January 16, 1995 - Midday presents Juan Williams, author of "Eye on the Prize," an acclaimed book about the civil rights movement, speaking at the Minnesota celebration of Martin Luther King Day held at Concordia College in St. Paul. William’s address highlights the challenges and change ahead.
January 23, 1995 - Richard McCormick, CEO of U-S West, speaking at Minnesota Meeting in Minneapolis. McCormick’s address was on the topic “Interactive TV and the Information Superhighway: A Sneak Preview.” Following speech, McCormick answered listener questions. Minnesota Meeting is a non-profit corporation which hosts a wide range of public speakers. It is managed by the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota.
January 25, 1995 - Broadcast of a town meeting titled “Duluth 2001 and Beyond”. Architect Steve McNeill and psychologist Jean Olson, both members of the Visioning 2001 Scenario Builders Committee, present a visioning process for the future of Duluth. They summarize numerous priorities in planning for future of the community. After presentation, audience members express their questions and comments.
January 25, 1995 - Midday presents Carl Sagan speaking to the Commonwealth Club of California on who we are and where we stand in the universe. He introduces his book Pale Blue Dot: A Vision of the Human Future in Space.
January 26, 1995 - Hanan Ashrawi, author, educator and political activist, speaking Carlson Lecture Series. Ashrawi’s address was titled “The Challenges of Peace and Nation Building.” Following speech, Ashrawi answered audience questions. Ashrawi was formerly chief spokesperson for the Palestinian delegation in the Palestinian-Israeli peace negotiations.
February 10, 1995 - MPR’s Karen Louise Boothe reports on highlights of Sharon Sayles Belton’s State of the City address. Topics of speech included Minneapolis police and environmental city initiatives. Segment also includes commentary from other local officials.
February 21, 1995 - Manning Marable speaking at Metro State College in Denver, Colorado. The speech given in 1992, was titled "By Any Means Necessary: The Life and Legacy of Malcolm X."
March 1, 1995 - Frances Moore Lappe speaking at the Westminster Town Hall Forum. Speech titled "Rebuilding Our Nation, Remaking Our Lives".
March 16, 1995 - Isaac Stern, world-renowned violinist, speaking before members of the Minnesota Finance State Government Division. Stern urged continued support for the arts.
March 22, 1995 - MPR’s Mary Stucky reports on Minneapolis Mayor Sharon Sayles Belton’s views on neighborhood schools. Some in community see it as a return to segregation, others as a community focus to strengthening schools.