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The Hiroshima coverup: Journalist Lesley Blume to discuss aftermath of first atomic bombing today at 1 p.m.
Bestselling author Lesley M. M. Blume will discuss her book "FALLOUT: The Hiroshima Cover-up and the Reporter Who Revealed It to the World" at a virtual National Press Club Headliners Book and Author event Wednesday, Aug. 5, at 1 p.m. To view the livestream or download a calendar invitation, please click here.
Type: News
Interest Groups and the Media
Participants talked about the use of the media by advocacy groups. Among the topics they addressed were journalism ethics, public disclosure of income sources by journalists, and the prevalence of issue advocacy. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Game on for *virtual* Pub Quiz this Thursday, 7 p.m.
Welcome to the Dog Days of Summer 2020, where the heat and humidity are as oppressive as the ennui of social distancing and endless work-related Zoom meetings. We get it, these are tough times. But there is a silver lining surrounding the latest dark clouds of uncertainty: Virtual Pub Quiz is still on for Thursday at 7 p.m. Take a break from the daily drudge by gathering your friends this Thursday evening for virtual trivia – free of charge – with your fellow Club members and friends. Online registration is easy: Before you know it, you’re all set. (Don’t have a team? Don’t worry. Just…
Type: News
NPC Virtual Newsmaker: National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE)
The death of George Floyd at the hands of law enforcement sparked global outrage and inspired multiple generations of Americans to leave the safety of their homes during a pandemic and join in widespread demonstrations against police brutality. Nearly two months later, the protests and calls for justice, accountability, and sweeping law enforcement reforms continue. On Thursday, July 30, National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) outgoing president Cerelyn J. Davis and incoming president Lynda R. Williams will deliver a live national address on what progress has been…
Type: Event
NPC Virtual Newsmaker with ANA President Dr. Ernest Grant
American Nurses Association President Dr. Ernest Grant, who called nurses “warriors without armor” in their fight against COVID-19, participated in a live fireside chat on May 15, 2020. Dr. Grant discussed the role of nurses in the global pandemic and his priorities for 2020, "The International Year of the Nurse."
Type: Media
NPC Virtual Newsmaker: Paul Dickson and "The Rise of the G.I. Army"
As people around the world commemorate the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, author Paul Dickson will share his new book, “The Rise of the G.I. Army, 1940-1942: The Forgotten Story of How America Forged a Powerful Army Before Pearl Harbor,” at a National Press Club Virtual Book Rap on August 14. This 1-hour program will stream live at 1:00 p.m. ET as part of the National Press Club’s Virtual Newsmaker series, and is accessible to both the media and members of the general public free-of-charge. Celebrated as “one of the best treatments to date of America’s rapid transition from the…
Type: Event
NPC Virtual Newsmaker: Census Day with Stacey Abrams
Former Georgia House Democratic Leader and Founder of Fair Fight and Fair Count Stacey Abrams joined National Press Club President Michael Freedman on Census Day, April 1, for a virtual discussion on the historical significance of the 2020 Census.
Type: Media
Developing a diverse investigative journalism team, today at 11:30 a.m.
Journalists prize investigative work for the impact it has: unearthing risk and damage, holding the powerful to account, changing laws and changing lives. But investigative journalism jobs have long been the province of veteran reporters, usually white and male. As newsrooms commit to diversifying their teams, investigative journalists can better reflect underserved communities that have traditionally been harmed by systemic problems yet to be exposed. In this News Leaders Association and National Press Club Journalism Institute program on July 24 at 11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. EDT, speakers…
Type: News
Update-1: Global strategy expert discusses China's ambitions, impact on U.S.
Jonathan Ward, founder of Atlas Organization The relationship between the United States and China is fast emerging as the number one American foreign policy priority, and it is the subject of the latest edition of Update-1, the National Press Club podcast. In this episode, Club Broadcast/Podcast Team member Lincoln Smith speaks with Jonathan Ward, an internationally recognized expert on Chinese global strategy. Ward discusses the state of press freedom in Hong Kong, China's objectives, how China intends to get what it wants and how the U.S. should respond. After earning his Ph.D. at…
Type: News
Social Security and Retirement Issues
Secretary Chao talked about retirement security issues that affect millions of Americans. She also mentioned private pension plans, 401(k)s, and others. She emphasized President Bush's proposals to strengthen IRAs for the ordinary citizen, noting that many old-fashioned company pension funds had failed. The president's proposals include reforming funding rules and increasing disclosure to workers and investors. She described the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), of which she is chairman of the board of directors. This corporation assumes liabilities for failed private sector…
Type: Media