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Chilean president, at NPC luncheon, lays out plan to erase his country's poverty
Once the poorest of Spain’s colonies, Chile aims to be “the first Latin American developed country without poverty,” declared Chilean President Sebastián Piñera at a June 4 National Press Club luncheon. Buoyed by what he said was a “very fruitful and useful” meeting with President Barack Obama earlier in the day, Piñera laid out a four-point plant for landing Chile in the developed-country club: strengthen pre-school education, triple investments in science and technology, create a million jobs and mitigate income inequality. Though Chile was late to the Industrial Revolution, “we will not…
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Steve Berry to talk about his new thriller at June 19 booksigning
Steve Berry, New York Times and No. 1 internationally best-selling author, will discuss his newest thriller, "The King's Deception," at the Club at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19. A book signing will follow the discussion. Registration is required by clicking here. Tickets are free for National Press Club members and $5 for nonmembers. This event is a fundraiser for the National Press Club Journalism Institute. No outside books will be permitted. The novel features fan-favorite Cotton Malone and his 15-year-old son, Gary, who are headed to Europe. As a favor to his former boss at the Justice…
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The eyes of Texas to shine on Reliable Source June 19 with BBQ lunch, dinner
Club members and their guests are invited for a Texas barbecue feast -- at both lunch and dinner -- at the Reliable Source restaurant and grill on Wednesday June 19. With beer and bourbon accompanying the food, the lunch offering will begin at 11:30 a.m., the dinner option at 5:30 p.m. A menu for the event will be announced soon. Reservations are encouraged by calling 202-662-7443 or e-mailing [email protected].
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Learn more about the Club at choice of two orientation sessions June 11
Are you a new member of the Club? Or an existing member who would like to learn more about your membership benefits and opportunities? Either way, you'll want to attend the Club's New Member Orientation in the Reliable Source on Tuesday, June 11. For your convenience, you have to choice of attending one of two sessions: a lunch session from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. and a Happy Hour session from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Both sessions will enable you to learn how to access your membership profile and use the membership directory, as well as provide you general information about the Club. A tour of the…
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Space still available for Club trip to Gettysburg this Saturday
A few seats on the bus remain for the National Press Club's trip to the Gettysburg Battlefield, site of the Civil War's most famous battle, this Saturday, June 8. The bus will depart from 14th and F Streets -- around the corner from the National Press Building -- at 8 a.m. To sign up, call Richard Meyer at 703-356-6884.
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Trivia time is nearing; next Pub Quiz coming June 20
Did you know that the Club hosts a monthly trivia night? Test your knowledge at the next edition of Pub Quiz at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 20, in the Truman Lounge. No need to reserve. Bring your own team or show up and join one. Round prizes include complimentary appetizers. The grand prize of the evening is $50 off your tab. Pub Quiz is open only to Club members and their guests. For more information about your membership benefits please email [email protected]
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Seven Club members earn recognition for political reporting
Seven National Press Club members recently have received recognition for their achievements in political reporting. They are: Chris Moody, Yahoo! News, recognized by Famous DC, “Ten DC Reporters You Should Know.” Thomas Burr, The Salt Lake Tribune, by "The Fix,” Best State-Based Political Reporters of 2013. Todd Gilman, The Dallas Morning News, by “The Fix,” Best State-Based Political Reporters of 2013. Jonathan Tamari, The Philadelphia Inquirer, by “The Fix,” Best State-Based Political Reporters of 2013. Pat McGuigan, Capitol Beat Oklahoma, by “The Fix,” Best State-Based Political Reporters…
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Documentary film screening June 18 to highlight current impact of climate change on U.S. coastal communities
Hurricane Sandy,a "game changer" for many Americans who were not convinced that climate change would affect them, has provoked new interest in the link between rising sea levels and a warmer climate. On Tuesday, June 18, filmmaker Ben Kalina will screen at the National Press Club his new documentary, "Shored Up," which explains that link and implications for residents of coastal states. The screening will be preceded by a reception beginning at 5:30 p.m. and followed by a brief conversation among sea-level rise experts and the audience. The film will begin at 6:30 p.m. Members of the working…
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Dickerson, Bernton win Gerald Ford Journalism Awards at luncheon
John Dickerson, chief political correspondent for Slate and political director or CBS News, and Hal Bernton, reporter for The Seattle Times, were presented the 2013 Gerald Ford Journalism Awards at a packed National Press Club luncheon June 3. Presenting the awards, made annually at a Club luncheon by the Ford Presidential Foundation, were two public figures with close ties to Ford – Rep. Fred Upton, R-Mich., and David Gergen, senior CNN political analyst. Dickerson won the Ford award for Distinguished Reporting on the Presidency, Bernton the award for coverage of national defense issues.…
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In the wake of seizure of reporters’ communications records, First Amendment expert to visit Club June 11
The Justice Department has been monitoring reporters’ communications as it seeks to prosecute leaks of classified information. Journalists have cried foul, and they worry about a chilling effect on potential sources. Questions about the balance between national security and press freedom have rarely been more pressing. Nobody knows the ins and outs of these issues better than First Amendment attorney and press-freedom advocate Floyd Abrams. He’ll share his insights on the latest controversies and read from his new book on Tuesday, June 11 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the National Press Club’s…
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