Television Archive News Search Service (2024)

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Journalist and author Gregg Jones discusses the mystery behind the 1943 disappearance of a bomber over Austria during World War II
Topics: austria, england, germany, europe, gregg, phil bedwell, gregg jones, indiana, north africa, sicily,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson appears before a House Appropriations subcommittee on his department's fiscal year 2016 budget request.
Topics: fbi, dhs, washington, nato, interpol, mr. fattah, tsa, mexico, carter, johnson, mr. rogers, laredo,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Panelists at at New America Foundation forum discuss the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act and efforts to reduce student debt and improve test scores
Topics: purdue, kevin, mitch daniels, indiana, cla, obama administration, washington, fredrik, ets, fredrik...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Former Israeli Ambassador to the United States Itamar Rabinovich discusses Israel's role in the Middle East and approach toward issues, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Topics: israel, syria, turkey, russia, lebanon, hezbollah, washington, olmert, iraq, iran, obama, leahy,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Politico and the Knight Foundation held a discussion on how campaigns plan to engage with nonvoters this election cycle. The conversation coincided with the Knight Foundation's release of a new study that focused on the political behavior and attitudes of nonvoters. Panelists spoke about how they could use this data as well as other data to target certain people to vote for a certain candidate. Sponsor: Knight (John S. and James L.) Foundation,Politico.com
Topics: trump, donald trump, obama, florida, michigan, rnc, caroline, pennsylvania, trump, d.c., arizona,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The Brookings Institution hosts a discussion on the aftermath of President Ronald Reagan's 1986 meeting with Mikhail Gorbachev in Reykjavik to discuss arms control, as well as the current state of U.S.-Russia relations
Topics: reykjavik, gorbachev, russia, soviet union, europe, ronald reagan, moscow, iceland, schultz,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The Consumer Federation of America hosted their annual forum bringing together government, industry and public policy leaders to discuss consumer issues. During this panel discussion, consumer advocates discussed the challenges around the expansion and modernization of the digital electric grid and the concerns around privacy and accessibility to low-income and rural consumers. Sponsor: Consumer Federation of America
Topics: delia, washington, lawson, california, lawrence, john, c-span, at&t, illinois, steve, steve...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The New York University School of Law holds a conference to discuss various components of the U.S. political system, including whether a third party can succeed in a two-party system
Topics: donald trump, brooklyn, california, wisconsin, manhattan, new york, ben ginsberg, sally, david...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Health care was one of the issues discussed at a day-long event hosted by the group called New Democracy. It was part of a broader conversation on strategies to advance the agenda of the Democratic Party and to elect party candidates leading up to the 2018 and 2020 elections. Among the speakers were House members Ami Bera (CA), Ann Kuster (NH) and Kurt Schrader (OR). Sponsor: New Democracy
Topics: annie, oregon, california, schrader, kuster, mitch mcconnell, alzheimer 's, washington, new...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Dr. Robert Redfield and Dr. Anthony Fauci, along with other public health officials, testified on the coronavirus outbreak before the House Oversight and Reform Committee. This was the second day of the hearing. Sponsor: House Oversight and Reform Committee
Topics: redfield, cdc, fauci, europe, italy, kadlec, china, fda, pennsylvania, tony, fema, florida,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Defense and National Guard officials testify at a House Armed Services subcommittee hearing on bonuses incorrectly paid to California National Guard soldiers. The House-passed Defense Authorization bill would allow soldiers to keep the bonuses
Topics: pearl harbor, hawaii, virginia, florida, california, new york, washington, roosevelt, pennsylvania,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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UCLA's Center for Immigration Law and Policy hosted a virtual discussion on immigration policy with DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Several topics were discussed, including sanctuary cities, the impact of the pandemic on immigration, unaccompanied minors at the border, and the need for immigration reform. They also discussed the use of private immigration detention centers, and the administration's intent to end the use of those facilities. Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles |...
