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Robert Oppenheimer spoke about the development and use of the atomic bomb. He talked about atomic weapons as “evil things” and about the ethical application of science and scientific discovery. He also…

Type Media Center fellow Mychal Smith offered his thoughts on the American dream. This virtual event was sponsored by Magic City Books in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Rebecca Lissner and Mira Rapp-Hooper discussed U.S. global leadership in the 21st century. This virtual event was hosted by the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

Senator John F. Kennedy (D-MA) and Vice President Richard Nixon met in New York City for the last of four presidential debates prior to the 1960 presidential election. The debate focused on…

Viewers responded to the question, “Are you proud to be an American?” A new Gallup poll showed national pride at a record low.

Ellen DeGeneres spoke at the commencement ceremony in the Superdome for the graduates of Tulane University. She talked, frequently humorously, about her background, overcoming obstacles, and her…

President John F. Kennedy made the commencement speech at American University on June 10, 1963. This speech marked the start of detente with the Soviet Union during the Cold War. The…

Former President and Mrs. George H.W. Bush each received the 2006 Woodson Medal for Outstanding Community Leadership and Service at a luncheon in their honor. They were interviewed on stage by…

Former Presidents Jimmy Carter, George H.W. Bush, and Bill Clinton and other dignitaries attended the dedication of the Billy Graham Library. The center was designed to further Reverend…

Bono gave the 2004 commencement address at the University of Pennsylvania. He spoke about the danger of indifference and the importance of working for political change.

Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice delivered the commencement address to the graduating class of Boston College at the Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Her speech focused on…

President Bush presented the nation’s highest civilian award, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, to honor 14 individuals for an especially meritorious contribution to the security or…

President Bill Clinton and Jay Leno delivered tongue-in-cheek speeches about current political issues and about President Clinton’s future after the presidency. As part of their presentations…

Senator John McCain (R-AZ) talked about his experiences as a Navy pilot during the Vietnam War. Senator McCain was captured by the North Vietnamese in 1967, and was held as a prisoner of war (POW) for…

In often humorous remarks, former Senate Majority Leader Dole spoke about his Senate career, the collegial nature of the Senate, and several colleagues who influenced him. The senator also gives his…

Howard Baker (R-TN), Senate majority leader from 1981 to 1985, offered his thoughts on Senate leadership and what made the chamber work. He also reflected on his first trip to the Senate in…

Senator Robert Byrd (D-West Virginia) spoke about the history of the Senate and its role in American society. He outlined the powers and responsibilities granted the Senate by the…

Andrea Mitchell moderated this discussion among three former first ladies. They talked about their activities since leaving the White House, including addiction programs, mental health and…

Kati Marton spoke about the impact that a president’s marriage has on his term, and she also spoke at length about the role of first ladies. She focused on specific presidents and how their…

Mike and Chris Wallace appeared at the Middlesex Community College Celebrity Forum. The father and son who have spent their lives in journalism talked about their profession, their…