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Greenspan says he was wrong to think rationality would prevail in the economy
Former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan told a National Press Club Book Rap Nov 6 that his new book, "The Map and the Territory: Risk, Human Nature, and the Future of Forecasting," is a detective story. Greenspan said that he wanted to discover “step-by-step” how the crisis happened. He started out by believing human rationality would prevail. He began his examination by asking whether this was true. “I gradually proved to myself that it was wrong,” Greenspan said. “It is an interesting experience to look yourself in the mirror and say you are wrong.” Everyone knew that there was a…
Type: News
White House photographer to discuss book Nov. 13
Dennis Brack, former president of the White House News Photographers Association, will discuss his new book,“Presidential Picture Stories: Behind the Cameras at the White House,” at the Club’s Photo Committee luncheon meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 13, at noon, in the McClendon Room. Brack’s book reveals the tricks, triumphs, and defeats of news photographers who have covered the executive mansion, and the stories they have passed down through the years. The program will also give a brief history of some of the cameras and equipment that White House photographers have used in covering the…
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Rather to talk with Kalb on Kennedy assassination anniversary Nov. 22
Fifty years ago, Dan Rather reported the Kennedy assassination story as a young CBS News reporter in Dallas while Marvin Kalb reported on the staggering developments for CBS in Washington. On Friday, Nov. 22 – the exact 50th anniversary of the assassination – these two legends of journalism will meet on "The Kalb Report" at 8 p.m. in the Club’s ballroom to talk about reporting the unthinkable, the profound impact the assassination has had on America and the life and legacy of President Kennedy. Admission is free but seating is limited. Members should reserve by calling the Club’s reservation…
Type: News
Pursue your passion for politics at the Book Fair and Authors' Night Nov. 19
If politics is your passion, be sure you attend the 36th Annual Book Fair and Authors’ Night on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. National Press Club member Marvin Kalb will be there with his new book, “The Road to War: Presidential Commitments Honored and Betrayed,” along with Peter Baker with “Days of Fire: Bush and Cheney in the White House,” Dan Balz with“Collision 2012,” Rep. John Lewis with “March, Book One” and Debbie Wasserman Schultz, with her book,” For the Next Generation.” They will be among the 100 nationally known writers autographing and selling their books at the…
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LAST CHANCE today to register for fall freelance workshop Nov. 8
Whether you’re new to freelancing or an old hand at handling the financial aspects of freelancing, this year’s Fall Freelance Workshop has tips for you. A panel of experts will offer advice on contracts and setting rates. The workshop, co-sponsored by the National Press Club's Freelance Committee and the Washington, D.C. chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, will be 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Friday, Nov. 8. The workshop is free for NPC and SPJ members and $10 for general admission. To register, click here. Ann Hoffman is an attorney and vice president of the National Writer's Union (…
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Did you know about Happy Hour in the Reliable source Monday through Thursday?
Happy hour starts at 5 p.m. It features drinks under $4, complimentary appetizers and the famous NPC popcorn. It is a "must hit after work" destination. Plus you can make a night of it. For dinner reservations, contact Mesfin Mekonen at 202-662-7443 or by email at [email protected]. For more information about your membership benefits please email [email protected].
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What to do when a crisis goes viral? Find out Nov. 12
What happens when a crisis goes viral? Join this month’s “Get It Online” series event, at 2 p.m. Nov. 12 to learn how PR veterans handle it. Crisis managers prepare for the worst. But today, when information travels faster than ever before, a public relations nightmare can spread online before a communications director can react. Crisis communications veterans will share their war stories from crises you have seen unfold in the news media. This expert panel will discuss how social media has become inseparable from crisis communications, and what you and your organization can do to prepare for…
Type: News
Senior Citizens & the 1988 Presidential Election
The oldest member of Congress, currently serving his 13th term in the House, Mr. Pepper discusses ways to motivate the elderly to vote in the presidential election and the roles that older citizens play in the selection process.
Type: Media
Reporters recollect shock, horror of covering Kennedy assassination
Where were you when John F. Kennedy was shot? Many are remembering because Nov. 22 will mark the 50th anniversary of JFK’s death. Reporters who covered the 1963 assassination in Texas shared their experiences at the Club Nov. 4. “[The Kennedy visit] was the biggest story of the year,” said CBS News senior correspondent Bob Schieffer, who was a cub reporter on the Fort Worth Star Telegram at the time. Presidential travel was rare, he said, indicating the Kennedys were there to raise money for the next election. “There was a big reception in Dallas,” noted PBS News Hour anchor Jim Lehrer, who…
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Actress-activist Goldie Hawn speaks up about 'MindUP'
Goldie Hawn came to the National Press Club to speak up about MindUP, a curriculum and teaching model for primary school children, at a Nov. 5 Club Luncheon. It’s a cause that’s important to her, and she wants to spread the word about it, she said. The Oscar, Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actress, fit, blond and still glamorous at 67, said she was “traumatized” by the events of 2001. “I just sat there, for days, watching it over and over on television, wondering how something so terrible could happen in our country. This was not the kind of world I grew up in. But I realized just how much…
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