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July 4th at the National Press Club - Members Only
Have you ever wished there was a comfortable place to go after the July 4th parade and before the fireworks to cool off and get a drink? While the Club will be closed on Wednesday July 4, club members and their guests may enjoy a low-key July 4th event in the First Amendment Lounge. THIS IS A RESERVATION-ONLY EVENT AND YOU MUST RESERVE BY MONDAY JULY 2 AT NOON. The July 4 event will be from 4:30-10:30p.m. You and your family or guests can stop by on your way to the fireworks and cool off and enjoy drinks (beer, wine, sodas etc) and snacks while taking in the great views of DC from the First…
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Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus, Dr. Erato Kozakou-Marcoullis, will discuss prospects for a solution to the Cyprus question and how it would positively affect security, stability and cooperation in the Southeast Mediterranean. Also, recent and forthcoming meetings between leaders of the two parties in the context of UN negotiations; developments in the regional energy sector and their economic, political and strategic significance; and Cyprus' EU presidency in the second half of 2012.
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U.S. Solar Industry Leaders
U.S. Solar Industry Leaders to Discuss Need to Extend Renewable Energy Program,and the Overall State of the Solar Industry. Panel to release data to demonstrate historic growth of solar sector The National Press Club Newsmakers Committee will host a panel of leaders from solar energy companies to discuss what they say is the critical importance of Congress extending the Treasury Department’s 1603 Grant Program. The Newsmaker forum will take place in the club's Murrow Room at 10 a.m. Dec. 14 in the National Press Building, 529 14th St. NW, Washington, D.C. GTM Research will also unveil…
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James Hansen
Drawing a Line in the Tar Sands: Why Stopping the TransCanada Pipeline to the U.S. is Vital to the Future of Our Children and Planet Internationally known Climatologist Dr. James Hansen (Columbia University Earth Institute) makes the case against building the Keystone XL Pipeline which would transport “dirty oil” from Alberta, Canada, to Texas. As the deadline nears for President Obama to approve or disapprove licensing of the “Tar Sand” pipeline, Hansen warns that it will be “Game Over” for the environment, today’s children and future generations if the KXL pipeline project goes through…
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Panel Discussion: "Women Report The Civil War"
Panel Discussion: “Women Report The Civil War” The History & Heritage Committee presents this event in observance of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, as well as the 40th anniversary of the admission of women to the National Press Club. A panel of distinguished scholars and journalists will cover the topic “Women Report The Civil War” from an unusual variety of perspectives: the war coverage and careers of several prominent women journalists, including Jane Swisshelm and Laura Redden (aka Howard Glyndon); the contrast in war coverage between women’s and children’s monthly…
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How To Best Engage Readers Through Google News
How To Best Engage Readers Through Google News – Sept. 19 9:30 a.m. Murrow Room Google's algorithms work to surface unique content that match searcher needs in both web search and Google News, but news-specific ranking takes into account additional facets such as spikes in interest, recency, and authority. Google faces additional hurdles in indexing news content. For instance, Google can’t access content behind paywalls. What does that mean for syndicated and subscription content? Fortunately, Google has a number of options available for publishers, including source attribution tags, first-…
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NPC Luncheon with Congressman Ron Paul (R-TX)
Rep. Ron Paul (R-TX), candidate for the GOP presidential nomination, will discuss his strategies to deal with many of the nation’s problems at a National Press Club luncheon on Oct. 5. Paul’s campaign gained a boost on Aug. 13 when he placed a close second to Michele Bachmann in the Ames, Iowa, straw poll. In mid-July, Paul announced he would not seek another term in Congress to focus on winning the Republican nomination. Considered by some as the “intellectual godfather” of the Tea Party movement, Paul calls for limited constitutional government, low taxes, free markets, and a return to…
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World Trade Center Redevelopment
World Trade Center Redevelopment 10 Years Later: An insider’s account of the challenges, progress and status of the historic rebuilding effort. With less than six weeks until the 10th anniversary of the September 11th attacks, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Executive Director Chris Ward will discuss the rebuilding of the World Trade Center site and preview what the future holds for the new symbol of national resilience. In a National Press Club Newsmakers news conference, 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 26, 2011 in the Murrow Room in the National Press Building, 529 14th St., NW,…
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Dr. Lisa Anderson
The President of the American University in Cairo, Dr. Lisa Anderson, will discuss the view from Tahrir. Transitions to democracy in the Middle East and North Africa, and why the West needs to understand the particular historical, political and cultural motivations behind each uprising; and Libya--what led to the current situation there and the likely outcome. Contacts:National Press Club: PETER HICKMAN301/530-1210 (H&O/T&F), 301/367-7711 (CELL), 202/662-7540 (NPC), [email protected]. Anderson: MORGAN ROTH646/341-7436. [email protected] (30)
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U.S. - Iraq Business Relations
An Hour-long Discussion on U.S.-Iraq Business Relations & Untapped BusinessPotential in Iraq A unique panel discussion will be held on 12:00 - 01:00 p.m. on Wednesday July 13 in the Zenger Room, of National Press Club, 13th Floor, 529, 14th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. Representatives from Eng. Abdullah A. Jiburi General Contracting Company and 360 Architecture, partners in the Basrah Sports Complex, will share lessons learned and future investment opportunities in two new commercial ventures in Iraq. In addition, Ambassador Patricia Haslach Iraq Transition Coordinator, U.S. Department…
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