http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/23361 Roberta Achtenberg's recent appearances from the C-SPAN networks 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, 22 May 2013 20:50:30 GMT C-SPAN Person Recent Appearances http://www.c-spanvideo.org/videoLibrary/showPicture.php?personid=23361&width=130 http://www.c-spanvideo.org/person/23361 136 728 Head shot of {$person->name} The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights held a briefing in preparation for an annual report, 2013 Statutory Enforcement Report: Sexual Assault in the Military, to assess the efforts of the Department of Defense to ensure justice in the military's investigations of sexual assault allegations, its discipline of perpetrators, and its efforts to address and reduce discrimination against women in the military.  http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310331-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310331-3 Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:30:15 GMT The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights held a briefing in preparation for an annual report, 2013 Statutory Enforcement Report: Sexual Assault in the Military, to assess the efforts of the Department of Defense to ensure justice in the military's investigations of sexual assault allegations, its discipline of perpetrators, and its efforts to address and reduce discrimination against women in the military.*The second panel comprised academics scholars. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310331-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310331-2 Sat, 12 Jan 2013 04:54:17 GMT The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights held a briefing in preparation for an annual report, [2013 Statutory Enforcement Report: Sexual Assault in the Military], to assess the efforts of the Department of Defense to ensure justice in the military's investigations of sexual assault allegations, its discipline of perpetrators, and its efforts to address and reduce discrimination against women in the military. The first panel, "Perspective of Victim and Accused," was of representatives of victims and accused offenders. Commissioners Kirsanow and Yaki participated by telephone. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310331-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310331-1 Sat, 12 Jan 2013 03:19:09 GMT The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights heard from scholars and civil rights on eminent domain abuses. The Justice Department recently brought a lawsuit against the city of Joliet, Illinois, accusing public officials of trying to reduce its number of black residents by using eminent domain to seize a federally subsidized housing development. Eminent domain is the right of the government to take private property for public use. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301022-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301022-1 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:02:30 GMT Panelists discussed the role of the federal government, states, and local school boards in anti-bullying programs. Tammy Aaberg spoke about her son, who killed himself due to bullying because he was gay. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299507-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299507-4 Tue, 17 May 2011 16:56:00 GMT Panelists discussed bullying based on race, disability, or religion. Topics included the need for federal law on bullying and First Amendment issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299507-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299507-3 Mon, 16 May 2011 15:09:08 GMT Advocates, psychologists and lawyers discussed bullying due to sexual orientation and gender. Among the topics they addressed were incidents of bullying in schools, school programs to reduce the impact of bullying, and the role of the federal government on anti-bullying efforts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299507-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299507-2 Sat, 14 May 2011 02:12:48 GMT Education and Justice Department staff talked about anti-bullying efforts at the federal and state level. They also talked about current anti-bullying laws. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299507-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299507-1 Sat, 14 May 2011 01:02:09 GMT In the first part of the opening session of the Democratic National Convention in Boston, Democratic lawmakers and convention officials conducted convention business such as credentialing delegates, presenting the party platform, and talked about Democratic policy issues and how Senator John Kerry's would implement his policies in the white House. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182717-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182717-1 Mon, 26 Jul 2004 20:00:19 GMT The Democratic National Committee held its third hearing on their party's 2004 national platform at the Indian School in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The previous hearing had been cancelled due to the death of President Reagan and some of those topics were included. The committee focused on the U.S. economy, specifically small businesses, jobs and taxes. They also discussed health care and education. The first panel discussed jobs, manufacturing, and trade policy. The second panel discussed small businesses, focusing on the costs of healthcare coverage. Then there were discussions of agriculture policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182372-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182372-1 Tue, 29 Jun 2004 17:36:22 GMT The Democratic National Committee held its third hearing on their party's 2004 national platform at the Indian School in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The previous hearing had been cancelled due to the death of President Reagan and some of those panels were included. The committee focused on the U.S. economy, specifically small businesses, jobs and taxes. They also discussed health care and education. After testimony from Dr. Maxey on healthcare their were panels on trade, income, and the economy. After Dr. Simmons testified about healthcare there were two panels on healthcare. After Professor Comer testified about education there was a panel on education. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182372-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182372-2 Fri, 02 Jul 2004 07:26:22 GMT The Democratic Platform Drafting Committee held a hearing at Louisiana State University. Witnesses testified regarding national security, foreign policy, and related issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182227-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182227-1 Fri, 11 Jun 2004 08:18:55 GMT Witnesses testified regarding homeland security, first responders, and related issues. There is a brief interruption in this program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182033-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/182033-1 Thu, 27 May 2004 05:31:13 GMT The committee worked on an initial draft of the Democratic Party platform prior to next month's Democratic national convention in Chicago. Governor Miller chaired the meeting. The document is divided into sections such as "Equal Opportunity," "Responsibility," and "Security and Peace." It also emphasizes the accomplishments of the Clinton administration. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73526-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73526-1 Sat, 13 Jul 1996 06:02:00 GMT In the evening session, citizens and representatives of various organizations testified about various social issues, including education, urban issues and health care. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/74498-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/74498-1 Tue, 20 Aug 1996 14:01:00 GMT In the first afternoon session, citizens and representatives of various organizations testified about crime, violence and other domestic issues, as well as national security. Democratic congressional leaders testified from Washington via satellite about the Families First agenda. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73662-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73662-1 Thu, 11 Jul 1996 00:53:29 GMT In the morning session, members of the Democratic National Committee's Platform Committee heard testimony from citizens and representatives of various organizations about various issues, including economic development, education, health care, Social Security and other domestic issues. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73506-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/73506-1 Sun, 14 Jul 1996 08:56:00 GMT Current news events and political issues were examined through reviews of the morning newspapers; interviews with journalists, newsmakers and legislators; and viewer telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. In the first segment, Mr. Nelson talked about current headlines, including the congressional agenda and President Clinton's trip to Asia. In the newspaper roundtable, Ms. Achtenberg and Mr. Woodson talked current headlines and other issues, including urban development. In the final segment, Secretary Babbitt talked about environmental issues and criticized Republicans in Congress for trying to undo existing environmental protection programs. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/71219-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Call-In http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/71219-1 Sun, 14 Apr 1996 12:00:00 GMT Candidates took questions from a panel of three reporters and videotaped questions from citizens on issues such as crime, welfare and homelessness. The lesser known candidates also gave brief videotaped speeches. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67971-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/67971-1 Sat, 28 Oct 1995 04:02:00 GMT Committee members heard testimony on HUD security contracts and the Nation of Islam's role in public housing. The panel is investigating whether the Nation of Islam is violating federal laws against discrimination and against members recruiting for the Nation of Islam while on patrol. Security programs operated by the Nation of Islam have been credited with reducing crime rates in some of the nations worst public housing projects. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/63656-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) House Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/63656-1 Sun, 05 Mar 1995 23:29:00 GMT Several federal officials charged with enforcing civil rights laws outlined the actions their departments are taking in response to the needs and concerns of the hispanic community. After their remarks, the panelists took questions of the audience. This was part of a three day meetin sponsored by the National Council of La Raza, a Hispanic advocacy group. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/62405-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/62405-1 Tue, 27 Dec 1994 14:38:00 GMT A congressional committee convened to hear testimony concerning discrimination by insurance companies. The Senate BankingCommittee met Wednesday to discuss allegations of insurance company discrimination against minority homeowners. Testifying at the hearing are Assistant Housing Secretary Roberta Achtenberg and Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, Deval Patrick. The hearing focused on a report released by the National Fair Housing Alliance. The report documented widespread discrimination by insurance companies against minority homeowners. The Alliance examined insurance practices in Chicago, Atlanta, Milwaukee and Louisville, KY. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/56712-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Senate Committee http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/56712-1 Mon, 16 May 1994 06:02:00 GMT Assistant Secretary Achtenberg described HUD's response to the California earthquake last month. She also talked about the integration of public housing developments around the country, as well as possible consequences of the HUD budget changes in the proposed federal budget. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/54497-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Interview http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/54497-1 Fri, 11 Feb 1994 03:08:00 GMT Participants discussed the importance of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The presentation included a film and a song demonstrating the need for low income housing. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/53905-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/53905-1 Thu, 20 Jan 1994 07:09:00 GMT Assistant Secretary Achtenberg spoke about empowering minorities and low income Americans to secure fair housing. She also discussed Housing and Urban Development Department goals of coordinating programs to speed up efforts to solve housing problems in the U.S. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/44964-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/44964-1 Tue, 13 Jul 1993 07:50:00 GMT The newly sworn-in Assistant Secretary for Fair Housing and Civil Rights Roberta Achtenberg gave the keynote address at the 16th annual meeting of the National Association of Protection and Advocacy Systems. In her remarks, Assistant Secretary Achtenberg praised the work of HUD Secretary Cisneros and outlined the agenda of the department regarding the rights of the disabled in attaining housing. Her nomination had been hotly debated in the Senate during the previous month due to her sexual orientation. Mr. Manderscheid spoke after her on the Center for Mental Health Services. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/42249-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/42249-1 Sat, 05 Jun 1993 00:41:00 GMT The majority platform reports on the second evening of the 1992 Democratic National Convention included reports on issues in four broad areas: Opportunity, Responsibility, Community and National Security. The speakers gave brief summations of the party platform's positions on issues within the broader categories. Scenes of the delegates and the convention hall were interspersed with scenes of the speakers during the platform reports. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/27090-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Public Affairs Event http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/27090-1 Tue, 14 Jul 1992 21:49:31 GMT