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As the Olympic torch traveled through the U.S., passed from runner to runner on the way to Salt Lake City for the 2002 Winter Games, it was used to light a cauldron at the Lincoln Memorial.

First lady Laura Bush and her mother-in-law former first lady Barbara Bush spoke at the opening of the exhibit of holiday decorations at the White House Visitors Center.

Mayor Williams talked to a group of students about how Washington, DC responded to the terrorist attacks of September 11 and how it is handling threats of further terrorism. He answered ques…

Officials talked to reporters about a report on security in Washington, DC. Among the issues they addressed were the levels of cooperation between the city and federal government, maintainin…

Mayors talked about emergency preparations, emergency response infrastructure, and information coordination in the event of a disaster or terrorist attack. This event took place on the openi…

Participants talked about how counties and other local governments can help the federal government to prepare for a terrorist attack, and how the National Association of Counties can assist …

Mayor of Washington, D.C. Anthony Williams and other officials talked to reporters about responses to anthrax exposures at Washington, DC post offices. Following their remarks they answered …

Officials spoke to reporters about postal employee exposure to anthrax at Washington, DC post offices, precautions being taken to avoid further exposure, and new security measures being impl…

Officials spoke to reporters about investigations into anthrax contamination, the safety of the mail system, and the relative threat to the public. After their comments they answered questio…

DC Mayor Anthony Williams and Dr.Ivan Walks talked to reporters about anthrax contamination at a Washington, DC mail facility. Following their remarks they answered questions from the report…

Witnesses testified about the state of the tourism industry in the aftermath of the September 11 terrorist attacks on America. The subcommittee is examining legislation that would help promo…

At the National Conference of Black Mayors, participants talked to corporate executives about the importance of public and private partnerships at the local level. During their remarks they …

Participants described the sacrifices that parents with uninsured children are forced to make and the impact on the children involved.

Witnesses testified about the pros and cons of reopening Pennsylvania Avenue in front of the White House. The street was closed several years ago for security reasons. The Secret Service thi…

Following introductory remarks from Mayor Archer, Secretary Thompson spoke about the need for better health care, community development, and poverty reduction.

The general session of the winter meeting of the Democratic National Committee was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and prayer. Speeches were made by the general and national chairs. A v…

Mayor Williams talked of the city’s role in the inauguration. Telephone lines were open for audience comments as the news of the day was reviewed and live scenes of the city were shown.

Members of the U.S. Conference of Mayors talked to reporters about their meeting with President Clinton. They focused on the achievements during the Clinton Administration that have improved…

In an annual ceremony honoring the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, organizers presented awards to leaders in the African-American community and presented President Clinton with the key to …

President Clinton presented awards to citizens for their work and deeds in behalf of the American people.