All Weekend, Every Weekend. On C-SPAN3.

The Presidency

Recent Events (51 - 60 of 85)

First Among Equals: George Washington and the American Presidency
Sunday, March 25, 2012     Washington, DC

To mark George Washington's birthday, the American Enterprise Institute hosted a gathering of political thinkers to consider the presidency and legacy of our nation's first chief executive. Among the topics discussed are Washington's Farewell Address and the many precedents he set for his successors, including what many historians believe to be his most lasting legacy -- his decision to relinquish power after only two terms in office.

Understanding Richard Nixon and His Era -- Vietnam
Sunday, March 11, 2012     Yorba Linda, California

This symposium convened by the Richard Nixon Presidential Library focuses on the Vietnam War. Panelists discuss the partnership between Richard Nixon and Henry Kissinger, the president's approach as commander-in-chief, the Pentagon Papers and the administration's response to dissent.

Richard Nixon and His Era -- Domestic Policy
Sunday, March 4, 2012     Yorba Linda, California

The Richard Nixon Presidential Library convened a symposium titled "Understanding Richard Nixon and His Era.'' This discussion focuses on the president's economic and environmental policies -- and reviews the administration's civil rights record as well as the expansion of the White House staff and its authority during the Nixon years.  

Hillary Clinton's Endorsement of Barack Obama
Monday, February 20, 2012     Washington, DC

Former first lady and then Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton holds the final rally of her presidential campaign.

The Presidency: Reflections of First Ladies Barbara and Laura Bush
Monday, February 20, 2012     

Barbara Bush and Laura Bush recently sat down for a conversation with historian Richard Norton Smith and talked about their unique family and historical relationships, the stereotypes perpetuated about the president’s spouse, how they handled political criticism, their experiences as wartime first ladies, and their advice to their successors. Held at the George Bush Presidential Library in College Station, Texas.

Michelle Obama's Commencement Speech
Monday, February 20, 2012     Washington, DC

First Lady Michelle Obama speaks to graduating seniors at Anacostia High School on her family life growing up and the value of education.

Nancy Reagan's Tour of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library
Monday, February 20, 2012     

A look back at Nancy Reagan's 1999 tour of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library.

Lady Bird Johnson's White House Tour
Monday, February 20, 2012     Washington, DC

Lady Bird Johnson takes us back to 1968 and shows us the White House she knew.

Jacqueline Kennedy's Oral Histories
Monday, February 20, 2012     

Caroline Kennedy introduces a discussion about the oral histories recorded in 1964 by her mother, Jacqueline.

White House Tour with Laura Bush
Monday, February 20, 2012     Washington, DC

A tour of the White House with Laura Bush from C-SPAN's White House documentary.

In the News

C-SPAN Gifts (late 2012)
Questions? Comments? Email us at AmericanHistoryTV@c-span.org