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Weekly Question Time in British House of Commons

2012-05-16T07:00:00

British Prime Minister David Cameron answered questions from members of the House of Commons in his weekly question time. Issues included the phone hacking scandal, the situation in the Eurozone including Greece, and the upcoming G8 and NATO meetings taking place this weekend in the United States.

Washington Journal for Wednesday, May 16

2012-05-15T20:00:00

Our daily Live program provides a forum for leading journalists and public policy makers to discuss key events, and legislation.

Sen. Rand Paul & "Ron Paul's Revolution" Author on 2012 Presidential Race

2012-05-15T18:00:00

On the day after Rep. Ron Paul announced he would end active campaigning for President, his son Sen. Rand Paul and author Brian Doherty talked about the 2012 presidential race and his new book, "Ron Paul’s Revolution: The Man and the Movement He Inspired."

Mitt Romney Delivers Economic Address in Iowa

2012-05-15T15:00:00

Republican Presidential candidate Mitt Romney in Iowa today called the nation's debt "America's nightmare" and talked about his plans to reduce federal spending as well as the deficit.

Senate Cmte. on Aging Examines Unemployment of Older Workers

2012-05-15T14:15:00

The Senate Special Committee on Aging, chaired by Sen. Herb Kohl (D-Wis.) heard testimony on a new report by the GAO on how the employment status of older workers has changed since the recession and ways help older workers find new jobs.

Lawmakers Hold Hearing on Chinese Activist Chen Guangcheng

2012-05-15T13:00:00

A House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee held a hearing on Chinese civil rights activist Chen Guangcheng, who called in by speaker phone to update members on his situation and on the violent treatment of his family and supporters.

State Department Press Briefing

2012-05-15T12:30:00

State Department Spokesman, Victoria Nuland conducts a daily briefing at the State Department.

President Obama Speaks at 31st Annual Peace Officers Memorial Service

2012-05-15T11:00:00

President Obama provided remarks at the 31^st annual Peace Officers Memorial Service in Washington. The ceremony is part of Peace Officers Memorial Day and National Police Week.

Aung San Suu Kyi Participates in Human Freedom Event

2012-05-15T10:00:00

The George W. Bush Presidential Center is holding a "Celebration of Human Freedom," event with Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Aung San Suu Kyi speaking to the gathering in Washington from Myanmar.

Hearing Discusses Legislation to Lower the Cost of HIV/AIDS Drugs

2012-05-15T10:00:00

Sen. Bernard Sanders (I-VT) chairs a hearing of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Subcommittee on Primary Health and Aging to discuss the cost of HIV/AIDS drugs and the Prize Fund alternative.

Fiscal Summit to Showcase Political Leaders

2012-05-15T08:30:00

The Peter G. Peterson Foundation (PGPF) holds its third annual "2012 Fiscal Summit: America's Case for Action." Participants include, Former Pres. Bill Clinton, Speaker of the House John Boehner (R-OH) and others.

Defense Officials Discuss Changes to F-22 Fighter Jet

2012-05-15T00:00:00

Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense George E. Little and Pentagon spokesman Navy Capt. John F. Kirby met today with the DOD press. Questions included changes to the F-22 and pilot safety and the situation in the Middle East.

Daily White House Briefing

2012-05-15T00:00:00

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney holds his daily briefing from the White House. Questions from the press included the state of the economy and the trading practices by JPMorgan.

Washington Journal for Tuesday, May 15

2012-05-14T20:00:00

Our daily Live program provides a forum for leading journalists and public policy makers to discuss key events, and legislation.

Ricky Martin Hosts President Obama At Campaign Fundraiser in NYC

2012-05-14T17:00:00

A week after declaring his support for same-sex marriage, President Obama spoke at a campaign fundraiser Monday hosted by singer Ricky Martin, the LGBT Leadership Council and Futuro Fund.

Frmr. NATO Amb. Launches 'Anchoring the Alliance' Report

2012-05-14T16:00:00

Nicholas Burns, the Former Undersecretary of State for Political Affairs and U.S. Ambassador to NATO addressed the international organization’s future during an Atlantic Council event.

Civil Society Organizations Hold Two-Day Shadow Conference on NATO

2012-05-14T13:30:00

Panelists will discuss the future of NATO, emerging security challenges, and burden sharing.

Pres. Obama Delivers Barnard College Commencement Address

2012-05-14T13:10:00

President Obama delivered the commencement address at Barnard College, a private women’s liberal arts college in New York City.

State Department Press Briefing

2012-05-14T12:30:00

State Department Spokesman, Victoria Nuland conducts a daily briefing at the State Department.

Bipartisan Policy Center Previews Upcoming Meetings with Iran

2012-05-14T10:00:00

Ahead of next week's meeting in Baghdad of the United States, its allies and Iran, the Bipartisan Policy Center holds a discussion on the goals and potential outcome of the talks, including what is at stake for the countries involved and international security.