To the Point

Latest Episodes:

Michigan's Right-to-Work Laws and the American Middle Class Dec 13, 2012

Show notes

This week Michigan passed Right to Work bills that affect both public and private sector employees. Sara Terry explores the politics and economics of the movement.

Yellowstone Wolf Killing Casts Spotlight on Wolf Policy Dec 12, 2012

Show notes

When Yellowstone's most famous wolf was killed by a hunter, her death became an international story. Judy Muller looks at the role of the wolf in modern-day America.

Will the Tea Party Find a Second Act? Dec 11, 2012

Show notes

Guest host Judy Muller looks at whether the Tea Party can survive as a potent force in American politics.

Is the Carbon Tax an Idea Whose Time Has Come? Dec 10, 2012

Show notes

The idea of addressing climate change with a carbon tax is hardly new, but it's suddenly gaining new popularity – and from some unusual quarters.

Egypt: a New Democracy or Another Dictatorship? Dec 07, 2012

Show notes

After the worst street violence in 60 years, Egypt’s newly elected President is surrounded by tanks, troops and barbed wire.

Competing for Private Enterprise with Public Dollars Dec 06, 2012

Show notes

Tax breaks and government subsidies are beloved by politicians to help cities, counties and states increase jobs and grow their economies.

The CIA, the Pentagon and Obama’s Drone War Dec 05, 2012

Show notes

Unmanned drones are re-shaping both the gathering of intelligence and the conduct of warfare by the Obama Administration.

Syrian Political Landscape Shifts As Crisis Intensifies Dec 04, 2012

Show notes

NATO today joined the US in warning Syria that the use of chemical weapons against its people would be “completely unacceptable.” We’ll update signs of a new, military offensive and debate the pros and cons of increased US intervention. Also, we re-visit a brutal crime via "The Central Park Five," and we'll talk about the latest offers w/ House Speaker Boehner regarding the Fiscal Cliff.

The US Supreme Court, Politics and Same Sex Marriage Dec 03, 2012

Show notes

Once again today, America’s highest court failed to announce any plan to take up one or more cases involving the legalization of same-sex marriage. Now it’s expected to do so on Friday. Will the justices be paying attention to last month’s elections in 4 states? We’ll look at the high court’s options—and at the political ramifications, especially for the Republican Party. On Reporters Notebook later on, could deadly violence result from brain damage in professional football? Also in the news, Britain, France, Sweden, Denmark and Spain have summoned Israeli ambassadors to Israel to signal strong objection to Israel’s plans for expanding settlements in East Jerusalem.

Mexico Gets a New President Nov 30, 2012

Show notes

Even before tomorrow's inauguration, Mexico’s newly elected president has been trying to alter the country’s negative image. We hear different views of what to expect.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected