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Things to do in DC for July 4

July 2, 2013 newadminuser

By Mary Morgan What better way to spend America’s birthday than in its capital? There is nothing more patriotic place to celebrate the most patriotic day. Million dollar fireworks, musical performances, lavish parties, rooftop […]

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Ambassador of Lithuania on U.S.-Lithuanian Relationship

June 27, 2013 newadminuser

Lithuanian Ambassador Zygimantas Pavilionas told Qorvis’ Focus Washington that American freedom inspired generations of his countrymen and particularly sustained the country from 1940 to 1990, when it was part of the Soviet Union. It may […]

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Slovenian Ambassador discusses the European Union

June 24, 2013 newadminuser

“We have to give up some of our national sovereignty if we want a fiscal union.” Balkan nation quickly became active player in EU, NATO, UN after independence Slovenian Ambassador to the United States Roman […]

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Much to love in Roundabout’s ‘Anything Goes’ at Kennedy Center.

June 21, 2013 Trevor Dugan

What a delight it must have been to be among those in the Broadway theater on the 1934 opening night of Cole Porter’s joyous musical “Anything Goes.” Lucky for us, it isn’t necessary to let […]

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Ambassador of Libya discusses Syrian conflict

June 15, 2013 newadminuser

The Ambassador of Libya opened up to Chuck Conconi about the state of the Syrian conflict, Gaddafi’s impact on the U.S.-Libyan relationship, and Libya today. Libya‘s ambassador to the United States said the international community […]

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Hon. Mark Kennedy on the Modern Republican Party

June 13, 2013 newadminuser

How is the Republican party holding up in the modern political world? Is the House Speaker John Boehner stuck in an impossible situation with the Tea Party? Will we see a resolution with the Immigration […]

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18th Annual Blues Festival hits Arlington

June 12, 2013 newadminuser

Guest post by Lauren Hiznay Music is a great way to celebrate the warm weather and sunshine in DC – and so are free events. Coming up this weekend is Arlington’s 18th annual Columbia […]

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The Benghazi Investigation

June 6, 2013 newadminuser

Ambassador Thomas Pickering — former undersecretary of state for political affairs and chairman of the Benghazi Accountability Review Board — discusses the Benghazi investigation, the conflict in Syria and Iran’s nuclear program with Nicholas Kralev.

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Review: The Real Thing

June 5, 2013 newadminuser

This review originally appeared in Washington Life Magazine. It was posted online June 4, 2013. REVIEW: Despite flawed Studio production, Tom Stoppard’s ‘The Real Thing’ endures. By Chuck Conconi

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DC Farmers Markets Guide

May 20, 2013 newadminuser

One of the great parts of the summer season is fresh, local DC farmers markets. Here is your comprehensive guide to finding them. […]

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The importance of foreign policy in the 2016 election

May 9, 2013 newadminuser

Preparation for the next presidential election has already begun. In the latest episode of Focus Washington, Chuck sits down with Will Dempster, Vice President of Qorvis GeoPolitical Solutions.

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KRG President’s Chief of Staff on KRG’s relationship with the U.S.

April 23, 2013 newadminuser

Dr. Fuad Hussein, chief of staff to President Barzani of the Kurdistan Regional Government, talks to host Chuck Conconi on the occasion of an official delegation visit to Washington, D.C. He addresses the strength and […]

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President Obama’s trip to Israel

March 20, 2013 newadminuser

Qorvis’ GeoPolitical Solutions vice president, Will Dempster, discusses President Obama’s trip to Israel – the first during his candidacy. This historic trip raises questions such as how the U.S.-Israeli relationship has changed, and whether Israelis […]

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Coalition for Fair Transmission Policy discusses congressional interest in electric transmission

March 19, 2013 newadminuser

Sue Sheridan, president and chief counsel of the Coalition for Fair Transmission Policy, is interviewed by host Chuck Conconi on Sen. Murkowski’s energy blueprint and other developments that could lead to Capitol Hill activity on […]

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Dual Review: Good People and Metamorphoses at Arena Stage

March 4, 2013 newadminuser

By Chuck Conconi Arena Stage has two successful plays in performance: a traditional, artful and moving Good People by David Lindsay-Abaire, and Metamorphoses, a gimmicky take on a waterlogged interpretation of Ovid by Mary Zimmerman. […]

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The Hill’s Bob Cusack on Obama’s second term

February 22, 2013 newadminuser

Bob Cusack, the managing editor of The Hill, discusses what Obama’s second term will produce, and how his leadership style has shifted since his first term.

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Ai Weiwei According To What?

February 21, 2013 newadminuser

By Mary Morgan I have visited the Ai WeiWei exhibit twice so far, and plan to go one more time before it closes its doors on Sunday. If you are new to the name, […]

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Qorvis’ Speech Expert on the State of the Union

February 14, 2013 newadminuser

The State of the Union is the speech with the highest profile and the shortest shelf-life in American politics. It is the most-watched and least-remembered speech most presidents give. […]

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State of the Union

February 14, 2013 newadminuser

This post originally appeared on the Qorvis blog. The State of the Union It would be fun if a president stood before the Joint Session of Congress and announced, “The State of the Union is […]

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Review: The Motherf**ker with the Hat

February 5, 2013 newadminuser

By Chuck Conconi It is important to get the profane title – The Motherf**ker with the Hat – out of the way and move on to realizing that the play rises far above any snickering, […]

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The Grunt’s Secretary of Defense

February 4, 2013 newadminuser

By Chuck Conconi It’s not a big step to go from the United States Senate to Secretary of Defense. It is, however, an unheard of journey for a military enlisted man to become Secretary of […]

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Review: Henry V at the Folger Theater

January 31, 2013 newadminuser

By Chuck Conconi There are rare times in the theatre when a play that has been around for centuries will surprise you with a brilliant, well conceived and acted production, unexpected because it is so […]

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The Israeli elections: Perspective from Qorvis’ GeoPolitical Solutions Vice President

January 28, 2013 newadminuser

During the Israeli elections last week, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was reelected. Will Dempster, Vice President of Qorvis’ GeoPolitical Solutions, discusses the recent elections in Israel. What will this term of leadership look like? Will […]

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What it’s like to attend the official inaugural ball

January 22, 2013 newadminuser

By Mary Morgan As the official inauguration ceremony and parade came to an end last night, Washingtonians refused to stop the celebration. Dressed in black tie attire, D.C. celebrated the second inauguration of Barack Obama […]

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Making the most of the inaugural weekend

January 17, 2013 newadminuser

For anyone new to the inauguration experience, consider this your official guide. Is attending an official ball worthwhile? Are there other non-official festivities? How is this inauguration special? Mary Morgan and Chuck Conconi discuss making […]

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America’s Other Army: The Podcast Series

January 10, 2013 newadminuser

By Mary Morgan Former Financial Times and Washington Times correspondent Nicholas Kralev covered the State Department for a decade. He traveled with four secretaries of state, and his experience has granted him a superb knowledge […]

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Chuck Hagel: the next Secretary of Defense?

A guide to Chuck Hagel

January 8, 2013 newadminuser

By Mary Morgan President Obama has made his official Secretary of Defense nomination: Chuck Hagel. Obama is urging the Senate to confirm Hagel as quickly as possible. For anyone who is new to the name, […]

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