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A Humorist's Perspective
Mr. Trillin discussed humorously some of his writings and some political issues. ====
Type: Media
Covering Midterm Elections and Gridlock
Mr. Kalb moderated a discussion of politicians, political strategists and journalists concerning the status of the American polity in the eyes of its citizens and the concern over gridlock in the next Congress. The group did not take audience questions.
Type: Media
White House Perspective
Chief of Staff Panetta discussed his role in the White House and in the Clinton administration. He also commented on U.S. citizens' mistrust of politicians and on administration deficit reduction policy. Following prepared remarks, he took questions from members of the audience.
Type: Media
Washington, DC Mayoral Debate
The two candidates for mayor met to debate Washington budgets, economy and other various campaign issues. They also responded to questions from the audience. Mr. Barry is a former mayor of the nations capitol.
Type: Media
The Agenda
In the National Press Club's occasional "Author's Rap," Mr. Woodward discussed his new book on the current administration, The Agenda: Inside the Clinton White House. The book describes President Clinton's management of the White House, his relationship with the White House staff, and what the staff's daily work is like.
Type: Media
Future of Telecommunications
Mr. Redstone spoke about the Information Superhighway. Viacom is one of the worlds largest entertainment corporations, involved in cable, film and television.
Type: Media
Television News Career
Mr. Osgood related events of his career as a news broadcaster and journalist. He is the host of the CBS News program "Sunday Morning" and also hosts a commentary program on CBS Radio.
Type: Media
Securities and Exchange Commission
Mr. Levitt spoke about his views on the role of the Securities and Exchange Commission, including agency initiatives in informing investors aboput the mutual fund industry and reforming the broker industry. After his prepared remarks, he took questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Emerging Faith Factor in American Politics
Mr. Reed spoke about religion and politics, and particurlarly his views on the role grassroots activists are playing in the midterm elections. After his prepared remarks, he took questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Arts Endowment Issues
On her first anniversary as chairperson of the National Endowment for the Arts, Ms. Alexander talked about her position and the struggle in the United States over the definition of art and censorship. After her prepared remarks, she took questions from the audience.
Type: Media