C-SPAN Schedule

< Sunday, October 18 >

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10:00 PM MDT Approx. 7 hr. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. 4:50 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 4 min. Kerri Arsenault, "Mill Town" Kerri Arsenault investigated how the paper mill in her hometown of Mexico, Maine, affected the ... Kerri Arsenault investigated how the paper mill in her hometown of Mexico, Maine, affected the financial and physical well-being of its residents. This was a virtual event hosted by Greenlight Bookstore in Brooklyn. 10:00 PM MDT Approx. 6 hr. 55 min. American History TV People and events that help document the American Story. People and events that help document the American Story.
5:00 AM MDT Approx. 3 hr. 3 min. LIVE Washington Journal 10/18/2020 5:54 AM MDT Approx. 36 min. Susan Berfield, "The Hour of Fate" Bloomberg News investigative reporter Susan Berfield recounted the fight between President ... Bloomberg News investigative reporter Susan Berfield recounted the fight between President Theodore Roosevelt and financier J.P. Morgan over the size of corporations and government intervention at the turn of the 20th century. This was a virtual event hosted by the Friends of Sagamore Hill in Oyster Bay, New York. 4:55 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 6 min. Unionizing Women Garment Workers In the early 20th century, the International Ladies' Garment Workers Union was the largest women's ... In the early 20th century, the International Ladies' Garment Workers Union was the largest women's union in the world. It pushed to improve benefits for women in the clothing industry and inspired union action in other professions across the country. A panel of scholars looked at this union's historical significance along with the challenges its members faced in fighting for worker rights. They also described the role of minority women in the garment industry during this period. The New-York Historical Society's Center for Women's History hosted this discussion.
8:03 AM MDT Approx. 14 min. Sen. Grassley Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the ... Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Each senator received 20 minutes to engage with Judge Barrett on a variety of legal topics. 6:30 AM MDT Approx. 59 min. Mychal Denzel Smith, "Stakes is High" Type Media Center fellow Mychal Denzel Smith offered his thoughts on the American dream. This ... Type Media Center fellow Mychal Denzel Smith offered his thoughts on the American dream. This virtual event was sponsored by Magic City Books in Tulsa, Oklahoma. 6:01 AM MDT Approx. 59 min. History Bookshelf Kasey Pipes, "After the Fall" Kasey Pipes, former adviser to President George W. Bush, recounted the post-White House years of ... Kasey Pipes, former adviser to President George W. Bush, recounted the post-White House years of President Richard Nixon.
8:17 AM MDT Approx. 20 min. Sen. Whitehouse Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the ... Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Each senator received 20 minutes to engage with Judge Barrett on a variety of legal topics. 7:29 AM MDT Approx. 45 min. Donald Trump Jr., "Liberal Privilege" Donald Trump Jr. offered his thoughts on what he calls 'liberal privilege' and Democratic ... Donald Trump Jr. offered his thoughts on what he calls 'liberal privilege' and Democratic Presidential Candidate Joe Biden. This virtual program was hosted by the Nixon Foundation in Yorba Linda, California. 7:00 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. Presidential Debates 1984 Presidential Debate - Ronald Reagan & Walter Mondale President Ronald Reagan and Walter Mondale debated on defense and foreign policy issues. This is ... President Ronald Reagan and Walter Mondale debated on defense and foreign policy issues. This is the final presidential debate before the election.
8:37 AM MDT Approx. 20 min. Sen. Lee Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the ... Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Each senator received 20 minutes to engage with Judge Barrett on a variety of legal topics. 8:14 AM MDT Approx. 46 min. National Book Festival - Madeleine Albright, "Hell and Other Destinations" Former Secretary of State Madeline Albright reflected on her life and political career. This ... Former Secretary of State Madeline Albright reflected on her life and political career. This program was part of the 20th annual National Book Festival, a virtual event hosted by the Library of Congress. 8:30 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. Presidential Debates 1988 Presidential Debate - George H.W. Bush & Michael Dukakis Vice President George H.W. Bush and Governor Michael Dukakis (D-MA) met at the University of ... Vice President George H.W. Bush and Governor Michael Dukakis (D-MA) met at the University of California, Los Angeles, for the second of two debates prior to the 1988 presidential election. It was best-remembered for the first question, about the death penalty, asked by moderator Bernard Shaw. Other panelists were Margaret Warner, Andrea Mitchell, and Ann Compton. Each candidate was questioned in turn with two minutes to respond and a one-minute rebuttal. The panelists were allowed to ask follow-up questions. Each candidate had two minutes for a closing statement.
