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NPC Virtual Book Event: Ron Brownstein, “Rock Me on the Water”
The stars aligned in Los Angeles in 1974 as a diverse group of talents across film, music, and television hit a creative zenith, jolting American popular culture and in turn, American politics. Atlantic senior editor Ron Brownstein, who analyzes that pivotal year in his new book, “Rock Me on the Water: 1974-The Year Los Angeles Transformed Movies, Music, Television, and Politics” will discuss what we can discern about our political future from the current generational cultural divide at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 20 at a National Press Club Virtual Book Event. This one-hour program will…
Type: Event
After 13 years, Mexican journalist seeking asylum still in legal limbo
Thirteen years after crossing the U.S. border from Mexico legally and applying for asylum, journalist Emilio Gutierrez-Soto still lives in legal limbo waiting for a response to his appeal from a deportation order. An update on his case was one of three presentations at a National Press Club virtual event Monday in observation of World Press Freedom Day. The presentations highlighted the cases of journalists Gutierrez-Soto, Maria Ressa and Austin Tice,, each of whom is struggling against government repression or captivity. Each has received the John Aubuchon Award, the club’s highest honor for…
Type: News
'He's missed so much already,' says Austin Tice's niece of her captive uncle
She had just turned 3 when her uncle, freelance journalist Austin Tice, was captured and held hostage in Syria covering the war there. Now 11, Maia Edaburn told National Press Club President Lisa Matthews how important it is to her, her younger siblings and “little cousins” that her uncle come home and “see us grow up." “He’s missed so much already,” she said. As the only child participating in three presentations at a National Press Club virtual event Monday in observance of World Press Freedom Day, Maia provided a unique perspective. The presentations highlighted the cases of journalists…
Type: News
Facing 'cyber libel' conviction, Maria Ressa calls for greater regulation of social media
Filipino-American investigative journalist Maria Ressa reiterated her calls for greater regulation of social media to clamp down on misinformation and fear Monday during a virtual event to mark World Press Freedom Day. Ressa, who was convicted last year of so-called “cyber libel” in her work as co-founder and CEO of Philippine online news outlet Rappler, said social media has radicalized people and played on their worst vulnerabilities, especially with misinformation prevalent. “[Misinformation] is highly contagious, and when you get infected, you become impervious to facts,” Ressa said. “It…
Type: News
Maria Ressa on her fight for press freedom in the Philippines and around the world
A major address by Maria Ressa, who provides an update on her case in the Philippines, where she faces up to seven years in prison for a conviction on trumped-up charges of “cyber libel.” After her remarks she speaks with Jason Rezaian of The Washington Post.
Type: Media
A Conversation with Austin Tice’s 11-year-old Niece Maia
A unique perspective on the case of Austin Tice, the Marine veteran and Polk Award-winning journalist that has been held in Syria for more than eight years. Austin’s niece Maia who just turned 11 discusses her memories of her uncle and her advocacy for him in school and her neighborhood. Maia is interviewed by National Press Club President Lisa Matthews.
Type: Media
An Update On the Case of Emilio Gutierrez-Soto
UPDATED 5/4/21: Emilio Gutierrez-Soto responds.
An update on the case of Emilio Gutierrez-Soto, a Mexican journalist driven from his hometown by death threats from the military, which was acting on behalf of cartels. Gutierrez-Soto has been fighting for asylum ever since. He was almost deported in late 2017. Now, with a new administration, there is renewed hope for asylum in this case. Speakers include Kathy Kiely of the University of Missouri School of Journalism and Lynette Clemetson of the Knight Wallace Program at the University of Michigan. John Donnelly, Chair of the Club’s Press Freedom Team, moderates the program.
Type: Media
Books & Brunch to discuss 'Twilight of Democracy,' May 15
Books & Brunch will meet via Zoom at noon Saturday, May 15, to discuss "Twilight of Democracy: The Seductive Lure of Authoritarianism" by Anne Applebaum. Applebaum, a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, argues that political systems with simple belief and that reward loyalty have great appeal to many people. The author explains how advocates of authoritarianism and illiberalism use conspiracy theory, political polarization, social media and nostalgia to entice followers. To RSVP and receive a Zoom link, please email Fay Ludicello at [email protected]. Those who RSVP should expect…
Type: News
End of World War II 60th Anniversary
Former Senator Dole, a veteran who was severely wounded in World War II, spoke about the 60th anniversary of V-J Day, the official end of the war. Among the issues he addressed were the work of the United Nations, wars that have occurred since the end of World War II, and the battle for freedom. Following his remarks, Senator Dole responded to questions and comments submitted by members of the audience. Mr. Ryan moderated the event.
Type: Media
If you've not entered NPC Journalism Contest, deadline nears
The extended deadline is approaching for you to get those entries in for the National Press Club's annual Journalism Contest. The contest web page is open for your online entries, which includes a list of the categories. Entries should be submitted by Monday, May 17. Along with the most popular awards categories such as consumer news and political news, the Club is especially in the market for entries from young journalists, breaking news entries, humor writing and news photos. The Club is looking for the best work from 2020 from journalists covering consumer news, politics, creative…
Type: News