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RATINGS: MEET THE PRESS WITH CHUCK TODD Is #1 Most-Watched Sunday Show Across The Board
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 11, 2019

 Meet the Press with Chuck Todd (MTP) won this past Sunday, September 8 as the #1 most-watched Sunday show across the board, according to Nielsen Media Research.

Ford's Theatre Hosts Annual Gala
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2019

Ford's Theatre Society celebrated the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln at its Annual Gala on Sunday evening, June 2, 2019, at Ford's Theatre (511 10th Street NW). For more than 40 years, the Society has hosted this bipartisan event, which provides crucial support to the non-profit's theatrical and educational programs.

MEET THE PRESS WITH CHUCK TODD Is #1 Across The Board Four Weeks In A Row
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 18, 2018

Meet the Press with Chuck Todd (MTP) was the #1 most-watched Sunday show in total viewers and the key news demo this past Sunday, Dec. 16, according to Nielsen Media Research data, marking its fourth straight week at #1.

MEET THE PRESS WITH CHUCK TODD Is #1 Across the Board For Fifth Straight Broadcast
by Tori Hartshorn - Jul 10, 2018

“Meet the Press with Chuck Todd” (MTP) was the #1 most-watched Sunday show this past Sunday, July 8, according to Nielsen Media Research data, marking its fifth week across the board as #1.

NMPA Praises Senate Introduction Of Music Modernization Act Package
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2018

The National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA) today welcomed the introduction of S. 2823, the Music Modernization Act (MMA), by Senator Orrin Hatch (R-UT). Original cosponsors include Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Lamar Alexander (R-TN), Chris Coons (D-DE), Roy Blunt (R-MO), John Kennedy (R-LA), Kamala Harris (D-CA), Bob Corker (R-TN), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Johnny Isakson (R-GA), Patrick Leahy (D-VT), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Doug Jones (D-AL), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Bill Nelson (D-FL), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and David Perdue (R-GA).

MEET THE PRESS WITH CHUCK TODD Wins April Across the Board, #1 For Fifth Straight Month
by Tori Hartshorn - May 1, 2018

“Meet the Press with Chuck Todd” (MTP) was the #1 most-watched Sunday show across the board for the month of April, according to Nielsen Media Research data, marking its fifth straight month at #1.

HBO Celebrates July 4th with Debut of THE WORDS THAT BUILT AMERICA
by BWW News Desk - Jul 4, 2017

The Declaration of Independence, The United States Constitution and The Bill of Rights are the words that built this country. Written by America's founding fathers, they provide a blueprint for our democracy.

HBO Celebrates July 4th with Debut of THE WORDS THAT BUILT AMERICA
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 9, 2017

The Declaration of Independence, The United States Constitution and The Bill of Rights are the words that built this country. Written by America's founding fathers, they provide a blueprint for our democracy.

Ford's Theatre Society Honors President Abraham Lincoln at Annual Gala
by Julie Musbach - Jun 5, 2017

Ford's Theatre Society honored the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln at its Annual Gala on Sunday evening, June 4, 2017, at Ford's Theatre (511 10th Street NW). For more than 40 years, the Society has hosted this bi-partisan event, which provides crucial support to the non-profit's theatrical and education programs.

NBC's MEET THE PRESS is Most-Watched Sunday Show Across the Board
by Caryn Robbins - May 9, 2017

MEET THE PRESS WITH CHUCK TODD was the #1 most-watched Sunday show across the board on May 7, continuing its lead as #1 season-to-date for the first time since the 2010-2011 season.

Photo Coverage: Senator Charles Schumer Celebrates Federal Tax Breaks for Broadway!
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - Dec 22, 2015

Just yesterday, Schumer joined Robert Wankel (Chairman of the Broadway Theatre League) and some of the Broadway community to commemorate the long sought after federal change. BroadwayWorld's Michael Dale was on hand for the special day, and you can read more about the event HERE. Check out more photos from the big day below!

Broadway League Chimes in On Live Theatre Tax Break: 'It Will Have a Tremendous Impact'
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 18, 2015

As BroadwayWorld reported yesterday, there is now an unprecedented amendment to the United States' Federal Tax Code.

Legislation Proposed to Give Broadway Same Tax Breaks as TV & Film Productions
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 5, 2015

U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer today announced his bipartisan plan to extend the same tax treatment afforded to film and television producers to investors in live theater, like Broadway productions.

VIDEO: John McCain Talks Syria on MEET THE PRESS
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 15, 2013

Today's “Meet the Press with David Gregory” featured interviews with Senators John McCain (R-AZ), Bob Menendez (D-NJ), and Roy Blunt (R-MO). Below, check out Sen. McCain's interview, where he says “there is not a seriousness on the part of the Russians” in regards to Syria handing over its chemical weapons.

Stage Act of 2013 Could Allow Broadway Productions Same Tax Write-Offs as TV, Films
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2013

Variety reports that Broadway could be on the road to receiving the same tax breaks as film and television, with U.S. Sen. Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.) introducing the Stage Act of 2013.

A4A Supports Blunt Amendment Providing Agencies with Funding Flexibility So Services Essential to Air Travel Are Maintained During Sequestration
by Robert Diamond - Mar 13, 2013

Says amendment to Continuing Resolution would ensure airline passengers and shippers not negatively impacted