8:57 AM MDT Approx. 21 min. Sen. Hirono Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the ... Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Each senator received 20 minutes to engage with Judge Barrett on a variety of legal topics. 9:00 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. Chris Whipple, "The Spymasters" Chris Whipple talked to former CIA directors to provide an inside look at the intelligence ... Chris Whipple talked to former CIA directors to provide an inside look at the intelligence organization's operations. This was a virtual event hosted by the Center on National Security at Fordham Law. 10:00 AM MDT Approx. 55 min. Lectures in History Lewis and Clark Expedition Brigham Young University professor Jay Buckley taught a class about Lewis and Clark's expedition ... Brigham Young University professor Jay Buckley taught a class about Lewis and Clark's expedition across the American West after the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. Also know as the Corps of Discovery Expedition, he described their goal to map a route to the Pacific coast as well as to gather information on the people, flora and fauna in the new territory. This class was taught online due to the coronavirus pandemic and Brigham Young University provided the video.
9:18 AM MDT Approx. 14 min. Sen. Ernst Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the ... Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Each senator received 20 minutes to engage with Judge Barrett on a variety of legal topics. 10:00 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. After Words John Brennan, "Undaunted - My Fight Against America's Enemies, At Home and Abroad" Former CIA director John Brennan spoke about his life and career. He was interviewed by New York ... Former CIA director John Brennan spoke about his life and career. He was interviewed by New York Times national security reporter Julian Barnes. 10:55 AM MDT Approx. 47 min. The Civil War Union Gen. George Sears Greene at Gettysburg During the Battle of Gettysburg's second day, Union commander George Meade called for ... During the Battle of Gettysburg's second day, Union commander George Meade called for reinforcements to beat back an assault his left flank, leaving only a single brigade to defend his right flank on Culp's Hill. Author Dan Welch describes how that brigade under General George Sears Greene repulsed multiple Confederate attacks over the course of the evening of July 2, holding the Union right despite being outnumbered three-to-one. This talk was part of a symposium on "The War in the East" hosted by the "Emerging Civil War" blog.
9:32 AM MDT Approx. 22 min. Sen. Booker Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the ... Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Each senator received 20 minutes to engage with Judge Barrett on a variety of legal topics. 11:00 AM MDT Approx. 55 min. Lynne Cheney, "The Virginia Dynasty" Former Second Lady Lynne Cheney chronicled the leadership of four of the first five presidents who ... Former Second Lady Lynne Cheney chronicled the leadership of four of the first five presidents who hailed from the state of Virginia; George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and James Monroe. This was a virtual event hosted by the American Enterprise Institute in Washington, DC. 11:42 AM MDT Approx. 47 min. The Civil War 1862 Loudoun Valley Campaign About a month after the Battle of Antietam, Union forces under Gen. George McClellan crossed the ... About a month after the Battle of Antietam, Union forces under Gen. George McClellan crossed the Potomac River in pursuit of Gen. Robert E. Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia. Author Kevin Pawlak talked about the Loudoun Valley Campaign, a series of skirmishes starting at the end of October 1862 between Confederate forces under J.E.B. Stuart and various units of the Union Army of the Potomac. On November 5, President Abraham Lincoln ordered McClellan's removal from command. This talk was part of a symposium on "The War in the East" hosted by the "Emerging Civil War" blog.
9:54 AM MDT Approx. 20 min. Sen. Crapo Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the ... Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett returned for a second day of questions from members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Each senator received 20 minutes to engage with Judge Barrett on a variety of legal topics. 11:55 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 4 min. Richard Kreitner, "Break It Up"' and Rick Perlstein, "Reaganland" Nation magazine contributing writer Richard Kreitner provided a history of secession movements in ... Nation magazine contributing writer Richard Kreitner provided a history of secession movements in the United States and historian Rick Perlstein looked at conservatism in modern American history. This was a virtual event hosted by the Strand Bookstore. 12:29 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 31 min. Presidential Debates in Historical Perspective Historians put the presidential debates in perspective in this online forum hosted by the American ... Historians put the presidential debates in perspective in this online forum hosted by the American Historical Association. Participants include Yale University's Joanne Freeman, Purdue University's Kathryn Brownell, Peniel Joseph of the University of Texas at Austin, and Newton Minow, a member of the Commission on Presidential Debates.
10:14 AM MDT Approx. 4 min. ABA Endorsement Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony from outside witnesses on the Supreme Court nomination ... Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony from outside witnesses on the Supreme Court nomination of Amy Coney Barrett. In this part of the hearing, Senate Democrats urged the committee chair, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) not to move forward with Judge Barrett's confirmation and let the people choose after the election. Chair Graham announced that they will be moving forward and the committee's vote on her nomination will be October 22, 2020. 12:59 PM MDT Approx. 57 min. Ilya Shapiro, "Supreme Disorder" The CATO Institute's Ilya Shapiro offered his thoughts on the judicial nomination process and how ... The CATO Institute's Ilya Shapiro offered his thoughts on the judicial nomination process and how to improve it. This virtual event was hosted by the CATO Institute in Washington, D.C. 2:00 PM MDT Approx. 46 min. Campaign John F. Kennedy Address on Church & State 1960 Democratic presidential nominee Sen. John F. Kennedy appears in Texas before a meeting of ... 1960 Democratic presidential nominee Sen. John F. Kennedy appears in Texas before a meeting of Houston ministers to address the topic of church and state, religious freedom, and tolerance. Paid for by the Kennedy-Johnson Texas Campaign Committee, the broadcast includes an extended question and answer session. John F. Kennedy was the first Catholic to be elected president of the United States. During the 1960 campaign, many Protestant groups publicly opposed Senator Kennedy, fearing the influence of the Pope and Catholic Church on his presidency.
