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Supreme Court Confirmation Process
Panelists discuss the role of grassroots groups in the Supreme Court confirmation process.
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Supreme Court Nominations and Confirmations
Robert Bork spoke about the United States Supreme Court and the confirmation process. He said the court has made itself the most important and powerful branch of government in determining how the culture of the country develops. He talked about the politicization of the court, the confirmation process, and the court's influence in a culture war against the general public. Judge Bork also explained the judicial philosophies of originalism and judicial activism. He responded to questions and comments submitted by members of the audience about topics including the late Chief Justice Rehnquist…
Type: Media
End of World War II 60th Anniversary
Former Senator Dole, a veteran who was severely wounded in World War II, spoke about the 60th anniversary of V-J Day, the official end of the war. Among the issues he addressed were the work of the United Nations, wars that have occurred since the end of World War II, and the battle for freedom. Following his remarks, Senator Dole responded to questions and comments submitted by members of the audience. Mr. Ryan moderated the event.
Type: Media
U.S.-Canada Trade Relations
Ambassador Wilkins introduced himself to Canadian journalists and thanked Canada for their support in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. He spoke to the journalists about U.S.-Canada trade relations. He emphasized that the majority of relations were amicable and that negotiating areas of difference such as softwood lumber was more productive than litigating those differences. Following his remarks, Ambassador Wilkins responded to questions and comments from reporters.
Type: Media
Roberts Supreme Court Nomination
Professors Chemerinsky and Edleman spoke to reporters about opposition to the nomination of Judge John Roberts to the U.S. Supreme Court. They discussed a letter signed by over 100 professors urging the rejection of the nomination. Following their remarks, they responded to questions and comments from the reporters.
Type: Media
Immigration and National Security
Two reports from the Center for Immigration Studies about efforts to prevent further attacks on American soil were released on August 30, 2005. A panel, including the authors of the papers, discussed such topics as monitoring tracking immigrants within the United States, civil rights and law enforcement issues, as well as threats posed to various parts on the nation's infrastructure. Members of the panel also talked broadly about the nature of terrorism and past government responses to terrorist threats. Following their remarks, panelists responded to questions and comments from members of…
Type: Media
Renewable Energy
The National Corn Growers Association held an energy forum in the National Press Club Ballroom on "Net Energy Balance of Ethanol and Implications of Future Renewable Energy Research." A panel moderated by Mr. Corzine spoke on "Renewable Energy: Dynamic Possibilities." After each presentation, the panelist answered questions from members of the audience. Mr. Morris discussed the benefits and efficiency of ethanol production. He also claimed biomass production would not take away from livestock feed. Mr. Jobe and Mr. Conway continued to defend the use of ethanol and claimed the data Professor…
Type: Media
Ethanol and Energy Policy
The National Corn Growers Association held an energy forum in the National Press Club Ballroom on "Net Energy Balance of Ethanol and Implications of Future Renewable Energy Research." A panel moderated by Mr. Nalley spoke on "The Net Balance of Ethanol." Mr. Dale argued against the use of net energy as a policy guide since not all energy is equal. Mr. Patzek, using graphs, showed that the claimed increase in miles per gallon gained by using ethanol could be achieved with proper tire inflation. After Mr. Pimentel continued about the high input costs of producing ethanol and the marginal…
Type: Media
Medicaid and Federal Spending Programs
Mr. Gingrich talked about the future of the Medicaid system and federal spending levels, health care reform, the role of the federal government in protecting and providing for citizens, and other issues. He also responded to questions submitted from the audience.
Type: Media
Blacks and the Supreme Court
Participants talked about issues affecting the black and minority communities in the previous Supreme Court term. They talked about the nomination of Judge John Roberts to replace Justice O'Connor who had announced her intention to retire in October, 2005. Among the topics they addressed were the judicial temperament of Supreme Court justices, criminal justice and discrimination cases brought before the court, the impact of decisions on minority communities, and the future of civil rights law. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media