Topics: ucla, alejandro mayorkas, obama, washington, los angeles, california, kathy mayorkas, cdc, dhs,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Rod Rosenstein and Rachel Brand testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on their nominations to be deputy attorney general and associate attorney general. Mr. Rosenstein, said he could answer yes or no on whether he would appoint a special counsel or prosecutor to investigate Russia and the 2016 elections because he did not have all the information necessary to make such a legal decision. Sponsor: Senate Judiciary Committee
Topics: mr. rosenstein, maryland, russia, feinstein, franken, grassley, cardin, rosenstein, fbi, obama,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The head of Facebook's News Feed, the founder of CraigsList, journalists, and academics talked about the effects of "fake" news on consumers and the media. Topics included identifying and fighting against fake news, social media, and financial motivations behind fake news. Sponsor: University of California, Berkeley | Graduate School of Journalism
Topics: facebook, google, craig, breitbart, california, facebook, kqed, berkeley, laura, npr, c-span, new...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Retired military officials and legal academics talked about the military's enforcement of rules and laws as they apply to free speech and sexual harassment cases involving service members. Sponsor: George Washington University Law School
Topics: baker, parker v. levy, wilcox, washington, brown, the navy, bragg, vietnam, levy, mr. efron,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Treasury Department Counselor for Racial Equity Janis Bowdler led a discussion with community advocates and equity stakeholders on the importance of economic opportunities for minority-owned businesses and entrepreneurs. The discussion occurred during the Treasury Department's Freedman's Bank Forum. They also discussed access to investment capital, systemic biases in financial institutions, and the need for diversity in investment firms. Sponsor: Department of the Treasury
Topics: california, scott, brown, kellogg foundation, david clooney, yellen, carlos, david
Source: Comcast Cable

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Admiral Michael Rogers, commander of the U.S. Cyber Command, and Defense Undersecretary for Intelligence Marcell Lettre testify before the Senate Armed Services Committee about cybersecurity threats facing the country
Topics: rogers, russia, nsa, arizona, europe, mccain, china, cyberspace, isis, berlin, obama...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Lorraine Agtang, who participated in the 1965 Delano Grape Strike as a member of the Agricultural Workers Organizing Committee, joins a panel discussion on the strike and its legacy, as well as the early days of the Farm Workers Movement
Topics: california, oregon, stockton, stockton, awa, hawaii, mr. sifuentes, san francisco, mr. asher, ms....
Source: Comcast Cable

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Historian David Sehat discusses how Americans looked for the wisdom of the Founding Fathers to defend their policies.
Topics: alexander heffner, jefferson, jackson, jefferson, hamilton, roosevelt, obama, goldwater, clinton,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee (D), and U.N. Secretary Gen. Ban Ki-moon talk at a 70th anniversary commemoration of the founding of the United Nations.
Topics: united nations, san francisco, u.n., pacific, truman, california, charlotte, willie brown, kennedy,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Terrorism experts participated in a conversation at the Texas Tribune Festival in Austin about domestic terrorism. The panelists, including a former Homeland Security adviser to President Obama (2013-2017), discussed why there are no federal statutes designating the difference between domestic and international terrorism, and the reasons as to why there should or shouldn't be separate laws for domestic terrorism. Sponsor: [Texas Tribune] Festival
Topics: fbi, isis, bobby, mary, texas, white house, washington, obama, google
Source: Comcast Cable

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The Hill newspaper and the Making Every Vote Count Foundation hosted an event at the Newseum in Washington, DC, on the impact a national popular vote election would have on presidential campaigns and American democracy. In this portion of the event, panelists discussed how presidential candidates' messages and platforms might change under a national popular vote system. Rhode Island Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea (D) delivered keynote remarks. Sponsor: [Hill, The],The Making Every Vote Count...
Topics: california, virginia, michigan, north dakota, florida, maryland, hillary clinton, donald trump,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The Atlantic Council in Washington, DC hosted a panel discussion on the role of energy policy and climate change in the 2020 presidential campaign. Among the speakers were former Obama administration officials along with representatives from several conservative energy advocacy organizations. Sponsor: Atlantic Council of the U.S.
Topics: christie, california, bernie sanders, washington, china, india, atlantic, sanders, sarah, pelosi,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The Hill newspaper and the Making Every Vote Count Foundation hosted an event at the Newseum in Washington, DC, on the impact a national popular vote election would have on presidential campaigns and American democracy. In this portion of the event, panelists discussed how presidential candidates' messages and platforms might change under a national popular vote system. Rhode Island Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea (D) delivered keynote remarks. Sponsor: [Hill, The],The Making Every Vote Count...