10:18 AM MDT Approx. 12 min. Law Clerks Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony from outside witnesses on the Supreme Court nomination ... Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony from outside witnesses on the Supreme Court nomination of Amy Coney Barrett. In this part of the hearing, Senate Democrats urged the committee chair, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) not to move forward with Judge Barrett's confirmation and let the people choose after the election. Chair Graham announced that they will be moving forward and the committee's vote on her nomination will be October 22, 2020. 1:56 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 4 min. Author Discussion on the Future of Saudi Arabia Authors Ben Hubbard ("MBS") and Susanne Koelbl ("Behind the Kingdom's Veil") talked about the ... Authors Ben Hubbard ("MBS") and Susanne Koelbl ("Behind the Kingdom's Veil") talked about the future of Saudi Arabia under the rule of Mohammed bin Salman. This virtual event was hosted by the Middle East Institute. 2:46 PM MDT Approx. 44 min. Reel America "The Myth of the Great Society" - 1966 Ronald Reagan delivered a critique of the growth of government and President Lyndon Johnson's ... Ronald Reagan delivered a critique of the growth of government and President Lyndon Johnson's policies in this speech called "The Myth of the Great Society." The film was donated to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, and the exact date and location of Mr. Reagan's remarks are unknown, but the library believes it was in New York in 1966 -- the same year that Ronald Reagan won his campaign for California governor.
10:30 AM MDT Approx. 32 min. Sens. Graham, Blumenthal & Lee Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony from outside witnesses on the Supreme Court nomination ... Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony from outside witnesses on the Supreme Court nomination of Amy Coney Barrett. In this part of the hearing, Senate Democrats urged the committee chair, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) not to move forward with Judge Barrett's confirmation and let the people choose after the election. Chair Graham announced that they will be moving forward and the committee's vote on her nomination will be October 22, 2020. 3:00 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 1 min. Peter Laufer, "Up Against the Wall" University of Oregon professor Peter Laufer argued for having an open border between the U.S. and ... University of Oregon professor Peter Laufer argued for having an open border between the U.S. and Mexico. This virtual event was hosted by Village Books in Bellingham, WA. 3:30 PM MDT Approx. 30 min. Reel America "Election 1976 - The Candidates & the Campaign" Three political scientists discuss the 1976 presidential campaign between incumbent Republican ... Three political scientists discuss the 1976 presidential campaign between incumbent Republican Gerald Ford and Democratic challenger Jimmy Carter. The program includes video highlights from presidential debates and campaign events. The U.S. Information Agency produced this program to explain the U.S. election system to international audiences.
11:02 AM MDT Approx. 46 min. Washington This Week Key Capitol Hill hearings, speeches from policy makers, and political coverage from around the ... Key Capitol Hill hearings, speeches from policy makers, and political coverage from around the country. 4:01 PM MDT Approx. 55 min. Rick Tyler, "Still Right" MSNBC political analyst Rick Tyler made his case for how conservative principles can tackle ... MSNBC political analyst Rick Tyler made his case for how conservative principles can tackle today's political issues. This was a virtual event hosted by Gibson's bookstore in Concord, New Hampshire. 4:00 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. American Artifacts Jacob Riis Exhibit We tour a Library of Congress exhibit on the life and work of journalist, social reformer and ... We tour a Library of Congress exhibit on the life and work of journalist, social reformer and photographer Jacob Riis with exhibition director Cheryl Regan and curator Barbara Bair. Author Bonnie Yochelson is interviewed about her companion book. The exhibit includes Library of Congress documents and photographs from the Museum of the City of New York and is titled, "Jacob Riis: Revealing "How the Other Half Lives."
