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Former Senate Majority Leader Mitchell Says Put Ukrainian People First
Former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell, who also served as Northern Ireland and Middle East Special Envoy, said at a Club Newsmaker that negotiators should consider the Ukrainian people first, not the interests of the U.S., NATO, or Russia. “Ukrainians want to look westward,'' he said. ``They see greater freedom. A Russian withdrawal permits the Ukrainian elections to go forward.'' Russia invaded Ukraine and annexed Crimea, setting off a series of sanctions by the U.S. and its European allies. Mitchell added that Russia in the future will not be the dominant Eurasian power. “What…
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June 2 Newsmaker to Focus on What It Takes for Women to Run for Office
A new look at what it takes for women to run for office, "Keys to Elected Office: The Essential Guide for Women," will be released at a Club Newsmaker event Monday, June 2, at 10 am in the Zenger Room. From the personal traits, to actions that convey qualification and likebility, to bouncing back from mistakes, this nonpartisan research offers advice for female officials and candidates. Panelists will discuss the key advantages women possess, the obstacles they face, and how perceptions of women candidates have changed over time. For more than 15 years, the Barbara Lee Family Foundation has…
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Lobster Night Returns to the Fourth Estate May 28
If it's the last Wednesday of the month, it must be Lobster Night in the Fourth Estate Restaurant. That means 1 1/4-pound Maine lobsters, cole slaw or salad, and French fries or oven-crisped new potatoes will be served May 28 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. The cost is $25 for members and $30 for nonmembers. The regular Fourth Estate menu also will be available. Reservations are requested 24 hours in advance to assure a lobster at http://www.opentable.com/fourth-estate-restaurant-at-the-national-press… or by calling 202-662-7638. A very limited number of lobsters will be available for those without a…
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Pulitzer Prize Winner Katherine Anne Porter to Be Subject of Discussion
Janice Law invites fellow Club members to a discussion of Pulitzer Prize winner Katherine Anne Porter on Thursday, May 22, at noon in the McClendon Room. No reservations are required and admission is free. Panelists include Dr. Christine Grogan, president of the Katherine Anne Porter Society. For details, see www.americanwomenwritersnationalmuseum.org or email [email protected].
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Army Corps of Engineers to Discuss Hurricane Sandy Reconstruction
Army Corps of Engineers Brig. Gen. Kent Savre will provide an update on Hurricane Sandy repair projects at a Newsmakers event today at 10 am in theZenger Room. He will also discuss an ongoing study to determine how best to reduce flood and storm damage risks for people and communities along the north Atlantic coast. To date, the Corps has completed repairs on dozens of Sandy-damaged navigation channels and structures, has completed restoration of 17 beach projects, and is actively working over 100 other projects to reduce the risk of future coastal storm damage. Those include 18 new beach…
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Todd Purdum to Discuss Book on 1964 Civil Rights Act
National Press Club member Todd Purdum will recount the political battle to pass the Civil Rights Act of 1964 on the 50th anniversary of its passage. Purdum will discuss his book, “An Idea Whose Time Has Come: Two Presidents, Two Parties, and the Battle for the Civil Rights Act of 1964,” and will sign copies of it on July 8 at 6:30 pm in the Conference Rooms. This is a ticketed event and registration is required at http://www.press.org/events/todd-purdum. This event is a fundraiser for the NPC Journalism Institute. Books must be purchased through the NPC. No outside books or memorabilia…
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Panel to Discuss How to Differentiate Among Lies, Damned Lies and Statistics
Not sure how to tell a good poll from a bad one? Don't know how to spot inaccurate spinning of statistical results? The National Press Club Journalism Institute is offering a professional development session for journalists that will sort it all out. The NPCJI's Professional Development Committee is hosting "Lies, Damned Lies and Statistics" on Wednesday, June 4, at 9:30 a.m. The session is designed to help reporters become more confident in the statistical components of their stories and show them where to find reliable sources and unbiased analysis. Participating in the panel will be Ron…
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Harvard Club Offers Special Rates to NPC Members
For the entire month of June, the Harvard Club will offer a low room rate of $199 per night plus tax to National Press Club members. For more information, or to make reservations, please call the Harvard Club at 617-536-1260. Be sure to mention this offer when making your reservations. This special rate applies to standard rooms, is good for new bookings only, and is based on availability.
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Newsmaker Focuses on Finding Jobs for Veterans
Two veterans at the forefront of helping soldiers’ transition from the military to civilian employment discussed programs at a Club Newsmaker May 16. Steve Gonzalez of the American Legion and Bill Brigman, a senior research analyst Solid LLC, a policy analysis company, said the Pentagon spent $874 million on unemployment insurance, not counting the Air Force, in fiscal 2011. Stakeholders are coming together because not only do you want to increase veterans’ employment, “but also how do you increase the workforce, how do you allow for companies, how do you allow for industry to access these…
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