Topics: california, virginia, michigan, north dakota, donald trump, florida, hillary clinton, pennsylvania,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Better Angels president and co-founder David Blankenhorn discussed his group's efforts to foster understanding among people of differing political ideologies. Sponsor: C-SPAN | Washington Journal
Topics: washington, mr. blankenhorn, georgia, pedro, blankenhorn, trump, mr. bankenhorn, minnesota,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Human rights lawyer Derecka Purnell argued that new systems should be created to address the root causes of violence and offered her thoughts on why she now believes the police should be abolished. Town Hall Seattle hosted this virtual program. Sponsor: Town Hall Seattle
Topics: ferguson, seattle, nikita, darnell, louis, new york, cornell, st. louis, obama, elmore, elliott,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The University of Southern California's Center for the Political Future hosted a virtual discussion on the rising Hispanic electorate and its impact on politics. A panel of experts, including former Los Angele Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa (D, 2005-13) discussed the growing Hispanic population, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and participation in the political process. They also address the issues that concern Hispanic communities, such as immigration, the economy, access to health care, and...
Topics: california, mindy, gloria, cesar, donald trump, texas, l.a., gloria, romney, los angeles, rio...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The University of Southern California's Center for the Political Future hosted a virtual discussion on the rising Hispanic electorate and its impact on politics. A panel of experts, including former Los Angele Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa (D, 2005-13) discussed the growing Hispanic population, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and participation in the political process. They also address the issues that concern Hispanic communities, such as immigration, the economy, access to health care, and...
Topics: california, mindy, gloria, cesar, l.a., donald trump, texas, lionel sosa, ronald reagan, gavin...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Experts with technology companies, museums, and historical sites discussed using digital tools to reach their audiences and improve learning experiences. The White House Historical Association hosted this Dallas, Texas, event. Sponsor: White House Historical Association
Topics: theodore roosevelt, white house, monticello, white house historical association, jefferson,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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George Beebe and Paul Saunders, former George W. Bush administration officials, talked about Russian hacking and the 2016 presidential election. They spoke about the conclusions of the intelligence community report on Russian hacking and called for a more comprehensive investigation into the incident. The speakers also addressed U.S.-Russia relations under the Trump administration. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS), a Center for the National Interest board member and former Intelligence Committee...
Topics: russia, moscow, fbi, obama administration, roberts, washington, paul saunders, new york, clinton,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Author David Horowitz warned that America is under threat from the rise of socialism, critical race theory and attacks on an independent judiciary and the electoral system. This event took place at the Brown Palace Hotel in Denver, Colorado. Sponsor: Brown Palace Hotel
Topics: biden, milley, trump, colorado, david horowitz, arizona, david, new york, washington, pennsylvania,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Panelists discuss the historical background and the original intent of the Declaration of Independence.
Topics: jefferson, south carolina, britain, virginia, danielle, philadelphia, dunlap, thomas jefferson,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Dr. Tom Frieden, director of the Centers for Disease Control, testifies along with State Department and USAID officials at a Senate Foreign Relations subcommittee hearing on Zika virus prevention efforts
Topics: bernie, zika, brazil, florida, vermont, north carolina, dr. frieden, clinton, cdc, boxer,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Panelists at a George Washington University forum discuss the ongoing impact of Agent Orange in Vietnam and Laos, which the U.S. military used in wartime to defoliate forests
Topics: vietnam, laos, laos, cia, jacque, southern laos, southeast asia, danang, air america, cambodia,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Archivist Damani Davis discusses petitions filed by owners and slaves under the District of Columbia Emancipation Act. Signed into law by President Abraham Lincoln in April 1862, the act freed enslaved persons in the city of Washington, D.C
Topics: gerald ford, smithsonian, harriet tubman, michigan, nixon, lonnie, washington, california, obama,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Journalist and author Gregg Jones discusses the mystery behind the 1943 disappearance of a bomber over Austria during World War II
Topics: austria, england, germany, brown, indiana, north africa, europe, sicily, los angeles, southern...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Author Karen Greenberg and Close Guantanamo Co-Founders Thomas Wilner and Andy Worthington discuss President Obama's 2009 pledge to close the Guantanamo Bay detention facility, which currently houses 107 detainees
Topics: guantanamo, guantanamo, obama, obama, afghanistan, isis, new york, karen, obama administration,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Former Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister Rafe al-Issawi is among the panelists at a Brookings Institution-sponsored discussion on the future of Iraq.
Topics: iraq, baghdad, isis, iran, iran, mosul, crocker, afghanistan, turkey, syria, lebanon, washington,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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A debate on American Foreign Policy from the 2014 FreedomFest in Las Vegas.
