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Name Calling, Politics and the War in Iraq Sep 26, 2007

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MoveOn.org called Army General David Patraeus "General BetrayUs." Rush Limbaugh called Nebraska's decorated Vietnam veteran Chuck Hagel, "Senator BetrayUs." We talk about name calling, presidential politics and the war in Iraq. Also, a new UAW-GM contract, and the world learns of a crackdown on peaceful protesters in isolated Burma with help from the Internet.

World Peace, Human Rights and the United Nations Sep 25, 2007

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Presidents Bush and Ahmadinejad at the same place at the same time. We look at the United Nations 62^nd General Assembly session. On Reporter's Notebook, is the US ready for a comeback of nuclear power?

Human Behavior and the Rest of the Natural World Sep 24, 2007

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The latest Red List shows that mammals, amphibians, birds and plants are disappearing faster than ever because of human activities. Also, thousands of GM workers walk off their jobs, and the President of Iran and free speech in America.

Iran's Nuclear Development and the Prospects for War Sep 21, 2007

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A meeting today in Washington will set the state for efforts to get tougher UN sanctions against Iran's enrichment of nuclear fuel. Also an Iraq update, and a public rebuke to Osama bin Laden from one of his teachers.

Managing the Economy; Civil Rights in Louisiana Sep 20, 2007

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The Federal Reserve's interest rate cut produced a sigh of relief this week in the markets. What does it mean for homeowners and prospective buyers? Is it a bailout for speculators and unwise investors? Also, Bush accuses Democrats of politics on the child health bill, and an update today’s massive demonstration in rural Louisiana.

Radio host Michael Baisden (L) and Rev. Al Sharpton (C) march towards Jena High school during a civil rights march on September 20, 2007 in Jena, Louisiana. Photo: Chris Graythen/Getty Images

Are America's Private Security Contractors Out of Control? Sep 19, 2007

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A deadly shooting incident involving Blackwater USA has the US and Iraq at odds over security for American diplomats. Why is the State Department so dependent on private contractors? Are they out of control? Also, foreign aid and peacemaking efforts in the Middle East, and if you live in Orem, Utah, you'd better water your lawn.

Health Insurance on Capitol Hill and the Presidential Campaign Trail Sep 18, 2007

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As the presidential candidates debate the future of healthcare reform, President Bush and the Congress are at odds over a current program that's about to expire. the Iraqi government wants to crack down on America's private security forces, and US AID versus the Taliban in the toughest place in Afghanistan.

The CIA at 60; AG Mukasey? Sep 17, 2007

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President Bush has nominated a successor to Alberto Gonzales. We hear about Michael Mukasey. Also, the CIA at 60. Can the intelligence agency speak truth to power at the same time it runs covert actions on behalf of the White House? We look at the record and what it means for the future.

Bush's New Way Forward or More of the Same? Sep 14, 2007

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President Bush says success in Iraq will allow some troops to come home. Critics—including some Republicans—call it "staying the course" all over again. Also, San Francisco's become the first American city to tackle healthcare reform.

Shades of the Cold War...and Doctor Strangelove Sep 13, 2007

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America's entire Air Combat Command will stand down tomorrow. Investigators want to know why a B-52 was loaded and flown with nuclear missiles for the first time in 40 years. That story and Russia's aggressive new posture. Plus, the President's prime-time speech, and a new American ally killed in Iraq's Anbar Province.

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