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. >>> since the united nations foundation created a nothing but nets campaign in 2006, more than 20 partnersd and literally millions of people to raise $20 million. and distribute some 2 million bed nets to children and their families in africa. >> ted turner talking about the united nations foundation's campaign to fight malaria worldwide. ted turner is back with me now. come to that in a moment, ted. what do you think of america's business model at the moment. the reason i ask there's a battle going on now, i think, for the way forward for capitalism in america. where it's incumbent on successful american companies who have global sales to bring jobs back to america to open factories here, not in china and so on. and he was eluding as much to companies like apple who has ten times as many now as china and america. what do you think of the sense of moral capitalism? >> i'm working so hard on the environment and survival issues that the financial issues and a lot of other areas, you can't be an expert on everything. and i'm not an expert on finance. i believe that we should be doing business
. >>> since the united nations foundation created a nothing but nets campaign in 2006, more than 20 partnersd and literally millions of people to raise $20 million. and distribute some 2 million bed nets to children and their families in africa. >> ted turner talking about the united nations foundation's campaign to fight malaria worldwide. ted turner is back with me now. come to that in a moment, ted. what do you think of america's business model at the moment. the reason i ask...
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. >>> the united nations foundation created nothing but nets campaign in 2006, more than 20 partners have joined and literally millions of people raised $20 billion. in this tribute, some two million bed nets to children and their families in africa. >> ted turner talking about the united nations foundation's campaign to fight malaria worldwide. ted turner is back to me now. let me come back to that in a moment. what do you think america's business model is at the moment? there's a battle going on now, i think, for the way forward for capitalism in america. outlining what they call a new sense of moral capitalism, where successful american companies who have global sales to bring jobs back to america, to open factories here and not in china and so on. i think he was alluding to companies like apple who have ten times as many employees in china than in america. what do you think of that concept? >> i'm working so hard on the environment and nuclear weapons and the survival issues that the financial issues and a lot of other areas, you can't be an expert on everything. and i'm not an e
. >>> the united nations foundation created nothing but nets campaign in 2006, more than 20 partners have joined and literally millions of people raised $20 billion. in this tribute, some two million bed nets to children and their families in africa. >> ted turner talking about the united nations foundation's campaign to fight malaria worldwide. ted turner is back to me now. let me come back to that in a moment. what do you think america's business model is at the moment? there's...
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united nations can be for the u.n. and for the people. thank you, sir. >> good governance one is for the priorities of the united nations, for all of law. these are foundations for maintaining peace and stability particularly this devotee. when they are corrupt practices within the country or in the region, then these leaders lose their credibility and confidence and trust among people. that is what we have seen around the world in many countries. people are speaking out against the leaders but we have to admit the reality that's still there are many such practices being done and i've been very straightforward and very direct of those leaders who we believe that there's a serious governance issue on many occasions are they ready to provide one to you the progress is broken. this is just waste at the bottom of this eliminate corruptive practices to come back to the defiance of the voices the general tolerance but what about your brothers and all these families? i have been speaking very vocally directly to those leaders but as a matter of policy of the united nations as a way of enhancing good governance, we will continue to fight such corruptive practices bu
united nations can be for the u.n. and for the people. thank you, sir. >> good governance one is for the priorities of the united nations, for all of law. these are foundations for maintaining peace and stability particularly this devotee. when they are corrupt practices within the country or in the region, then these leaders lose their credibility and confidence and trust among people. that is what we have seen around the world in many countries. people are speaking out against the...
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she served as a chief operating officer for the united nations foundation, and has served on the national security council under two presidents. so we could not be more grateful for making time to visit with us today. and after we have the remarks, our very own jim lewis will moderate a q&a session where we bring you into the conversation, and i think i already warn deputy secretary lived that jim may have some stories of zone during his q&a session, so i forewarned you, the conversation will be interesting. so again, welcome, thank you, and my colleague, jim lewis has been such a stalwart for this project. and take it away, commissioner malmstrom on that note. thank you. >> thank you very much for that introduction. it was a good introduction. and a good, i could agree on this, ladies and gentlemen, a very good morning. i'm extremely honored to be here today. of course, i didn't hesitate a moment when i was asked to come to washington, and when i saw that csis was one of the organizers, that brought very fond memories when i was here 18 years ago. industry and i think. so i want to thank
she served as a chief operating officer for the united nations foundation, and has served on the national security council under two presidents. so we could not be more grateful for making time to visit with us today. and after we have the remarks, our very own jim lewis will moderate a q&a session where we bring you into the conversation, and i think i already warn deputy secretary lived that jim may have some stories of zone during his q&a session, so i forewarned you, the...
