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The Onion's Baratunde Thurston, author and comedian, introduces book Feb. 13
Baratunde Thurston, of Jack and Jill Politics and The Onion, will discuss his new satirical book, “How to Be Black,” as part of the NPC Book & Author series on February 13, 6:30 p.m, in the Conference Rooms. Thurston shares his 30-plus years of expertise in being black, with helpful essays like “How to Be the Black Friend,” “How to Speak for All Black People,” “How To Celebrate Black History Month,” and more, in his humorous guide to race issues. The book also critiques the media's portrayal of blackness as one-dimensional. Reservations are required and may be made at [email protected] or by…
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CEO to discuss challenges for business in North Africa, Mideast at Feb. 7 Newsmaker
Richard Fenning, chief executive officer of Control Risks, will discuss how the civil unrest of the Arab Spring has affected the way people do business in North Africa and the Middle East. “Planning for low-probability but high-impact events must be part of any sensible strategic forecast,” he said. The Newsmaker begins at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, in the National Press Club's Lisagor Room. Contact: Kimberly Mikec, [email protected]
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Mind-body medicine pioneer Deepak Chopra slated for April 4 luncheon
Internationally known mind-body physician Deepak Chopra will address the healing power of spirituality at a National Press Club luncheon on April 4. The event will coincide with publication of his latest book, "Spiritual Solutions: Answers to Life’s Greatest Challenges." Copies of the book will be available for sale and signing immediately following the luncheon. A leading advocate of mind/body/spiritual healing, Chopra has written more than 65 books — 19 of which made the New York best-sellers list. His books have been published in 85 languages. He is co-founder of the Chopra Center for…
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Former congressmen Kennedy, Ramstad to discuss mental health issues at March 14 luncheon
Former Reps. Patrick Kennedy (D-RI) and Jim Ramstad (R-MN) will discuss the Mental Health Parity Act at a National Press Club luncheon Wednesday, March 14. Authors of the legislation named after the late Sen. Paul Wellstone, they will talk about the challenges surrounding its implementation. The law prohibits health insurance companies from discriminating against those who have a mental illness. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. Remarks will begin at 1 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session ending at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $19 for Club members, $30 for guests of members and $37 for…
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Actor Alec Baldwin talks art, politics at April 19 luncheon
Actor and political activist Alec Baldwin will speak about art and politics at a National Press Club luncheon on Thursday, April 19. Baldwin, perhaps best known for his role as Jack Donaghy on the hit television show "30 Rock," has long been active in progressive political causes. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m., with remarks beginning at 1 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session ending at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $19 for Club members and $30 for guests of members. Each member may purchase one ticket for personal use, and one for an accompanied guest (a total of two tickets). To reserve…
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BET Founder Robert Johnson to discuss minority unemployment, wealth gap, 10 am Feb. 1
Business leader Robert L. Johnson will discuss the wealth gap between white and black Americans during a Newsmaker press conference at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1. The founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET) will urge CEOs to take a page from the NFL owners’ playbook and adopt a voluntary version of the Rooney Rule to level the playing field for minorities in corporate America. The NFL’s Rooney Rule gives fair interviews to minority candidates whenever a head-coaching or general manager position becomes available prior to making a hiring decision. Johnson will also announce the launch…
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Figure skating champion Yamaguchi introduces children's book, 2 pm March 10
Figure skating superstar Kristi Yamaguchi will discuss her new children’s book, "It’s a Big World, Little Pig!," at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 10, in the National Press Club ballroom as part of the Club's Book & Author series. Tickets are free for Club members and $5 for all member guests and non-members. Tickets can be purchased here. Poppy, the adorable, persistent, dreaming-big pig, has a new adventure in store for her – the World Games ice skating championship in Paris! Poppy is nervous about meeting so many new people in a new place. But, ever courageous and supported by her family,…
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How secure are we? DHS Secretary Napolitano delivers "State of America's Homeland Security," Jan. 30 luncheon
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano delivers the second annual "State of America’s Homeland Security" address at a National Press Club luncheon on Monday, Jan. 30. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. with the speech beginning at 1 p.m. and ending at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $19 for Club members, $30 for guests of members and $37 for general admission. To reserve tickets, please e-mail [email protected] or call 202-662-7501. Tickets must be paid for at time of reservation. To submit a question in advance, put NAPOLITANO in the subject line and email to [email protected]…
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Eleanor Herman, King Peggy of Ghana launch new book, 6:30 pm Feb 22
Eleanor Herman and King Peggy of Ghana will discuss their new book "King Peggy: An American Secretary, Her Royal Destiny, and the Inspiring Story of How She Changed an African Village" at a Book and Author event 6:30 p.m. Feb. 22 "King Peggy" chronicles the astonishing journey of an American secretary who suddenly finds herself king of a town of 7,000 souls on Ghana's central coast, half a world away. Reservations are required for and may be made at [email protected] or by calling 202-662-7523. This event is free for Club members, $5 for all non-members. Upon arriving for her crowning ceremony…
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Election Coverage Boot Camp: Prepping for polls, 9:30 a.m. Feb. 2
The National Press Club Journalism Institute and the Regional Reporters Association are kicking off a yearlong series of programs for reporters covering the 2012 campaign with a panel discussion on covering polls at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 2. Please reserve at [email protected] The program will be held in the Club's Bloomberg Training Center. Topics will include: How campaigns and the media use polls for different purposes How to read the numbers and find stories that are not in the press release How to avoid being played, and to tell good…
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