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Peace, Power and Politics in Nigeria Jun 01, 2007

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Nigeria made history this week as one elected president handed over power to another after a long history of coups and military rule. But after an election process widely criticized as fraudulent, Umaru Yar’Adua will likely face legal challenges to his victory. Also, Jack Kevorkian is released from prison, and Sargeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band turns forty. Sara Terry guest hosts.

The Global Politics of Whaling May 31, 2007

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Japan wants to catch more whales than it's allowed, whaling rights for Eskimos have been extended for another five years, and Norway and Iceland continue to hunt whales in significant numbers--all under an international moratorium on whaling. Also, President Bush calls for a reduction in greenhouse-gas emissions, and the UN moves to prosecute the assassins of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafic Hariri.

Mitt Romney and His Mormon Faith May 30, 2007

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Mitt Romney is a front-running Republican candidate for president - and a practicing Mormon. Critics are taking a close look at the Mormon religion and questioning its doctrines. Should a candidate's private beliefs be used as a measure to determine performance in public office? Also, President Bush nominates Robert Zoellick to head the World Bank, and the ethics of interrogation.

The US and Iran Finally Talk about Iraq May 29, 2007

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The US and Iran held historic meetings in Baghdad yesterday, amid signs that Iran is increasingly flexing its power in the region. Also, new sanctions against Sudan, and activist Cindy Sheehan withdraws from the anti-war movement. Sara Terry guest hosts.

Iraq: Whose War Is It? May 28, 2007

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The anti-war protests may be only a shadow of the demonstrations against the war in Vietnam. Although the war is bitterly controversial, are most Americans disconnected? On Reporter’s Notebook, examining John F. Kennedy's assassination.

Is the U.S. entering a new era in immigration? May 25, 2007

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As the senate debates a bill that would dramatically overhaul U.S. immigration policies, one of the key issues to emerge is the preference the legislation would give to educated and skilled workers. On Reporter's Notebook, eleven years and counting - Burmese human rights activist a life of Aung San Suu Khi faces yet another year of house arrest.

Turmoil in Pakistan May 24, 2007

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Protests against Pakistan’s President and chief of the Army Pervez Musharaf turned bloody last week but thousands turned out again today to protest. The US calls Musharraf an ally in the war on terror and yet he has reduced his efforts. On Reporters Notebook, ninety-million American war records have gone online.

Monica Goodling Testifies May 23, 2007

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Monica Goodling, a former top aide to Attorney General Alberto Gonzales, admits she let politics play a role in hiring employees and denies ever talking to Karl Rove about the firing of US Attorneys. We’ll hear about her much-awaited testimony. Also, a rundown on the Congressional oversight Democrats promised when they took over Capitol Hill.

Debating in D.C., Fighting in Iraq, Saving the Whales May 22, 2007

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Democratic leaders in Congress want an Iraq spending bill before the end of this week, but it will only be good through September. We’ll get an update from Baghdad where at least twenty-five civilians were killed today by a car bomb in a crowded market, and we’ll hear about the fears of US embassy personnel inside the Green Zone. On Reporter’s Notebook, saving the whales.

Mexico’s War on Drugs Leads to War on Streets May 21, 2007

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In December, President Felipe Calderon called up the Army to cope with feuding drug cartels that have corrupted local police. Since then, there’s been an increase of violence migrating from rural states to Mexico City.

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