11:48 AM MDT Approx. 20 min. LIVE Campaign 2020 Joe Biden Campaigns in Durham, NC 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden delivers remarks at a voter mobilization event in ... 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden delivers remarks at a voter mobilization event in Durham, NC, where early voting is already underway. 4:56 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 1 min. Geraldo Cadava, "The Hispanic Republican" Northwestern University Latino Studies professor Geraldo Cadava explored the relationship between ... Northwestern University Latino Studies professor Geraldo Cadava explored the relationship between Latinos and the Republican Party over the past forty years. This was a virtual event hosted by Harvard Book Store in Cambridge, Massachusetts. 5:00 PM MDT Approx. 55 min. "Dogfight Over Tokyo" Author John Wukovits discussed his book "Dogfight Over Tokyo: The Final Air Battle of the Pacific, ... Author John Wukovits discussed his book "Dogfight Over Tokyo: The Final Air Battle of the Pacific, and the Last Four Men to Die in World War II." The book tells the story of a group of American aviators who took off on a bombing mission from the carrier USS Yorktown on August 15, 1945, and were attacked over Japan shortly after receiving word that the war had ended. The National World War II Museum hosted this online event and provided the video.
12:08 PM MDT Approx. 39 min. Dr. Anthony Fauci Discusses COVID-19 Pandemic & Public Health Policy Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases discussed the ... Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases discussed the coronavirus pandemic and public health policy at a Johns Hopkins University virtual event. He talked about the current trends in the pandemic, the role that university plays in health policy, and differentiating between politics and policy when it comes to science. 5:57 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 3 min. Jennifer Taub, "Big Dirty Money" Law professor Jennifer Taub offered her thoughts on the repercussions average Americans face when ... Law professor Jennifer Taub offered her thoughts on the repercussions average Americans face when the rich break the law in order to accumulate more wealth. 5:55 PM MDT Approx. 4 min. Barbara Bush Scrapbooks Former first lady Barbara Bush kept scrapbooks of every year of the Bush's life together. Warren ... Former first lady Barbara Bush kept scrapbooks of every year of the Bush's life together. Warren Finch, Director of the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum showed items from one of 118 scrapbooks held in the library, including a memento from the couple's first Thanksgiving together.
12:47 PM MDT Approx. 51 min. President Trump Delivers Remarks on Seniors in Fort Myers, FL President Trump addressed a crowd of senior citizens in Fort Myers, Florida. He told them they ... President Trump addressed a crowd of senior citizens in Fort Myers, Florida. He told them they would be the first in line to receive a vaccine and later talked in more detail about the government's response to the pandemic. The president also talked about his immigration policy and former Vice President Joe Biden's position on various issues. 7:00 PM MDT Approx. 59 min. After Words Candace Owens, "Blackout" Political commentator Candace Owens offered her thoughts on why Black Americans should vote ... Political commentator Candace Owens offered her thoughts on why Black Americans should vote Republican. She was interviewed by Matt Schlapp, chairman of the American Conservative Union. 5:59 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. The Presidency Woodrow Wilson's Presidential Legacy University of Mary Washington history professor William Crawley discussed Woodrow Wilson's ... University of Mary Washington history professor William Crawley discussed Woodrow Wilson's political career and legacy, focusing on his presidency. The University of Mary Washington hosted this event and provided the video.
1:38 PM MDT Approx. 2 min. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi On ABC's "This Week," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi talked about the prospects of another COVID ... On ABC's "This Week," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi talked about the prospects of another COVID relief package being approved by Congress before election day. 7:59 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 6 min. Matthew Yglesias, "One Billion Americans" Vox co-founder and senior correspondent Matthew Yglesias argued that America needs to increase its ... Vox co-founder and senior correspondent Matthew Yglesias argued that America needs to increase its population by one billion in order to compete in the global marketplace. This virtual event was sponsored by the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco. 6:59 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 1 min. Politics of Income Tax, 1930s-1980s Historian and author Molly Michelmore discussed her book "Tax & Spend: The Welfare State, Tax ... Historian and author Molly Michelmore discussed her book "Tax & Spend: The Welfare State, Tax Politics, and the Limits of American Liberalism." Professor Michelmore looked at tax policy and American attitudes towards taxes from the end of the New Deal to the 1986 Tax Reform Act. This talk is one in a series with scholars who used records in the National Archives' Center for Legislative Archives for their research. The Center hosted this 2015 event and provided the video.
1:40 PM MDT Approx. 3 min. HHS Sec. Alex Azar On NBC's "Meet The Press," Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar discussed the federal ... On NBC's "Meet The Press," Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar discussed the federal response to the coronavirus pandemic. 9:05 PM MDT Approx. 55 min. Claudio Saunt, "Unworthy Republic" University of Georgia American History professor Claudio Saunt looked at the federal government's ... University of Georgia American History professor Claudio Saunt looked at the federal government's forced migration of Native Americans to territories west of the Mississippi in the mid-19th century. This was a virtual event hosted by the Atlanta History Center. 8:00 PM MDT Approx. 55 min. American Artifacts Jacob Riis Exhibit We tour a Library of Congress exhibit on the life and work of journalist, social reformer and ... We tour a Library of Congress exhibit on the life and work of journalist, social reformer and photographer Jacob Riis with exhibition director Cheryl Regan and curator Barbara Bair. Author Bonnie Yochelson is interviewed about her companion book. The exhibit includes Library of Congress documents and photographs from the Museum of the City of New York and is titled, "Jacob Riis: Revealing "How the Other Half Lives."
