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Dr. Kemal Kerkuki
Speaker of the Kurdistan Parliament Strongly Opposes U.S. Withdrawal from Iraq; Says Violence is Likely to Escalate, Calls on U.S. & Iraqi Leadership to Reconsider (Washington, DC) – Speaker of the Kurdistan Parliament Dr. Kemal Kerkuki calls on the U.S. and the Iraqi leadership to carefully reconsider proposed withdrawal of U.S. forces arguing that violence will likely increase, jeopardizing hard fought gains toward democracy and human rights. Kerkuki will discuss U.S.-Iraqi relations at a National Press Club Newsmakers news conference, 10 a.m. Friday, September 23, 2011, National Press…
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Young Member Film Series - "Hot Coffee"
On Monday, Sept. 12 at 7 pm, the National Press Club's young members committee and director Susan Saladoff will present the documentary feature film Hot Coffee. The movie, which had its broadcast premier on HBO on June 27, will begin at 7 pm and runs for 95 minutes. Saladoff will participate in a question-and-answer session following the screening. One of the featured presentations at the 2011 AFI Silverdocs festival in Silver Spring, MD, called the "pre-eminent documentary festival in the United States" by Screen International, Hot Coffee investigates the various ways that corporate…
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NPC Luncheon with The Honorable Gary Johnson, Republican presidential candidate
Gary Johnson, a 2012 Republican presidential candidate, will speak at a National Press Club luncheon on Friday, August 19. Johnson, who served two terms as governor of New Mexico, says he has a record of staying out of the way to allow the private sector to create jobs. During his governorship, New Mexico experienced 11.6% job growth. Johnson also is known for his controversial support for legalizing marijuana. Luncheon will be served served at 12:30 p.m., with the speech beginning at 1 p.m. and ending at 2 p.m. Cost of tickets is $18 for Press Club members, $29, for guests of members, and $…
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National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Executive Director, Rea Carey
Newsmaker: Rea Carey, executive director, National Gay and Lesbian Task Force TOPIC: Advancing Equality in Employment and Immigration DATE: Tuesday, June 28 TIME: 10 a.m. ROOM: Lisagor Room Rea Carey, executive director of the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, will talk about the efforts under way to pass the federal Employment Non-Discrimination Act and other legislation to advance equality of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in the current political landscape. She will also address the importance of working with allies and across movements to achieve equality and…
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Panel Discussion on Islam, Pakistan and Faith-based Diplomacy
Washington Post journalist Sally Quinn will moderate a panel discussion on the role of faith-based diplomacy and using religion to resolve conflicts, including those involving Islamic extremists in Pakistan. The event, sponsored by the Club¹s International Correspondents Committee, coincides with the publication of the book, "Religion, Terror and Error: U.S. Foreign Policy and the Challenge of Spiritual Engagement" by Dr. Douglas M. Johnston, President of the International Center for Religion & Diplomacy (ICRD). Quinn, who writes the On Faith blog for The Washington Post, will interview…
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Committee Orientation Reception
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Daring to Draw: An Evening with Political Cartoonists from Around the World
Daring to Draw: An Evening with Political Cartoonists from Around the WorldMonday, June 20, 20115:30pm - 7:30pmHoleman Lounge, The National Press ClubFree for Members Non Members: $10 --- Press Club Hosts Political Cartoonists From Around the World Political cartoonists have the unique ability to capture complex issues in a picture and a few short words. In many parts of the world, they contribute political commentary that few print or broadcast journalists would dare. The U.S. Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) is hosting a group of 20 political…
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The NO BOUNDARIES 5k Run/Walk Training Clinic
FLEET FEET Sports Adams Morgan in conjunction with NEW BALANCE and OnPoint FITNESS is proud to present three NO BOUNDARIES Beginners Running Clinics to benefit walkers/runners participating in the NPC’s BEAT THE DEADLINE 5K. The purpose of each clinic is to introduce participants to the lifetime fitness activities of running and walking and to give them the tools to prepare themselves to walk/run a 5K event. The NO BOUNDARIES™ 5k Run/Walk Training Clinics will offer participants guidance and advice from experienced coaches on topics such as proper running form, progression, choosing the…
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The Future of Nuclear Power
The Future of Nuclear Power Financial, Academic, Environmental Experts to Speak at National Press Club on Impacts of Japan Crisis The National Press Club Newsmakers Committee will host a panel of experts to discuss the future of nuclear power in light of the crisis in Japan at a Newsmaker forum in the club's Lisagor Room at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 14, in the National Press Building, 529 14th St. NW, Washington, D.C. The panel will consist of Resources for the Future president and former Indiana Rep. Phil Sharp, energy financial analyst Kevin Book and Greenpeace nuclear expert Jim Riccio.…
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Leveraging Digital Advertising Effectively: From the Tried and True to the Next Big Trend
What’s the best digital arsenal for your audience and budget? Should you be employing ad networks, mobile advertising, sponsored tweets, or iPad apps? We will share lessons learned from banner campaigns to social media campaigns – best practices that you can apply today. Then we’ll take a look at what’s next and how it impacts the communications campaign of tomorrow.
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