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The Race against the Great Gulf Oil Spill May 06, 2010

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More today on desperate efforts to limit potential damage from the Gulf Oil spill that could extend from the Mississippi Delta all the way to the Eastern seaboard. We’ll also hear about unsettling questions being raised in Washington.

The Failed Bombing Plot: What Are the Lessons? May 05, 2010

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The failed bombing of Times Square led to speedy arrests in the US and Pakistan. It's also raised many questions about how the incident came about and how it's been handled. We look for answers. Also, one leak has been sealed off in the Gulf oil spill, and yesterday's political primaries and November's general election.

Will the Latest Airline Merger Mean Friendlier Skies? May 04, 2010

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The merger of United and Continental will leave the US with just four major airlines. Will the combined carriers stop losing money? Will they reduce passenger options and charge higher fares? Also, the FBI arrests a suspect in the attempted Times Square bombing, and the US Supreme Court and courthouse security.

The Gulf Oil Spill: The Environment, the Economy and the Politics May 03, 2010

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BP says it's responsible for whatever cleanup the Gulf oil spill requires. As the oil slick moves closer to show, we hear what could be in store for wildlife, economic interests and America's continuing appetite for energy. Also, the US and Iran joust over nuclear nonproliferation, and Greece gets a bailout. Will it save the Euro?

The Use and Abuse of a New Technology: Unmanned Aircraft Apr 30, 2010

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The use of un-manned, remote-control aircraft by the Pentagon and the CIA has created bitter controversy overseas. What's in store for the same technology applied here in the US for border control, local law enforcement and other civilian applications? Also, the battle to stop oil coming ashore in Mississippi River Delta, and an infamous increase in medical insurance rates has been cancelled.

Arizona, the Latest Battleground over Illegal Immigration Apr 29, 2010

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Arizona officials claim that federal inaction required the state to crack down on illegal immigration. Does it have that power? Does a new state law provide needed protection or violate civil rights and interfere with federal authority over foreign policy? Also, the White House steps up involvement in oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, and Europe's financial crisis and the US economy.

A Boost for Clean Energy, but What's the Ultimate Cost? Apr 28, 2010

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After nine years of divisive argument, the Obama Administration has approved America’s first off-shore wind farm in the waters off Cape Cod. Supporters hail a new, green industry. Opponents say the cost is destruction of a national treasure: Nantucket Sound. Also, the US Coast Guard tries to burn the oil spill nearing land, and the US Supreme Court and the separation of church and state.

Finance Reform: Public Anger and Partisan Politics Apr 27, 2010

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With voters outraged about Wall Street's perceived role in the financial crisis, Democrats and Republicans appear to be playing "chicken" over finance reform. We look at the likely product of sausage-making in an election year. Also, Goldman Sachs in the hot seat, and challenges to Arizona's new immigration law.

Climate Change, Immigration Reform and California Apr 26, 2010

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After a disappointing conference last year in Copenhagen, this was billed the year for the US to get tough about global warming. But a US Senate compromise may be on the rocks, and the nation's breakthrough state law is under challenge in California. Also, a massive oil slick in the Gulf of Mexico, and for the first time since the 1930's Britain may see coalition government.

US Senate Elections and the 'Soul' of the Republican Party Apr 23, 2010

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It's conventional wisdom that Democrats will be taking it on the chin come November, but divisions within the GOP have political forecasters taking another look. Will Republican nominees be so far right they repel Independents who can be the final "deciders?" Also, hopes of finding 11 missing workers fades after an oil rig sinks in the Gulf of Mexico, and free speech, death threats and censorship.

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