The Record
F O U N D E D I N 1 9 0 8Posted Thursday January 24, 2002.
NPC LUNCHEONSMon., Jan. 28, Javier Gonzales, President, National Association of Counties. . . . Thurs., Jan. 31, John C. Browne, Director, Los Alamos National Laboratories. . . . Fri., Feb 1, Sen. Jim Jeffords (I-VT). . . . Mon., Feb. 4, David Satcher, M.D., U.S. Surgeon General. . . . Thurs., Feb. 7, Gov. Tom Ridge, Director of Homeland Security. . . . Mon., Feb. 11, Susan Eisenhower, President, Eisenhower Institute, will discuss terrorism and the nuclear question. . . . Tues., Feb. 12, Salvatore Sodano, Chairman and CEO, American Stock Exchange. Tues., Jan. 29, at 10 a.m., Christine Dolan, founder of The International Humanitarian Campaign Against the Exploitation of Children, will draw attention to the terrorists behind trafficking of children for sexual exploitation. . . . Tues., Jan. 29, at 1 p.m., Hamid Karzi, Chairman of Afghanistan's interim administration, will discuss his six-month mandate to rule. . . . Wed., Feb. 6, at 8 a.m., Nothern Ireland's First Minister David Trimble and Deputy First Minister Mark Durkan will update the Northern Ireland peace process. The Club's "Super Bowl of Chili" takes center stage on Sat., Feb. 2, from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Newly-installed President John Aubuchon and his wife, Kemi, are challenging Club members to "beat the best"--their own family recipe--with their own concoction. NPC Treasurer Rick Dunham has confirmed judges solicited from current NPC officers, governors and past presidents. Lou Priebe is helping screen potential cooks. He may be reached at (703) 569-0946 by NPC applicants who wish to present their culinary credentials. There is no charge for NPC members, and their guests are welcome at $20 per person. Confirm reservations at 662-7501.
Marilyn Thompson of The Washington Post, David Kaplan of U.S. News & World Report, Peter Overby of National Public Radio and NPC board member John Donnelly of Defense Week are among the journalists scheduled to share their expertise at a joint NPC-Investigative Reporters and Editors conference, scheduled for Sat., Jan. 26, at the Club. Panels include covering the military, using the Internet, investigating transportation safety and security and checking up on corporations and charities. Club members can attend for $50, and you do not have to be a member of IRE to go. Application forms are available at the Club or byvisiting the IRE Web site at: www.ire.org.
At 12:30 p.m. on Fri., Jan. 18, a new administration took over the reins of the NPC. In remarks at the conclusion of his presidency, Dick Ryan said that 2001 had been a fairly good year for the Club with earnings of $9 million, $104,000 more than the prior year. He said the Club's "Rainy Day Fund" was now at $1.2 million and that the Club earned $500,000 in new income because of the installation of video feeds throughout the function rooms. He noted that there were 21 Professional Affair events--the heart and soul of the Club--and 87 Newsmakers, plus a number of prestigious Luncheon speakers, which program is "our face on the world". Fitness Center usage, he reported, was up 14 percent. The major negative note was that our membership roster is down 178 from last year. Incoming President John Aubuchon, who began by reading a list of members who had died during the past 12 months, promised that his administration would be reaching out in terms of diversity, membership and professional affairs. In response to several questions on Club finances, he said the year may be tight and that we are hoping for a strong third quarter.
At its organizational meeting on Friday, following the general membership meeting, the new Board of Governors elected Jonathan Salant Chairman and Joe Anselmo Vice Chair.
