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Is There Any Such Thing as a Perfect Childhood? Dec 21, 2007

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In the western world, child labor is a thing of the past--or is it? Also, Japan agrees not to hunt humpback whales, and life for Iraqi Christians at Christmas time.

Food Prices and Hunger in the United States Dec 20, 2007

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Thirteen million American families go hungry for part of the year, at the same time that food prices are rising while donations to food banks are on the decline. the Bush EPA blocks California bid to limit car emissions, and the new, Democratic Congress has ended its first year.

Is Afghanistan 'the Forgotten War?' Dec 19, 2007

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In Afghanistan, US troops are not just fighting, they're building infrastructure in places too dangerous for civilian reconstruction teams. Also, the President signs a new energy bill, and there's new leadership in South Korea.

Hillary Clinton and Political Damage Control Dec 18, 2007

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The "inevitability" of Hillary Clinton has morphed into a three-way campaign for the Democratic nomination. Barack Obama is coming on strong and John Edwards is still a viable contender. Also, the African National Congress is no longer the party of Nelson Mandela.

The Wrecking Ball Swings in New Orleans Dec 17, 2007

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Public-housing projects in New Orleans are facing the wrecking ball—despite a shortage of places for low-income people to live. Also, a watershed moment for Iran's development of atomic power, and a Saudi Arabian rape victim won't be getting 200 lashes after all.

One of History's 'Most Important Documents' Goes on Sale Dec 14, 2007

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The Magna Carta—signed by the King of England 700 years ago—established the rules of law that are basic to the United States and other governments all over the world. There's only one original copy in private hands, and next week it's going on sale. Also, a possible compromise out of the UN Climate Change Conference in Bali, and steroid use in Major League Baseball.

Can an Evangelical Christian Unite America? Dec 13, 2007

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Former Baptist preacher Mike Huckabee leads Mitt Romney in Iowa, and in national polls, he's catching up to Rudy Giuliani. Also, difficulties in Bali and Washington over emissions and energy. On Reporter's Notebook, baseball stars and steroids: will there be asterisks on the records?

Race and the Race for President Dec 12, 2007

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Barack Obama is coming on strong among Democrats in Iowa and New Hampshire—states with mostly white voters. Elsewhere, many black voters are supporting Hillary Clinton. Also, stocks rebound after addition Federal Reserve action, and another dramatic prediction about climate change.

Videotapes, Torture and Evidence in the War on Terror Dec 11, 2007

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As the CIA Director talks behind closed doors on Capitol Hill, there's new information about the destruction of secret videotapes. Also, terrorists strike at the capital of Algeria, and interest rates, Wall Street and consumer spending.

Climate Change: International Challenge and Business Opportunity Dec 10, 2007

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As 190 nations meet in Bali to start the next treaty against global warming, Al Gore receives the Nobel Peace Prize and warns about "mutually assured destruction." We hear about the global marketplace that's developing to cope with climate change. Also, the Supreme Court affords judges discretion when sentencing crack offenders, and a conversation with Oslo Norway, where Al Gore has accepted the Nobel Peace Prize.

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