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Federal Government Spending Priorities
Mr. Cohen talked about the need for education and social programs and said that defense spending should be diverted in order to fund them. He said that for the cost of one attack submarine all the schools in the U.S. could be repaired. After his comments he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Women and Labor Relations
Ms. Trudell talked about her company and about how they implement their core values of commitment and partnership. She also talked about women in leadership positions. After her remarks she answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Security in East Timor
Mr. Kumar talked to reporters about the safety and security of East Timor. He focused on the unstable history of this region in Indonesia and upcoming elections to determine if East Timor will remain part of Indonesia or become independent. After his prepared remarks he answered reporters' questions.
Type: Media
Conflict Between Eritrea and Ethopia
President Afwerki announced that Eritrea had accepted an internationally endorsed peace plan to end tensions between Eritrea an Ethiopia. He said that the prospects for peace were, therefore, greater than at any time in the past. After his remarks he answered questions from reporters.
Type: Media
State of the Nation's Youth
Ms. Park talked about the results of the State of the Nation's Youth Report. The survey examined how teens view the world and their futures. They also talked to students about their concerns with school violence, and the importance of family in their lives.
Type: Media
Tour de France Winner
Mr. Armstrong talked about his cycling career and his battle with cancer. After his prepared remarks he took questions submitted by audience members.
Type: Media
Report on Year 2000 Computer Problem Readiness
Mr. Koskinen talked about the year 2000 computer problem. He outlined a report from his council that stated that the majority of American industry had completed preparations, and that federal agencies will also be ready on time. He reported that state governments and agencies are also making good progress and that services should not experience a major disruption.
Type: Media
Quayle Campaign Speech
Mr. Quayle talked about his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination. His speech focused on his experience as Vice President, character issues, and the message he hoped to deliver to the American people. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Kosovo War Crimes: Prospects for Justice
Panelists talked about war crimes committed in Yugoslavia and the international war crimes tribunal's investigation of crimes committed in Kosovo. Among the issues they addressed were the forensic evidence of crimes, how to prosecute the crimes, and the future prospects for peace in the region. After their comments they answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Internal Revenue Service Reform
Mr. Rossotti talked about restructuring the Internal Revenue Service focusing on changes in the mission statement and training of personnel. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media