Actor and former California governor (R) Arnold Schwarzenegger spoke at the commencement ceremony of the University of Houston. He talked about what he called the "myth" of the concept of the self-made man by recalling those who helped him advance his careers as a bodybuilder, actor and politician. He also told graduates to remember those who help them and to give back to their communities by helping others.
Former Vice President Joe Biden delivered the commencement address at Colby College in Waterville, Maine. In his remarks, he talked about his career in the Senate and urged the graduating class to remain engaged in politics.
Reshma Saujani, founder and CEO of Girls Who Code, was the commencement speaker at the all-women's Scripps College in Claremont, California. She shared the story of her journey from childhood to the eventual founding of her organization dedicated to encouraging young women to pursue careers in computer science.
Gov. Doug Ducey (R-AZ) delivered a commencement address to the graduating class of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's west campus in Prescott, Arizona. He was elected governor back in 2014 and is the former CEO of Cold Stone Creamery.
Santa Fe, New Mexico Mayor Javier Gonzales urged college graduates to stay true to their New Mexico roots as they continue their journey beyond college life. Mayor Gonzales delivered the commencement address at New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas.
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder (R) gave a commencement speech at Adrian College in Michigan where he received an honorary degree. He talked about the visions he set for himself after college and urged the graduating students to do the same. He also advised them to discover their true passions in life, to take chances, learn from mentors and to establish a good balance between familiy and work. Rick Snyder was elected Michigan governor in 2010.
President Trump delivered remarks at the beginning of the NATO Summit in Brussels at the unveiling of a Berlin Wall and 9/11 Memorial in the new headquarters. In his speech, he called out the 23 of the 28 nations who he stated were still not paying their fair share and meeting their financial obligations to the alliance. He's joined by German Chancellor Angela Merkel and NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg who also gave remarks at the ceremony. NATO members also joined President Trump in a moment of silence for those who died and were injured in the Manchester, U.K. bombing.
G7 leaders gathered for an official photo in Taormina, Sicily ahead of their summit. The Group of 7 members include the heads of state and government from the United States, France, Germany, Japan, Italy, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
American Enterprise Institute's Gary Schmitt and the Truman National Security Project's Michael Breen discuss President Trump's trip to the Mideast and Europe.
Four analysts and journalists with expertise on Iran discussed Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's reelection victory in which he captured 57 percent of the ballots cast in the election that saw one of the country's highest ever turnout rates. The discussion, hosted by the National Iranian American Council on Capitol Hill in Washington, focused on what the election results meant for President Rouhani as he sought to improve relations with the West. Participants also talked about President Trump's first trip to the Middle East, and the relationship between Iran and the U.S.
Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats testified before the Senate Armed Services Committee on global threats and national security. Director Coats refused to comment publicly on a news report that President Trump asked him to deny collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia. In addition, he addressed the Manchester, UK attack saying the U.S. has yet to verify whether ISIS was responsible. Defense Intelligence Agency Director Lt. Gen. Vincent Stewart also provided testimony. He said if North Korea is left on its current trajectory, they will succeed in obtaining a nuclear-armed missile capable of threatening the U.S. homeland.
Rep. Marsha Blackburn, R-TN, Communications & Technology Subcommittee Chair, talks about a recent vote by the FCC to roll back Wheeler-era rules on regulating the internet, as well as broadband deployment and her new legislation on privacy.
Actor and former California governor (R) Arnold Schwarzenegger spoke at the commencement ceremony of the University of Houston. He talked about what he called the "myth" of the concept of the self-made man by recalling those who helped him advance his careers as a bodybuilder, actor and politician. He also told graduates to remember those who help them and to give back to their communities by helping others.
Former Vice President Joe Biden delivered the commencement address at Colby College in Waterville, Maine. In his remarks, he talked about his career in the Senate and urged the graduating class to remain engaged in politics.
Gov. Doug Ducey (R-AZ) delivered a commencement address to the graduating class of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's west campus in Prescott, Arizona. He was elected governor back in 2014 and is the former CEO of Cold Stone Creamery.
Washington Post Associate Editor and investigative reporter Bob Woodward talked about the media's coverage of the Trump presidency and his own impressions of Donald Trump after meeting with him after the 2016 presidential election. He also discussed his concerns on what he calls a "leadership vacuum in the world." He was interviewed by former Politico columnist Mike Allen who's now the cofounder of the media group Axios which hosted the forum.
Actor and former California governor (R) Arnold Schwarzenegger spoke at the commencement ceremony of the University of Houston. He talked about what he called the "myth" of the concept of the self-made man by recalling those who helped him advance his careers as a bodybuilder, actor and politician. He also told graduates to remember those who help them and to give back to their communities by helping others.
Former Vice President Joe Biden delivered the commencement address at Colby College in Waterville, Maine. In his remarks, he talked about his career in the Senate and urged the graduating class to remain engaged in politics.
Reshma Saujani, founder and CEO of Girls Who Code, was the commencement speaker at the all-women's Scripps College in Claremont, California. She shared the story of her journey from childhood to the eventual founding of her organization dedicated to encouraging young women to pursue careers in computer science.
Gov. Doug Ducey (R-AZ) delivered a commencement address to the graduating class of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's west campus in Prescott, Arizona. He was elected governor back in 2014 and is the former CEO of Cold Stone Creamery.
Santa Fe, New Mexico Mayor Javier Gonzales urged college graduates to stay true to their New Mexico roots as they continue their journey beyond college life. Mayor Gonzales delivered the commencement address at New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas.
Michigan Governor Rick Snyder (R) gave a commencement speech at Adrian College in Michigan where he received an honorary degree. He talked about the visions he set for himself after college and urged the graduating students to do the same. He also advised them to discover their true passions in life, to take chances, learn from mentors and to establish a good balance between familiy and work. Rick Snyder was elected Michigan governor in 2010.
Washington Post Associate Editor and investigative reporter Bob Woodward talked about the media's coverage of the Trump presidency and his own impressions of Donald Trump after meeting with him after the 2016 presidential election. He also discussed his concerns on what he calls a "leadership vacuum in the world." He was interviewed by former Politico columnist Mike Allen who's now the cofounder of the media group Axios which hosted the forum.
Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, Chelsea Clinton and Barbara Bush were among the featured speakers at the CARE national conference in Washington, DC. Topics included ending global poverty and improving the lives of women and girls.
Reps. Nanette Barragan (D-CA) and Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) spoke about the challenges they encountered running for their seats as women and as minorities at an event hosted by the Center for American Progress in Washington, DC. The two were featured panelists in one of two panels focused on women in politics. Representatives from Emily's List, Three Point Strategies and Higher Heights for America organizations participated in the second panel. They outlined efforts to encourage women to run for public office.
A panel examined race, ethnicity and religion and how they impact policies such as affirmative action and immigration. The forum was part of a series of discussions on the state of democracy hosted by the Ethics Centre and Bard College's Globalization and International Affairs Program. It was held at the New York Public Library.
