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Political Conditions in Iran
Reza Pahlavi spoke about political conditions in Iran, regional stability, and U.S. policy towards Iran. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Smashmouth
Mr. Milbank, White House correspondent for the Washington Post, discussed his book Smashmouth: Two Years in the Gutter with Al Gore and George W. Bush Notes from the 2000 Campaign Trail, published by Basic Books. He spoke of the two major points in his book, which were food and negative politics. Milbank said that he noticed that journalist were fed great amounts of food which made them "docile" and "sluggish" creating better press for the candidates. In the book, Mr. Milbank discusses the impact of negative campaigning on leadership, government, and the public.
Type: Media
Reform in Intercollegiate Athletics
Mr. Brand spoke about the role of athletics and academics at universities and colleges. He warned the increasing commercialization of several college sports had created an "arms race" to improve sports programs that hurt academic programs. He also talked about ways to curb these trends. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Health Care Reform in the New Century
Mr. Taurel talked about prescription drug benefits for senior citizens, advocating an immediate "fix" in this area. He talked about other health care reforms in the new century, such as upgraded "Medigap" insurance. He also talked about the effects of health care policy debate on the 2000 elections and the need for complete renovation of Medicare. He responded to questions from the audience. Lighting in the first five minutes of the program is very dim.
Type: Media
Humor in Public Life
Secretary Glickman talked about the role that humor plays in public life and its importance in leadership roles. He also reflected on humorous stories from his tenure as Secretary of Agriculture. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience. Secretary Glickman was also a U.S. Representative (D-KS) from 1977 to 1995.
Type: Media
Bipartisanship and National Security
Secretary Cohen talked about the climate of security in various areas of the world, including Eastern Europe and NATO. He also talked about terrorism in the post-Cold War era. He responded to audience questions.
Type: Media
Media Coverage of Presidential Transition
Participants spoke about the process of presidential transitions and the issues the media might focus on. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Holiday Retail Sales
Ms. Mullin talked about the retail sales performance for the holiday season of 2000. She spoke about a slower than usual start to the season but the expectation that sales will rise in the remaining weeks before the holidays. Following her prepared remarks she answered questions from reporters.
Type: Media
Community Building and Civic Engagement
Panelists discussed the report, "Better Together," published by a seminar on civic engagement in America. They talked about the increased isolation of persons from their neighbors and the decline of community and political participation. Robert Putnam, author of Bowling Alone, is chairman of the Kennedy School of Government seminar that has been studying community involvement for three years. The panelists answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Cultural Bill of Rights
Mr. Ivey spoke about the importance of the arts, their role in education, and their value to communities. Following his remarks he answered questions from audience members.
Type: Media