1:43 PM MDT Approx. 21 min. Campaign 2020 Joe Biden Campaigns in Durham, NC 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden delivered remarks at a voter mobilization event ... 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden delivered remarks at a voter mobilization event in Durham, NC, where early voting is already underway. 10:00 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. After Words Candace Owens, "Blackout" Political commentator Candace Owens offered her thoughts on why Black Americans should vote ... Political commentator Candace Owens offered her thoughts on why Black Americans should vote Republican. She was interviewed by Matt Schlapp, chairman of the American Conservative Union. 8:55 PM MDT Approx. 5 min. San Antonio River Walk The San Antonio River Walk is a major attraction for the city. Historian Lewis Fisher talked about ... The San Antonio River Walk is a major attraction for the city. Historian Lewis Fisher talked about how this depression era project became an oasis in the in the heart of the city's downtown.
2:04 PM MDT Approx. 57 min. Campaign 2020 Heritage Foundation Discussion on Election Security The Heritage Foundation hosted a virtual discussion on the 2020 election and mail-in ballots. ... The Heritage Foundation hosted a virtual discussion on the 2020 election and mail-in ballots. Panelists expressed concerns over mail-in voting, delayed election results, and legal proceedings against some states related to their voter registration policies. 11:00 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 5 min. John Lithgow, "Trumpty Dumpty Wanted a Crown" Actor John Lithgow chronicled the presidency of Donald Trump through satirical verse. This virtual ... Actor John Lithgow chronicled the presidency of Donald Trump through satirical verse. This virtual program was hosted by the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco. 9:00 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. "Dogfight Over Tokyo" Author John Wukovits discussed his book "Dogfight Over Tokyo: The Final Air Battle of the Pacific, ... Author John Wukovits discussed his book "Dogfight Over Tokyo: The Final Air Battle of the Pacific, and the Last Four Men to Die in World War II." The book tells the story of a group of American aviators who took off on a bombing mission from the carrier USS Yorktown on August 15, 1945, and were attacked over Japan shortly after receiving word that the war had ended. The National World War II Museum hosted this online event and provided the video.
3:01 PM MDT Approx. 56 min. Campaign 2020 New Hampshire U.S. Senate Debate Incumbent Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and U.S. Senate Republican candidate Corky Messner ... Incumbent Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and U.S. Senate Republican candidate Corky Messner participated in a televised debate from the New Hampshire Public Radio (NHPR) studios in Concord. In 2014, Sen. Shaheen became the second Democrat from New Hampshire to be reelected to the U.S. Senate. New Hampshire Public Television (PBS) and NHPR co-sponsored the event. 12:05 AM MDT Approx. 57 min. David Nasaw, "The Last Million" Historian David Nasaw looked at the one million refugees throughout Europe in the years following ... Historian David Nasaw looked at the one million refugees throughout Europe in the years following World War II. This was a virtual event hosted by the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs in New York City. 10:00 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. The Presidency Woodrow Wilson's Presidential Legacy University of Mary Washington history professor William Crawley discussed Woodrow Wilson's ... University of Mary Washington history professor William Crawley discussed Woodrow Wilson's political career and legacy, focusing on his presidency. The University of Mary Washington hosted this event and provided the video.
3:57 PM MDT Approx. 1 min. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi On ABC's "This Week," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi talked about the prospects of another COVID ... On ABC's "This Week," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi talked about the prospects of another COVID relief package being approved by Congress before election day. 1:02 AM MDT Approx. 58 min. After Words Candace Owens, "Blackout" Political commentator Candace Owens offered her thoughts on why Black Americans should vote ... Political commentator Candace Owens offered her thoughts on why Black Americans should vote Republican. She was interviewed by Matt Schlapp, chairman of the American Conservative Union. 11:00 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. Politics of Income Tax, 1930s-1980s Historian and author Molly Michelmore discussed her book "Tax & Spend: The Welfare State, Tax ... Historian and author Molly Michelmore discussed her book "Tax & Spend: The Welfare State, Tax Politics, and the Limits of American Liberalism." Professor Michelmore looked at tax policy and American attitudes towards taxes from the end of the New Deal to the 1986 Tax Reform Act. This talk is one in a series with scholars who used records in the National Archives' Center for Legislative Archives for their research. The Center hosted this 2015 event and provided the video.
