C-SPAN TV Schedule
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Washington Journal: 01/01/2024
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Public Affairs Events
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Books That Shaped America: "The Words of Cesar Chavez"
1 hour, 31 minutesBooks That Shaped America explored "The Words of Cesar Chavez," a 2002 anthology edited by Richard J. Jensen and John C. Hammerback which presents major speeches and writings by labor leader Cesar Chavez and discusses their impact on the farm workers' movement starting in the early 1960's. Books That Shaped America is a 10-part series, created in partnership with the Library of Congress, that examines major works of literature that have had a significant impact on the country and public policy.
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Hearing on State of U.S. Olympics & Paralympics, Part 1
1 hour, 30 minutesExecutives with the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) and its associated organizations testified on issues facing athletes. Topics included promoting the Paralympics and diversity, athlete-representation in administrative positions, and financial management of USOPC. The testimonies were given before the Commission on the State of U.S. Olympics and Paralympics on Capitol Hill.
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Advocates Testify on Athlete Safety Before Commission, Part 2
1 hour, 10 minutesNonprofit executives and advocates testified on sexual abuse and misconduct in U.S. Olympic sports. Their testimonies were given before the Commission on the State of U.S. Olympics and Paralympics on Capitol Hill. Witnesses were critical of the effectiveness and trustworthiness of the U.S. Center for SafeSport, a nonprofit tasked under federal law to address sexual abuse of minors and athletes. One of the witnesses was Grace French, a survivor of convicted sexual abuser Larry Nassar, who called SafeSport a "damaging institution" for survivors. SafeSport CEO Ju'Riese Colon also testified before the independent and bipartisan commission, who said her institution was imperfect but working as intended.
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Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson Reflects on Her Career in Politics
20 minutes"I hope it means more for the future than for me," said outgoing House Science Committee Chair Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) on being the first African American and woman to lead the committee. The representative, who is retiring after 30 years in Congress, sat down with C-SPAN to reflect on her life and career in politics. Rep. Johnson talked about her legislative accomplishments, her support of women in STEM education, and said when she leaves Congress, she will "miss the tough schedule, the challenge."
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Cindy McCain, Sen. Chris Coons and Others Discuss World Hunger
1 hour, 5 minutesSen. Chris Coons (D-DE) and joined a panel of activists and policy advocates for a discussion on the impact of the war in Ukraine on world hunger and food insecurity during the annual Halifax International Security Forum in Nova Scotia. Several topics were addressed, including the role of the U.S., the history of the weaponization of food used against Ukraine, and solutions to mitigate hunger around the world. Also delivering remarks was Cindy McCain, the executive director of the U.N. World Food Programme.
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Radio and Television Correspondents Association Holds Annual Dinner
1 hour, 22 minutesThe Radio and Television Correspondents Association hosted their annual dinner in Washington, DC, honoring journalists covering Congress. The comedian for the dinner was Tyler Fischer.
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Industry Leaders & Policy Advocates Discuss Health Care System
1 hour, 17 minutesHealth industry leaders and policy advocates discussed the U.S. health care system during the Milken Institute's 2023 Future of Health Summit in Washington, DC. Several topics were addressed including affordability, innovation, prescription drug prices, and the need to increase accessibility. They also discussed the difference between the prevention and curing an illness, as well as the importance of private-public collaborations.
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HHS Sec. Becerra & Fmr. Sec. Azar discuss Health Care System
51 minutesHealth and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra and former HHS Secretary Alex Azar (Trump administration, 2018-21) discussed the U.S. health care system during the Milken Institute's 2023 Future of Health Summit in Washington, DC. Several topics were addressed, including policy equity, the COVID-19 response, and affordability, including the cost of prescription drugs.
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Journalists Discuss Role of Journalism in Democracy
1 hour, 17 minutesJournalists from CBS News, New York Times, and Politico discussed the role of journalism in democracy during the 2023 George Washington Symposium at Mount Vernon in Virginia. Several topics were addressed, including the role of journalists in protecting democratic values, combating misinformation and disinformation, the perceived lack of trust in journalism, and the impact of January 6 on democracy.
