Notice to the Press Office of the Spokesman Washington, DC March 16, 2001
Secretary Powell to Address the American Israel Public Affairs CommitteeOn Monday, March 19, 2001, Secretary of State Colin L. Powell will address the American Israel Public Affairs Committee’s 42nd annual Policy Conference. Secretary Powell will deliver his remarks on the situation in the Middle East at 8:30 a.m. at the Hilton Washington and Towers, 1919 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC. The Secretary will not respond to questions.
Secretary Powell’s remarks are open for press coverage. Pre-set time for video cameras is 6:30 a.m. Still photographers and writers will be admitted at 7:30 a.m. Final access for all press is 8:00 a.m.
Media representatives may cover this event upon presentation of either (1) a US Government-issued identification card (Department of State, White House, Congress, Department of Defense, or Foreign Press Center), (2) a photo ID issued by the employing media organization, or (3) a letter on official letterhead from their news organization verifying their employment as a journalist, accompanied by an official photo ID (drivers’ license or passport).
Press Contacts: Ken Bricker
American Israel Public Affairs Committee
(202) 639-5273
Office of Press Relations, U.S. Department of State
(202) 647-2492
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Released on March 16, 2001
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