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NPC Luncheon with Ralph Nader
Ralph Nader spoke at the Press Club on June 5, 2001 about the U.S. bipartisan government. Nader is a former Green Party presidential candidate and consumer advocate.
Type: Media
Press Club Rewind - 8.29.2011
Press Club Rewind is a weekly video review of events at the National Press Club. In this week's edition: An earthquake shakes the club (and some members); an exhibit showcases 40 combat photographs from Iraq and Afghanistan; Lockheed Martin executives talk about their efforts to reduce costs; a 2010 U.S. Census update reveals that the economy has substantially affected housing vacancies; and the Disney Channel showcases the talented voices of its newest animated cartoons.
Type: Media
NPC Luncheon with Theodore McCarrick
Cardinal Theodore E. McCarrick came to the Press Club on June 8, 2001 to speak about his experiences traveling the world as a human rights advocate. He discussed the need for human compassion, the role of the church in advocating human rights and levels of poverty around the world.
Type: Media
NPC Luncheon with Dr. Martha Burk
Dr. Martha Burk came to the Press Club to discuss women's role in electoral politics. She focused on how women may vote in the 2008 elections and how candidates could gain their votes.
Type: Media
NPC Luncheon with Alberto Gonzales
Former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales visited the National Press Club on May 15, 2007 to talk about the Justice Department's campaign for safer communities. He discussed his leadership position and role in the firing of several U.S. attorneys.
Type: Media
NPC Luncheon with Arnold Schwarzenegger
Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger spoke at the National Press Club on February 26, 2007 about his proposed comprehensive health care reform for the state. He discussed the reform and also shared his thoughts on the recent executive order he signed that established a low carbon emission standard for fuels sold in California, making him a national leader for global warming.
Type: Media
NPC Luncheon with Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf
Africa's first elected female president Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf visited the National Press Club on February 16, 2007 to discuss her achievements and challenges during her first year in office. Africa's first elected female head of state also talked about how she would fulfill the promises she made to the Liberian people in years to come.
Type: Media
NPC Luncheon with Terri and Bindi Irwin
Terri and Bindi Irwin, wife and daughter of the late Steve Irwin, discussed the life of the man more commonly known as "The Crocodile Hunter," on January 19 2007. Terri, co-hosted the hit Animal Planet television show up until his death on September 4, 2006 from a sting-ray barb. Terri spoke at the Press Club about their life together and Steve's accomplishments in wildlife and nature conservation. Eight-year-old Bindi also talked about her father and her memories of him.
Type: Media
NPC Luncheon with Marion Blakey
Marion Blakey, President and CEO of The Aerospace Industries Association, came to the Press Club on January 30, 2007 to discuss changes in the U.S. Aviation Industry. She also talked about the steps that the Federal Aviation Administration is taking to maintain aviation safety.
Type: Media
NPC Luncheon with Antonio Villagairosa
Mayor of Los Angeles, Antonio Villagairosa, spoke at the Press Club on January 24, 2007 about poverty and urban economic issues. He discussed topics concerning education, California politics, health care, and transportation issues.
Type: Media