WASHINGTON, May 19, 2011 — /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Following is a schedule of upcoming luncheons at the National Press Club. Luncheon tickets are open to the public except where noted as “members and guests only.” Credentialed press may cover Luncheons and Newsmakers. Events listed are subject to last-minute changes. Space may be reserved at any NPC Luncheon by calling 202-662-7501. To save time and avoid waiting in line, tickets can be paid for in advance by using a credit card or putting tickets on a house account if there is a credit card on file with the Club. Reservations are not required for Newsmakers, unless otherwise noted.
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May 20, 2011Richard Trumka, President, AFL-CIOTOPIC: Trumka will discuss recent efforts to curb collective bargaining rights in several states, including Wisconsin and Ohio. He also will discuss the political outlook for the 2012 elections, and the impact of austerity budgets on local, state and federal workers.
May 26, 2011Juan Williams, Political commentator and Fox News ContributorTOPIC: TBD
******May 27, 2011 – THIS EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE IN THE HOLEMAN LOUNGEDeMaurice Smith, Executive Director, NFL Players AssociationTOPIC: TBD
******June 14, 2011 – THIS EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE IN THE HOLEMAN LOUNGEBrent Scowcroft, former United States National Security Advisor under Presidents Gerald Ford and George H. W. BushGerald Ford Journalism AwardsTOPIC: TBD
June 30, 2011 – THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD IN THE HOLEMAN LOUNGENPC Members and one guest onlyGary Sinise, Oscar-nominated actor TOPIC: Mr. Sinise will announce the formation of The Gary Sinise Foundation, a charity dedicated to raising funds for charities supporting the military.
******July 13, 2011Ted Leonsis, Owner, The Washington CapitalsTOPIC: TBD
July 15, 2011Tim Armstrong, Chairman and CEO, AOL and Arianna Huffington, President and Editor in Chief, The Huffington PostTOPIC: TBD
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