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Constitutionality of Health Care Reform Bill
South Carolina Attorney General Henry McMaster talked about the review of state attorneys general into the constitutionality of health care legislation being considered by Congress. Mr. McMaster and 13 state attorneys general recently expressed constitutional concerns over an agreement reached by Senate negotiators to include a provision in the Senate bill, known as the "Cornhusker Kickback," that would have the federal government cover the costs of Medicaid expansion in Nebraska. The attorney generals have requested its removal in order to prevent litigation by the states.
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All Things at Once
The MSNBC co-host of "Morning Joe" discussec her new memoir, detailing her childhood as daughter of President Carter's national security adviser and her pursuit of a career in journalism.† This†event was held†at the National Press Club.
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Richard Trumka Remarks on Labor Issues
Richard Trumka talked about major domestic legislative initiatives and labor issues. In his remarks he criticized pending health care reform legislation, saying that financing provisions to tax some health care insurance plans would hurt working families. He also spoke about other issues, including a jobs bill, card check, international trade, and unionization. Following his remarks, he responded to questions submitted by members of the audience.
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Energy Efficiency and Climate Change
Experts from government, industry and academia outlined ways to develop energy efficiency. Topics included sustainability, clean-energy resource integration, eco-commercial building and smart grid technology. Following presentations they answered questions from reporters in the audience.
Type: Media
Small Business Administration Agenda
Karen Mills talked about efforts of the Small Business Administration (SBA) to boost the small business sector and create jobs. In her remarks she addressed actions the SBA took following the financial crisis to encourage banks to begin lending to small businesses again. She responded to questions submitted by audience members.
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Educational Television and Technology
Gary E. Knell, President and CEO of Sesame Workshop, talked about the challenges of using new and ever-changing media to keep Sesame Street relevant to today's young children. Sesame Street this year celebrates its 40th anniversary on television. After four decades using media to teach, Sesame Street now extends far beyond the television set to bring its entertaining way of teaching to popular media platforms like cell phones and mobile gaming devices. Mr. Knell also discussed where he sees children's media going next as Sesame Workshop continues to seek new ways to reach children where they…
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Prince Albert of Monaco Remarks on Global Climate Change
Prince Albert II of Monaco delivered a National Press Club luncheon address on the environment and global climate change. Following his remarks he responded to questions submitted by audience members.
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Breast Cancer Prevention and Federal Screening Guidelines
Ambassador Nancy G. Brinker, founding chair of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, talked about her opposition to the federal breast cancer screening guidelines released last week by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. The task force recommended that self breast examinations and annual mammograms for women in their 40s are unnecessary. Following Ambassador Brinker's remarks she responded to questions submitted by members of the audience.
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Jim Leach Remarks on Cultural Diversity
Jim Leach, chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities and former Iowa representative, spoke at a National Press club luncheon. He talked about the need to bridge different cultures. He also responded to questions from the audience.
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The Madoff Chronicles
Brian Ross talked about his book The Madoff Chronicles: Inside the Secret World of Bernie and Ruth (Hyperion; September 29, 2009). As chief investigative correspondent for ABC News, Brian Ross started investigating the greatest financial fraud in history when Bernie Madoff was arrested on December 11, 2008, for stealing fifty billion dollars. Included in the book are details of the relationship between Bernard L. Madoff and his wife Ruth, their motivations, the other people involved, and the contents of "Bernie's little black book" which Mr. Ross obtained from Mr. Madoff's secretary.
Type: Media