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Washington Journal for Thursday, February 23

2012-02-22T20:00:00

Our daily Live program provides a forum for leading journalists and public policy makers to discuss key events, and legislation.

State Department Press Briefing

2012-02-22T12:30:00

Spokesman Mark Toner conducts a daily briefing at the State Department.

Mitt Romney Rallies Supporters in Chandler, Arizona

2012-02-22T11:50:00

GOP Presidential candidate Mitt Romney holds a small lead over former Sen. Rick Santorum (R-PA) in the Arizona primary, according to recent polls. Romney continued his campaign with a speech to supporters at the Tri-City Christian Academy in Chandler, Arizona.

DoD Briefs On Afghan Insurgents Program, Koran Burning

2012-02-22T10:30:00

The spokesman for the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan said the burning of Korans by U.S. military personnel was “a mistake and completely unintentional.” The incident has sparked protests all across Afghanistan, leaving several wounded and dead. ISAF Spokesman General Carsten Jacobson made these remarks from his base in Afghanistan during a defense department press briefing.

Michael Chertoff, Mike McConnell Discuss Cybersecurity Bill

2012-02-22T10:30:00

Vice Admiral Mike McConnell, USN (ret.), former Director of National Intelligence, and the Hon. Michael Chertoff, former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, discussed the pending Cybersecurity Act of 2012 at an event hosted by the George Washington University Homeland Security Policy Institute Wednesday morning. They were joined in a roundtable discussion by invited senior staff members of the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives.

Experts Discuss the Middle East: Israel, Iran and the Arabs

2012-02-22T09:30:00

The Former Israeli Deputy Defense Foreign Minister says despite media reports, Israel is not “trigger happy” about attacking Iran.This comment came during his remarks at an event at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars. Ephraim Sneh said Israelis all know the repercussions of such action, but also noted that if it’s the last option, it's worth it.

Groundbreaking Ceremony for New National Museum of African American History and Culture

2012-02-22T09:00:00

President Obama joined other dignitaries at a groundbreaking ceremony for the new National Museum of African American History and Culture, to be located on the Mall in Washington.

Rick Santorum Rallies Voters in Phoenix

2012-02-22T00:00:00

Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum continues campaigning in Arizona, ahead of the state’s primary next Tuesday.The former Senator won a presidential straw poll held by the Maricopa Republican Party earlier Tuesday, and held a town hall in Phoenix where he was joined by his family.

Washington Journal for Wednesday, February 22

2012-02-21T20:00:00

Our daily Live program provides a forum for leading journalists and public policy makers to discuss key events, and legislation.

AEI Debates Constitutionality of the President's Recess Appointments

2012-02-21T13:30:00

A panel of legal experts discussed whether President Obama's recent recess appointments for the Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and three members of the National Labor Relations Board were constitutional.

Danica Patrick Speaks About Her Career and Move to NASCAR

2012-02-21T13:00:00

NASCAR Driver Danica Patrick talked about her career and move to NASCAR at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. Danica Patrick will race in her first Daytona 500 on Sunday, February 26th. She’s the third woman to race in the Daytona 500’s 54-year history.

State Department Press Briefing

2012-02-21T12:30:00

State Department Spokesman, Victoria Nuland conducts a daily briefing at the State Department.

A Look at the Race for the GOP Presidential Nomination

2012-02-21T09:00:00

AEI commentators and political analysts Michael Barone, Henry Olsen and Norman Ornstein discuss the race for the GOP Presidential nomination. With Rick Santorum's victories in the Colorado and Minnesota caucuses and the Missouri primary, he is now leading the polls in several states.

State Dept. Hosts Global Business Conference

2012-02-21T00:00:00

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton speaks at the opening luncheon of the first-ever State Department Global Business Conference. According to the State Department, this conference, "will bring together senior officials from U.S. business support organizations from over 100 countries;

President Discusses Recently Passed Payroll Tax Legislation

2012-02-21T00:00:00

Following last week's passage of payroll tax cut legislation by Congress, President Obama held a White House event to elaborate on the legislation. The President thanked Congress for passing the legislation, but said "Don't stop here and go further." The President urged Congress to build on the success of the agreement by taking additional steps to create jobs, grow the economy and help the middle class.

Rick Santorum Keynotes Lincoln Day Lunch in Arizona

2012-02-21T00:00:00

With the February 28th Arizona Primary approaching, GOP Presidential candidate Rick Santorum keynotes the Maricopa County Republican Party Lincoln Day Lunch & Straw Poll. Recent Polls have shown Santorum leading the other GOP candidates in National Polls and in a tight race in Michigan with Mitt Romney. He trails Romney in Arizona.

Washington Journal for Tuesday, February 21

2012-02-20T20:00:00

Our daily Live program provides a forum for leading journalists and public policy makers to discuss key events, and legislation.

Hillary Clinton's Endorsement of Barack Obama

2012-02-20T15:30:00

Former first lady and then Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton holds the final rally of her presidential campaign.

Rosalynn Carter Eulogy for Betty Ford

2012-02-20T15:15:00

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter delivers a eulogy for former First Lady Betty Ford. The service was held in Palm Desert, California, at St. Margaret's Episcopal Church. Among the dignitaries in attendance were first ladies Michelle Obama and Nancy Reagan

The Presidency: Reflections of First Ladies Barbara and Laura Bush

2012-02-20T14:00:00

Barbara Bush and Laura Bush recently sat down for a conversation with historian Richard Norton Smith and talked about their unique family and historical relationships, the stereotypes perpetuated about the president’s spouse, how they handled political criticism, their experiences as wartime first ladies, and their advice to their successors. Held at the George Bush Presidential Library in College Station, Texas.