Key Races to Watch Voters to Choose Senators in 34 States October 28, 2004 • In addition to picking the next president on Nov. 2, voters in some states will have a chance to remake the Senate. Democrats will defend 19 seats, while 15 Republican-held seats are on the ballots. Hear NPR's Steve Inskeep and NPR's David Welna. Voters to Choose Senators in 34 States Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4130501/4130502" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Politics Intelligence Bill Unlikely to Pass Before Election October 27, 2004 • The House and Senate have approved separate bills in response to the bipartisan 9-11 Commission. Lawmakers had hoped to finish a reform of the nation's intelligence establishment before the Nov. 2 election. But days of negotiations have yet to produce a compromise. Hear NPR's David Welna and NPR's Steve Inskeep. Intelligence Bill Unlikely to Pass Before Election Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4128419/4128420" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Morning Edition Checking in with a Swing Voter October 27, 2004 • Last summer, steelworker Jim Galonia spoke to NPR's Steve Inskeep about the presidential race. In July, he was an undecided voter, torn between Sen. John Kerry and President George W. Bush. Today, Galonia talks about whether he's decided which man will get his vote on Nov. 2. Checking in with a Swing Voter Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4128425/4128426" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Author Interviews Layers of Politics, Humanity in Pamuk's 'Snow' October 26, 2004 • Turkish author Orhan Pamuk's Snow is an admittedly political novel. But while its subject matter touches upon everything from the European Union to Islamic fundamentalism, Snow has been praised for its indelible characters, its insistence on a basic humanity. NPR's Steve Inskeep spoke with Pamuk about his latest novel. Layers of Politics, Humanity in Pamuk's 'Snow' Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4124293/4126683" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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On the Stump Fact-Checking the Candidates' Stump Speeches October 26, 2004 • NPR's Steve Inskeep examines recent stump speeches by President George Bush and Sen. John Kerry. He checks their facts with experts -- and points out what the candidates aren't saying. Fact-Checking the Candidates' Stump Speeches Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4126621/4126622" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Books New Book Takes Fresh Look at George Washington October 25, 2004 • In His Excellency: George Washington, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Joseph J. Ellis examines the myths and realities surrounding our nation's first president. Ellis suggests Washington was motivated as much by enlightened self-interest as idealism. Ellis speaks with NPR's Steve Inskeep. New Book Takes Fresh Look at George Washington Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4124835/4124836" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Books 'Old Farmer's Almanac' Updated for New Millennium October 25, 2004 • The Old Farmer's Almanac has been around since the 19th century, when its readership was mainly farmers. The newly released 2005 edition has been updated for a 21st-century audience. NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with publisher John Pierce. 'Old Farmer's Almanac' Updated for New Millennium Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4124823/4124824" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Politics Frist, Reid Address Congressional Partisanship October 22, 2004 • The current congressional session has been marred by bitter complaints of partisan politics. Two key Senate leaders agree parties have taken precedence over progress, but cite some recent legislation as a hopeful trend. Hear NPR's Steve Inskeep, Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, a Republican from Tennessee, and Senate Minority Whip Harry Reid, a Democrat from Nevada. Frist, Reid Address Congressional Partisanship Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4121841/4121842" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Your Money Credit Bureau Gives Texans a Poor Rating October 21, 2004 • According to figures released by Experian, one of the three major credit bureaus, Americans' credit ratings vary significantly by region. South Dakotans boast the best scores, Texans the worst. Hear NPR's Steve Inskeep and Beth Kobliner, author of Get A Financial Life. Credit Bureau Gives Texans a Poor Rating Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4120021/4120022" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Opinion Analysis Iraq Arms Buyback Effect October 21, 2004 • Iraq's interim government plans to buy back weapons to stop the flow of arms into Sadr City. Johanna Mendelson Forman of the U.N. Foundation says such programs have an immediate psychological effect, but other disarmament components are needed to create lasting security. She speaks with NPR's Steve Inskeep. Iraq Arms Buyback Effect Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4120019/4120020" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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World Drug Trade Threatens Afghan Revival October 21, 2004 • Patrick Fine of the U.S. Agency for International Development says there are real, tangible signs of progress in the reconstruction of Afghanistan. But he warns the rise of the opium trade threatens to derail the country's turnaround. Fine speaks with NPR's Steve Inskeep. Drug Trade Threatens Afghan Revival Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4120013/4120014" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Politics Senate, House to Confer on Intelligence Reform Plans October 20, 2004 • In an unusual post-session meeting, Senate and House conferences will come together Wednesday to hammer out the differences between their intelligence reform plans. Families of Sept. 11 victims are pushing to get the legislation through before Election Day. Hear NPR's Steve Inskeep and NPR's Andrea Seabrook. Senate, House to Confer on Intelligence Reform Plans Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4118045/4118046" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Books 'Why the Electoral College Is Bad for America' October 19, 2004 • In his book Why the Electoral College Is Bad for America, author George Edwards argues the system may be outdated and irrelevant in today's political climate. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Edwards about how the Electoral College impacts voting in the United States. 'Why the Electoral College Is Bad for America' Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4115994/4115995" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Law Britain to Try Radical Cleric October 19, 2004 • British authorities charge radical Islamic cleric Abu Hamza al-Masri with urging followers to kill non-Muslims. The United States had wanted Britain to extradite al-Masri. Tuesday's action means that he will face charges in British courts instead. Hear NPR's Steve Inskeep and NPR's Anthony Kuhn. Britain to Try Radical Cleric Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4115978/4115979" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Science Schwarzenegger Backs Embryonic Stem Cell Work October 19, 2004 • California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger endorses a $3-billion bond measure that would fund human embryonic stem cell research. The endorsement comes as California faces record deficits. Fellow Republicans have backed limits on embryonic stem cell research. Hear NPR's Steve Inskeep and political analyst Sherry Bebitch Jeffe. Schwarzenegger Backs Embryonic Stem Cell Work Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/4116561/4116562" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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