3:58 PM MDT Approx. 3 min. HHS Sec. Alex Azar On NBC's "Meet The Press," Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar discussed the federal ... On NBC's "Meet The Press," Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar discussed the federal response to the coronavirus pandemic. 2:00 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 10 min. Claudia Rankine, "Just Us-An American Conversation" Poet and playwright Claudia Rankine shared her thoughts on having open dialogue about whiteness ... Poet and playwright Claudia Rankine shared her thoughts on having open dialogue about whiteness and privilege in America. This virtual program was hosted by Minnesota Public Radio. 12:00 AM MDT Approx. 47 min. Campaign John F. Kennedy Address on Church & State 1960 Democratic presidential nominee Sen. John F. Kennedy appears in Texas before a meeting of ... 1960 Democratic presidential nominee Sen. John F. Kennedy appears in Texas before a meeting of Houston ministers to address the topic of church and state, religious freedom, and tolerance. Paid for by the Kennedy-Johnson Texas Campaign Committee, the broadcast includes an extended question and answer session. John F. Kennedy was the first Catholic to be elected president of the United States. During the 1960 campaign, many Protestant groups publicly opposed Senator Kennedy, fearing the influence of the Pope and Catholic Church on his presidency.
4:01 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. Campaign 2020 Colorado U.S. Senate Debate Incumbent Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) and U.S. Senate Democratic candidate John Hickenlooper ... Incumbent Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) and U.S. Senate Democratic candidate John Hickenlooper participated in a televised debate from Colorado State University. The event was sponsored by KUSA-TV 9News, Colorado Politics, the Coloradoan newspaper, Rocky Mountain PBS and other local TV stations. Former Colorado Gov. Hickenlooper entered the U.S. Senate race shortly after ending his bid as a 2020 Democratic presidential candidate. Sen. Gardner is considered to be one of the more vulnerable Senate Republicans in this election cycle. 3:10 AM MDT Approx. 50 min. National Book Festival - Author Discussion on Populism Authors and journalists Thomas Frank, "The People, No," and Christopher Caldwell, "The Age of ... Authors and journalists Thomas Frank, "The People, No," and Christopher Caldwell, "The Age of Entitlement," discussed their books on populism. This program was part of the 20th annual National Book Festival, a virtual event hosted by the Library of Congress. 12:47 AM MDT Approx. 43 min. Reel America "The Myth of the Great Society" - 1966 Ronald Reagan delivered a critique of the growth of government and President Lyndon Johnson's ... Ronald Reagan delivered a critique of the growth of government and President Lyndon Johnson's policies in this speech called "The Myth of the Great Society." The film was donated to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, and the exact date and location of Mr. Reagan's remarks are unknown, but the library believes it was in New York in 1966 -- the same year that Ronald Reagan won his campaign for California governor.
5:01 PM MDT Approx. 59 min. Campaign 2020 New York 11th District Debate Candidates for New York's 11th Congressional District, Incumbent Rep. Max Rose (D) and Nicole ... Candidates for New York's 11th Congressional District, Incumbent Rep. Max Rose (D) and Nicole Malliotakis (R) participated in a televised debate sponsored by Spectrum News NY1. The 11th district is one of the few that voted for Donald Trump in 2016 then elected a Democrat during the 2018 midterms. 4:00 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 4 min. William Howell & Terry Moe, "Presidents, Populism, & the Crisis of Democracy" University of Chicago professor William Howell and Stanford University professor Terry Moe ... University of Chicago professor William Howell and Stanford University professor Terry Moe discussed their thoughts on the structural changes that they say are needed to create a more effective and responsive government. This virtual event was sponsored by Seminary Co-op Bookstore and the University of Chicago. 1:30 AM MDT Approx. 30 min. Reel America "Election 1976 - The Candidates & the Campaign" Three political scientists discuss the 1976 presidential campaign between incumbent Republican ... Three political scientists discuss the 1976 presidential campaign between incumbent Republican Gerald Ford and Democratic challenger Jimmy Carter. The program includes video highlights from presidential debates and campaign events. The U.S. Information Agency produced this program to explain the U.S. election system to international audiences.
6:00 PM MDT Approx. 59 min. Q&A Nic Novicki, Easterseals Disability Film Challenge Actor Nic Novicki, founder and director of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, talked about ... Actor Nic Novicki, founder and director of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, talked about the 2020 entries and the winning films in three categories: best awareness campaign, best editor, and best film. All the films submitted to the challenge each year tell stories that showcase disability. 5:04 AM MDT Approx. 56 min. Morgan Jerkins, "Wandering in Strange Lands" Author and journalist Morgan Jerkins looked at her family history through the lens of the Great ... Author and journalist Morgan Jerkins looked at her family history through the lens of the Great Migration, when 6 million black Americans left the South from 1916 to 1970. This was a virtual event hosted by the Strand Bookstore in New York City. 2:00 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. The Presidency Woodrow Wilson's Presidential Legacy University of Mary Washington history professor William Crawley discussed Woodrow Wilson's ... University of Mary Washington history professor William Crawley discussed Woodrow Wilson's political career and legacy, focusing on his presidency. The University of Mary Washington hosted this event and provided the video.
