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HIV/AIDS Issues
At a dinner program actor Ashley Judd, global ambassador for YouthAIDS, described its program and what she has seen in travels to areas where HIV is pandemic. She said that young people ages 15 to 24 should be particularly targeted for HIV/AIDS prevention. She wants the U.S. government to appropriate more money for HIV prevention and care overseas. After her presentation she answered audience members' questions.
Type: Media
Gerald R. Ford Journalism Awards
Vice President Dick Cheney spoke at the presentation of the 18th annual Gerald R. Ford Journalism awards to Ms. Calmes and Ms. Robinson. Vice President Cheney served as President Ford's chief of staff. He talked briefly about the Ford legacy and then answered questions on a number of issues, including current Bush administration policies, from the audience.
Type: Media
Shockwave: Countdown to Hiroshima
Stephen Walker talked about his book Shockwave: Countdown to Hiroshima, published by HarperCollins. The book begins with the first atomic bomb test in New Mexico on July 16, 1945, and documents the key events of the next three weeks leading up to August 6, 1945, the day Little Boy was detonated above Hiroshima. He used the personal stories of individuals to illuminate the historic events. After talking about how he wrote the book and reading some passages, Mr. Walker answered questions from members of the audience.
Type: Media
Protecting Cities
Mayor O'Malley talked about the challenges and opportunities faced by the U.S. in protecting the cities from future terrorist attacks. Among the issues he addressed were the role of state and local authorities in preparing for terrorist attacks and other emergencies, federal assistance to states, and his efforts to build better infrastructures and plans in Baltimore. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Veterans Issues
Secretary of Veterans Affairs Jim Nicholson talked about veterans' issues, the operation of the Veterans Administration, medical treatment for injured personnel serving in Iraq, and veterans' services and benefits. He also responded to questions from the audience. As a former ambassador to the Vatican, he also made brief comments on the election of Pope Benedict XVI in Rome.
Type: Media
My Life So Far
Jane Fonda, actor and activist, talked about her autobiography My Life So Far, published by Random House. In it, Ms. Fonda focused on her childhood as the daughter of actor Henry Fonda, her days spent as an actress, her activism during the Vietnam War, and her marriages to activist Tom Hayden and entrepreneur Ted Turner. She also responded to questions submitted by members of the audience.
Type: Media
Future of the Democratic Party
Senator Kennedy talked about the future of the Democratic Party, the results of the 2004 elections, and carrying the Democratic message to a broader coalition of Americans. He also talked about progressive policies and called on both parties to enact such measures. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Social Security and Retirement Issues
Secretary Chao talked about retirement security issues that affect millions of Americans. She also mentioned private pension plans, 401(k)s, and others. She emphasized President Bush's proposals to strengthen IRAs for the ordinary citizen, noting that many old-fashioned company pension funds had failed. The president's proposals include reforming funding rules and increasing disclosure to workers and investors. She described the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), of which she is chairman of the board of directors. This corporation assumes liabilities for failed private sector…
Type: Media
Economic Issues in Iraq
Mr. Al-Mahdi spoke about Iraqi reconstruction efforts, financing improvements to the Iraqi infrastructure, debt forgiveness, and the security situation in the country. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Life in America Since September 11th
In an optimistic and humorous speech, the first lady talked about how life has changed in the U.S. since September 11 terrorist attacks. She cited many examples of children and adults coping with their feelings and helping each other. After her remarks she answered questions from members of the audience.
Type: Media