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A New START for Nuclear Disarmament Apr 08, 2010

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In the Czech Republic today, the US and Russia signed a new treaty to cut back on nuclear weapons. Will it make the world safer? Is the diplomacy as important as the military strategy? Also, Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner meets with Chinese officials today in Beijing, and the treatment of livestock in America’s food supply.

Splitting the Difference on Nuclear Weapons Apr 07, 2010

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President Obama's Nuclear Posture Review is drawing fire from both hawks and doves. How does it propose to deal with proliferation, the threat of terrorism and the ambitions of Iran and North Korea? Also, GM's loss following bankruptcy, and America's worst coal mining disaster in 25 years.

US Strategy in South Asia: Is It Really Working? Apr 06, 2010

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Are Taliban militants really on the run in Pakistan? Is President Karzai on the same side as the US and other countries providing Afghanistan with troops and money? We look for answers to some challenging questions. Also, President Obama proposes a shift in us nuclear strategy. On Reporter's Notebook, will the space program be privatized?

Apple Does It Again, but Does the iPad Live Up to Its Hype? Apr 05, 2010

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Apple has a knack for creating things we didn't even know we needed -- or wanted. Some three hundred thousand Apple lovers bought iPads this weekend. Guest host Sara Terry learns what Apple's latest device delivers and where it falls short. Also, the Taliban attacks the US Consulate in Peshawar, Pakistan, and Michael Steel Rocks the boat at the Republican National Committee.

Human Genetics: Medicine, Money and Law Apr 02, 2010

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The biotech industry has been shaken to its financial foundations by a judge's decision that human genes cannot be patented any more. We find out what could happen to the new world of genetic medicine if that decision is upheld. Also, good news on the labor front, and a trifecta for sports fans between now and next Monday.

Obama Drills for Consensus on Energy Apr 01, 2010

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The President says his offshore oil-and-gas proposal is designed to "break out of the broken policies of the past," but he's set off a familiar debate over energy needs and environmental protection. Will it lead to another stalemate or a breakthrough on global warming — in an election year? Also, Afghan President Karzai weaves an international conspiracy theory, and Census Day is not an April Fool's joke.

Pedophile Priests and the Challenge to Catholic Authority Mar 31, 2010

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The worldwide scandal of pedophile priests has reached into the Vatican. Lay Catholics are asking the Pope himself to reveal what he knew, when he knew it and how he responded. We look at the details in the context of 2000 years of institutional history. Also, the Obama Administration clears way for expanded offshore drilling. On Reporter's Notebook, has the Special Relationship between the US and Britain come to an end?

Can Democracy Survive in Iraq? Mar 30, 2010

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This month's parliamentary elections have left Iraq politically divided between two strong leaders with similar goals but no desire to compromise. Can either one form a government before violence returns? Will US troops be able to pull out on schedule? Also, President Obama signs the "fix it" on healthcare reform and student loans, and Republicans and the Sex Club Scandal.

Will Tea Party Activists Derail before November? Mar 29, 2010

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With a former GOP vice presidential candidate calling for followers to "re-load" and not retreat, questions are being raised about Tea Partiers' tactics and whether their words are inciting violence. Guest host Sara Terry looks at the Tea Party movement and its growing momentum. Will the frustration that's feeding the movement turn into long-term political activism? Also, deadly bombings hit the Moscow subway, and President Obama goes to Afghanistan.

As Google and China Square Off, What's the Fallout ? Mar 26, 2010

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Google has moved its search operation offshore to Hong Kong, citing government censorship in mainland China. If the world’s biggest search engine is willing to leave the biggest Internet market, will other companies follow suit? Guest host Judy Muller explores the diplomatic and economic fallout from the China-Google faceoff. Also, the White House modifies its mortgage rescue plan, and Sarah Palin is campaigning for John McCain, who is in a tight race for his Senate seat.

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