6:59 PM MDT Approx. 36 min. Prime Minister's Questions Prime Minister's Questions British Prime Minister Boris Johnson fielded questions from members in the House of Commons on the ... British Prime Minister Boris Johnson fielded questions from members in the House of Commons on the government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic and other domestic and foreign policy issues. Labour Party Leader Keir Starmer and others pressed the prime minister on new COVID-19 measures that will be enforced across the country in the wake of a surge in positive cases. Other members focused on how the pandemic was impacting small businesses, farmers, and concerns over the accuracy of contact tracing apps when crossing borders. 6:00 AM MDT Approx. 31 min. The Communicators Brendan Carr, FCC Commissioner R FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr (R) talked about the Section 230 Executive Order and free speech on ... FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr (R) talked about the Section 230 Executive Order and free speech on the internet. 3:00 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. Presidential Debates 1984 Presidential Debate - Ronald Reagan & Walter Mondale President Ronald Reagan and Walter Mondale debated on defense and foreign policy issues. This is ... President Ronald Reagan and Walter Mondale debated on defense and foreign policy issues. This is the final presidential debate before the election.
7:35 PM MDT Approx. 21 min. Campaign 2020 Joe Biden Campaigns in Durham, NC 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden delivered remarks at a voter mobilization event ... 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden delivered remarks at a voter mobilization event in Durham, NC, where early voting is already underway. 6:31 AM MDT Approx. 31 min. Campaign 2020 Washington Post Holds Election Preview Washington Post reporters and columnists previewed the 2020 election during a virtual event hosted ... Washington Post reporters and columnists previewed the 2020 election during a virtual event hosted by the newspaper. The panel analyzed the competing townhalls between Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden and President Trump, discussing the high and low points of the events. They also discussed the confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Judge Amy Coney Barrett. 4:30 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 30 min. Presidential Debates 1988 Presidential Debate - George H.W. Bush & Michael Dukakis Vice President George H.W. Bush and Governor Michael Dukakis (D-MA) met at the University of ... Vice President George H.W. Bush and Governor Michael Dukakis (D-MA) met at the University of California, Los Angeles, for the second of two debates prior to the 1988 presidential election. It was best-remembered for the first question, about the death penalty, asked by moderator Bernard Shaw. Other panelists were Margaret Warner, Andrea Mitchell, and Ann Compton. Each candidate was questioned in turn with two minutes to respond and a one-minute rebuttal. The panelists were allowed to ask follow-up questions. Each candidate had two minutes for a closing statement.
7:56 PM MDT Approx. 59 min. Washington Journal Peter Baker & Susan Glasser Journalists Peter Baker and Susan Glasser discussed their new book on the life of former Secretary ... Journalists Peter Baker and Susan Glasser discussed their new book on the life of former Secretary of State and former White House Chief of Staff James Baker. 7:02 AM MDT Approx. 14 hr. 58 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. 6:00 AM MDT Approx. 2 hr. 1 min. The Contenders Barry Goldwater Rick Perlstein, Bill McCune, and Darcy Olsen talked about the life and career of 1964 Republican ... Rick Perlstein, Bill McCune, and Darcy Olsen talked about the life and career of 1964 Republican presidential nominee Barry M. Goldwater (1909-1998). They responded to telephone calls and electronic communications and to questions from members of the studio audience at the Goldwater Institute. The senator from Arizona, who was called "Mr. Conservative," lost in a landslide to President Lyndon B. Johnson, but paved the way for younger conservatives. After the election he resumed his senate career. Topics included Senator Goldwater's libertarian philosophy. Video clips were shown of interviews, news conferences, and speeches. Also shown were campaign ads, including the "Daisy Ad," and a clip from Ronald Reagan's 1964 "A Time for Choosing" speech. "The Contenders: They Lost the Election But Changed Political History" is a C-SPAN series of live programs about 14 presidential candidates before 1996 who lost the election but who had a lasting effect on U.S. politics.
8:55 PM MDT Approx. 1 min. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi On ABC's "This Week," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi talked about the prospects of another COVID ... On ABC's "This Week," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi talked about the prospects of another COVID relief package being approved by Congress before election day. 8:01 AM MDT Approx. 13 hr. 59 min. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.
8:56 PM MDT Approx. 4 min. HHS Sec. Alex Azar On NBC's "Meet The Press," Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar discussed the federal ... On NBC's "Meet The Press," Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar discussed the federal response to the coronavirus pandemic.
9:00 PM MDT Approx. 1 hr. Q&A Nic Novicki, Easterseals Disability Film Challenge Actor Nic Novicki, founder and director of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, talked about ... Actor Nic Novicki, founder and director of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, talked about the 2020 entries and the winning films in three categories: best awareness campaign, best editor, and best film. All the films submitted to the challenge each year tell stories that showcase disability.
