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Insiders and Outsiders in the Race to the White House Oct 29, 2015

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Ten Republican presidential candidates were up against the World Series last night as well as against each other. We hear some lively exchanges and talk about the continued uncertainty for a crowded field of amateurs and political pros.

Passing the Speakership Gavel and the Budget Oct 28, 2015

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A bipartisan budget deal will keep the government open and paying its bills, but it's being denounced by the right wing of the Republican Party. We hear how business as usual has become a political liability.

The EPA Forces States to Adopt "Clean Power" Oct 27, 2015

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We hear about President Obama's plan for generating electrical power from renewables instead of fossil — and its potential impact on global warming, air pollution and American households.

Division in the Catholic Church Oct 26, 2015

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Three weeks of unusually public drama revealed that the Roman Catholic hierarchy is sharply divided between traditionalists and reformers. Pope Francis called the meeting, asking how to reach out to gays and lesbians and to Catholics who divorce and re-marry. Now he alone, can decide what's next.

The American Cancer Society's New Mammogram Guidelines Oct 23, 2015

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The American Cancer Society has changed its recommended age for women to start getting annual mammograms from 40 to 45. That's caused uncertainty for young women and doctors. What's worse, the risk of false positives that lead to fear and unnecessary treatments or the risk of death?

Vintage Political Theater on Capitol Hill Oct 22, 2015

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Republicans still haven't chosen a new Speaker -- the top job in Congress, but they were united today in attacking Hillary Clinton for the deaths of four diplomats in Benghazi, Libya while she was Secretary of State.

Is the Gravy Train over for Oil? Oct 21, 2015

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The price of oil has dropped like a stone in the past few months, and the price of gasoline is going down along with it. While it's good news for drivers -- at least for the moment, is it a sign of long-term weakness in the oil economy?

Nuclear Weapons: The Pride of Pakistan Oct 20, 2015

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India and Pakistan are historic enemies — both armed with nuclear weapons. Pakistan's fast-growing arsenal is a cause of mounting concern because it now includes small-short-range "tactical" nukes that could be hard to control. With Pakistan's Prime Minister due at the White House this week, we hear about nuclear security in South Asia.

Is Restaurant Tipping a Bad Idea? Oct 19, 2015

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The practice of tipping after dining out began in medieval Europe but became a peculiarly American institution. Now there's a movement to ban it as unfair and discriminatory. Will customers give it up in exchange for service charges or higher prices?

Is Recycling Really Effective? Oct 16, 2015

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While mandatory recycling is becoming a way of life in more and more places, critics dismiss it as an easy way for politicians to make guilty consumers feel better about themselves. We hear both sides.

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