The most popular programs for the International Trade Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=987 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mon, 20 May 2013 15:36:25 GMT Secretaries Clinton and Panetta and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Martin Dempsey testified on the United Nations Law of the Sea Treaty, an international convention that sets rules for under- and over-sea travel and commerce. The U.S. is the only major country that has not ratified the treaty. The witnesses argued in favor in favor of the U.S. signing the agreement for reasons that included national security, job creation, oil exploration, and countering China's influence in Asia. Senators who argued against the treaty cited loss of sovereignty, imposition of an international tax, and the allowance of foreign nations to regulate U.S. energy emissions as the basis for their disapproval. Secretary Clinton in her opening statement said that opposition to the treaty is based on "ideology and mythology." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306163-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306163-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Obama held a joint news conference with Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada and President Felipe Calderon of Mexico as part of the North American Leaders' Summit. They discussed a wide range of topics including job creation, trade, and security. President Obama said the U.S., Canada, and Mexico are working together to get rid of out-dated regulations that are stifling job creation. President Obama also commented on the previous week's Supreme Court oral arguments on the 2010 health care law, saying he remains confident that justices will rule that the law is constitutional. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305258-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305258-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke with James McNerney about international trade and the global economy. He said the new governments in Greece and Italy were "positive developments" and should have a calming effect on world financial markets and the euro zone crisis. He also said China should "play by the rules" if it wanted to compete in the global economy commenting on its currency rate standards and lack of respect for intellectual property rights. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302653-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302653-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Daniel Griswold and Todd Tucker talked about the 1993 North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and what it means for future trade agreements. They also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. C-SPAN Radio's Bobbi Jackson read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293812-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293812-5 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT The author of [Dead Aid] argues that flawed economic decisions made by western governments have resulted in the scales of economic growth being tipped in favor of what she calls the emerging world. She talked with Libertarian economist Dan Mitchell. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298389-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298389-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Opening remarks were delivered by President Karzai, Secretary Rice, and Chairman Pachauri on the first day of the World Economic Forum. Topics included terrorism, global climate change, wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, the Middle East peace process, and political and economic freedom. The principal theme of the 2008 annual meeting was "The Power of Collaborative Innovation." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201863-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/201863-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Marc Aronson and Marina Budhos present their book for children about the impact of sugar on world history - including the role sugar played in the creation of the Atlantic slave trade and the impact it had on the Industrial Revolution. Mr. Aronson and Ms. Budhos spoke to a group of 8th grade and high school students at the Brooklyn Public Library in Brooklyn, New York. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297825-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297825-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT In their latest book, the Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalism team of Barlett and Steele argue that Washington and Wall Street have dismantled the foundations of America's middle class through a series of actions over several decades. Chief among those destructive actions, they say,was deregulation of various industries and outsourcing of manufacturing jobs. They discussed the plight of the middle class with Juan Williams. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307586-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307586-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Chua talked about her book [World on Fire: How Exporting Free Market Democracy Breeds Ethnic Hatred and Global Instability], published by Doubleday. While proponents of globalization believe that exporting free markets and democracy to other countries will increase peace and prosperity throughout the developing world Ms. Chua shows that just the opposite has happened. When global markets open, ethnic conflict worsens and politics turns ugly and violent. She gives examples from around the world of how free markets do not spread wealth evenly throughout the whole of developing societies. Instead they produce a new class of extremely wealthy individuals who are almost always members of a minority group such as Chinese in the Philippines, Indians in East Africa, and whites in Latin America. These wealthy minorities then become a target of violent hatred. Adding democracy to this volatile mix unleashes suppressed ethnic hatreds and brings to power ethno-nationalist governments that pursue aggressive policies of confiscation and revenge. Ms. Chua further shows how individual countries are often viewed as dominant minorities, explaining the phenomena of ethnic resentment in the Arab-Israeli conflict and the rising tide of anti-American sentiment around the world. She believes that this more than anything accounts for the visceral hatred of Americans that has been expressed in recent acts of terrorism. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174375-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174375-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Obama and British Prime Minister Gordon Brown answered questions from the media during a photo opportunity in the Oval Office. In their remarks they spoke about areas of mutual concern including engagement with Iran, stability in South Asia, and economic policy in the face of a global financial crisis. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284386-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/284386-2 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Jamie Dimon talked about the state of the global economy. He said that bond markets would reject U.S. debt if Congress cannot reach an agreement on a federal budget. He also said JPMorgan did the government a favor by purchasing Bear Stearns, and lost up to $10 billion as a result. Mr. Dimon was interviewed by Mr. Haass and then responded to questions from members of the audience. This was part of the CEO Speaker series sponsored by the Corporate Program of the Council on Foreign Relations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308676-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308676-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Ian Fletcher talked about his book [Free Trade Doesn't Work: What Should Replace It and Why] (U.S. Business & Industry Council, 2010). He spoke about free trade and the history of trade regulation and tariffs in the U.S. Mr. Fletcher contends that the economic ideology of free trade does not work but has hurt the American economy, destroyed industry, and led to the loss of jobs. He also responded to questions from members of the audience at the Seventeenth Annual Eagle Forum Collegians Leadership Summit. The annual conference that brings together conservative speakers, authors and college students was held at The Heritage Foundation in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294588-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/294588-4 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Clinton delivered the dinner address on the first night of the conference. The next morning world leaders talked about the changing role of government in the world. Among the issues they addressed were means to provide capital investment in developing areas, the importance of open trade, and governments' responsibilities in implementing programs aimed at economic growth. Translation into English was performed by voice translation system. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154363-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154363-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Fred Hochberg talked about the role of the U.S. Export-Import Bank in trade and President Obama's goal of doubling U.S. exports over the next five years. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Mr. Hochberg traveled with President Obama to Latin America over the previous weekend to promote trade with Brazil, El Salvador, and Chile. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298561-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298561-4 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT John Perkins talked about his book [Hoodwinked: An Economic Hit Man Reveals Why the World Financial Markets Imploded - and What We Need to Do to Remake Them] (Broadway Business November 10, 2009). Mr. Perkins argued that our current economic problems are the outgrowth of a form of predatory capitalism that benefits a relatively small number of people around the world. He talked about the need for global reform to produce stability. He was interviewed on stage by Jonathan Curiel. He then responded to questions from members of the audience. This program of the Inforum group of the Commonwealth Club of California was held at 7:00 p.m. PT in San Francisco. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290217-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290217-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT The guests talked about the direction of free trade agreements with the Democrats now in control of Congress. The guests responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196420-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/196420-2 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Representative Mike Pence, incoming House Budget Committee Chair Paul Ryan, and others spoke on the the role of the Federal Reserve and the U.S. economy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296941-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296941-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Tony Judt talked about his book [Postwar: A History of Europe Since 1945], published by Penguin Press. In his book he traced European history after World War I, describing economic, political, and social changes in several countries. In his talk, the author explained that Europe lived in the "shadow of World War II" and did not recover from the economic costs until well into the late 1980s. He also described the emergence of a more consumer-oriented society in Europe beginning in the late 1950s. Following his presentation, Mr. Judt responded to questions and comments from members of the audience. Tony Judt is the Erich Maria Remarque Professor of European Studies at New York University. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189437-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189437-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Coming up next, a discussion on the history of the gold standard. Three panelists-including author Lewis Lehrman-debate the origins, benefits, and drawbacks of the system. They also discuss why the U.S. left the gold standard, and the arguments for reinstating it. The New York Historical Society hosted this event and it's just over an hour. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306216-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306216-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Obama talked about the benefits of U.S.-Latin America trade. In addition, he announced a new initiative, the Small Business Network of the Americas. The initiative is intended to promote job creation in small- and medium-sized enterprises and encourage trade throughout the Western Hemisphere. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305436-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305436-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Pirates from Somalia made international news with the capture of an American cargo ship in 2009 in eastern African waters and later the murder of four retirees sailing around the world. Mr. Bahadur talked about who some of these men are and why they say they became pirates. He discussed his exclusive time in their inner circle with former [New York Times] foreign correspondent and editor Clifford May, who now heads the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300643-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300643-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT David Rothkopf talked about his new book, which traces the changing relationship between public and private power and looks at the implications of the rise of great private actors and the weakening of many states. He looked at the different forms of capitalism that have emerged over the years as a result. He was then joined in a panel discussion moderated by Ed Luce. The panelists responded to questions from members of the audience. This book launch event at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace was co-hosted by [Foreign Policy] magazine. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304307-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304307-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Joseph Stiglitz and Thomas Friedman discussed the pros and cons of economic globalization. Joseph Stiglitz's latest book is [Fair Trade for All: How Trade Can Promote Development], published by Oxford University Press. Thomas Friedman's latest book is [The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-First Century], published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. Former Nightline anchor Ted Koppel moderated the discussion. After their presentations, the panelists answered audience members' questions. The event was part of the [New York Times] "TimesTalks" series. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192329-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/192329-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Lori Wallach talked about the U.S.-South Korea trade agreement reached the previous week, and she responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. The deal gives the U.S. five years to phase out a 2.5 percent tariff levied on Korean-built cars. According to the [Wall Street Journal], the pact, which still requires legislative approval in both countries, is the largest by value of trade volume anywhere in the world since the NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement) took effect in 1994. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296952-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/296952-4 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Ms. LeBard and Mr. Friedman discussed their book, [The Coming War With Japan], which hypothesizes that increasing economic and political conflicts between the U.S. and Japan will lead to conflict, political or military, in the next two generations. As the U.S.-Soviet conflict dominated the global political scene during the previous two generations, the trade battles between the U.S. and Japan will expand into conflict that will dominate the next two. The authors discussed their work at Dickinson College in Pennsylvania where they teach, their experiences and research that went into the book, and related the book's hypothesis to U.S. policy concerning Japan. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/18335-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/18335-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Thomas Donohue talked about an economic impact study entitled "Opening Markets, Creating Jobs, " which highlighted the number of American jobs created by free trade agreements. Assessing challenges overseas and at home , Donohue addressed the impact of economic nationalism and the threat that the U.S. will be left behind as other nations devise a new architecture for global commerce. He also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293512-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/293512-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Consumer advocate Ralph Nader presents his thoughts on what he considers is the misbehavior of national and international corporations. Mr. Nader examines numerous big businesses that range from the health insurance industry and pharmaceutical corporations to nuclear power and national retail chains. Ralph Nader responded to questions from members of the audience at Busboys & Poets @ 14th & V in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303836-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303836-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT One week after announcing a cease-fire in the Persian Gulf war, and on the evening before Secretary of State James Baker's diplomatic tour of the Middle East, President Bush addressed a joint session of Congress, proclaiming victory in the Persian Gulf war. In his remarks, President Bush said American troops would begin to return from the Persian Gulf region shortly. He also said, however, that the U.S. would maintain diplomatic ties with the situation in the Persian Gulf, and called for the "end of the Arab-Israeli conflict." President Bush also stated that Israel must give up territory gained during the Arab-Israeli wars in return for peace in the region. Without stating a specific plan, he indicated in his remarks that "peacemaking in the Middle East requires compromise." Later in his speech, President Bush called for a new concentration on solving the nation's domestic problems. However, he stated no new legislative proposals for domestic issues. The joint session, called by Speaker Foley after the coalition forces' victory in the Persian Gulf war, was characterized by displays of support for the president: many members of Congress wore American flags on their person, while many Republican members wore yellow buttons with the message, "I voted with the president." President Bush was greeted with a chant of "Bush! Bush! Bush!" upon his entrance. Before introducing the president in the usual manner, Speaker Foley departed from tradition and expressed the support of the Congress for the coalition victory in the Persian Gulf war. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16965-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/16965-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT In the early nineteenth century, multi-millionaire businessman John Jacob Astor developed an expansive fur trade network across the United States. This trade system led to the founding of many Pacific coastal cities like Astoria, Oregon. Established in 1811, it became the first permanent U.S. settlement west of the Rocky Mountains. Historian Rex Ziak shared the history of Astoria's founder, John Jacob Astor, and the business that was thought to have made him the wealthiest man in America at the time of his death in 1848. "John Jacob Astor: The Rise and Fall of His Fur Trade" was a Mark O. Hatfield Distinguished Historians Forum held March 15, 2011, by the Oregon Historical Society at the First Congregation Church in Portland, Oregon. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298516-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298516-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Kurt Eichenwald continued to talk about his book [The Informant: A True Story], published by Broadway Books. The book is about a six-year FBI investigation of an international price-fixing conspiracy by Archer Daniels Midland that focuses on the key informant, Mark Whitacre. Mr. Eichenwald talked about the complications to this mid-1990s scandal when the government discovered that its source, a senior executive at the firm, was involved in his own illegal activity. This is the second part in a two-part program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/160555-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/160555-2 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Niall Ferguson talked about his book [The Ascent of Money: A Financial History of the World] (Penguin Press; November 13, 2008). In his book Mr. Ferguson presents a history of finance. He contends that financial systems are responsible for human progress and recounts the maturation of world finance and the role it has played throughout history from the Italian Renaissance and French Revolution to the American Civil War and the current global financial crisis. The guest interviewer was Adrian Wooldridge, Washington bureau chief for [The Economist]. Niall Ferguson is the author of several books, including [The Pity of War; Empire]; and [The War of the World]. Mr. Ferguson is currently a history professor at Harvard University as well as senior fellow of the Hoover Institution, Stanford University, and senior research fellow of Jesus College, Oxford University. Adrian Wooldridge is the Washington bureau chief for [The Economist]. He has been the magazine's management, British, and West Coast correspondent. Mr. Wooldridge is the co-author of three books, including [The Right Nation: Conservative Power in America]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282364-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282364-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Ro Khanna, a former deputy assistant secretary of commerce in a unit of the International Trade Administration, argued that the U.S. is, and will continue to be, a leader in manufacturing and innovation. Mr.Khanna responded to questions from members of the audeince at Politics and Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307832-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307832-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Buchanan talked about his new book, [The Great Betrayal: How American Sovereignty and Social Justice are Being Sacrificed to the Gods of the Global Economy], published by Little, Brown and Company. He said that trade agreements such as NAFTA and GATT have hurt the middle class in the United States and that exporting jobs to Asia and Mexico is ruining the American dream. Mr. Buchanan was a Republican candidate for president in 1992 and 1996 and may run in 2000. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/103023-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/103023-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Author Philip Auerswald discussed his book, [The Coming Prosperity: How Entrepreneurs Are Transforming the Global Economy]. Mr. Auerswald was interviewed at the "Fall for the Book" festival, held at George Mason University in Fairfax, VA. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308743-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308743-3 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Naomi Klein talked about her book and the current economic crisis and bail out. Jeremy Scahill then talked about his book and the situation in Iraq. They then responded to questions from members of the audience. Naomi Klein is the author of [The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism], published by Metropolitan Books. In her book she argues that in the wake of natural and man-made devastation economic reform is introduced to benefit investors and free market advocates while taking advantage of moments of collective disorientation. Jeremy Scahill is the author of [Blackwater: The Rise of The World's Most Powerful Mercenary Army], published by Nation Books. Since he wrote this book, the Iraqi government has banned Blackwater from operating in Iraq. Included in program 282360-1. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282360-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/282360-3 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Bill Gates testified at a hearing on competitiveness in the global marketplace as it relates to technology. Topics include efforts needed to strengthen U.S. competitiveness in the global marketplace, policies to encourage innovation, and the role of technology in economic growth. In 2008 the Committee on Science and Technology celebrates its 50th anniversary. This hearing highlights that occasion by receiving testimony on the country's technological advances over the past 50 years, the current state of the country's competitiveness, and a look at the challenges ahead. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204399-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/204399-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Andrew Bacevich talked about his book [The Limits of Power: The End of American Exceptionalism] (Metropolitan Books; August 5, 2008). In his book he argues that the United States is headed down the road to ruin because of its willingness to live beyond its means and to engage in endless war to preserve its power. Professor Bacevich says that to reverse the trend, the U.S. must realize the limits of its power and act more responsibly. The guest interviewer was Ivan Eland. Andrew J. Bacevich, a professor of history and international relations at Boston University, retired from the U.S. Army with the rank of colonel. He is the author of [The New American Militarism], among other books. His writing has appeared in [Foreign Affairs, The Atlantic Monthly, The Nation, The New York Times, The Washington Post], and [The Wall Street Journal]. Ivan Eland is a senior fellow at the Independent Institute and director of the Institute's Center on Peace and Liberty. Mr. Eland is most recently the author of [The Empire Has No Clothes: U.S. Foreign Policy Exposed]. On screen date is 10/10/2008. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281909-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/281909-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Professor Ha-Joon Chang talked about his book, [Bad Samaritans:The Myth of Free Trade and the Secret History of Capitalism]. He argued against unregulated international trade. He contended that the gross domestic product (GDP) of many developing countries was higher prior to deregulation and that the pressure of countries such as the United States and Britain to follow this model is false since these countries built their economies with the assistance of government intervention. He responded to audience members' questions. Ha-Joon Chang is a faculty member in Economics at the University of Cambridge. Mr. Chang has been a consultant for several organizations, including the Asian Development Bank, the World Bank and the United Nations. Ha-Joon Chang is the author of numerous books, including [Kicking Away the Ladder: Development Strategy in Historical Perspective.] http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202718-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/202718-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Council of State Governments hosted a panel to discuss America's economic position in the international market at their annual meeting. The U.S., the panelists argued, must redefine its position and deal with floating currency rates. After offering their opinions, the panelists debated each other and answered audience questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/475-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/475-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Two economic historians debated the premises of their books. Professor Frank is the author of [ReOrient: The Global Economy in the Asian Age] published by University of California Press. Professor Landes is the author of [The Wealth and Poverty of Nations: Why Some Are So Rich and Some Are So Poor] published by W.W. Norton. Professor Fowler served as moderator. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116051-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/116051-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Senate Foreign Relations Committee held a hearing on piracy off the Somali coast. Witnesses talked about the proper role of the U.S. government in protecting shipping, particularly of American flagged ships. Captain Richard Phillips, who was held hostage by pirates off the Somali coast for 5 days, called for military protection and armed crew members to thwart attacks in dangerous waters. John Clancey, head of the shipping line that was attacked, said arming and training crew officers would be prohibitively expensive and would result in a potentially deadly arms race with pirates. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285604-101 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285604-101 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT President Obama spoke to his export council. In his remarks he said the recently passed small business bill would help achieve his administration's goal of doubling U.S. exports over five years. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295504-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295504-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner testified on the current global economic crisis and proposed reforms discussed during the Pittsburgh G-20. In his testimony he urged Congress to pass significant regulatory reforms to empower his agency and others to better protect against another economic crisis. He also said that the G-20 would endure for some time and talked about its potential role in financial reforms and encouraging "green" economies. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290065-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/290065-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke talked about the Obama administration's plans to promote U.S. exports. In his remarks he said, "U.S. exports as a percentage of GDP are still well below nearly all of our major economic competitors." He said the administration plans to create an Export Promotion Cabinet, composed of leaders from the U.S. Trade Representative, Small Business Administration, Export Import Bank, and Commerce, State, and Agriculture Departments. Following his remarks, titled "Back to Basics: A Blueprint for Exports-Driven Job Growth," Secretary Locke responded to questions submitted by members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291935-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/291935-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Thomas Friedman talked about his book [The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-First Century], published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. He discussed the successes and discontents of globalization and how governments and societies must adapt to the changes in the global scene. After his presentation he responded to questions and comments from members of the audience. After the discussion, scenes of the book fair along the National Mall were shown before Mr. Friedman was interviewed. Telephone lines were open for viewer questions and comments. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189007-7 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/189007-7 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT John Micklethwait and Adrian Wooldridge talked about their book [God Is Back: How the Global Revival of Faith Is Changing the World] (Penguin Press, April 2009). In their book they explore the history of religion and politics. They argue that while religious fervor and political unrest are reinforcing each other all around the world, religion and modernity can thrive together. Religion with an American emphasis on competition and free choice could channel the rising tide of faith away from volatility and violence as market forces reshape the world. The authors were then joined by Luis Lugo in a discussion moderated by Henry Olsen. The panelists responded to questions from members of the audience. John Micklethwait and Adrian Wooldridge are also the co-authors of [The Company: A Short History of a Revolutionary Idea; A Future Perfect: The Challenge and Promise of Globalization] and [The Witch Doctors: Making Sense of the Management Gurus]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285399-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285399-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Fred Hochburg spoke about objections from some members of Congress to renewing the Export-Import Bank charter on the grounds that it distorts the market and risks taxpayer money. Mr. Hockburg said that efforts to "gut" the organization would hurt U.S. businesses as they compete globally. Following his remarks, White House Adviser Valerie Jarrett talked about the Obama administration's commitment to increasing trade. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305415-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305415-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Francisco Sanchez talked about trade and the global economy following China President Hu Jintao's visit to the U.S. the previous week. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297662-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297662-4 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT The House Financial Services Committee held a hearing on the state of the international financial system, focusing on international regulatory issues relevant to the implementation of financial regulations legislation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295599-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/295599-1 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Daniel Hannan, participating by remote access from London, talked about his criticism of United Kingdom Prime Minister Gordon Brown for his handling of the British economy and the increased government debt. Mr. Hannon responded to telephone calls and electronic mail. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285067-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/285067-3 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT