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Democracy meeting in Lithuania to focus on North Africa, Middle East, diplomats say
A high-level democracy meeting in Vilnius beginning June 29 will have a special focus on supporting democratic transition and consolidation worldwide, but especially on North Africa and the Middle East, and on helping bridge the gap between the principles of democracy and universal human rights, Egidijus Meilunas, Lithuania's vice minister of foreign affairs, and Dr. Tomicah Tillemann, senior advisor to Secretary of State Clinton for Civil Society and Emerging Democracies, said at a Newsmaker press conference May 26. Egidijus said the meeting will seek to achieve these goals by "strengthening…
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GO Campaign, P90X's Tony Horton and Lemelson-MIT launch global search for inventors, June 9
P90X Trainer Tony Horton will team up with the GO Campaign, a non-profit organization supporting orphans and vulnerable children throughout the developing world, to launch a global search for community innovators and entrepreneurs. Details of the global search will be announced at a Newsmakers press conference at 10 a.m., Thursday, June 9. At the press conference, GO will recognize Bernard Kiwia, Arusha, Tanzania, winner of the 2011 GO Innovation Award (GIA). Kiwia is a bicycle repairman-turned-inventor whose inventions include cell phone chargers for bicycles and motorbikes, a bicycle-…
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Former FEMA director Michael Brown to discuss new book, June 21
Michael Brown, the former FEMA director widely blamed for the federal government's poor response to Hurricane Katrina, will discuss his new book, Deadly Indifference: The Perfect (Political) Storm, on Tuesday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m. In the book, co-authored by Ted Schwarz, Brown describes the role of politics in a risk-averse society facing natural or manmade disasters. He has spoken around the world on issues of homeland security, crisis management and disaster response. Brown served as the first under secretary of Homeland Security for President George W. Bush from 2003-2005, director,…
Type: News
Daring to Draw: An evening with political cartoonists from around the world, June 20
Political cartoonists have the unique ability to capture complex issues in a picture and a few short words. In many parts of the world, they contribute political commentary that few print or broadcast journalists would dare. The U.S. Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) is hosting a group of 20 political cartoonists from North Africa, the Middle East, and South and Central Asia. During their three weeks in the U.S., they will meet with fellow cartoonists around the country and get a taste of American culture. We invite you to a welcoming reception June 20…
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Journalist, author Odom Fanning, long-time NPC member, dies
Odom Olin Fanning, Washington-based science writer, died on May 8, 2011, of pneumonia and heart failure. He was 90 years old. Over a long career, Mr. Fanning advocated for civil rights in the South, wrote for the federal government on public health, environmental policy, and marine sciences, and reported on public health, medical, marine science, and environmental protection issues. Mr. Fanning was previously a science reporter for the Atlanta Journal and the first public information officer for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Mr. Fanning was born in Atlanta, Georgia, on…
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Play by Club Member Anthony Gallo opens at Greenbelt Arts Center
VANDERGRIFT! a play by Club member Anthony E. Gallo about legendary journalist Ida Tarbell opens at the Greenbelt Arts Center on Friday, June 3. The play runs through June 12. Directions and Reservations: 301-441-8770. Tickets: Regular - $15 Seniors/Students - $12 Group Sales - $10 Questions: [email protected] and 202-544-6973.
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Former NPR journalist Williams says honest debate "essential" to the nation's future
Former NPR and current Fox News commentator Juan Williams told a National Press Club luncheon audience May 26 that he had attended many events in the Club's ballroom but "I never thought I would be the speaker." Williams became a news story seven months ago when he was fired by NPR for expressing discomfort at seeing persons in Muslim garb boarding an airplane with him. His comments caused a firestorm of controversy and Williams said he was shocked by the attention given his dismissal. In spite of years of exposure on television and radio, " I was fairly anonymous before this happened."…
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Israel, Germany on the map for NPC travelers
Two great destinations are in store for NPC members, guests, and friends this Fall, and we would love to have you on one or both! September 11-20, our destination is Israel, with five nights in Jerusalem with city sightseeing plus a trip to Massada. Then, we'll travel on to Tel Aviv and Tiberias to see the amazing sites in this country. Price, including economy class air fare is $4425 per person sharing a double. Single room supplement is $950. November 3-20, a Berlin and Dresden trip includes Potsdam and Leipzig, with sightseeing and a number of special meals. The trip, including…
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Chet Baker tribute at next Jazz Night, June 2
On June 2, the Truman Lounge will be filled with the sound of jazz music once again. Chet Baker Foundation Director Bruce Guthrie and his Quartet will play a tribute to the American Jazz legend Chet Baker beginning at 6 p.m. Members and their guests are invited to attend free of charge. For questions, contact Events Committee Chairman Anthony Shop at [email protected] or at 202-681-1381.
Type: News
Trade Journalist Celebrates 40-Year Career With Same Publisher
In an era when journalists change employers often out of necessity, Barb Zuehlke has broken the mold. On the cusp of retirement later in 2019, Zuehlke, now senior editor at Aircraft Maintenance Technology, is celebrating a 40-year career for the same publishing company. She spoke with NPC Broadcast/Podcast Committee co-vice chair Adam Konowe on the floor of an aviation maintenance convention to discuss her career and the evolution in journalism and public relations during the past four decades. Besides listening on Press.org, Update-1 can be heard on iTunes, Stitcher and TuneIn.
Type: Media