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NPC Headliners Screening: "Anna"
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Join Bob Woodward, U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., and former CIA Director John Brennan at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20 for a screening of the biographical film “Anna” with opening remarks from Sean Penn and followed by a discussion on the dangers journalists face in the 21st century. The film depicts Russian journalist Anna Politkovskaya’s brave crusade as she risks her life to fight for an independent voice in Putin's Russia. Politkovskaya survived poisoning, detention and beatings, but was ultimately silenced, becoming one of more than 1,800 journalists killed so far this century.…
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Documentary Screening of "Democracy on Trial" & Panel Discussion
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Join the NPC Events Team for a screening of FRONTLINE's "Democracy on Trial" followed by a discussion with Producer Mike Wiser (joining the discussion virtually) and former Senior Investigative Counsel for the House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol Temidayo Aganga-Williams. Watch the trailer here. "FRONTLINE investigates the roots of the criminal cases against former President Trump stemming from his 2020 election loss. With the presidential race for 2024 underway, veteran political filmmaker Michael Kirk and his team examine the House Jan. 6…
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Fixing the Information Crisis Before It's Too Late (for Democracy)
Join Open Markets and The Guardian US on June 27 at the National Press Club in Washington for an urgent discussion to identify solutions to America’s information crisis. We will look at ways to bolster the supply of trustworthy journalism, address the problem of tech platforms manipulating and censoring what individuals read, and stop corporations from taking the work of journalists and publishers without compensation. This conference will focus on what we can do now to limit the harms this year, and how to prepare today to fully resolve the crisis after the next U.S. elections. We will…
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2024 "Press vs. Politicians" National Press Club Spelling Bee
Following the Spelling Bee, stay for the National Press Club's Debate Watch Party in the Ballroom at 8:30 p.m. Club members must be logged into their press.org account in order to access tickets at the member rate.
Relationships between politicians and the media who cover them have been tested throughout history, but on Thursday, June 27, 2024 in the National Press Club’s historic ballroom, fun and friendly competition will prevail as lawmakers and reporters compete in the uproariously entertaining Press vs. Politicians Spelling Bee. The first such event was held in 1913, with newly elected President Woodrow Wilson in the audience for the inaugural showdown, which was won by members of the House and Senate. The Press vs. Politicians Spelling Bee was reinstated on its 100th anniversary in 2013 and has…
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NPC Headliners Book Event: "Reinventing the Wheel," Patricia A. Broderick
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Judge Patricia A. Broderick, a senior judge of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, will discuss her new book “Reinventing the Wheel: Hard Roads Can Lead to Beautiful Places” at a National Press Club Headliners Book Event on Tuesday, June 25 at 6 p.m. She will be joined by Sen. Tom Harkin, one of the main authors of the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act. After suffering life-changing injuries in a car accident as a teenager, Broderick resolved to forge a new path through life as a woman in a wheelchair. What followed was a life of career achievement and personal adventure (…
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2022 Children's Holiday Event & Toy Drive
Kick your holiday spirit into full blast! Come enjoy the National Press Club's Children's Holiday Party and Toy Drive. Bring the whole family out on Saturday, December 17th from 11am to 2pm. You can expect kid-friendly hors d'oeuvres, music, activities, a holiday magic show, and Yes, Santa will be there taking holiday photos! Tickets are $15 per person. If you'd like to participate in the toy drive, we will have a drop box near the Club entrance. All donations will go to Children's National Hospital. Please check out "Dr. Bear's Closet Wish List & Guidelines" when deciding what to donate…
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Concert For Austin Tice
Marking the 12th year since Austin’s abduction in Syria with music by country music star Scotty Hasting Club members must be logged into their press.org account in order to access tickets at the member rate.
Join the National Press Club in marking 12 years since Austin Tice's abduction in Syria. Country music rising star Scotty Hasting, an Army veteran who served in Afghanistan will perform two sets. Between sets we will hear from speakers in Austin’s life including: his employers; his CO; government officials and his family. Tickets include a drink ticket and light fare. About Austin Tice Austin Tice was taken in Syria 12 years ago – on Aug. 14, 2012. As President Biden has said “we know with certainty Austin is being held by the government of Syria.” The program will provide an update on Austin…
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2024 Global Agricultural Productivity (GAP) Report
New data from the 2024 GAP Report offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with the widespread adoption of productivity-enhancing tools, and how "bundling" these tools with other interventions will accelerate sustainable agricultural productivity growth. What: Washington D.C. and Online – October 3, 2024 – The Global Agricultural Productivity Initiative at Virginia Tech (GAP Initiative) is proud to announce the launch of the 2024 Global Agricultural Productivity (GAP) Report. The launch event, to be held at the National Press Club in Washington D.C. and…
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NPC Headliners: Nobel Women Laureates on Freedom and Democracy
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From de-escalating war and conflict internationally to preserving peaceful elections at home, the leaders of the Nobel Women’s Initiative (NWI) are seeking to change the world. Join National Press Club President Emily Wilkins in a rare conversation with five Nobel Peace Prize laureates about the crucial role of women who are fighting for peace and democracy at a Headliners Luncheon on Friday, Sept. 13. The Headliners Luncheon highlighting women leading in change will feature Shirin Ebadi, the 2003 laureate from Iran; Leymah Gbowee, the 2011 laureate from Liberia; Tawakkol Karman, the 2011…
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The Inauguration of Mike Balsamo - 118th President of the National Press Club
On Friday evening February 7, 2025, one of the great traditions in Press Club culture will take place as hundreds from the journalism and educational communities join to celebrate the Inauguration of Mike Balsamo the 118th President of the National Press Club. Mike Balsamo is the national law enforcement editor for The Associated Press, helping to lead coverage of criminal justice, breaking news, and strategic initiatives across the U.S. With extensive experience in law enforcement reporting, Balsamo has covered some of the nation’s most significant stories, including the Justice Department…
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