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Former National Security Leaders at Reagan Defense Forum
1 hour, 8 minutes"You cannot be tough on China and weak on Ukraine," said Leon Panetta while discussing aid to Ukraine and emerging global threats during the 10th Annual Reagan National Defense Forum at the Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, CA. He along with former National Security Advisers Stephen Hadley and Robert O'Brien discussed the Israel-Hamas war, Russia-Ukraine war, the potential for conflict in Taiwan, and the biggest challenge for the incoming president in 2024. Bill Hemmer of Fox News moderated the discussion.
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Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson Reflects on Her Career in Politics
19 minutes"I hope it means more for the future than for me," said outgoing House Science Committee Chair Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) on being the first African American and woman to lead the committee. The representative, who is retiring after 30 years in Congress, sat down with C-SPAN to reflect on her life and career in politics. Rep. Johnson talked about her legislative accomplishments, her support of women in STEM education, and said when she leaves Congress, she will "miss the tough schedule, the challenge."
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Pres. Biden Announces Monument Honoring Emmett Till & Mother
25 minutesPresident Biden and Vice President Harris both spoke out against what the president called attempts to "bury history" during a ceremony to establish the Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument. Florida recently announced a new education curriculum, one that included teaching students that some slaves benefitted from slavery. Emmett was just 14 years old when he was lynched by white supremacists in 1955. His mother, Mamie, became a civil rights activist following his killing. For his funeral she insisted on an open casket funeral to show the world what happened to her son. The Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument will be in Mississippi and Illinois.
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Industry Leaders & Policy Advocates Discuss Health Care System
1 hour, 17 minutesHealth industry leaders and policy advocates discussed the U.S. health care system during the Milken Institute's 2023 Future of Health Summit in Washington, DC. Several topics were addressed including affordability, innovation, prescription drug prices, and the need to increase accessibility. They also discussed the difference between the prevention and curing an illness, as well as the importance of private-public collaborations.
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HHS Sec. Becerra & Fmr. Sec. Azar discuss Health Care System
51 minutesHealth and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra and former HHS Secretary Alex Azar (Trump administration, 2018-21) discussed the U.S. health care system during the Milken Institute's 2023 Future of Health Summit in Washington, DC. Several topics were addressed, including policy equity, the COVID-19 response, and affordability, including the cost of prescription drugs.
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Journalists Discuss Role of Journalism in Democracy
1 hour, 16 minutesJournalists from CBS News, New York Times, and Politico discussed the role of journalism in democracy during the 2023 George Washington Symposium at Mount Vernon in Virginia. Several topics were addressed, including the role of journalists in protecting democratic values, combating misinformation and disinformation, the perceived lack of trust in journalism, and the impact of January 6 on democracy.
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Discussion on AI Investment at Reagan Defense Forum
59 minutesRep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), chair of the House Committee on U.S.-China Competition, and Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall joined other government officials and tech industry leaders for a discussion on the investment and implementation of artificial intelligence during the 10th annual Reagan National Defense Forum at the Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California. Several topics were addressed, including the benefits AI applications offer the military, the importance of private-public partnerships in AI development, and budget needs for research and investment. They also addressed competition from adversaries, such as China, and the need to work alongside allies and partners to facilitate faster AI innovation and implementation.
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Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo on Technology Investment and National Security
38 minutesCommerce Secretary Gina Raimondo discussed the intersection of national security, innovation, and infrastructure investment during the 10th Annual Reagan National Defense Forum at the Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, CA. Several topics were addressed, including investment in artificial intelligence (AI), competition with China, semi-conductor production, and investments made through the CHIPS and Science Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
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President Biden Awards Science & Tech Medals
39 minutesPresident Biden awarded the National Medal of Science and the National Medal of Technology and Innovation to multiple recipients during a ceremony at the White House. The National Medal of Science is the highest honor the nation can bestow on scientists and engineers. Individuals are nominated by the scientific community, and a committee of scientists and engineers is appointed by the U.S. president to evaluate the nominees. The National Medal of Technology and Innovation is awarded to individuals or groups who have made significant contributions to the nation's "competitiveness, standard of living, and quality of life through technological innovation," according to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. For this award, an independent committee appointed by the secretary of commerce reviews candidates nominated through an open process. The committee makes recommendations to the secretary, who in turn makes recommendations to the president for final selection.