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Whitewash
Brent Bozell and Tim Graham talked about their book Whitewash: What the Media Won't Tell You About Hillary Clinton, But Conservatives Will, published by Crown Forum. Brent Bozell, founder of the Media Research Center, says Hillary Clinton has received unprecedented media favoritism which has paved the way for her to become president. Mr. Bozell claims that the media have not thoroughly investigated Hillary Clinton and have given her numerous breaks in their questioning and coverage. He also commented on general problems with journalism competing for ratings. They responded to questions from…
Type: Media
Product Safety Challenges
Chairman Nord talked about 2007 as a year of major product safety challenges, and said that product safety was the second most heavily covered business story of the year. She talked about how CPSC is changing to address these problems, including the establishment of a new import surveillance division, an early warning system for product problems, and an agreement with her counterpart in China which will lead to more comprehensive testing of products before they leave China. She spoke about CPSC's mandate and size, both of which are often thought to be larger than they actually are. Following…
Type: Media
National Press Club at 100
Veteran Washington journalists told stories and reflected on the National Press Club's colorful history on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. The NPC was founded by 32 reporters who wanted a professional place to gather in Washington. Earlier the film, "The National Press Club at 100: A Century of Headlines," was shown to members.
Type: Media
Safety of Exports from China
Secretary Leavitt talked about the consumer safety talks that he had with Chinese leaders. The talks were a result of several high profile safety defects in Chinese imports. He focused on the effects of a globalized economic structure.
Type: Media
Impact of Severe Storms in the Caribbean
Morgan Freeman talked about the impact of severe storms and hurricanes in the Gulf of Mexico, Atlantic Ocean, and Caribbean Sea, and about his organization Planet Now's expanding mission to inform and assist residents in these regions in protecting their homes and businesses against storm disasters. He answered pre-written questions from members of the audience. Raymond Offenheiser spoke about Oxfam American's partnership with Planet Now on this initiative.
Type: Media
U.S. Financial Report
David Walker talked about the federal government's overall fiscal condition, and about the two documents to be released today. One is the Treasury Department's consolidated financial report of the U.S. government, including the Government Accountability Office's related audit report. The other is the GAO's new report titled, "A Call for Stewardship: Enhancing the Federal Government's Ability to Address Key Fiscal and Other 21st Century Challenges." He responded to questions submitted by audience members.
Type: Media
Case for an International Justice System
Dr. Fanton talked about the status of human rights in the world. He talked about the history of international justice and spoke optimistically about the future of these institutions, the International Criminal Court (ICC) as an example. He spoke on possible scenarios where the U.S. would sign the Rome Treaty and the jurisdiction of the ICC. He answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Media Coverage of Presidential Campaigns
A panel of journalists talked about the upcoming election year and the changes in campaign coverage. They discussed the presidential candidates and topics such as the value of celebrity endorsements, the effects of changes in technology, and the long time lag expected between the important primaries and the conventions. John King moderated. The panelists responded to questions from members of the audience. This event, "The Long(er) and Winding Road to the White House - Covering the Race for the 2008 Presidential Election," was held in the main ballroom of the National Press Club. It was…
Type: Media
Interfaith Opposition to Terrorism
Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, former Archbishop of Washington, talked about a partnership of Christian, Jewish, and Muslim Americans who oppose terrorism. During the luncheon, the Fiqh Council of North America will present a fatwa, or religious edict, against terrorism and declaring that it is Muslims' duty to help prevent terrorism directed at Americans. Imam Muzammil Siddiqi will read the fatwa. Right Reverend Samuel T. Lloyd and Rabbi Jack A. Luxemburg, Temple Beth Ami, Rockville, Maryland together read the Proclamation. Cardinal McCarrick, who since his retirement has been a special envoy…
Type: Media
Future of China
Mr. Wang talked about the unbalanced development of China's economy. He also talked about the social conflict that exists in China as the economy is developed. He said that there was political oppression against numerous groups of people. Mr. Wang answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media