Than all of western europe and japan combined. Most do not serve a day in prison, 90 of rapists and assaulters do not serve a day in prison. Peter he is the author of this book, rogue prosecutors, how radical lawyers are destroying americas communities, we appreciate you spending a few minutes on book tv. Our coverage of the National Book festival continues, is a short interview with a former pro fo [applause] i am the director of the library of congress, my great pleasure to introduce todays speakers. One of the sponsor this years festival, we are proud to bring americas writers here to join us. We have individuals who study extensively and produce great works at the interNational Book festival. Welcome to everyone joining us live on cspan, we are part to partner with cspan for todays event. Our next program figures features rk russell, he made history by coming out, the first nfl player to a dinner bisexual, his book is a memoir of life, love, and football. Dean is the chief Communic
Than all of western europe and japan combined. Most do not serve a day in prison, 90 of rapists and assaulters do not serve a day in prison. Peter he is the author of this book, rogue prosecutors, how radical lawyers are destroying americas communities, we appreciate you spending a few minutes on book tv. Our coverage of the National Book festival continues, is a short interview with a former pro footba [applause] i am the director of the library of congress, my great pleasure to introduce todays speakers. One of the sponsor this years festival, we are proud to bring americas writers here to join us. We have individuals who study extensively and produce great works at the interNational Book festival. Welcome to everyone joining us live on cspan, we are part to partner with cspan for todays event. Our next program figures features rk russell, he made history by coming out, the first nfl player to a dinner bisexual, his book is a memoir of life, love, and football. Dean is the chief Comm
Welcome to book tvs live coverage of the National Book festival. Some of the authors you will hear from today, and get a chance to talk with historian doug brinkley, rk russell and chest and buttigieg. Some of the topics to be discussed, black literary identity, Environmental Activism and food and culture. It is a full day ahead. We are glad you are here with us on book tv. As i mentioned, this is the 23rd year in a row book tv has partnered with the library of congress to bring you live coverage of the National Book festival. Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden is here to kick off our coverage. Dr. Hayden, for those who were not with us 23 years ago, how did this get started . It is so exciting to be here. You can hear the buzz behind us as everyone is coming in. In 2001, First Lady Laura Bush had been successful as a first lady of texas, starting the texas book fair. It was renowned. When she got to washington, d. C. , she asked my predecessor, dr. Billington, wouldnt it the nice if w
[applause] i am the director of the library of congress, my great pleasure to introduce todays speakers. One of the sponsor this years festival, we are proud to bring americas writers here to join us. We have individuals who study extensively and produce great works at the International Book festival. Welcome to everyone joining us live on cspan, we are part to partner with cspan for todays event. Our next program figures features rk russell, he made history by coming out, the first nfl player to a dinner bisexual, his book is a memoir of life, love, and football. Dean is the chief Communications Officer in the library of congress. Join me in welcoming them. [applause] thank you. I finished your book this week and it is such a beautiful man memoir. It is a love letter to the relationships in your life, your mother, i think especially the men in your life. Her stepfather, your biological father, your stepfather, your biological father, and all of your teammates. How did your relationshi
Criminal justice is done. Our coverage of the 2023 library of Congress National book festival continues now. Im Kevin Butterfield library of congress, a great measure to introduce you. One of the most beloved writers here. In the corrections of library f congress. Joining us live on cspan. A conversation russell, 2019 becoming the first in his new book entitled life, love and football. [applause] such a beautiful memoir, very profound. I think its a little bit of a love letter to the relationship but i think especially the biological father, your childhood friend, your best friend joe and your teammates, how did your relationship impact . I was the foundation and what i discerned here is very much a whole nation of these people. I lost them young age but the character is and how big or strong you are, how intimidating you are but your character, being dependable accountable and my childhood friend of someone who has taught me resilience arctic and loss, my best friend joe about moralit