September 2, 1983 - Peter Arnett, a CNN journalist, speaking to the 19th Annual Pulitzer Forum, sponsored by the World Press Institute, at Macalester College. Arnett’s address was titled "Bang-Bang and Other Stories: Vietnam's Legacy for Today's War Correspondent." Arnett wrote a 13-part television series on Vietnam called "The 10-Thousand Day War." After speech, Arnett answered audience questions. New Zealand-born, the 56-year-old Peter Arnett is no stranger to war. In 1966 he won the Pulitzer Prize tor International Reporting for his coverage of the Vietnam War. He covered that war, for 13 years, for the Associated Press. He was one of the few reporters to remain in Vietnam after the fall of Saigon in 1975. Arnett then went on to become one of the AP's five senior reporters. Among other major stories Arnett has covered are the Attica prison riot in 1971, the McGovern campaign, the Carter campaign, the Israeli invasion of Lebanon, the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, fighting in El Salvador, upheaval in Nicaragua, and the Iranian hostage crisis. He became a Cable News Network correspondent in 1981. Arnett spent two years as CNN's Moscow bureau chief before assuming his present job as a national / international correspondent in 1988.
September 3, 1983 - MPR’s Dan Olson interviews Dave Roe, President of the Minnesota AFL-CIO (American Federation of Labor - Congress of Industrial Organizations). Roe discusses recent developments in organized labor and answers listener questions. Program begins with commentary from Roe on shooting down of commercial South Korean airliner by Soviet Union days earlier.
September 14, 1983 - Barbara Matusow, author of "The Evening Stars," talks about the evolution of the television network anchor. Matusow also answers listener questions.
September 16, 1983 - James Ulland, Minnesota senate minority leader, discusses the alternatives he favors to state policies pursued by the majority DFL party. His critical view of the state is addressed. Ulland also answers listener questions.
September 19, 1983 - Walter Mondale, presidential candidate and former U.S. vice president, speech at annual Minnesota AFL-CIO meeting. Mondale speaks on free trade, strong unions, and his criticism of President Reagan’s economic policy. Minnesota AFL-CIO President David Roe introduces Mondale.
September 19, 1983 - MPR’s Pat Kessler reports on Walter Mondale, presidential candidate and former U.S. vice president, speaking to the Minnesota AFL-CIO. Mondale criticizes “Reaganomics,” and states his support for strong unions in the United States.
September 20, 1983 - Excerpt from Rudy Perpich speech, in which he calls for labor support for Walter Mondale’s presidential run.
October 13, 1983 - Stanley Karnow, American journalist, author and historian, discusses the history, many facets, and lasting impact of the Vietnam War. Karnow also answers listener questions. Karnow has written numerous books, including “Vietnam: A History” and “Mao and “China.”
October 15, 1983 - Conservation expert Dan Flaherty discusses energy conservation for homes and legislation for renters and apartment owners. Topics include energy audits, building standards, and heating systems. Flaherty also answers listener questions.
October 17, 1983 - St. Paul city council debates, live from Town Square, sponsored by St. Paul Chamber of Commerce. Ward 2 candidates are incumbent Jim Scheibel and challenger Sharon Anderson Ward 5 candidates are incumbent Hugo Masanz and challenger Janice Rettman Panelists for debate are Jon Grunseth, vice president for public affairs at Economics Laboratory; Kathleen McLaughlin, executive director of the National Association of Women Business Owners; and Al Classman, certified public accountant with the firm Boyum and Barenscheer. Wy Spano, of Wyman Spano Public Affairs, moderates.