Patriotism vs. Dissent: Free Speech During Wartime
The Creative Coalition Hosts Freedom of SpeechDebate Featuring Actors, Journalists, and Conservative Political Advocates
New York (March 20, 2002) – The Creative Coalition will bring together an eclectic group featuring leading journalists, conservative political advocates and actors to debate freedom of speech during wartime before an audience of 150 of New York City’s entertainment and business leaders. This event will be held Wednesday, March 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the Tribeca Grand Hotel, 2 Avenue of the Americas, New York City.
As the United States continues its war on terrorism, journalists and public figures struggle with the new boundaries being placed on freedom of speech and expression. The Creative Coalition’s panel will vigorously debate free speech during wartime.
Event details are as follows:
WHO:
William Baldwin, Actor/President, The Creative Coalition
Richard Belzer, Author/Actor (Law and Order SVU)
Ann Coulter, Political analyst/attorney
Michael Isikoff, Newsweek investigative correspondent
Tom Fontana, Producer/Writer/Director (Homicide, St. Elsewhere)
Kellyanne Fitzpatrick, Pollster
Charles Grodin, Actor, writer and CBS News commentator
WHAT:
Patriotism vs. Dissent: Free Speech During Wartime
WHEN:
Wednesday evening, March 20, 2002
6:30 p.m. Reception
7:00 p.m. Program
8:30 p.m. VIP Dinner
WHERE:
Tribeca Grand Hotel, 2 Avenue of the Americas (b/n White and Walker), New York City
Interviews and photo ops available for credentialed press only. To schedule, please contact Kym Spell at (212) 512-5566.
ABOUT THE CREATIVE COALITION
The Creative Coalition is the leading nonprofit, nonpartisan social and public advocacy organization of the arts and entertainment community. Founded in 1989 by prominent members of the creative community, The Creative Coalition is dedicated to educating its members on issues of public importance, primarily the First Amendment, arts advocacy, campaign finance reform and public education. Headquartered in New York City, The Creative Coalition also has offices in Washington, D.C., Los Angeles and San Francisco. The Creative Coalition does not endorse or raise funds for political parties or candidates.