Topics: afghanistan, india, vietnam, russia, china, doug casey, iraq, mr. forbes, pearl harbor, mr. grover...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction John Sopko said, "the failure to build a democratic, self-sustainable Afghan state...was the result of many decisions made over the course of four presidential administrations," during testimony before the House Oversight Committee's hearing on the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Joining Mr. Sopko at the witness table were Defense Department Inspector General Robert Storch, Acting State Department Inspector General Diana Shaw,...
Topics: afghanistan, biden, trump, taliban, sopko, mr. storch, kabul, donald trump, dod, mr. sopko,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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[LIVE] The House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, chaired by Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA), holds a discussion on Capitol Hill on the impact of gun violence on children, as well as the need to pass universal background checks. Sponsor: House Democratic Gun Violence Prevention Task Force
Topics: baltimore, chicago, ms. philpot, mitch mcconnell, philadelphia, fairfax, virginia, fresno,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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[LIVE] NIAID Director Dr. Anthony Fauci, CDC Dr. Director Robert Redfield and FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn testify on COVID-19 and plans to reopen the U.S. economy to the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee. Sponsor: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
Topics: cdc, fauci, redfield, fda, hahn, murray, paul, europe, warren, osha, washington, alexander, maine,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Health care was one of the issues discussed at a day-long event hosted by the group called New Democracy. It was part of a broader conversation on strategies to advance the agenda of the Democratic Party and to elect party candidates leading up to the 2018 and 2020 elections. Among the speakers were House members Ami Bera (CA), Ann Kuster (NH) and Kurt Schrader (OR). Sponsor: New Democracy
Topics: oregon, annie, diabetes, california, nasa, alzheimer, new hampshire
Source: Comcast Cable

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New Democracy hosted a symposium with current and former elected officials and strategists on the future of the Democratic Party leading up to the 2018 and 2020 elections. In this portion, Sen. Chris Coons (D-DE) discussed becoming a more inclusive party with a diverse coalition; former Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL) talked about outreach in rural communities; former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu (D) discussed appealing to the political center as opposed to...
Topics: washington, donald trump, youngstown, china, landrieu, new orleans, delaware, michigan, new york,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The American Constitution Society for Law and Policy discussed various proposals to change the structure of the federal judiciary. These proposals include expansion of district and appellate courts including the Supreme Court, and term limits for judges. Rep. Mondaire Jones (D-NY) was among the panelists who articipated in the discussion. He said he hoped to introduce legislation on this topic in the future. Sponsor: American Constitution Society for Law and Policy
Topics: nasa, jones, chris, spacex, biden, michael, california, obama, nancy, manchin, sinema, john, china,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Treasury Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo testified on the department's review of its sanctions policy regime before the Senate Banking Committee. Sponsor: Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee
Topics: china, irs, iran, wally adeyemo, russia, taliban, afghanistan, biden, crypto, treasury, north...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Reuters senior reporter David Randall spoke about the discovery of the T. Rex. Sponsor: Southern Festival of Books
Topics: barnum brown, barnum, new york, malibu, montana, patagonia, david, california, osborn, wyoming,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Dwight Chapin talks about his years with Richard Nixon; he worked on Mr. Nixon's 1962 California campaign for governor and was with him in the White House until the Watergate scandal led to prison time.
Topics: nixon, richard nixon, bob haldeman, frank, dwight, white house, china, washington, dwight chapin,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies hosted a discussion on the Trump administration's most recent executive order on U.S. immigration and refugee policy, discussing both the practical effects of the policies and the perception of them around the world. Debate among the four panelists centered on the potential effectiveness of the executive order in boosting national security, and what role the U.S. should be taking in addressing the flood of refugees from Syria...
Topics: syria, libya, islam, obama
Source: Comcast Cable

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Topics: cuba, scott, npr, josh lederman, carol, obama, washington, d.c., scott horsley, david muir, miami,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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American History TV marks the 50th anniversary of the 1967 Detroit riots. Over five days in July, 5,000 federal troops were called in, 43 people died and there was more than $30 million in property damages. The unrest was sparked by a police raid on an illegal bar and fueled by long-simmering tensions over racism and segregation. Joining us from the Detroit Free Press, which won a Pulitzer Prize for its riot coverage, are former Detroit Police Chief & former Deputy Mayor Isaiah...
