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What's Next for Regional Reporting?
The regional reporters who cover the nation’s capital for audiences outside the Beltway today face a host of challenges: Shrinking newsroom budgets have closed or decimated many D.C. bureaus, leaving those reporters who remain under major pressure to fill the gaps. The nation’s federal offices are more opaque than ever, making it difficult for journalists to hold them accountable on behalf of the public. And the public itself has become increasingly skeptical of--and sometimes hostile toward--the news media. How can regional reporting adapt to, and once again thrive in, this environment? Join…
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Author Interview
Mr. Polmar is the author of Spyplane: The U-2 Declassified and The Naval Institute Guide to the Ships and Aircraft of the U.S. Fleet.
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Author Interview
Mr. Allen is the author of Shark Attacks and Remember Pearl Harbor.
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Bush Administration's Education Reform Plan
Secretary Paige talked about the Bush administration education policy goals, legislation being considered by the Congress, and the importance of improving education. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
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Upcoming Elections in Belarus
Ambassador Tsepkalo talked about the September 9 elections in Belarus and allegations that President Aleksandr Lakashenko ordered the secret police to kill two critics of his administration. After his remarks he answered questions from members of the audience.
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The Power of One
Ms. Brockovich talked about individual activism, the movie about her career, and the power of persistence. Following her remarks she answered questions from the audience.
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Urban Teacher Shortage
Participants talked about how school districts, particularly those in poorer urban areas, could cope with rising student enrollment, escalating teacher retirements and the measures to recruit more teachers. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience.
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The Future of News
Mr. Peck and Mr. Smith talked about the future of the news and about a recent survey of newspaper services and practices. Among the issues they addressed were levels of newspaper readership, civic journalism, and the impact of television on the industry. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience.
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National Energy Policy
Secretary Abraham spoke about President Bush's energy proposals. Among the topics he addressed were plans to increase energy production, public perceptions of the plan, and developing an energy infrastructure. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
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China-U.S. Relations in the New Century
Ambassador Yang spoke about bilateral relations between the U.S. and China. Among the issues he addressed were trade policy, regional security, relations with Taiwan, and human rights concerns. Following his remarks he answered questions from the audience.
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