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International Federation of Journalists details dangers journalists face
Anthony Bellanger The International Federation of Journalists says 65 journalists and media workers were killed worldwide last year while doing their jobs. The killings occurred in 16 different countries during targeted attacks, bomb attacks and crossfire incidents. In the latest edition of Update-1, National Press Club Broadcast/Podcast team member Lincoln Smith talks with IFJ General Secretary Anthony Bellanger about the ongoing global challenges to press freedom. Bellanger discusses the deaths and imprisonment of journalists in Asia, Africa and Europe, summarizes the IFJ mission and…
Type: News
Post 20 recognized by D.C. American Legion for past year's leadership
American Legion Post 20, which meets in the Club, has been recognized by the D.C. Department of the Legion for its leadership during the last year. The Post remained active during the pandemic via Zoom meetings featuring guest speakers. Post Commander Jim Noone is one of two Department commanders named "Commander of the Year" and one of six cited as "Outstanding Legionnaire." The Post was one of three "Outstanding Post" recipients, announced during the Department's annual convention held May 29 in the Club's Main Ballroom. The Legion's Northeast Regional Vice Commander, Frank McDonald,…
Type: News
“Meet the Transportation Media” Lunch & Learn Program
On Thursday, June 17, from noon to 1 p.m., the National Press Club’s Communicators Team will host a virtual Lunch and Learn program featuring a panel of reporters who cover transportation and infrastructure issues. Transportation and infrastructure has gone from a running Capitol Hill punchline to a leading national public policy debate. Beyond the Beltway, transportation impacts everyday people and businesses in myriad ways, making a prime topic for local news coverage. From COVID-19 response to driving children to school, the way we travel and the infrastructure we use to get there matters…
Type: Event
Strong Taco Night turnout propels Club toward full reopening
Nearly 100 National Press Club members and guests celebrated the return of Taco Night, a significant step toward the further reopening of the Club to in-person activities. The June 11 event was the first time the Club’s traditional Friday evening happy hour has been held since March 13, 2020, when it was suspended due to social distancing concerns related to the coronavirus pandemic. There were 70 reservations, and about 98 people attended the Taco Night revival. “Fellow members, welcome home!” Club President Lisa Nicole Matthews said in brief remarks to the Taco Night gathering in the…
Type: News