Don Larrabee, the Chairman of all 29 Fourth Estate Award dinners, received the prestigious Berny Krug Memorial Award for exceptional service in 2001 from outgoing NPC President Dick Ryan at a ceremony on Friday evening, Jan. 18. In making his presentation, Ryan praised Larrabee, the 1973 Club President and a 54-year member, as "a gentleman who has been such a treasure for the National Press Club, saying--about the Fourth Estate, "I'll take that over"--and he's been doing it ever since ." Accepting Vivian Awards for distinguished service were the following Committee Chairs: Golam Arshad (International Correspondents), Frank Aukofer (Speakers), John Cosgrove (Fellowship, American Legion and Irish Night), Christine Dorsey (Young Members), Rick Dunham (NPC 5K Run), Frederica Dunn (Travel), Gus Gallagher (Book Fair and Cartoons & Cocktails), Maureen Groppe (Awards), Mark Hamrick (Newmakers), Kathy Kiely (Scholarships), Lee Kimche-McGrath (Exhibits), Donna Leinwand (Young Members), Larry Lipman (Book and Author), Dori Meinert (Membership), Kirsten Mitchell (Freedom of the Press), Wes Pippert (Library/Archives), John Reed (Chess), Michael Rhea (Forums), Florence Parrish St. John (Oral History), Dick Schalk (Publications), Peter Sisler (Tennis), Gary Stevens (Golf), April Taylor (Fitness), Arlen Withers (House) and Jerry Zremski (Professional Affairs). Also receiving Vivians were the following members for their work on the committees or programs indicated: David Anderson (Speakers and Newsmakers), Arthur Bernstein (Speakers), Marshall Cohen (Speakers), Amy Fickling (Professional Affairs and the Pulitzer Prize reception), David Hess (Speakers), Peter Hickman (Newsmakers), Marvin Kalb (the incisive "Kalb Report" series), Gil Klein (Chair of the Presidential Inaugural Committee and organizer of the "Kalb Report"), Bill Kovach (for his series of professional workshops), Bill McCarren (Speakers), Katherine Skiba (Speakers) and Gordon Smith (Events).
A forum on the legal rights of freelancers--which changed dramatically in wake of a recent Supreme Court decision--will be held at the Club from 7-9 p.m., Wed., Jan. 30. Speakers will discuss the case of Tasini v. The New York Times, which held that publishers do not have the right automatically to include published articles in electronic databases. Panelists for the program will include Jonathan Tasini, President of the National Writers Union, author and chief claimant in the case against the Times. Marybeth Peters, Register of U.S. Copyrights (cq), and Paul Dickson, author of "Sputnik: The Shock of the Century" and many other books, will also appear. Peter Jaszi, Professor of Copyright Law at the American University Law School, will moderate. The event, which is organized by Washington Independent Writers Legal and Educational Fund, Inc., is co-sponsored by Washington Independent Writers, the American University School of Communications and the National Press Club's Professional Affairs Committee. While admission is free, seating is limited. Call 662-7501 to reserve a chair.
Needs in education, health care, Social Security and national defense require postponement of $350 billion in future tax cuts, said Sen. Edward Kennedy (D-MA) at the Jan. 16 Club Luncheon. Kennedy said "the doubts that many of us had about the affordability of tax cuts enacted last year have become certainties in the wake of September 11. The spirit of this new time is placing major demands on our national resources. Those demands must take priority." Over $1 trillion in tax breaks scheduled by 2010 would still take effect, he said, and families earning less than $130,000 would not be effected by his proposal. As for the forthcoming debate in Congress, "this is a time of testing unlike any other." In his introduction, Dick Ryan displayed a gift for Kennedy, sent from the White House when President Bush heard the senator was going to discuss tax cuts. It was a bag of pretzels.
Patrick Mirza won first place in the Club's ninth annual fiction writing contest for his story entitled "The Transporter of Souls". The story is a satire about used-car salesmen. Taking second prize was former presidential press secretary Ron Nessen for his story, "Five Obits". Nessen said he believes some of the best reading in newspapers is the obituaries, and he wanted to see if he could tell an entire fictional story through five obits. Ian Mackenzie won third prize for his story, "The Great Squirrel War". He said it is a humorous account of a battle of wits against squirrels that will appeal to gardeners and bird watchers. Honorable mention went to William Hamby for a chapter from his novel, "A Gambler's Feast: A Novel about the Summer of 1969". Literary agents Nina Graybill and Lynn Whittaker judged the contest. More than 30 members entered stories.
