Press conference announcing the creation of the John C. Stennis Institute on Government. Senator Stennis talks about his vision for the Institute and how it will impact students at Mississippi State University. This recording was transferred from...
John C. Stennis (D) MS; Former Secretary of State Dean Rusk.
Introduction of the John C. Stennis Forum on Politics. Panelists include Former Maine Representative Margaret Chase Smith; Mississippi Senator John C. Stennis; Former Secretary of State Dean Rusk. Panelists answer questions on world politics. This...
1- Last week, the Secretary of Defense proposed more changes to the structure of the U.S.S military. It includes reducing the number of aircraft carriers and air force fighter air wings. What kind of effect could this have on military bases in...
Veterans Nursing Homes. Health Care Reform. Haiti. Cuba.
1- The State Legislature, in its special session in august, provided additional funding need to build Mississippi’s three new state veterans nursing homes. You said you were confident the Federal government could also come up with its additional...
1- You attended the Pearl Harbor ceremonies last weekend marking the 50th anniversary of V-J Day and the official end of World War II. What were your impressions of these events and why were they important?; 2- This week the House of...
Hussein, Saddam. National Guard Association. American Legion Convention.
1- Congressman, the President recently called for a military air strike against Saddam Hussein in Iraq. What do you think of this?; 2- You recently delivered a speech before the National Guard Association. What were some of your main points?; 3-...
Armed Services Committee. Gays in the Military. Somalia. Clinton, Bill. Health Care Reform.
1- The House approved legislation that the Armed Services Committee had passed earlier regarding the issue of gays in the military. What do you think of this new policy?; 2- The House this week passed and amendment to the Defense bill that...
National Guard. Haiti. Health Care Reform. Women in Combat.
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1- Three Mississippi Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve units were involved in the military operation in Haiti and one unit still has personnel on active duty. What are the details on this?; 2- It was announced this week...
Montgomery GI Education Bill. Appropriations Bills. National Highway Bill.
1- Some changes are being considered to the Montgomery GI Education bill as a way to cut spending. You have concerns about the proposal. What are the details on it?; 2- As we near the end of the fiscal year this weekend, there is some optimism...
Golden Bulldog Award. Challenge Program. Immigration Bill.
1- Congratulations Congressman on receiving the Watch Dog of the Treasury Award. How were you selected for this honor?; 2- I understand that the Challenge program has been very successful. Can you tell us a little about it?; 3- What are the...
1- You met last week with the head of the Air Force’s Air Mobility command about the future of the C-141 mission at the Ari National Guard facility in Rankin county. What did you learn?; 2- There is another constitutional crisis in Russia as it...
Carter, Jimmy. Haiti. National Guard. Cost of Living Adjustment.
1- A high-level U.S. delegation led by former President Carter worked out a deal to avoid our having to invade Haiti earlier this week. What was your reaction to those developments?
2- What are the concerns your have about the Haiti situation?
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Government Spending. Meridian Fish Hatchery. Military Appropriations.
1- It appears the President and Congressional leaders are going to work together to avoid the scenario of the government running out of money at the end of the fiscal year on September 30, the so called “train wreck.” Are you confident the...
1- Congressman, last week was your tribute dinner sponsored by Mississippi State University. How did it go?; 2- I understand that President Clinton has asked that the Defense Bill be cut to support additional domestic spending. What do you think...
1- Israeli and Palestinian Liberation Organization leaders were at the White House this week to sign a historic peace treaty. You were at the ceremony. What are your impressions of this development?
1- You were one of those who delivered eulogies at the funeral of former Mississippi Congressman Jamie Whitten. What did you say about your colleague?; 2- How will Mr. Whitten be remembered in Mississippi?; 3- There has been some talk that the...
1- It appears the administration is planning to approve a military invasion of the Caribbean country of Haiti, perhaps in the next few days. What are your thoughts on such an action?; 2- Should Congress have a chance to vote on this before an...
Rayetheon Aerospace. National Federation of Independent Business. Veteran Affairs Medical Center.
1- Congressman, I understand that Raytheon Aerospace will be relocating to Madison Mississippi. What will it mean for the area?; 2- What do you think of the President’s decision to approve the Defense Authorization Bill?; 3- I understand that...
1- You and I both agree that it costs too much money to run for Congress these days and that we need to reform the system. The question is how to do it. What are your thoughts on how we reform our campaign laws?; 2- One of the concerns many of us...
Appropriations Bill. Taxes. G. I. Bill. Defense Authorization Bill. National Guard. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Hurricane.
1- Less than a month remains in this session of Congress. What do you think are the priorities that have to be passed before adjournment?; 2- The Senate is expected to pass its version of the Defense Authorization next week and then House-Senate...