Topics: detroit, michigan, steven henderson, heather ann thompson, heather, philip, georgia, detroit,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The American Constitution Society for Law and Policy discussed various proposals to change the structure of the federal judiciary. These proposals include expansion of district and appellate courts including the Supreme Court, and term limits for judges. Rep. Mondaire Jones (D-NY) was among the panelists who articipated in the discussion. He said he hoped to introduce legislation on this topic in the future. Sponsor: American Constitution Society for Law and Policy
Topics: jones, chris, california, manchin, biden, obama, nancy, michael, jen, michigan, white house, mitch...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Dr. Lydia Kang and journalist Nate Pedersen provided a primer on diseases, how they start, spread, and the scientific research done to curb their impact. The Savannah Book Festival in Georgia hosted this program. Sponsor: Savannah Book Festival
Topics: savannah, nate, california, philadelphia, lydia, russia, england, egypt, new york, nebraska, china,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Experts with technology companies, museums, and historical sites discussed using digital tools to reach their audiences and improve learning experiences. The White House Historical Association hosted this Dallas, Texas, event. Sponsor: White House Historical Association
Topics: white house, theodore roosevelt, jefferson, monticello, verizon, gary, roosevelt, ohio, white house...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Dwight Chapin talked about his years with Richard Nixon. He worked on Mr. Nixon's 1962 California campaign for governor and was with him in the White House until the Watergate scandal led to prison time. The Nixon Foundation hosted this event at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in Yorba Linda, California. Sponsor: Nixon (Richard) Foundation
Topics: nixon, richard nixon, bob haldeman, frank, dwight, white house, china, washington, dwight chapin,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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White House adviser to four presidents, David Gergen offered his thoughts on leadership and how great leaders are made. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute in Simi Valley, California, hosted this virtual event. Sponsor: Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute
Topics: reagan, white house, nixon, vietnam, washington, harry truman, richard nixon, john mccain, france,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Former Obama administration Communications Director Dan Pfeiffer offered his thoughts on how the Left can fight political disinformation. Midtown Scholar Bookstore in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, hosted this event. Sponsor: Midtown Scholar Bookstore
Topics: new york, obama, donald trump, biden, pennsylvania, barack obama, hillary clinton, bernie sanders,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The Institute of World Politics and the Foreign Policy Initiative hosted a discussion on women in combat. Naval Postgraduate School Professor Anna Simons talked about the challenges and changes to the military since the 2015 decision to allow women in combat units. Sponsor: Institute of World Politics
Topics: california, elaine, navy, texas, nasa, owens, vietnam, obama, dr. simons, somalia, iraq, anna...
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Medical and legal professionals discussed the state of reproductive rights and women's health care at Georgetown University Law Center in Washington, DC. They talked about public awareness surrounding menstruation and menopause, maternal mortality, and abortion. The event occurred several months after the Supreme Court struck down federal abortion rights in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. Sponsor: Georgetown University Law Center
Topics: mississippi, cpc, roe v. wade, texas, king, washington, georgetown, goodwin, pennsylvania,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The United States Energy Association in Washington, DC hosted a discussion on energy access and affordability. Speakers offered various policy solutions to help low-income households with energy costs. In addition, they addressed state and federal energy assistance programs, specifically the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Sponsor: U.S. Energy Association
Topics: jessica, kenley, chris, united states energy association, d.c., american gas association, nina,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Carnegie Endowment for International Peace's Daniel Baer provided his roadmap to building a stronger America. Politics and Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C., hosted this event. Sponsor: Politics and Prose Bookstore
Topics: washington, ukraine, etc., stella, u.n., osce, europe, obama, colorado, clinton, united nations,...
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Representative Ted Lieu (D-CA), "Lawfare" Managing Editor Susan Hennessey, and Kate Martin, with the Center for American Progress, discuss the debate over encryption technology, privacy, and national security
Topics: fbi, san bernardino, california, apple, wilson, new york, china, stein, jane harmon, brooklyn,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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[LIVE] Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein testifies before the House Judiciary Committee about Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigation of Russia's influence in the 2016 U.S. elections. Sponsor: House Judiciary Committee
Topics: fbi, mueller, clinton, russia, donald trump, mr. rosenstein, mr. mueller, robert mueller, trump,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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U.S. Army veteran Dennis Haines talked about his experiences during the Vietnam War. Mr. Haines recounted the moments leading up to being shot twice in the head and his long recovery. He also discussed a frontal assault that ended with him losing his close friend. The interview was conducted by the Witness to War Foundation. Sponsor: Witness to War Foundation
Topics: vietnam, walter reed, pennsylvania, john, john miller, lebanon, john baldwin, fort benning, dr....
