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American-Cuban Relations
Mr. Machin spoke about U.S.-Cuba relations and about Cuban politics. He highlighted recent changes in Cuba including constitutional acceptance of religion, increased diplomatic ties to foreign nations, and greater freedom of association between Cubans and expatriate Cubans. After his remarks he answered questions about various issues including free speech in Cuba, immigration issues, and an ongoing dispute over returning Elian Gonzalez to his Cuban father.
Type: Media
U.S. Leadership in Advancing International Trade
Mr. Moore spoke about the role of the United States in the global economy. He said that the U.S. played a vital role in strengthening economies in developing countries and would play an even more vital role in introducing information technology in developing economies. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Taxation of Electronic Commerce
Governor Gilmore spoke about regulation and taxation of electronic commerce. Among the issues he addressed were the potential burdens of taxing Internet sales, the potential benefits of such taxes, and future plans to study the issue while a moratorium was in place. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
The Future of the Internet
Mr. Yang spoke about the rising numbers of people using the Internet, opportunities for electronic commerce, the Internet's ability to build communities based on shared interests, and future possibilities for Internet use. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Future Plans for the Smithsonian
Mr. Small talked about the mission of the Smithsonian and how it would fulfill its mission in the future. He said that the Smithsonian was committed to building a shared understanding of American identity and advancing the scientific contributions of Americans. He also spoke about a new building project at Dulles International Airport. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
The Future of NATO
Secretary-General George Robertson spoke about the challenges facing NATO and how threats to European security had changed after the Cold War. Among the topics he addressed were cooperation with Russia and other former Warsaw Pact nations, the need for continued participation by the U.S., and the current situation in Kosovo where peacekeeping forces faced daily challenges. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Vulgarity in Entertainment Today
Mr. Allen spoke about the balance between freedom and civil order. He said that some censorship was required to maintain a balance between the two and provided examples of everyday censorship, such as a media network edition shows and scripts for language and content. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Ethics and Technology in Radio
Mr. Klose talked about the operation of National Public Radio. Among the topics he addressed were cooperation among local stations, developments in radio technology, expansion into the Internet, and diverse programming. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Literacy Issues
Ms. Parton spoke about her efforts to improve youth literacy and other philanthropic activities undertaken by her Dollywood Foundation. After her remarks she answered questions about her music career and business ventures from the audience.
Type: Media
Terrorism, Narcotics and Trade in 2000
Mr. Kelly talked about the U.S. Customs Service and their role in detecting and intercepting contraband. Among the issues he addressed were combating terrorism, drug interdiction, and racial profiling at border crossings. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media