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NPC Headliners: “We Are Eating the Earth,” Michael Grunwald
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Bestselling author and award-winning journalist Michael Grunwald will discuss his new book We Are Eating the Earth at a Headliners Book Event on Thursday, July 10 at 6 p.m. We Are Eating the Earth explores how the global food system is accelerating climate change. It has cleared land the size of Asia and Europe combined and generates a third of all carbon emissions. Grunwald follows food and land expert Tim Searchinger, whose fight against flawed science and powerful agricultural interests reveals how some climate solutions may be doing more harm than good. He also spotlights real innovations…
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NPC Headliners: Abbe Lowell & Mark Zaid
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The Espionage Act has long been used by the government to prosecute whistleblowers for disclosing information to the press. In April, Attorney General Pam Bondi released a memo changing long-standing policy that limits Justice Department attorneys’ pursuit of records or testimony from journalists, including in cases involving leaks of classified information. In recent months, the Espionage Act has drawn increased media attention, particularly in connection with the SignalGate messages. On July 1, lawyers Abbe Lowell and Mark Zaid will discuss the Espionage Act at 6 p.m. at a National Press…
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NPC Headliners: David Rubenstein
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David M. Rubenstein will discuss his most recent book, philanthropic work and experiences in leadership from The Carlyle Group to the Orioles at a National Press Club Headliners Cocktails & Conversation on Tuesday, July 8 at 6 p.m. Rubenstein is an investor, philanthropist, interviewer, author, historian, a Baltimore native and the Chairman, CEO and principal owner of Major League Baseball’s Baltimore Orioles. He is Co-Founder and Co-Chairman of The Carlyle Group, one of the world’s largest and most successful private investment firms. Established in 1987, Carlyle now manages $441 billion…
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Embassy Night hosted by Ambassador of Ireland
Held at the Residence of the Ambassador of Ireland, this exclusive reception hosted by Embassy Night hosted by Geraldine Byrne Nason, the Ambassador of Ireland to the U.S., will offer Club members a chance to make valuable contacts with the Irish Ambassador and Embassy of Ireland staff. This event is off-the-record.
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Austin Tice Case at Year 13
A full-day conference examining new developments in the past year in Austin’s case in government, media, and intelligence.
The National Press Club and Press Freedom Center annually mark the day of Austin Tice’s abduction to keep his case at the forefront of public attention and to maintain pressure on those with the power to bring him home. This longstanding effort is carried out in close partnership with the Tice family, who use this moment each year to reflect on what has passed and prepare for what lies ahead. These commemorations have taken many forms, from intimate gatherings to panel discussions. Until now, however, the Press Club and its Press Freedom Center have never convened a full-day conference…
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NPC Headliners: “Giving Up Is Unforgivable,” Joyce Vance
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Former U.S. Attorney Joyce Vance will discuss democracy, civics, and her new book, Giving Up Is Unforgivable: A Manual for Keeping a Democracy, at a Headliners Book Event on Thursday, October 23 at 6 p.m. Vance is a former U.S. Attorney under President Barack Obama, now serving as a law professor at the University of Alabama, a legal analyst for MSNBC and NBC, and the author of the popular Substack, Civil Discourse. In Giving Up Is Unforgivable, she delivers a hopeful yet urgent message that merges civic history and practical guidance for preserving democracy. As the voice behind two…
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History and Heritage Team Meeting
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History and Heritage Team Meeting
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Photography Team Meeting
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Photo Team meeting presents report from Ukraine, Feb. 19 National Press Club member Flavius Mihaies tells about the impact of the war in Ukraine on the country's Orthodox church at a meeting of NPC's Photography Team on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 12:00 noon. The meeting takes place in the Cosgrove Lounge and registration is required. (Log-in as an NPC member and click on Get Tickets.) Mihaies is an independent journalist and consultant on sustainable development, food security, foreign policy, and conflict resolution. He visited Ukraine last year to learn about the little-reported schism in the…
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Tour of the Club's Archives
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Calling all History enthusiasts! NPC's archivist, Jeffrey Schlosberg, is leading a tour through The National Press Club Archives to share our Club's history and the history of journalism in the Washington DC area. Enjoy stories told through collections of archival materials from the National Press Club, the Washington Press Club (formerly the Women’s National Press Club), and The Gridiron Club that have been preserved throughout the Club's history beginning in 1908. Upon arrival, please gather in the 13th floor lobby where Jeffrey Schlosberg will connect with the group to begin the tour. …
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