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Obama Claims Historic Victory Jun 04, 2008

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It's been a historic primary season. Barack Obama and John McCain have already begun focusing on each other in the race for the White House. Also, United Airlines announces new cost-cutting measures, and what to do about global warming. The debate heats up in the Senate. Sara Terry guest hosts.

Is There a 'Green' Lining in the Cloud of This Oil Crisis? Jun 03, 2008

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The Senate is holding hearings on whether oil prices are being manipulated by investors. Who gains from higher prices? What kind of lifestyle changes will Americans be forced to make? Guest host Sara Terry looks beyond sticker price shock at the gas pump. Also, speculation on the results of today's primaries, and a major conference on hunger opens today in Rome.

Half-Votes, Last Votes and Democratic Primaries' Results Jun 02, 2008

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Over the weekend, the Democratic Party's Rules and Bylaws Committee made decisions about the disputed Florida and Michigan primaries. Hillary Clinton won a decisive victory in Puerto Rico's primary. Tomorrow come elections in Montana and South Dakota, the last two in a long primary campaign. Also, Senator Ted Kennedy undergoes brain surgery, and it's dark on the runway. fashion legend Yves Saint Laurent passed away yesterday in Paris. Sara Terry guest hosts.

Can the Democrats Just Get Along? May 30, 2008

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Get ready for massive news coverage tomorrow of the Democrats' Rules and Bylaws Committee, which might finally decide if Barack Obama or Hillary Clinton gets the nomination. Then again, it might not. Also, the father of radical jihad calls for restraint. On Reporter's Notebook, was a transplanted liver a medical miracle or a political mistake?

Why Is the War in Iraq Fading from View? May 29, 2008

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Iraq and Afghanistan now account for just 3% of the coverage in America’s print and broadcast news. Is the third-longest war in American history a non-story? Also, Scott McClellan responds to White House criticism of his memoir, and artificial arms controlled only by brain waves. Is there help on the way for paralyzed people?

Military Action against Iran? May 28, 2008

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The White House denies it, but reports persist that President Bush plans to attack Iran before leaving office. Senators of both parties have raised the prospect in public. We hear about possible targets and rationales. Also, Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert is under fire for corruption, and a former press secretary turns on the White House.

The Future of Energy: Is the US Prepared? May 27, 2008

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With crude oil and gasoline prices soaring, official attention is shifting from demand to supply. Will there be enough to fuel the world's growing economies in the next 30 years? Those prices aren't likely to come down. Will that mean reducing environmental standards or creating markets for alternative sources? Also, a McCain policy speech makes nuclear policy a campaign issue, and a rare symbol of Iraqi unity may be disbanded.

Memorial Day: The Past and the Present May 26, 2008

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Memorial Day originated after the Civil War, but a somber remembrance of fallen soldiers has also become a cheerful greeting of summer. Monday, on To the Point, how well does America honor those who've died for their country? Also,
the GI Bill and the presidential campaign.

War Crimes Trials for Abu Ghraib, Guantanamo Bay? May 23, 2008

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The Justice Department's Inspector General reports that FBI agents thought the CIA and Military Intelligence were abusing, possibly torturing, terrorist suspects in the aftermath of September 11. House Democrats have subpoenaed lawyers who approved harsh tactics. Did a few soldiers at Abu Ghraib take the fall? Should higher ups in the chain of command face trial for war crimes? Also, Myanmar to admit aid workers, and John McCain releases eight years of medical records.

China, the Earthquake, and Freedom of Speech May 22, 2008

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After the massive earthquake struck central China, the demand for information overwhelmed government censorship. Is the open window about to be closed? The death toll, the damage and the continuing risk to five million homeless refugees. Has open criticism shaken an authoritarian regime already coping with Tibet while it's promoting the summer Olympics? Also, General Petraeus on Iraq troop reductions, and John McCain and the Religious Right.

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