C-SPAN 2 TV Schedule
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Dr. Sanjay Gupta, "Keep Sharp"
1 hour, 0 minuteNeurosurgeon and CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talked about improving and maintaining brain health. This virtual event was provided by Sixth & I in Washington, DC.
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The Communicators: Diversity in Tech
33 minutesEllen Pao, founder and CEO of Project Include, discussed the organization's efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in the tech industry. She took questions from Marketwatch technology reporter, Levi Sumagaysay. Project Include is a non-profit diversity consulting organization. Ms. Pao is the former interim CEO of Reddit.
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House Hearing on COVID-19 & Small Businesses
2 hours, 37 minutesThe House Small Business Committee held a hearing to examine the small business economy amid the coronavirus pandemic. Witnesses included University of California Santa Cruz economics professor Robert Fairlie, Oklahoma small business owner Stephen Schoaps and several business advocacy group leaders. Members asked about COVID-19 relief for minority-owned businesses, Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans and the potential impact of a minimum wage increase on small business owners.
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Montana Governor Delivers the State of the State Address
52 minutesMontana Gov. Greg Gianforte (R) delivered the State of the State Address in Helena. He discussed the state's response to COVID-19 and said "the pandemic remains the biggest challenge we face today." He thanked first responders, educators, and law enforcement. Gov. Gianforte also discussed vaccine distribution, creating jobs, rising property taxes, and lowering personal income tax.
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Brennan Center Hosts Discussion on the Senate Filibuster
47 minutesNew York University's Brennan Center for Justice holds a virtual discussion on democracy and how the U.S. Senate operates.
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Veterans Affairs Secretary Nominee Denis McDonough Testifies at Confirmation Hearing
2 hours, 10 minutesThe Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee held a confirmation hearing for Denis McDonough to serve as Veterans Affairs secretary. He answered questions on several topics, including on modernization efforts within the agency, coronavirus response at the VA, health care equity, community care, mental health, and addressing government bureaucracy. Previously, Mr. McDonough served as White House Chief of Staff during the Obama administration (2013-17).
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U.S. Senate: 02/08/2021
4 hours, 19 minutesSenators will consider the nomination of Denis McDonough to be Secretary of Veterans Affairs. A confirmation vote is expected.
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White House COVID-19 Response Team Holds Briefing
32 minutesThe White House COVID-19 Response Team held a briefing on the Biden administration's response to the pandemic. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said while data showed numbers down there's still too much community spread and the virus is not under control in the U.S. Other topics discussed included vaccination distribution and administration, sequencing of COVID-19 variants and the vaccine roll out to partnering pharmacies.
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Washington Journal: Scott Wong
10 minutesThe Hill's Scott Wong discussed the start of impeachment proceedings this week and other Congressional news.
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The Communicators: Diversity in Tech
34 minutesEllen Pao, founder and CEO of Project Include, discussed the organization's efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in the tech industry. She took questions from Marketwatch technology reporter, Levi Sumagaysay. Project Include is a non-profit diversity consulting organization. Ms. Pao is the former interim CEO of Reddit.
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House Hearing on Coronavirus Response & Vaccine Distribution
4 hours, 2 minutesFormer Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt and other public health officials testified before a remote House subcommittee on the government's coronavirus response and the progress of vaccine distribution. Several witnesses expressed concern over the lack of speed in getting vaccines to communities of color and rural areas across the country and the need for a robust manufacturing and supply chain line.
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George Shultz, "Issues on My Mind"
59 minutesGeorge Shultz talked about his book, "Issues on My Mind: Strategies for the Future," in which he discusses such topics as nuclear weapons, the economy, energy development, and the war on drugs. The interview, part of Book TV's college series, was recorded at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University.
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Former FCC Commissioners Discuss Telecommunications Act
57 minutesFormer FCC Commissioners Michael O'Rielly and Harold Furchtgott-Roth reflected on the 25th anniversary of the 1996 Telecommunications Act at a virtual event hosted by the Hudson Institute. They discussed major provisions of the law, notably Section 230 which aims to protect internet service providers (ISPs) and internet users who re-post third-party material against liability. In addition, the former FCC commissioners discussed changes in the media ownership space, potential FCC actions on net neutrality and whether Congress should rewrite parts of the Telecommunications Act of 1996.
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Rhode Island Governor Delivers the State of the State Address
45 minutesRhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo (D) delivered the State of the State address in Providence. She discussed the state's response to COVID-19 and declared "the state of our state is strong because the people of our state are strong." She thanked Rhode Islanders including health care providers, small businesses, the national guard, and teachers for their efforts during the pandemic. Gov. Raimondo also spoke about the economy, job creation, increased funding for education, and judicial appointments.
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House Hearing on Coronavirus Response & Vaccine Distribution
4 hours, 0 minuteFormer Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt and other public health officials testified before a remote House subcommittee on the government's coronavirus response and the progress of vaccine distribution. Several witnesses expressed concern over the lack of speed in getting vaccines to communities of color and rural areas across the country and the need for a robust manufacturing and supply chain line.