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America's Communities and Terrorism
Mr. Gonzales talked about the role of local, county and state governments in homeland security. He also discussed how cities along the nation's borders are responding since the terrorist attacks of September 11th. Following his prepared remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
The Future of Life
Mr. Wilson talked about his latest book, The Future of Life, published by Alfred A. Knopf. In his book, Mr. Wilson asserts that there needs to be a reconciliation between humanity and nature. During his talk, Mr. Wilson explored the ways in which humanity has affected the course of nature. The author mapped out a suggested plan of action for the modern world in order to prevent further habitat and species loss on a global scale. After the presentation Mr. Wilson answered questions from members of the audience. Mr. Wilson has won the Pulitzer Prize for his writing.
Type: Media
Housing Issues
Mr. Raines talked about the U.S. housing market and the reasons for its continuing growth. He described the role of Fannie Mae (Federal National Mortgage Association), a private mortgage lending assistance company. After his presentation he answered questions from members of the audience.
Type: Media
Nuclear Power Plant Security
Mr. Meserve talked about safety and security at nuclear power plants, the threat of terrorist attacks, and existing precautions and regulations to ensure power plant safety in the event of catastrophic events. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Outlook for 2002
Senator Kennedy talked about responses to September 11 terrorist attacks on the U.S., economic stimulus, education, health care, and the Democratic agenda. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
American Medicine and Public Health
Mr. Fauci talked about recent anthrax mail attacks and how they had altered American medicine and public health. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Women's Rights in Wartime
Ms. Gandy spoke about women's rights as the U.S. engaged in a war on terrorism. Among the topics she addressed were various reactions to the September 11 terrorist attacks, preserving civil liberties, and military women's issues. Following her remarks she answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Life After September 11th
Ms. Hawn, spokesman for the Words Can Heal organization, talked about American reaction to September 11 terrorist attacks and said that citizens should use the occasion and ensuing national unity to adopt a more civil form of speech. Following her remarks she and Rabbi Katsof answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Russia and the War on Terrorism
Mr. Khrushchev talked about Russia's role in international efforts to combat terrorism. He also talked about former relations between Russia and Western powers, previous Russian military actions, and the unique nature of war in Afghanistan. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Mental Health Issues
Mrs. Carter spoke about mental health issues and the twentieth anniversary of the Carter Center. Following her remarks she answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media