Source: Comcast Cable

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The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation in Washington, DC, released a report and hosted a panel discussion on efforts to institute a mileage-based road use tax to replace the gas tax. Participants talked about the benefits and challenges of implementing a per-mile road tax and on the state-level pilot programs that had been in place for the previous few years. Afterward, the panel took questions from the audience. Sponsor: Information Technology and Innovation Foundation
Topics: susan, rob, adrian, oregon, connecticut, california, michigan, columbia, manhattan, new york, fema,...
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The Institute of World Politics and the Foreign Policy Initiative hosted a discussion on women in combat. Naval Postgraduate School Professor Anna Simons talked about the challenges and changes to the military since the 2015 decision to allow women in combat units. Sponsor: Institute of World Politics
Topics: elaine, vietnam, california, platoon, annapolis, simons, nasa, dr. simon, isis, mack owens,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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In presentations on international views and laws related to U.S. intelligence gathering and data collection, Alan Butler presented a short talk, "Schrems and the International Backlash Against U.S. Surveillance," and Jennifer Daskal presented a short talk, "When Can Law Enforcement Seize Data Across Borders?" Then panelists discussed data monitoring and collection within the U.S. Concluding thoughts were offered by Mark Zwillinger, a former Justice Department attorney who...
Topics: fisa, fbi, eu, ireland, snowden, julian, google, europe, yemen, c.j. eu, jennifer, nsa, jennifer...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The Western History Association hosted this panel on defining the American West geographically, culturally and politically. The five scholars also investigated the role of regions in understanding the past and present of the United States. This was part of the organization's 2019 annual meeting. Sponsor: Western History Association
Topics: california, oklahoma, los angeles, guatemala, white house, texas, washington, canada, latin...
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Dwight D. Eisenhower, a Republican and the former Supreme Allied Commander in Europe during World War II, was sworn in as the 34th president of the United States on January 20, 1953. This program included preparations for his inauguration, his oath of office, a portion of his address, and highlights of the inaugural parade. Before Donald Trump, Eisenhower was last to win the presidency having never held elective office. Courtesy of the U.S. Senate Recording Studio. Sponsor: C-SPAN | C3 History
Topics: washington, new york, north carolina, herbert hoover, california, nixon, the nation
Source: Comcast Cable

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Dr. Roberta DeBiasi of Children's National Hospital discussed the latest on the coronavirus and its impact on children. Sponsor: C-SPAN | Washington Journal
Topics: new york, lauren, virginia, florida, roberta debiasi, d.c., georgia, fauci, maryland, washington,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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The Atlantic Council in Washington, DC hosted a panel discussion on the role of energy policy and climate change in the 2020 presidential campaign. Among the speakers were former Obama administration officials along with representatives from several conservative energy advocacy organizations. Sponsor: Atlantic Council of the U.S.
Topics: christy, atlantic, washington, sarah, india, trump, california, paris, bernie sanders, warren, joe...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Lincoln Hallowell, a ranger with the National Park Service, and Judith Berdy, president of the Roosevelt Island Historical Society, discuss American female aviators, engineers, and air field personnel who served during World War II.
Topics: floyd bennett, jackie cochran, new york, amelia ehrhardt, helen richey, ruth nichols, laura...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee (D), and U.N. Secretary Gen. Ban Ki-moon talk at a 70th anniversary commemoration of the founding of the United Nations.
Topics: san francisco, united nations, u.n., roosevelt, brown, pacific, california, kennedy, willie brown,...
Source: Comcast Cable

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Professor Carlos Manuel Salomon, author of ``Pio Pico: The Last Governor of Mexican California,'' discusses Mexicans of African descent who were some of the first non-Indian settlers in California.
Topics: california, pio pico, mexico, los angeles, mexico city, spain, salomon, san diego, san gabriel,...
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The 20th anniversary of the Iraq War was discussed at an event hosted by the Cato Institute. They discussed the landscape that led to the Iraq War and reflected on lessons learned from the war. Sponsor: Cato Institute
Topics: iraq, bush, new york, judith miller, jonathan, afghanistan, saddam hussein, saddam, jessica,...
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