Early detection is the single most powerful tool in fighting breast cancer. The George Washington University mammovan is coming to the National Press Building on Fri., Feb. 8, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. To register for a breast exam, call (202) 994-9999 before Fri., Feb. 1. This is a service sponsored by the NPC Fitness Center. For more information, contact Terry Davis in the Fitness Center at 662-7520 or April Taylor, 662-7373.
Many thanks to member Larry Guthrie for arranging the donation of three important research tools to the Club. Covington and Burling donated a set of Harvard Law Review volumes (#73-112), which cover 1959-1999. Balch & Bingham LLP donated a set of U.S. Supreme Court Reports (vols. 1-100) and a set of the U.S. Supreme Court Reports Lawyers' Edition (vols. 1-126), with the appropriate indices. The two Supreme Court sets cover the case history of the court since its inception up through 1998. These sets are on display in the Fourth Estate Winners Room, where members may use them when the room is available. A memorial service will be held for former NPC President Don Byrne in the Club at 11 a.m., Sat., Feb. 9. It will be followed by a buffet luncheon. If you are planning to attend, call Joann Booze at 662-7532. The Washington Regional Reporter's Association, in conjunction with the Club's Professional Affairs Committee, will hold its annual federal budget newsmaker session on Tues., Jan. 29, from 9-11 a.m. Scheduled panelists will include budget analyst Stanley Collender, vice president at Fleishman-Hillard; House Budget Committee Chief of Staff Rich Meade, and Congressional Quarterly budget reporter Dan Parks. A senior Senate Democratic staff member has also been invited.
First 2001 dealt news Web sites declining advertising revenues--staff cuts followed. Then the biggest story of the past half-century crashed into newsrooms around the world. Readers demanded immediate coverage of the war in Afghanistan, the hunt for terrorists, explanations of biological and chemical agents and information on how to help or where to grieve. Meanwhile, journalists across all media say they're concerned about the standards and credibility of digital news. How will increased demands placed on smaller staffs and cash-strapped organizations affect these views? Are we at a turning point for digital news? Is further consolidation ahead, or will publishers and advertisers find ways to "monetize" readers without compromising journalistic integrity? Will Web sites become the vanguard of local and national coverage, or continue to "repurpose" printed content? These issues and more will be discussed by four online news executives--featuring Rich Jaroslovsky of The Wall Street Journal and President, Online News Association, and Doug Feaver, Executive Editor, Washingtonpost.Newsweek Interactive--gathered for the next CyberCocktail lecture on Thurs., Jan. 31. The discussion begins at 7 p.m., and is followed by cocktails from 8-9:30. Free for NPC members. Reserve at 662-7501, or E-mail: nelson@press.org
Nuclear Plant Protection At Highest Level, States Commission Chairman
The Chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Dr. Richard A. Meserve, at the Jan. 17 NPC Luncheon, sought to assure the American public that the nation's nuclear facilities are as safe as is currently possible. But he asserted security of the facilities is an ongoing project, constantly being reviewed. He said "there is information that al Qaeda considers nuclear facilities as potential . . . targets." But, he added, "the physical protection at nuclear power plants is very strong." Nevertheless, "Sept. 11 has served to alert America to the need for re-examination of past practices." The facilities have maintained the "highest level of security" since Sept. 11, Dr. Meserve said. "If we allow the threats of terrorists to determine what we build and what we operate, we would be headed into the past, back to an era with no suspension bridges, stadiums, harbor tunnels, hydroelectric dams, skyscrapers, factories or nuclear power plants."
