>>/128709/ >>/128710/ >>/128711/ >>/128712/ >>/128713/ >>/128714/ >>/128715/ >>/128716/ >>/128717/ >>/128718/ >>/128719/ >>/128720/ May 29, 2023 2:30 PM EDT APRIL 24, 2023: Filmmaker Ken Burns and Others on Democracy in the United States Filmmaker Ken Burns and others discussed the history of democracy in America, polarization, decline of trust in institutions, and the role of the news media in democracy during an event celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Pew Charitable Trust. https://www.c-span.org/video/?527600-5/filmmaker-ken-burns-democracy-united-states May 29, 2023 3:00 PM EDT 2023 Memorial Day Program at Military Women's Memorial Veterans Administration https://www.va.gov/outreach-and-events/events/55924/ May 29, 2023 3:37 PM EDT MARCH 6, 2023: Former White House Officials on Bush Administration Development Policy Former members of the George W. Bush administration discussed ways they changed government development projects, what worked, and lessons learned, in a discussion hosted by the Wilson Center. Much of the focus was on the administration’s broadening of public-private partnerships, particularly regarding global public health initiatives, which panelists said were vital in advancing U.S. foreign policy. https://www.c-span.org/video/?526476-1/white-house-officials-bush-administration-development-policy May 29, 2023 4:30 PM EDT Gilbert Achcar, "The New Cold War". University of London professor Gilbert Achcar talked about the emerging power rivalry between the U.S., Russia, and China. This virtual event was hosted by Haymarket Books in Chicago. American History/BookTV https://www.c-span.org/video/?527941-1/the-cold-war May 29, 2023 4:37 PM EDT MAY 17, 2023: Medal of Valor Ceremony President Biden honored nine first responders with the Medal of Valor at the White House. “From small towns to big cities, you’re cut from the same cloth. You run into danger when everyone else runs away from danger,” said the president about the three New York Police Department officers, a Houston police officer, Colorado police official, Ohio sheriff’s deputy, and three New York firefighters. https://www.c-span.org/video/?528167-1/medal-valor-ceremony May 29, 2023 6:35 PM EDT APRIL 25, 2023: Former Senate Majority Leaders Tom Daschle and Trent Lott on Bipartisanship Former Senate Majority Leaders Tom Daschle (D-South Dakota, 1987-2005) and Trent Lott (R- Mississippi, 1989-2007) talked about bipartisan cooperation and the state of leadership in Washington, D.C., during an event hosted by the Dole Institute of Politics. They each touched on their experience working with the late Senator Bob Dole (R-KS) and the components for successful bipartisanship: communication, camaraderie, and leadership. Several topics were discussed, including campaign finance reform, the filibuster, and finding common ground in a divided Congress. https://www.c-span.org/video/?527625-1/senate-majority-leaders-tom-daschle-trent-lott-bipartisanship May 29, 2023 9:00 PM EDT U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum Remembrance Ceremony The U.S. Holocaust Museum holds its annual remembrance ceremony honoring the Holocaust’s estimated 12 million victims. https://www.c-span.org/video/?527543-1/us-holocaust-memorial-museum-remembrance-ceremony May 29, 2023 10:06 PM EDT APRIL 17, 2023: Fmr. President Clinton Speaks at Good Friday Agreement Conference Former President Clinton, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, and former Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern were panelists at a conference on the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement hosted by Queens University Belfast. Moderated by Queens University Belfast Chancellor Hillary Clinton, the three leaders reflected on the challenges and stories behind the historic peace agreement, and the lessons learned from their experiences. https://www.c-span.org/video/?527467-3/fmr-president-clinton-speaks-good-friday-agreement-conference 13 END