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Current Global Economic Crisis
Mr. Speth spoke about the problems of global poverty and the global economy. He said the U.S. ranked last in development assistance noting that less than one percent of the budget went to foreign affairs. He encouraged the U.S to invest more in developing countries in order to stimulate economic growth both abroad and at home. He stated that global inequity only hampered efforts to create a civil society. After his remarks he answered questions submitted from the audience.
Type: Media
The World's Largest Economic Partnership
Ambassador Giffin spoke about the Economic and Security situations between Canada and the United States. After his prepared remarks questions were taken from the audience.
Type: Media
Situation in Kosovo
Prime Minister Bukoshi talked about the humanitarian crisis in Kosovo. He described the living conditions of many ethnic Albanians living in Kosovo and what he considered appropriate actions by NATO and the West. He warned of growing regional instability should no action or too little action be taken. After his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
U.S. Army Issues
General Reimer spoke about the military readiness of American troops. He focused on how the strategy of the military has changed since the Cold War. The strategy now deals with preparing for the future, shaping the environment, and responding to crisis. After his prepared remarks questions were taken from the audience.
Type: Media
Yugoslavia and Balkan Issues
Mr. Javanovic talked about the peace process in the Yugoslavia, the situation in Kosovo, and other issues affecting his country and the Balkans. After his prepared remarks, he took questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Danger of Political Myopia
Senator Lieberman talked about the importance of congressional bipartisanship and U.S. involvement in global affairs. After his prepared remarks, he took questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Scholarship Choices for Low Income Children
Mr. Fortsmann spoke about the creation of the scholarship program to help low income children receive a college education. He designed the program to benefit single mothers and low income families that were trying to help their children go to school but lacked the necessary finances.
Type: Media
Cold War Experiences
Former Secretary Baker spoke about the Cold War Era and the lessons which were gained from the period. He felt that the Cold War demonstrated that solid leadership is imperative to any society in order for it to succeed.
Type: Media
National Endowment for the Arts
William Ivey talked about American art and its importance to our country's culture and values. Our creativity is our "nation's greatest resource". He described the importance of the NEA as equal to the importance of the Department of Defense. After his prepared remarks he took questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Religion and Politics
Mr. Tate discussed the importance of family values and religion in politics. After his prepared remarks, he took questions from the audience.
Type: Media