Veteran war correspondents who covered combat back to World War II will talk about how war corresponding has changed with host Marvin Kalb during the next edition of the "Kalb Report", which will be taped at the Club Mon., Feb. 4. Joining Kalb will be CBS correspondent Morley Safer, who covered Vietnam; George Herman, former CBS correspondent, who covered Korea; Liz Trotta, the first woman television journlist in Vietnam, and Richard Hartaleck, who worked with Edward R. Murrow covering World War II and who filed the first D-Day report. Also speaking will be David Shipler, a Pulitzer Prize-winning former New York Times Middle East correspondent. Taping, which is co-sponsored with The George Washington University, will begin at 8 p.m. in the NPC Ballroom. Tickets are free, but limited. Reserve by calling 662-7501. EDITOR: Strong editor with social science/health background to manage nonprofit news service. Newspaper or wire experience and knowledge of AP style required. Ability to translate academic language to English and layout skills highly desirable. Salary commensurate with experience. Reply Job Jan. 24-1. HEALTH POLICY REPORTER: 150-year-old pharmacy trade association seeks policy reporter to cover healthcare-related federal and state legislation, regulation, lawsuits, practice profiles and association news for thriving four-color newsmagazine and up-and-coming Web site. Must be a team player. At least two years policy reporting experience required. Association background a plus. Reply Job Jan 24-2. NOTE: Submit replies (members only) and/or future listings (50 words maximum) to the NPC Membership Office, fax to 662-7512 or E-mail: pwaldron@press.org.
in The Fourth Estate or The Reliable Source! NOTE: NPC Luncheons are open only to NPC members and guests. Luncheons, 12:30 p.m., members $16, guests $28, general admission $35. Reserve for luncheons 24 hours a day at (202) 662-7501. Club Newsmakers, open to all members and those with press credentials, 9 a.m., exceptions noted. Members will be held financially liable for themselves and their guests should they fail to cancel reservations 24 hours in advance. Pick up advance tickets at front desk. To make banquet or press conference arrangements, call (202) 662-7515. Fourth Estate Dining Room open 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5:30-8:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri. For Fourth Estate reservations, phone (202) 662-7638. The Reliable Source, 11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.; dine in or take-out menu, Mon.-Fri.; Sat.; food 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; beverage service 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. For reservations or information phone (202) 662-7443. NPC FITNESS CENTER open Mon.-Friday, 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. FOR TAPES OR TRANSCRIPTS of NPC Luncheons, call 1-888-343-1940. NPC LIBRARY open Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-8 p.m. 24-HOUR EVENTS LINE: (202) 662-7595. FAX: (202) 662-7569. EMPLOYMENT HOTLINE: (202) 879-6795. WORLD WIDE WEB — http://press.org or http://www.press.org. ADDRESS CORRECTIONS: (202) 662-7511. RECORD OFFICE: (202)662-7540.
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STAFF THIS ISSUE: Don Knight, editor; Kathryn Harrington-Hughes, layout. Jack Hassett.
NPC Officers and Board of Governors NPC OFFICERS: President, RICHARD A. RYAN, The Detroit News; Vice President, JOHN AUBUCHON, NewsNight Maryland, Maryland Public TV; Secretary, SYLVIA SMITH, Fort Wayne Journal Gazette; Treasurer, TAMMY LYTLE, Orlando Sentinel; Membership Secretary, SHEILA R. CHERRY, Insight. BOARD OF GOVERNORS: Chair, RICK DUNHAM, Business Week; Vice Chair, JONATHAN D. SALANT, The Associated Press; JOSEPH C. ANSELMO, Washington Techway; LARRY BIVINS, Gannett News Service; SUSAN CRABTREE, Roll Call; STAN HAMILTON, Transport Topics; DAVID LAWSKY, Reuters News Service; GILBERT LEWTHWAITE, The Baltimore Sun; KATHERINE TURPIN, Foreign Press Center. PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE: Chair, RICHARD R. SCHALK; Vice Chair, JOHN METELSKY. CLUB MANAGER: JOHN C. BLOOM.
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