10:00 PM MDT Approx. 36 min. Prime Minister's Questions Prime Minister's Questions British Prime Minister Boris Johnson fielded questions from members in the House of Commons on the ... British Prime Minister Boris Johnson fielded questions from members in the House of Commons on the government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic and other domestic and foreign policy issues. Labour Party Leader Keir Starmer and others pressed the prime minister on new COVID-19 measures that will be enforced across the country in the wake of a surge in positive cases. Other members focused on how the pandemic was impacting small businesses, farmers, and concerns over the accuracy of contact tracing apps when crossing borders.
10:36 PM MDT Approx. 1 min. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi On ABC's "This Week," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi talked about the prospects of another COVID ... On ABC's "This Week," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi talked about the prospects of another COVID relief package being approved by Congress before election day.
10:37 PM MDT Approx. 4 min. HHS Sec. Alex Azar On NBC's "Meet The Press," Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar discussed the federal ... On NBC's "Meet The Press," Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar discussed the federal response to the coronavirus pandemic.
10:41 PM MDT Approx. 20 min. Campaign 2020 Joe Biden Campaigns in Durham, NC 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden delivered remarks at a voter mobilization event ... 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden delivered remarks at a voter mobilization event in Durham, NC, where early voting is already underway.
11:01 PM MDT Approx. 59 min. Washington Journal Peter Baker & Susan Glasser Journalists Peter Baker and Susan Glasser discussed their new book on the life of former Secretary ... Journalists Peter Baker and Susan Glasser discussed their new book on the life of former Secretary of State and former White House Chief of Staff James Baker.
12:00 AM MDT Approx. 2 min. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi On ABC's "This Week," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi talked about the prospects of another COVID ... On ABC's "This Week," House Speaker Nancy Pelosi talked about the prospects of another COVID relief package being approved by Congress before election day.
12:02 AM MDT Approx. 3 min. HHS Sec. Alex Azar On NBC's "Meet The Press," Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar discussed the federal ... On NBC's "Meet The Press," Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar discussed the federal response to the coronavirus pandemic.
12:05 AM MDT Approx. 56 min. Campaign 2020 Georgia U.S. Senate Debate Incumbent Senator David Perdue (R-GA) and U.S.Senate Democratic candidate Jon Ossoff and ... Incumbent Senator David Perdue (R-GA) and U.S.Senate Democratic candidate Jon Ossoff and LIbertarian candidate Shane Hazel, participated in a televised debate. Georgia Public Broadcasting sponsored the event. This is the first debate for the candidates. Elected in 2014, Sen. Perdue is seeking his second term. Georgia has been considered a safe Republican stronghold for decades. According to recent reports, the state seems to be shifting in the Democrats' favor due to the expanding Atlanta metro area.
1:01 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 2 min. Discussion on American Democracy After the November Election The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace hosted a virtual discussion on the future of ... The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace hosted a virtual discussion on the future of democracy after the November elections. The panel discussed various scenarios that could take place after the election involving delayed counting of ballots, President Trump undermining election results and potential political violence. Carnegie Endowment fellow Rachel Kleinfeld warned, "This is not going to be an election night, it's going to be an election week, maybe two weeks."
2:03 AM MDT Approx. 1 hr. 53 min. Business Meeting Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony from outside witnesses on the Supreme Court nomination ... Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony from outside witnesses on the Supreme Court nomination of Amy Coney Barrett. In this part of the hearing, Senate Democrats urged the committee chair, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) not to move forward with Judge Barrett's confirmation and let the people choose after the election. Chair Graham announced that they will be moving forward and the committee's vote on her nomination will be October 22, 2020.
3:56 AM MDT Approx. 4 min. Sen. Graham Wrap Up Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony from outside witnesses on the Supreme Court nomination ... Senate Judiciary Committee heard testimony from outside witnesses on the Supreme Court nomination of Amy Coney Barrett. In this part of the hearing, Senate Democrats urged the committee chair, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) not to move forward with Judge Barrett's confirmation and let the people choose after the election. Chair Graham announced that they will be moving forward and the committee's vote on her nomination will be October 22, 2020.
4:00 AM MDT Approx. 59 min. Q&A Nic Novicki, Easterseals Disability Film Challenge Actor Nic Novicki, founder and director of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, talked about ... Actor Nic Novicki, founder and director of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, talked about the 2020 entries and the winning films in three categories: best awareness campaign, best editor, and best film. All the films submitted to the challenge each year tell stories that showcase disability.
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8:00 AM MDT Approx. 14 hr. Public Affairs Events Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews. Public affairs events, congressional hearings, speeches, and interviews.