African-Americans and the New Congress
The incoming chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus and other African-American leaders talked about the relationship between the new Congress, especially the Republican majority, and Afr…
52 viewsThe incoming chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus and other African-American leaders talked about the relationship between the new Congress, especially the Republican majority, and Afr…
52 viewsVarious congressional specialists talked about their expectations for the 104th Congress, specifically the implementation of the Republican Contract with America. They talked about the impli…
69 viewsSeveral African-American leaders talked to reporters about the black community’s expectations of the new Republican-controlled Congress on a variety of issues including welfare, affirmative …
32 viewsThe Russian evening newscast featured stories on the Russian Republic and the former Soviet region, in addition to international news, weather and sports. Top stories included the relese of …
82 viewsRepresentative David Bonior (D-Michigan) reacted to the news that incoming Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich (R-Georgia) declined a large book advance. Rep. Bonior talked about America’s o…
61 viewsIncoming Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich (R-Georgia) announced he would forego a $4.5 million advance from Harper-Collins for a two-book series. Rep. Gingrich stated he would accept only …
427 viewsJournalists discussed the release of helicopter pilot Bobby Hall and its political implications for the Clinton administration including the nuclear deal with North Korea, Representative Gin…
78 viewsJournalists from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch talked about Representative Dick Gephardt (D-Missouri) and his new role as House minority leader. They spoke about his strategies for revitalizin…
35 viewsLaszlo and Associates, a political consulting firm, held a forum analyzing the political campaign commercials of 1994. Panelists talked about the message and delivery style of the various ca…
611 viewsGuests reviewed the year in politics, which focused on such issues as the health care debate, foreign policy issues and the midterm elections and the new Congress. After a two-hour discussio…
243 viewsThe World Food Prize Foundation hosted a panel discussion on economic development and food production. Panelists including former President Jimmy Carter talked about the problem of providing…
75 viewsVideo clips were first shown to highlight the need for food around the world. Former President Jimmy Carter presented the 1994 award to Dr. Muhammad Yunus. He then made acceptance remarks an…
95 viewsPanelists discussed the role of technology in the development of the communications industry. They focused on computer manufacturing, computer networks, the information superhighway, and app…
193 viewsBill Gates, Chairman and CEO of Microsoft, spoke about the development of new software applications for the communications industry. Mr. Gates said an understanding of how the applications w…
323 viewsSecretary Shalala presented findings concerning House Republicans' plans to reform welfare. She detailed the state by state impact of the proposals on children. After her prepared remarks, s…
110 viewsMr. Whittle, who has covered Rep. Armey for many years, discussed his career, personality and new position as House majority leader. Other people who know Rep. Armey well also commented bri…
88 viewsTelephone lines were opened for viewer comments on Representative Newt Gingrich’s (R-GA) announcement that he would decline a large book advance. A clip of House Democratic Whip David Bonior…
20 viewsThe Sustainable Energy Budget Coalition, an alliance of some 40 environmental, business, energy, and consumer groups, released the results of a national survey on federal energy budget prior…
61 viewsTelephone lines were opened for viewer comments on how congressional television coverage can be improved to increase viewer comprehension of congressional floor activities. Representat…
35 viewsThe Russian evening newscast featured stories on the Russian Republic and the former Soviet region, in addition to international news, weather and sports. Top stories included the conflict i…
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