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Secretary-General George Robertson spoke about the challenges facing NATO and how threats to European security had changed after the Cold War. Among the topics he addressed were cooperation …

Secretary Cohen talked about the climate of security in various areas of the world, including Eastern Europe and NATO. He also talked about terrorism in the post-Cold War era. He responded t…

Ms. Herman talked about her work at the National Center for Victims of Crime. She provided current crime statistics in the United States and how crime affects families and businesses. She al…

Secretary Richard Riley talked about the future of U.S. education and the role of international education. He answered questions from members of the audience.

Ms. Taymor talked about her own creativity and about the origins of theater as an intrinsic part of life. She is the director and costume designer for the Broadway production of The Lion Kin…

Admiral James Watkins talked about the state of ocean research. Among the issues he addressed were various on-going scientific projects, the future of ocean monitoring and research, and the …

Donald Marron talked about possible reforms in the Social Security system, including partial private investment, raising the retirement age, and adding everyone to the Social Security system…

Mr. Whittle talked about the development of the Edison Schools from the Edison Project. The idea behind the Edison Schools is to build the first national system of public schools managed by …

Neil Armstrong, former Apollo astronaut, talked about engineering achievements. Engineering has changed the quality of life in the 20th century through medical advances, optical fibers and l…

Ms. Parton spoke about her efforts to improve youth literacy and other philanthropic activities undertaken by her Dollywood Foundation. After her remarks she answered questions about her mus…

Mr. Diehl spoke about the operation of the U.S. Mint, recent transformations at the mint, and the development of a new gold dollar. After his comments he answered questions from the audience…

FCC Chairman William Kennard talked about the impacts of the 1996 Telecommunications Act on the communications industry. Among the topics he addressed were the increased competition in the i…