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National Defense and Foreign Relations
Flanked by foreign policy and defense veterans, Governor Bush proposed reducing the U.S. nuclear arsenal to the lowest level possible even if Russia does not agree to do the same. He also encouraged deploying a broad system for antimissile defense. Following his remarks Ms. Rice answered questions from reporters.
Type: Media
The Mortgage Market
Mr. Raines spoke about the growth of home ownership in America. He predicted that the base of ownership would continue to broaden. He defended the system against its detractors and claimed that other industrial nations had less consumer friendly models. He also responded to audience questions.
Type: Media
The Challenge of Cultural Renewal
Representative DeLay called for a candid conversation between two competing world views in the United States: the "cultural elite" and citizens that believe in "moral and universal" values. He cited the recent court ruling which deemed the Ohio state motto unconstitutional. He also said that the "fashionable" elite was attempting to overturn core American values. He responded to audience questions.
Type: Media
National and Global Economies
Secretary Snow spoke about the economy. He noted that the world economy is growing, but also spoke about areas of concern and slower growth. He also spoke about Bush Administration policies that are intended to spur economic growth both in the U.S. and abroad. He responded to questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Situation in Sudan
Representatives of the Sudanese government and members of the Coalition to Give Peace a Chance in Sudan disagreed with Secretary of State Powell's recent description of the situation in Darfur, Sudan as an example of genocide. They acknowledged a humanitarian crisis in the region, but disputed the idea that genocide was or had occurred. They also asserted that the government of Sudan did not participate in or condone any of the violence in the Darfur region. The panelists responded to audience questions.
Type: Media
Global War on Terror
Sec. Rumsfeld spoke to reporters about the accomplishments in the War on Terror. He described U.S. successes in ousting the Taliban in Afghanistan, in limiting nuclear development in Libya, and in invading Iraq. He discussed changes in the U.S. military since the end of the Cold War and how continued changes are necessary to effectively combat terrorism. He also responded to audience questions.
Type: Media
National Museum of the American Indian
Mr. West spoke about the National Museum of the American Indian and its mission, scheduled to open in its new location on the National Mall in two weeks. He described the Museum as critical to "the encouragement of a multi-cultural dialogue," and emphasized its philosophy that shows the history of the American Indian to be one of a "deep and wide cultural continuum." He acknowledged that Indians have often been relegated to the "shadows of American history," but added that the Museum helps to "add in a serious, rigorous, disciplined, and scholarly way the voices of native peoples themselves…
Type: Media
Homeland Security Issues
Sec. Ridge spoke to members of the press about homeland security and changes made in response to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. He described efforts to coordinate activities between intelligence and law enforcement agencies, and the need for further work in this area. He also spoke about his department's work to aid state and local first responders. He addressed changes in transportation security. Following his remarks, Sec. Ridge responded to audience questions.
Type: Media
The Great Divide: Retro vs. Metro America
John Sperling, Samuel George and Suzanne Helburn spoke about their new book, The Great Divide: Retro vs. Metro America. The authors, along with Democratic political pollster Celinda Lake, discussed what they see as a great divide in American politics. They defined "Retro" America as the South, Midwest, and Rocky Mountain States and "Metro" America as the East Coast, West Coast, and Great Lake States. They proposed a plan to stengthen the Democratic party in order to regain and maintain control of Washington. After the discussion, the panelists answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Border Patrol and Immigration Survey
Participants talked to reporters about the results of a survey of Immigration and Border security agents on the state of national security. The survey found several doubts about the state of homeland security, training and support for antiterrorism measures, and improving the effectiveness of operations. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters.
Type: Media