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Communicators' Summit cites PR hits and misses, gives science-based tips on handling crises
Homer Simpson and Spock appeared at the National Press Club’s 2019 Communicators' Summit Oct. 31 as playful, fictional stereotypes of two different brain-wirings. Also serving as teaching tools at the event were Twitter's new political ad ban, Gulf Oil, the viral video of Dr. David Dao forcibly dragged from his United Airlines flight, a plea for more love and trust in communications and a mercifully brief mention of Hegelian dialectics as a guide in hard times. Nobody ignored baseball’s new World Series winner, the Washington Nationals -- especially after one or more Houston Astros fans…
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At tonight's Book Fair, also enjoy buffet dinner at the Reliable Source
For a perfect tie-in with the National Press Club Institute's annual Book Fair and Authors' Night tonight, plan to have dinner at the Reliable Source restaurant before or after you attend the fair. The eatery is offering a special roast beef buffet for the occasion, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Price is $30 for Club members and $35 for non-members plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are recommended. Make them at 202-662-7443 or e-mail at [email protected]. The buffet will replace the Reliable Source's usual Friday Taco Night. Here's the menu: Soup Beef and beet borscht Salads: Roasted fall squash,…
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Heads of physician organizations call for tougher regulation of e-cigarettes
Patrice Harris, president of American Medical Association, speaks at an Oct. 30 National Press Club Newsmaker on e-cigarettes. Photos: Alan Kotok Three of the nation’s largest physician organizations -- all helmed by women doctors from Georgia -- urged the federal government, at a National Press Club Newsmaker event Wednesday, to tightly regulate e-cigarettes, which are used increasingly by both youth and adults to vape tobacco. The impetus for their call is the limited science around electronic cigarettes, a highly unregulated environment, 34 recent deaths and more than 1,600 cases lung…
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James Reston Jr., eyewitness to Nixon impeachment, to discuss current battle at Book Rap, Wednesday
With Washington again embroiled in an impeachment battle, learn about the days leading up to the resignation of President Richard Nixon from an eyewitness to those events. James Reston, Jr., will present his book, "The Impeachment Diary: Eyewitness to the Removal of a President," at a National Press Club Headliners Book Rap on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 6:30 p.m. in the conference rooms. Tickets are $5 for Club members and $10 for the general public. Purchase tickets and books online. The Book Rap is a fundraiser for the Club's National Journalism Institute, so no outside books are allowed.
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Violence in America
At the National Press Club in Washington, Senator Bill Bradleytalked about his ideas to combat violence in America. Senator Bradleyis currently serving his third term in the Senate. He is a memberof three committees, Finance, Energy and Natural Resources andAging. Before coming to the Senate, he played professional basketballfor the New York Knicks.
Type: Media
Indie authors plan to launch mentor program at Nov. 14 meeting
For more than a year, an informal group of independent authors at the National Press Club has been meeting monthly to enhance their knowledge about the business and marketing aspects of publishing. Now, group members plan to put their expertise front and center for the benefit of fellow Club members, offering themselves as mentors to prospective authors who may want to pursue the independent route. The effort kicks off at the group's next meeting Thursday, Nov. 14, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the McClendon Room. Members interested in attending should contact Ed Barks at [email protected].…
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Veterans Affairs secretary Wilke to speak on care for nation's vets at Headliners Luncheon, Friday
Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie, speaking just before the Veterans Day holiday, will assess the performance of his department and its goals for the care of the nation's veterans at a National Press Club Headliners Luncheon Friday, Nov. 8. The 10th secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs, Wilkie oversees the care of more than 20 million U.S. veterans and their families. Lunch will be served in the ballroom at 12:30 p.m., with remarks beginning at 1 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session ending at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $25 for Club members, who may purchase two…
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William (Bill) Bates, 67-year Club member, dies at 92
William (Bill) M. Bates, a 67-year member of the National Press Club whose career spanned journalism, government affairs and public relations, died Oct. 24 in Atlanta. He was 92 "He had a very interesting life that we are all very proud of," said his daughter, Mary Bates. She said her father enjoyed many dinners at the Club and the comradeship of the Reliable Source. Bates was born in Scott, Ga., and served as a signalman aboard a U.S. destroyer in the Pacific during World War II. He graduated magna cum laude from the University of Georgia, and was valedictorian of its Henry W. Grady…
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Annual Children's Holiday Party to feature myriad activities and Santa, Dec. 14
It’s that time again -- time to plan on attending the National Press Club’s Annual Children Holiday Party on Saturday, Dec. 14. Remember, reservations are required for this popular event. Tickets are $10 per person. Reserve here. The party will begin at 11 a.m. with a fantastic buffet that will include something for everyone -- from corn dogs to hamburgers to pizza and to French fries, to name a few. Don't forget the fruit and veggies -- not to mention that dessert table that is always in the corner. Once we are filled up --- we can get on the dance floor and move to the music played by…
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