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G-20 Meets amidst Crisis in the Eurozone Nov 03, 2011

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The Greek referendum turned the G-20 Summit into a crisis meeting. Also, bi-partisan demands on the Supercommittee, and the blame game in Republican presidential politics.

Anonymous and the Real World Implications of 'Hacktivism' Nov 02, 2011

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The Internet can be used creatively, but also has malicious purposes. Also, the Greek threat to the debt plan, and a change in cocaine sentencing and African Americans.

Beltway Bubble Nov 01, 2011

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Are wealthy DC decision-makers out of touch with the problems of ordinary Americans? Also, Greek government on the edge, and shifting explanations from Herman Cain.

Can Planet Earth Handle Seven Billion People? Oct 31, 2011

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As the human population reaches seven billion people, there are reasons for optimism as well as predictions of doom and gloom....

The 'Flat Tax:' Back Again in Presidential Politics Oct 28, 2011

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We compare Rick Perry and Herman Cain’s new version of the "flat tax." Plus, the ICC's attempt to get Gadhafi's son to surrender and a new rule of British royal succession.

As the US Withdraws Troops from Iraq, What Are We Leaving Behind? Oct 27, 2011

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Barack Obama is making good on President Bush's promise to withdraw US troops from Iraq by the end of this year. But there's bitter controversy how the withdrawal...

Should We Blame Technology for High Unemployment? Oct 26, 2011

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From farms to factories, and now the service economy, workers are losing their jobs to machines. As computers become more sophisticated, how can humans learn to compete?

Will Obama's Foreign Policy Successes Help Him? Oct 25, 2011

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President Obama's announcement that the last US soldiers would leave Iraq by the end of this year capped a momentous week in which he could also take credit for...

European Economy on the Brink Oct 24, 2011

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Investors, banks, speculators and national economies are still watching Europe after yesterday's 13th summit in 21 months delayed action at least until a 14th on Wednesday....

'American Exceptionalism:' Myth or Reality? Oct 21, 2011

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It's a standard theme for almost every US politician, certainly for those running for President. Is "American Exceptionalism" a realistic guide to formulating policy?

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