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Angelina Jolie and the 'Breast Cancer Gene' May 16, 2013

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Angelina Jolie's revelation of her preventative mastectomy is raising fears as well as some reassurance. Even those who applaud her courage worry about over-reaction.

IRS Targeting, AP Dragnet: Obama and the Shadow of Scandal May 15, 2013

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Washington's focused this week on potential scandals involving the FBI's investigation of the AP and the IRS targeting of conservative groups applying for tax exemptions.

Bangladesh Factory Collapse and the Global Clothing Industry May 14, 2013

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One of the worst tragedies in garment-industry history is having consequences around the world. What are clothing companies doing? What can you do?

Is the Pentagon Losing the War against Sex Crimes? May 13, 2013

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Overturned sexual assault convictions and the head of Sexual Prevention for the Air Force’s groping a woman. Is it time for change in the Uniform Code of Military Justice?

Immigration Reform and the Guest Worker Program May 10, 2013

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Would the new guest worker program improve working conditions for foreigners and domestic employees?

Boston Marathon Bombings and Muslim Americans May 09, 2013

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The Boston Marathon bombings have renewed calls for Muslim Americans to be on the alert for potential extremists, as well as warnings against religious discrimination. We hear from Muslims on both sides of the issue. Also, the Senate begins consideration of over 300 amendments to immigration bill, and as Pakistanis prepare to go to the polls on Saturday, campaigning has been disrupted by violence, a kidnapping and an accidental fall by a major candidate.

Legalizing Marijuana: States v. the Federal Government May 08, 2013

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Eighteen states and Washington, DC have legalized medical marijuana and 52% of Americans approve of its recreational use. But federal law says it's as illegal as heroin.

Is the Syrian Conflict Entering a New Phase? May 07, 2013

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The White House is holding the line on Syria, despite Israel's military strikes and lingering questions about Syria's use of chemical weapons against citizens.

Israel Strikes Syria, Will the US Be Next? May 06, 2013

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Israeli airstrikes have hit military targets near Damascus, allegedly to prevent weapons from being shipped to Hezbollah in Lebanon. Why now? Will Obama intervene?

Global Warming in a World of Endless Oil, Gas and Coal May 03, 2013

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What would “energy independence and never running out of fossil fuel mean for the global economy and the will to slow climate change by developing alternative energy?

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