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The Politics of Health Insurance for Children Aug 01, 2007

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Democrats and some Republicans want to expand health insurance for children, paid for by increasing the tax on tobacco. President Bush has threatened a veto. Also, Donald Rumsfeld deflects the controversy over the death of Pat Tillman, and Saudi Arabia says it may open an embassy in Iraq.

Arms for Diplomacy in the Middle East Jul 31, 2007

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The Bush Administration is negotiating a state-of-the-art arms sale to Saudi Arabia at the same time the Saudis are accused of destabilizing Iraq and condoning terror. Also, a health update on Chief Justice John Roberts, and Rupert Murdoch gets Dow Jones and the Wall Street Journal.

Gordon Brown Visits Camp David Jul 30, 2007

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Britain's new Prime Minister met with President Bush today at Camp David. What's the latest on the "special relationship?" How different is Brown from Tony Blair when it comes to Iraq and the "war on terror?" Plus, the South Korean hostages, and a breakthrough in the battle against Multiple Sclerosis.

The Farm Bill and the Quality of the Food We Eat Jul 27, 2007

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After promising to reform the subsidies that critics call corporate welfare, the House passed a new Farm Bill today. Also, the market's downward slide and NASA responds to a report that it allowed astronauts to fly drunk.

Political Warfare between the White House and Congress Jul 26, 2007

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Senate Democrats today demanded a special counsel to investigate whether Attorney General John Ashcroft lied under oath. They also subpoenaed Karl Rove. Also, Iraq's refugee crisis, and the world's most important bicycle race is in trouble.

How Safe Is America's Food Supply? Jul 25, 2007

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Recent health scares have involved food imported from Mexico, India and China, but the latest recall involves meat products from Georgia. Wherever it comes from, how safe is the food supply? Also, a House committee will subpoena two presidential aides. Later, is the European Union paying ransom to Libya?

Will YouTube Change the Substance of Presidential Politics? Jul 24, 2007

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Democratic presidential candidates last night faced questions posed by ordinary citizens on amateur video. CNN promoted it as the beginning of real change in the style and substance of American politics. Also, round two of US-Iran talks on Iraq, and Commissioner David Stern on charges that a referee bet on professional basketball.

The History and Possible Future of Urban Violence in America Jul 23, 2007

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America's last massive civil disturbance took place in Los Angeles in 1992, but urban decay continues in many cities. Also, the global battle against AIDS, and Turkey's voters support a party with Islamic leanings.

Sizing Up the Race for the Presidency Jul 19, 2007

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With the presidential primaries just six months away, Clinton continues to lead Obama and Edwards, but Republicans aren't even close to picking a favorite. Also, Fed Chair Ben Bernanke on sub-prime mortgage rates, and Russia escalates the diplomatic confrontation with Britain.

Political Theater and the War in Iraq Jul 18, 2007

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Senate Democrats have failed again to get a vote on forcing the President to bring the troops home from Iraq. We hear about the all-night debate and about the issue itself. Also, US forces capture of the senior Iraqi leader of al Qaeda in Iraq, and an NFL all-staris accused in a case of unusual brutality.

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