On the Brink
Panelists discussed the thirteen days in October of 1962, during which there were Soviet missiles in Cuba aimed at the United States. In addition, a brief film of President Kennedy addre…
1,131 viewsPanelists discussed the thirteen days in October of 1962, during which there were Soviet missiles in Cuba aimed at the United States. In addition, a brief film of President Kennedy addre…
1,131 viewsThe panel members reflected on the 20th century and changes that have shaped and changed our nation and the world since President Kennedy’s death. Scott Simon moderated. After their presenta…
193 viewsPanelists talked about Mrs. Kennedy’s days as first lady, focusing on her style, influence on the American public, and personal recollections of their various relationships with the first la…
391 viewsPanelists examined the evolving influence of religion in American politics and the role of faith in public life. Among the topics they addressed were constitutional protections of religion a…
227 viewsRep. Matsui talked about his internment as an American-Japanese during World War II. He and Professor Oye talked about internment policy in the context of the war on terrorism today and answ…
181 viewsThe Democratic Platform Drafting Committee held a hearing at Louisiana State University. Witnesses testified regarding national security, foreign policy, and related issues.
378 viewsMr. Patterson led a panel discussion about his book Brown v. Board of Education: A Civil Rights Milestone and Its Troubled Legacy, published by Oxford University Press. The book revisits the…
237 viewsJames Baker Former Secretary of State, talked about foreign policy and diplomacy during times of crisis. He also talked about his experiences in government service, post-war reconstruction …
58 viewsSenator Edward Kennedy (D-Massachusetts) talked about the future of health care. Among the issues he addressed were health care insurance, caring for the uninsured, Medicare and programs for…
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