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- Jamie Monson, professor of History and Director of the African Studies Center at Michigan State University, presents a discussion entitled, "Putting Two Continents on Track: African and Chinese Railroad Builders during the Cold War". Monson discusses the historical context of the relationship between Africa and China beginning with the construction of the TAZARRA Railway connecting Tanzania to Zambia, a pan-African project which China was deeply involved with. She focuses her history by exploring the labor conditions experienced by the laborers building the railway and uses clips from oral histories she has collected to illuminate her arguments. Monson answers questions from the audience. She is introduced by John Beck, professor of Human Resources and Labor Relations. Part of the "Our Daily Work/Our Daily Lives" Brown Bag series sponsored by the MSU African and Asian Studies Centers, the MSU School of Human Resources and Labor Relations and the MSU Museum. Held in the MSU Museum auditorium.
- Date Issued:
- 2017-01-23T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- At a press conference, answers questions about China, taxes, aid to Nicaragua, Rep. Gephardt, aid to Panama, interest rates and Alan Greenspans tenure at the "Fed", the Rostenkowski budget proposal, his own rating in the public opinion polls, alleged telephone call to Irans Rafsanjani, Gorbachevs new extended powers, Japan, the professional baseball strike, the Texas gubernatorial primaries, marijhuana use, disarmament talks, disagreements between the intelligence and defense officers on Russian "sincerity."
- Date Issued:
- 1990-03-13T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Carter discusses relations with Mexico, Iran, Taiwan, China, Russia, Middle East, and energy, taxes, federal debt, and oil companies.
- Date Issued:
- 1979-02-12T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Bill Clinton, in his first electronic Town Meeting since he took office, answers questions about Travelgate, the environment, the age of his staff, programs for poor children, China, the $200 haircut, the economy, his infatuation with Hollywood, cutting entitlements, cutting aerospace, gays in the military, health insurance, the homeless, and Chelsea's private school. On the "Morning Show."
- Date Issued:
- 1993-05-27T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
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- Admiral Ellis M. Zacharias discusses his experiences during World War II and his opinions on current world politics in an interview. Zacharias says that there is no imminent or inevitable war coming, in his opinion, and argues that if the communist revolution in China succeeds they will not be influenced by Russia. Zacharias also describes his role in softening Japanese attitudes towards surrender through psychological warfare by focusing on the Japanese Navy.
- Date Issued:
- 1949-03-09T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- An interdisciplinary panel composed of Michigan State University faculty participates in a discussion entitled "Seeing China." Panelists discuss their individual work on the topic of China and speak to the ways their work collectively addresses the impact of China's resurgence around the world through issues such as economic influence, cultural influence, ecology, sustainability, and population growth. Panelists include: Professor Jiaguo Qi, Assistant Professor Pamela Rasmussen, Professor Howard Bossen, Associate Professor Simei Qing, and Associate Professor Andrea Louie. MSU Honors College Dean Cynthia Jackson-Elmoore convenes the session and moderates questions from the audience. Part of the series "Sharper Focus/Wider Lens" sponsored by the MSU Honors College part of "The China experience: an MSU exploration of arts & culture." Held in the MSU Student Union.
- Date Issued:
- 2015-11-16T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Henry Kissinger discusses his forthcoming trip to China detente his reputation for secretiveness grain and oil deals with Iron Curtain countries. Broadcast on NBC-TV October 12, 1975. On Meet the Press with Robert Keatley Clifton Daniel Peter Lisagor Lawrence Spivak and Richard Valeriani.
- Date Issued:
- 1975-10-12T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Obama announces new efforts to end subsidies for Chinese auto parts exports during a campaign event in Cincinnati, OH. Obama declares the election is about a "fundamentally different vision for the country." He challenges the Romney-Ryan campaign saying they simply want to bring back Bush era policies.
- Date Issued:
- 2012-09-17T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- Professor Anping Qiu from Beijing University in China, talks about the Michigan State University Libraries' copy of an eight volume dictionary published around 1573, during the Ming Dynasty. He discusses various book forms and styles, printing and editions, paper and binding, and other aspects of book production in China. In Chinese. Introduction given by MSU Librarian Xian Wu. Part of the MSU Libraries' Colloquia Series co-sponsored by the MSU Asian Studies Center and held at the MSU Main Library.
- Date Issued:
- 2012-10-25T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
- Description:
- President Donald Trump speaks to reporters after meeting with congressional leaders at the White House to discuss border security funding and the ongoing government shutdown. Trump says that negotiations with congressional Democrats have been productive and that he hopes that the two sides can come to an agreement. He also answers questions about trade relations with China and Mexico, and impeachment. Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen, Congressmen Kevin McCarthy and Steve Scalise, and Vice President Pence also speak. Held in the White House Rose Garden.
- Date Issued:
- 2019-01-04T00:00:00Z
- Data Provider:
- Michigan State University. Libraries
- Collection:
- G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection