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The World Bank in the 21st Century
Mr. Wolfensohn spoke about the role of the World Bank. He argued that the policies of his organization were helpful to all parties. He explained the numerous difficulties that the developing world faced, and how the World Bank could best alleviate those problems.
Type: Media
Standing for Something
President Hinckley spoke about his church's growth and its efforts to provide both education and assistance to the poor, particularly in developing nations overseas. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Reform of Local Police Policy
Mr. Price and others called on the Clinton administration to use its power to reform policy and practice regarding recruitment, training and supervision of police officers and use of firearms, especially in minority and urban communities. They cited several recent events in which police officers had abused their power and been acquitted of wrong-doing. After their remarks they answered questions from reporters.
Type: Media
Northern Ireland Peace Process
Mr. McGuinness spoke about the Irish Republican Army's refusal to begin disarmament or set a date for disarmament, as well as the mandates of the Good Friday Agreement. He also talked about the political situation in the Northern Ireland Assembly and the decision by British officials to dissolve the Assembly over the issue of disarmament. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
The Future of the U.S. Coast Guard
Commandant Loy talked about the often misunderstood roles of the Coast Guard and new functions and difficulties that may arise in the future. He explored environmental issues, drug and illegal immigrant interception, and search and rescue operations. He also responded to media questions.
Type: Media
The Golden Dollar
Mr. Diehl spoke about the operation of the U.S. Mint, recent transformations at the mint, and the development of a new gold dollar. After his comments he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Neil Armstrong Announces the Greatest Engineering Achievements of the 20th Century
Engineer Neil A. Armstrong announced the Greatest Engineering Achievements of the 20th Century at the National Press Club on February 22, 2000. His speech, entitled "The Engineered Century," outlined the National Academy of Engineering's top 20 choices. Topping the list were: electronics, water purification, the airplane, the automobile and electrification.
Type: Media
Austrian Politics
Ambassador Moser spoke about the current political troubles in Austria, where the establishment of a new center-right coalition government brought a new cabinet with controversial appointments. After his remarks he answered questions from reporters.
Type: Media
Reconnecting the African-American Community
Mr. Johnson talked about the history and mission of Black Entertainment Television and about future operations, including plans to expand on the Internet. He also talked about how cable television and the Internet had added to the diversity of America. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
The Internet and an Open Society
Mr. Kennard talked about the impacts of the 1996 Telecommunications Act on the communications industry. Among the topics he addressed were the increased competition in the industry and the Internet's impact on the job market, consumer markets, and industry competition. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media