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Book Rap: Marion Barry "Mayor for Life: The Incredible Story of Marion Barry, Jr."
Four-time mayor of Washington, DC, Marion Barry, Jr. tells his shocking and courageous life story, beginning in the cotton fields in Mississippi to the executive offices of one of the most powerful cities in the world. A book signing will follow the discussion. Known nationally as the disgraced mayor caught on camera smoking crack cocaine in a downtown hotel room with a mistress, Marion Barry Jr. has led a controversial career. This provocative, captivating narrative follows the Civil Rights activist, going back to his Mississippi roots, his Memphis upbringing, and his academic school days,…
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NPC Luncheon with Dr. Ben Carson, Neurosurgeon and Author
Dr. Ben Carson, noted neurosurgeon and author of the new book "One Nation: What We Can All Do to Save America's Future," will be the guest speaker at a National Press Club luncheon on May 28. Dr. Carson was director of pediatric surgery at Johns Hopkins University Hospital until he retired last year. In 2008, Dr. Carson was awarded the Medal of Freedom by President George W. Bush. Dr. Carson has received 38 honorary degrees and dozens of merit citations. He now works as a columnist, author and speaker. Dr. Carson finished third, with 9 percent, in the 2016 Republican presidential straw poll…
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NPC Book Event with Media Maven Tom Rosenstiel
Tom Rosenstiel, co-author of the revered classic The Elements of Journalism, will share his first work of fiction, Shining City, at a National Press Club book event on Thursday, March 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the NPC’s Conference Rooms. Rosenstiel has been a longtime observer of Washington’s political scene, and his intimate knowledge of the system’s inner workings pay off in this fast-paced political thriller. Readers follow the story of two fixers with a proven track record - Peter Rena and his lively partner – as they are tasked with their biggest job yet: to vet the president’s Supreme Court…
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NPC Book Rap with Fox News Channel's Bret Baier
NPC New Member Happy Hour
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NPC Newsmaker with Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz
Event video is being processed - please chack back for it soon at press.org. Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz will speak at a National Press Club newsmaker and take questions on Wednesday, Jan. 11 at 11:00 a.m. In one of his final public speaking appearances in Washington, Moniz will discuss how an increased focus on science and research and development has informed better policymaking and technology solutions, and how to protect the independence and integrity of scientists at the Department of Energy and its 17 National Labs. Secretary Moniz will unveil a new report on the work of the…
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The Inauguration of Jeffrey Ballou, 110th President of The National Press Club
The Board of Governors of The National Press Club requests of the pleasure of your company at Club of Champions A gala to mark the inauguration of Jeffrey Ballou News Editor at Al Jazeera Media Network English language channel and 110th President of the National Press Club Saturday, January 14th, 2017 Cocktails at 6:30 p.m. Dinner at 7:30 p.m. Dancing with Beats by DJ Scientific to follow Black Tie National Press Club 529 14th St., NW Washington, District of Columbia Illustration by Steve Lieber Sponsorship and donation opportunities Help make the gala more memorable via a personal donation…
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NPC Book Rap with Amani Al-Khatahtbeh, author of Muslim Girl
Amani Al-Khatahtbeh, founder and editor of MuslimGirl.com, will discuss her book, Muslim Girl: A Coming of Age, at a National Press Club Book Rap on Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 6:30 p.m., in the NPC’s Conference Rooms. Set against the current political climate, where the president-elect has suggested banning Muslims from entering the United States, creating a Muslim registry database and identification cards for Muslims, Al-Khatahtbeh plans to discuss how Islamophobia after 9/11 impacted her as a child and how the blog she founded, MuslimGirl.com, turned into a cultural phenomenon, which led to…
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The Trump Victory and 2016 Election - What the Media Got Right & Wrong
Panel moderator and Washington Post media columnist Margaret Sullivan, Hillary Clinton campaign reporter Abby Phillip of the Washington Post, RNC National Spokeswoman Lindsay Walters, CNN Politics Senior Digital Correspondent Chris Moody and former Bill Clinton White House press secretary and Commission on Presidential Debates co-chair Mike McCurry will look back on a truly unprecedented presidential campaign cycle. The National Press Club’s Broadcast Committee invites you to join them and your fellow Club members for a lively panel discussion regarding synergies and conflicts between the…
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National Press Club Communicators Summit
National Press Club Communicators Summit to Focus on Crisis Communications On Tuesday, November 15, the National Press Club will host its Communicators Summit, focusing on the theme of crisis communications. The Summit will take place at the National Press Club, 529 14th Street, NW -- 13th floor. 8:30-9:00 a.m. – Registration/Networking/Continental Breakfast 9:00-9:05 a.m. – Welcome remarks 9:05-10:20 a.m. – Session I: A conversation with Michael A. Nutter, former mayor of Philadelphia During his time in office, Mayor Michael A. Nutter was charged with leading the city of Philadelphia through…
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NPC Luncheon with MGM Resorts Chairman & CEO James Murren
James Murren, the chairman and CEO of MGM Resorts International, will speak at a National Press Club luncheon on Friday, Dec. 2. Murren will talk about MGM National Harbor, a $1.4 billion integrated resort and casino, which is scheduled to open on Dec. 8, and offer his perspectives on the business of travel and tourism. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m., with remarks beginning at 1 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session ending at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $24 for Press Club members (NPC Members may purchase 2 tickets at this rate) and $38 for all other non-member tickets. For questions,…
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