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Economic Issues
Mr. Jackson spoke about the ever widening gap between the wealthy and the poor in our society. He particularly mentioned the conditions in Appalachia. He stated that the U.S. needs universal health care and improvement in education. Mr. Jackson responded to questions from the moderator.
Type: Media
Security Issues in South Asia
Prime Minister Sharif talked about nuclear and regional security issues in South Asia. He also spoke about U.S. and Pakistani relations. After his prepared remarks he responded to questions from reporters.
Type: Media
Social Security Issues
Mr. Apfel talked about the importance of strengthening Social Security for the generations to come. He stated that Social Security is not in crisis at the present, however, the time to save it is now. He also explained that broad-based public support is needed to save Social Security because there is skepticism in some people's minds. Mr. Apfel responded to written questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Why Homeownership Matters
Mr. Johnson discussed home ownership, stressing that it helps decrease crime in neighborhoods, raises school standards, and furthers the cause of civil rights. After his remarks he answered questions submitted from the audience.
Type: Media
Impeachment Hearings
Senator Biden discussed the impeachment inquiry of President Clinton. He urged the members of the House to quit bickering and get to the heart of the issue. He also stressed that Congress should solve the matter speedily and resolve the inquiry in a fair non-partisan matter. After his prepared remarks questions were taken from the audience.
Type: Media
A Man in Full
In a humorous speech, Mr. Wolfe talked about his new book, A Man in Full, and also about the writing industry. He focused on how novelists need to branch out from what they know to stand out from other writers. He also stressed the need for good information in writing a novel and not to rely on talent alone. After his prepared remarks, he took questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Economic Reform in South Korea
Ambassador Lee spoke about President Clinton's upcoming visit to South Korea and the economic situation in South Korea. He mentioned the importance of the future APEC Summit to Asia. He commented on South Korea's policy toward North Korea.
Type: Media
Emergency Management
Mr. Witt talked about how FEMA is preparing for disasters before they strike. He stated that FEMA is trying to do more for the prevention of disasters. After his prepared remarks he took questions from the Mr. Harbrecht.
Type: Media
Election Day Results
Chairman Nicholson and Chairman Grossman commented on the 1998 midterm elections. Chairman Grossman said that Democrats had been successful nationwide because of their grassroots organization, voter turnout, and the power of their message. Chairman Nicholson said that Republicans had not lost the election, rather they stood to gain because they had taken several Governor's seats and retained a majority in the House and Senate. After their remarks they answered questions submitted from the audience.
Type: Media
Foreign Policy Issues
Mr. Berger discussed the role of NATO in dealing with the situation in Kosovo. He also discussed the global financial situation and the need to reshape global financial institutions. After his prepared remarks questions were taken from reporters.
Type: Media