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1993 NGA's Winter Meeting
The governor spoke about his role as chairman of the National Governors' Association which will begin its winter meeting today.
Type: Media
From a Chef's Perspective
Chef Child spoke to the club about the role of food in both our national culture and within The White House. Mrs. Child began with an overview of her fifty years studying and teaching cooking techniques and procedures. At the end of her speech, she was presented two National Press Club dinner plates by the Press Club chef.
Type: Media
Clinton Inaugural Activities
Mr. Thomason and Ms. Bloodworth-Thomason, the general co-chairs of the 1993 Presidential Inaugural Committee, discussed the four days of presidential inaugural events that took place earlier in the week, including the inaugural balls and the entertainment events on the Mall in Washington, DC. The couple, who are personal friends of the Clintons, were the chairs of the committee organizing the events. They responded to questions from members of the audience following their prepared remarks.
Type: Media
Clinton Campaign Management
Mr. Carville, the manager for the Clinton campaign, shared his memories of the 1992 presidential race. The speaker recalled many humorous experiences during the campaign.
Type: Media
The World According to Jackie Mason
Mr. Mason commented on American political issues including race relations and President-elect Bill Clinton.
Type: Media
Investigative Journalism
Mr. Bonner discussed the current state of investigative journalism in a luncheon address. He had conducted an investigation into atrocities conducted in Central America during the conflict between the Sandinistas and the Contras in the 1980's. Following his prepared remarks, Mr. Bonner responded to questions from reporters.
Type: Media
International Monetary Issues
Mr. Camdessus spoke to a luncheon audience on issues in international finance, including international trade issues and the current status of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade. He speculated on whether the apparent U.S. economic revival would affect the worldwide recession in Europe and Japan. Following his prepared remarks, Mr. Camdessus responded to questions from members of the audience.
Type: Media
Georgian Parliament Chairman Perspective
Chairman Shevardnadze spoke to a "Newsmaker Dinner" about the conflicts in Georgia and the need for humanitarian aid.
Type: Media
Peace Corps at Thirty-Something
Ms. Bellamy is the first peace corps volunteer to serve as the organization's director. She spoke to the National Press Club concerning her life in the Peace Corps and the future of the organization. She is a former member of the New York Senate and a past president of the New York City Council. Most recently, she was a managing director in the public finance department at Bear Stearns and Company. Her remarks run about an hour.
Type: Media
Crime Legislation
Mr. Jackson discussed the "epidemic" of black on black crime in the U.S. and the resulting cries for crime legislation. He outlined what is wrong with numerous bills under consideration and discussed his alternatives.
Type: Media