How John Roberts Can Convince Democrats to Vote for Him." In his remarks he talked about the confirmation process, Judge Roberts' judicial philosophy, and likely questions for any nominee to the Supreme Court. He also talked about the practice of questioning a particular nominee's judicial philosophy and opinions on past Supreme Court cases in assessing the qualifications and judicial temperament of a nominee. He also answered questions from the audience.
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Military Issues
General Myers, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, gave an update on military issues and operations, as well as recent meetings with his counterparts in Germany, Slovakia and Ireland. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
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India-U.S. Relations
The prime minister of India addressed the national Press Club on India-U.S. relations and his perspectives on the changing global economy and geopolitics. He reflected on the aid of the United States in India's agricultural revolution and on the possibilities of partnership in the current technological revolution. Issues he raised included cooperation in the fight against terrorism, the possibility of permanent membership of the U.N. Security Council for India, and energy policy. He responded to questions submitted by members of the audience.
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Future of the Catholic Church
Cardinal McCarrick talked about the election of Pope Benedict XVI and its meaning for the direction of the Catholic Church in the U.S. and around the world. He also talked about the future of the church in the U.S., policy issues affecting Catholic adherents, and church views on various social policy measures. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
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Role of the National Guard
Governor Mark Warner (D-VA) spoke about the role of the National Guard and the changing nature of threats to national security, and military strategies to confront the threats. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience..
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