New York Times economic reporter Jim Tankersley discusses his book about the growth of the middle class in the U.S. and Alliance for Securing Democracy Fellow Josh Rudolph discusses foreign interference in Campaign 2020.
Rep. Joe Kennedy (D-MA) conceded to his opponent Sen. Ed Markey (D-MA) after losing the 2020 Massachusetts Democratic U.S. Senate primary election. In an often-heated campaign which included targeting Senator Markey's 44-year congressional career and Rep. Kennedy's family legacy, the candidates repeatedly criticized each other for past votes even though they supported many of the same policies. The 39-year-old grandson of Robert F. Kennedy becomes the first Kennedy in Massachusetts to lose an election.
Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) provided his victory remarks after defeating challenger Rep. Joe Kennedy III (D-MA) in the 2020 Massachusetts Democratic U.S. Senate primary election. In an often-heated campaign, the candidates repeatedly criticized each other for past votes, including criminal justice reform. Sen. Markey gained the support of progressive Democrats including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) who worked with him to co-author the Green New Deal climate change initiative which became a focal point of his primary campaign.
The co-chairs of the Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD) sat down to discuss the historical significance of debates and the upcoming 2020 presidential debates. The National Press Club hosted this event. Panelists answered submitted questions on third-party candidates having access to debates, the influence of social media, how the debate process impacts new and emerging democracies and the criteria for selecting a moderator.
2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden delivers remarks in Wilmington, Delaware on reopening schools amid the coronavirus pandemic. Joining him will be his wife Jill, a long-time teacher.
Former Federal Reserve Chairs Ben Bernanke and Janet Yellen took part in a virtual discussion with the Brookings Institution on monetary policy and the response to the coronavirus pandemic. The event began with remarks by Federal Reserve Board Member Lael Brainard, who outlined the central bank's revised version of its long-term goals and monetary policy strategy. The discussion was moderated by David Wessel, the director of Brookings Institution's Center on Fiscal and Monetary Policy.
The American Bar Association held a virtual discussion on the Department of Justice's (DOJ) recently proposed changes to the Communications Decency Act, which was written in 1996. Lauren Willard, counselor to Attorney General William Barr outlined the changes the changes to Section 230 of the act, which provides protections for internet service providers against lawsuits for content posted on their sites. Ms. Willard explained the proposed changes would require providers to be more transparent when removing content, while at the same time require platforms to more aggressively police illicit activities on their websites. Panelists also discussed the potential unintended consequences of removing Section 230 protections and the need to update internet regulations.
President Trump designated Wilmington, North Carolina as the first U.S. World War II Heritage City. The announcement came during remarks to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the war's end in front of the Battleship North Carolina.
Today's program looks at the latest on the 2020 Presidential Campaign. Interviews include Nathan Gonzales of Inside Elections (12) and Joseph Walker of The Wall Street Journal (25).
2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden delivered remarks in Wilmington, Delaware on reopening schools amid the coronavirus pandemic. He called the issue of students being able to go back to school safely a national emergency and called on President Trump to provide emergency funding for the situation.
House Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Kevin Brady (R-TX) and Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA) discussed the U.S.-Mexico-Canada (USMCA) trade agreement at an event hosted by Rice University's Baker Institute. More specifically, they addressed the USMCA negotiation process, environmental and labor provisions, and implementation of the agreement. The lawmakers also talked about other potential trade agreements and the impact of the coronavirus on the global supply chain and e-commerce.
Today's program looks at the latest on the 2020 Presidential Campaign. Interviews include Nathan Gonzales of Inside Elections (12) and Joseph Walker of The Wall Street Journal (25).
Today's program looks at the latest on the 2020 Presidential Campaign. Interviews include Nathan Gonzales of Inside Elections (12) and Joseph Walker of The Wall Street Journal (25).
Today's program looks at the latest on the 2020 Presidential Campaign. Interviews include Nathan Gonzales of Inside Elections (12) and Joseph Walker of The Wall Street Journal (25).
Rep. Joe Kennedy (D-MA) conceded to his opponent Sen. Ed Markey (D-MA) after losing the 2020 Massachusetts Democratic U.S. Senate primary election. In an often-heated campaign which included targeting Senator Markey's 44-year congressional career and Rep. Kennedy's family legacy, the candidates repeatedly criticized each other for past votes even though they supported many of the same policies. The 39-year-old grandson of Robert F. Kennedy becomes the first Kennedy in Massachusetts to lose an election.
Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) provided his victory remarks after defeating challenger Rep. Joe Kennedy III (D-MA) in the 2020 Massachusetts Democratic U.S. Senate primary election. In an often-heated campaign, the candidates repeatedly criticized each other for past votes, including criminal justice reform. Sen. Markey gained the support of progressive Democrats including Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) who worked with him to co-author the Green New Deal climate change initiative which became a focal point of his primary campaign.
The co-chairs of the Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD) sat down to discuss the historical significance of debates and the upcoming 2020 presidential debates. The National Press Club hosted this event. Panelists answered submitted questions on third-party candidates having access to debates, the influence of social media, how the debate process impacts new and emerging democracies and the criteria for selecting a moderator.
2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden delivers remarks in Wilmington, Delaware on reopening schools amid the coronavirus pandemic. Joining him will be his wife Jill, a long-time teacher.
Former Federal Reserve Chairs Ben Bernanke and Janet Yellen took part in a virtual discussion with the Brookings Institution on monetary policy and the response to the coronavirus pandemic. The event began with remarks by Federal Reserve Board Member Lael Brainard, who outlined the central bank's revised version of its long-term goals and monetary policy strategy. The discussion was moderated by David Wessel, the director of Brookings Institution's Center on Fiscal and Monetary Policy.
The American Bar Association's Standing Committee on Election Law held a virtual discussion about guidelines it has recently released on best practices for holding elections. Election law experts focused on recommendations addressing issues such as voting during an emergency, absentee ballots and purging voter roles. The panelists also discussed issues related to voter fraud, voting accessiblity and barriers to political participation.
2020 Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden delivered remarks in Wilmington, Delaware on reopening schools amid the coronavirus pandemic. He called the issue of students being able to go back to school safely a national emergency and called on President Trump to provide emergency funding for the situation.
President Trump designated Wilmington, North Carolina as the first U.S. World War II Heritage City. The announcement came during remarks to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the war's end in front of the Battleship North Carolina.