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. >>> you hear of the national press club, waiting for the start of a freestate foundation forum about international proposals to transfer control of the internet over to the united nations. among some of the new regulatory proposals, the u.n. would gain control over cyber security, data privacy and the web's address system. we'll hear from fcc commissioner robert mcdowell, who has expressed opposition to the plan and the idea has also received criticisms from both sides of the aisle in congress. the household holds a hearing o this subject tomorrow. the event is about to get under way in about half an hour, 12:15. until then, we'll bring you a discussion from this morning's washington journal with s.e. cupp. we'll join this live as soon as it starts. >>> we continue our six-day series, spotlight on columnists this morning with s.e. cupp. we kicked things off on saturday with mona cherin. sunday, we had colby king of the washington post. monday, matt lewis with the day caller. and today at the daily news. s.e. cupp from new york, good morning. thanks for being here. >> good morning. thanks for having me. >> here is what you got in the new york daily new this is m
. >>> you hear of the national press club, waiting for the start of a freestate foundation forum about international proposals to transfer control of the internet over to the united nations. among some of the new regulatory proposals, the u.n. would gain control over cyber security, data privacy and the web's address system. we'll hear from fcc commissioner robert mcdowell, who has expressed opposition to the plan and the idea has also received criticisms from both sides of the aisle...
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section 30102-c of title 51, united states code, is amended. national science foundation, research and related activities, $5,942,693,000 to remain available until september 30, 2014. the chair: for what purpose does the gentleman from arizona rise? mr. flake: i have an amendment at the desk. the chair: the clerk will report the amendment. the clerk: amendment offered by mr. flake of arizona. page 68, line 14, after the dollar amount insert, reduced by $1,09,453,000. page 69, line 8, after the dollar amount, insert, reduced by $29,320,000. page 69, line 19, after the dollar amount insert, reduced by -- mr. flake: i ask unanimous consent to dispose of the reading. the chair: the clerk will suspend. without objection, so ordered. the gentleman from arizona is recognized for five minutes. mr. flake: thank you, madam chair. this amendment would return national science foundation funding to its pre-stimulus level and would save the taxpayers about $1.2 billion. just before voting against the stimulus bill a while ago, i stood in this same chamber and stated what i thought was
section 30102-c of title 51, united states code, is amended. national science foundation, research and related activities, $5,942,693,000 to remain available until september 30, 2014. the chair: for what purpose does the gentleman from arizona rise? mr. flake: i have an amendment at the desk. the chair: the clerk will report the amendment. the clerk: amendment offered by mr. flake of arizona. page 68, line 14, after the dollar amount insert, reduced by $1,09,453,000. page 69, line 8, after the...
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nation. we want to get vacant units rehabilitated. the mayor has been helping us. home depot foundation has said they might like to cwork with out. and we have va homeless housing. and we were the nubmer one -- number one rated application out of 440 in the nation. we're doing some great things in san francisco. there are a lot of ideas and a lot of different things. you might have ideas. peer to peer, listening to individuals who have been homeless is one of the most important things. we're looking at using 3114 shelter reservations so people do not have to line up at 3 and 4 in the morning. be part of the hope and give a share ideas and i am pleased to recognize and give the mike to our leader, mayor ed lee. [applause] >> thank you. good morning. are you ready? thank you for being here this morning. i want to thank bevan and cara and volunteers. every time i come, there is a lot of smiles on their faces. because you are doing what san franciscans have always traditionally done. with people -- when people are in need, we come out and help. will lead with our hearts. this is why i am so
nation. we want to get vacant units rehabilitated. the mayor has been helping us. home depot foundation has said they might like to cwork with out. and we have va homeless housing. and we were the nubmer one -- number one rated application out of 440 in the nation. we're doing some great things in san francisco. there are a lot of ideas and a lot of different things. you might have ideas. peer to peer, listening to individuals who have been homeless is one of the most important things. we're...
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. >> enhancing good governance is what the priorities of the united nations, rule all block. these are foundations -- rule all law. - rule of law. >when the leaders are corrupt and there are corrupt practices in the region or country, these leaders lose their credibility and confidence and trust among people. that is what we have seen around the world in many countries. people are speaking out against corrupt leaders. we have to admit the reality that still there are many such corrupted practices being done. therefore, i have been very straightforward and very direct against those leaders who we believe there is serious governance issues. on many occasions, i have been saying that the international community is ready to provide support to you. when the bottom of this glass is broken, what is the use to keep pouring in water. ? this is just a waste. we must fix the bottom of this and eliminate corruptive practices. then they will always come back to me with defiant voices. what about your brothers and all these families? i have been speaking very vocally and directly to those leaders. as a matter o
. >> enhancing good governance is what the priorities of the united nations, rule all block. these are foundations -- rule all law. - rule of law. >when the leaders are corrupt and there are corrupt practices in the region or country, these leaders lose their credibility and confidence and trust among people. that is what we have seen around the world in many countries. people are speaking out against corrupt leaders. we have to admit the reality that still there are many such...
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united nations charter in 1945. today, we are making history erosity and support of mr. and mrs. stephen bechtel. with a grant of $1.5 million -- [applause] from there foundation and in honoring charlotte and george shultz, we are that much closer to fulfilling the original vision of the war memorial complex, which was to include a moral right in his courtyard. as a small token of our city's appreciation, i am pleased to present to you a certificate of honor. i know it is not worth $1.5 million, but maybe the personality of me added with willie brown comes close. if i may present to you, on behalf of the city, our great certificate of honor and a gracious personal thanks for your contribution. [applause] >> it is very kind of you. >> thank you. mayor lee: the bechtels generously gave their contribution, and together with that gift, it is only appropriate that the war memorial trustees also decided to recognize charlotte and george by renaming this carriage drive in their honor. charlotte and george, for your dedication to both veterans and the arts, embody the war memorial's founding purpose as a cultural center and a lasting dedication to the men and women of
united nations charter in 1945. today, we are making history erosity and support of mr. and mrs. stephen bechtel. with a grant of $1.5 million -- [applause] from there foundation and in honoring charlotte and george shultz, we are that much closer to fulfilling the original vision of the war memorial complex, which was to include a moral right in his courtyard. as a small token of our city's appreciation, i am pleased to present to you a certificate of honor. i know it is not worth $1.5...
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nations on 14th according to the standard that's used by former president clinton but when you look at the private charities that the united states provides, namely the churches of the education's foundationsand the kind of plans that are made to the nations, we are by far the most generous nation in the world. that argument is very rarely made if ever all and i wonder if he would comment. >> i think that you have answered your own question. it's not true what they say because -- i would add private individuals gave and all these people go to these countries and do missionary work. what right does my government have to forcibly take money from me and have my government give money to other countries? so, i would say ron paul is right. we should cut it to zero and the age should be given to private individuals that want to come and americans are uniquely generous that way. it's funny churches tell people to tie the 10% rates, and americans are the most generous but even in america people don't give 10% of their income that average is closer to two or 3% rate in south america and europe they did not even 1% but americans are more generous than anybody. >> when you said is the basis of your bo
nations on 14th according to the standard that's used by former president clinton but when you look at the private charities that the united states provides, namely the churches of the education's foundationsand the kind of plans that are made to the nations, we are by far the most generous nation in the world. that argument is very rarely made if ever all and i wonder if he would comment. >> i think that you have answered your own question. it's not true what they say because -- i would...
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foundation event. thanks again. >> we get more on this topic now as the house energy and commerce subcommittee convene as hearing on whether the united nations should oversee international internet regulations. witnesses include robert mcdowell and deputy assistant secretary of state phillip verveer. they will review potential consequences of recent proposals backed by china, russia, brazil and india. u.n. member states will vote on the plan at the conference on international telecommunications in dubai. this hearing should get under way in a moment and it's live here on c-span 3. >>>. >>> good morning. i want to welcome our witnesses and appreciate their testimony today. this is the subcommittee on communications and technology and our hearing on international proposals to regulate the internet. nationings from across the globe will meet at a united nations forum in dubai the end of this year and if we're not vigil lent just might break the internet by subjecting it to an international regulatory regime designed for old fashioned telephone service. the internet is the single largest engine of global change since the printsing press, from it
foundation event. thanks again. >> we get more on this topic now as the house energy and commerce subcommittee convene as hearing on whether the united nations should oversee international internet regulations. witnesses include robert mcdowell and deputy assistant secretary of state phillip verveer. they will review potential consequences of recent proposals backed by china, russia, brazil and india. u.n. member states will vote on the plan at the conference on international...