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Monthly Archives: December 2009
Chavez and Morales overstay the party
President Hugo Chavez (Venezuela) Pres. Evo Morales (Bolivia) along with the vice-president and foreign minister of Cuba, the minister of Ecuador, and the minister of Nicaragua just a gave press conference filled with fiery rhetoric and passion. Although asked to … Continue reading
Ahmadinejad to speak
President of Iran Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is confirmed. Security has increased. No cameras close to the podium. It looks like we may have our first press conference of the day.
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President Obama is here
Hey guys, At least we know that President Obama has arrived. He just walked through the press room behind us…Matt saw him, I missed him. I had just stepped out of the room for a look about.
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Early Riser Update: enjoy your coffee
We–the press–are gathered in the press briefing room to get updates on the negotiation process. The African Group, a sub-group of G77, is scheduled to give the first press conference of the day. It doesn’t look like they will appear. … Continue reading
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The Final Day: Sustainable Future or Environmental Suicide
Why are 122 Heads of State from around the globe gathered in Copenhagen today, December 18, 2009? Why is President Obama here with six members of his cabinet and more than a dozen U.S. legislators from both sides of the … Continue reading
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G77 Speaks: outcome of COP15 unknown
Three members of the G77 gave a press briefing at the close of proceedings today. It would appear that a successful outcome of this COP15 conference depends on the willingness of G77 to except emissions-reduction obligations in exchange for financial … Continue reading
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US Congressional Representatives speak
A delegation of democratic legislators provided the most recent press briefing for the U.S. : Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (CA), House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (MD), Rep. Henry Waxman (CA) , Rep. Ed Markey (MA), Rep. Charles Rangle … Continue reading
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Hillary Clinton: The U.S. Commits…sort of
The horde of media crushed into our 400-seat briefing room, photographers grabbing spots on the aisles and floor beneath the podium; correspondents filling all available seats then occupying the aisles and space along the walls. Matt and I are glad … Continue reading
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The Africa Group: Two tracks or one?
The African Group – representing the interests of multiple countries – states that they do not have much to report. “Today, we are ready for final discussions and consultations. We want fair negotiations.” The Africa Group demands a two-track approach … Continue reading
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Chavez canceled again
For the second day in a row, Hugo Chavez, president of Venezuela has canceled his press briefing. Oh well, gives me a moment to work on a few blog posts…to follow.
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