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Mitt Romney's Taxes and the Question of 'Fairness' Jan 26, 2012

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America's so-called "progressive" tax rates used to rise with income. Mitt Romney's returns demonstrate it's the other way around...

The State of the Union and the Presidential Campaign Jan 25, 2012

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President Obama’s on the road today, with the messages of last night's State of the Union. We get partisan reactions and hear from Americans in different parts of the US.

GOP Political Update; Family Life in the Great Recession Jan 24, 2012

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An update on Florida primary campaign, Obama preps for the final State of the Union address of his current term, and the changing demographics in America's workforce.

Is Newt Gingrich Another Flash in the Pan? Jan 23, 2012

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The race for the GOP presidential nomination feels like it might never end. Florida's primary is just eight days away with four candidates left and no real front-runner.

Surprise Twists in GOP Presidential Contest before South Carolina Jan 20, 2012

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Will it all be over tomorrow, or did Gingrich, Santorum and Paul do enough damage in last night's debate to keep Romney from clinching the GOP nomination in South Carolina?

SOPA: Silicon Valley and Hollywood on Capitol Hill Jan 19, 2012

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Yesterday's Internet blackout was evidence that Silicon Valley is a new power on Capitol Hill. Bills designed to protect against online piracy are due for amendment,

Pakistan: Political Turmoil in an Unstable Ally Jan 18, 2012

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Pakistan's parliamentary government is under assault from the Supreme Court, backed by the military. In economic shambles, it's in a bloody conflict with Islamic extremists.

The South Carolina Republican Primary and Super PAC's Jan 17, 2012

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Mitt Romney was roughed up by his challengers last night in South Carolina. We hear excerpts and assess the impact. Also, the growing influence of Super PAC's.

The Politics of Race in the Era of Barack Obama Jan 16, 2012

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By electing its first black president, some believe Dr. King's vision of a "colorblind" America has been achieved. Others call Obama a Muslim who was born outside the US.

Healthcare Spending Slows, but at What Cost? Jan 13, 2012

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For decades, spending on healthcare has jumped each year by more than ten percent. Now it's increasing by four percent. Is that good news or bad?

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