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Syria in the Corridors of the G20 Summit Sep 05, 2013

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President Obama's in Russia for the G20 summit, where America's threat to attack Syria has taken center state. What separates the US and Russia over chemical weapons?

Strike on Syria May Be about More than Chemical Weapons Sep 04, 2013

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As President Obama heads for the G-20 in Russia, debate about his proposal to punish Syria continues on Capitol Hill, and Israel and Saudi Arabia work behind the scenes.

Congress Takes Up Strikes on Syria Sep 03, 2013

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President Obama's asking Congress to support his decision to punish Syria for the use of chemical weapons. We hear about the politics and the long-term consequences.

The Rise of the Sharing Economy Sep 02, 2013

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The consumer economy is facing a challenge from the "sharing economy." Will new, Internet companies disrupt traditional business patterns or will they just fade away?

Obama Administration Lays Groundwork for Action in Syria Aug 30, 2013

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The US is laying out its case for action against Syria’s use of chemical weapons against civilians in that country. Judy Muller guest hosts.

Is Punitive Action against Syria Justified? Is It Legal? Aug 29, 2013

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Would a "limited" US attack against Syria for the alleged use of chemical weapons do more harm than good? The debate is raging in Washington, the UK and the Middle East.

50th Anniversary of the March on Washington Aug 28, 2013

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We talk with people who attended the March on Washington. Why did integrated non-violence surprise the US? Has Dr. King's "Dream" been achieved? What's been forgotten?

Will Military Strike on Syria Be Too Little, Too Late? Aug 27, 2013

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It's increasingly clear that the Obama Administration will use military action to punish Syria for its use of chemical weapons. Will that make things better or worse?

Gender Identity and Civil Rights Aug 26, 2013

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Campaigns for the rights of homosexuals have left out the rights of transgender people. Now that Bradley Manning is Chelsea Manning, will that make a difference?

Chemical Weapons, 'Red Lines' and US Involvement in Syria Aug 23, 2013

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President Obama is under increased pressure to intervene in Syria's civil war, which spilled over into neighboring Lebanon again today. We have updates and analysis.

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