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Author Joe Caldwell talked about his research on African-Americans in the south and specifically northeastern Louisiana. Author Thomas Dent talked about his experiences during a personal tou…

Carl Rowan’s book relates his personal experiences with the changing face of race relations during the past 50 years. He describes barriers in the press, military, and government. He gives h…

On his 75th birthday, Al Neuharth, the founder of USA Today, was roasted by politicians and members of the communications industry.

Participants talked about civic standards in American society asking whether there was a distinctive American character and what that character said about the culture. After their discussion…

The National Press Foundation held its annual awards dinner and honored Sam Donaldson of ABC News, Carl Rowan of the Chicago Sun-Times and Michael Bloomberg of Bloomberg L.P., as well as loc…

Ambassador to South Africa, James Joseph, delivered a speech to the Freedom Forum about changes toward multiracial democracy in South Africa. He also spoke of U.S.-South Africa relations.

The participants discussed the decision by “The Washington Post” and the “New York Times” to publish a lengthy statement by the “Unabomber.” The FBI has been investigating the man known as t…

After receiving an honorary doctorate, Mr. Rowan encouraged graduates to set large goals for themselves and not to blame others for the problems in society.

Mr. Rowan and Mr. Henninger by satellite discussed the media, politics and general events in the news from the weekend.

Carl Rowan, columnist of The Chicago Sun-Times, and Wladyslaw Pleszczynski, managing editor of The American Spectator, discussed issues such Senator Robert Dole’s planned proposal to ban the…

American News Women’s Club sponsored a Salute to Helen Thomas, Bureau Chief, United Press International (UPI). The guests took turns telling stories about Helen Thomas, who is celebrating he…

The Freedom Forum presented the Freedom Forum Award to retired Supreme Court Justice Brennan and to the son of late Supreme Court Justice Marshall.

Journalist and author Carl Rowan discussed the life and career of former Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, who died earlier in the week. He also discussed his book Dream Makers, Dream…

Ms. Geyer and Mr. Rowan discussed current issues concerning public policy, including race relations in America and the 1992 presidential race.

The mayors talked about the numerous social problems facing cities, specifically the human infrastructure of youth. They discussed what they perceived to be their own cities' individual prob…

Panelists discussed freedom of the press, censorship and responsible reporting both in America and internationally. They answered audience questions.