Economy Congress Fast-Tracks Housing Rescue Bill July 24, 2008 • Congress has put the far-reaching housing bill on a fast track to the president. The House passed the measure Wednesday, and it goes to the Senate this week. It would help homeowners facing foreclosure, and put in place a rescue plan for troubled Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Congress Fast-Tracks Housing Rescue Bill Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/92864134/92864104" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Election 2008 Obama Meets Warmth, Skepticism In Mideast July 23, 2008 • Barack Obama is in Israel and the Palestinian territories Wednesday. The Democratic presidential candidate meets with senior officials of the Israeli government and Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas. Obama is greeted warmly but with some skepticism by Israelis and Palestinians. Obama Meets Warmth, Skepticism In Mideast Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/92809588/92809550" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Election 2008 With Obama Away, McCain Polishes Domestic Plans July 22, 2008 • Barack Obama has been making news traveling around the Middle East in an effort to strengthen his foreign policy experience. John McCain is at home polishing his credentials on domestic economic issues. With Obama Away, McCain Polishes Domestic Plans Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/92768054/92768032" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Election 2008 Obama Visits Iraq After Afghanistan, Kuwait Stops July 21, 2008 • Barack Obama is in Iraq, where he'll meet with U.S. commanders and troops, as well as Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki. The presumptive Democratic presidential nominee met with President Hamid Karzai in Afghanistan this weekend and then made a stop in Kuwait. Soraya Sarhaddi Nelson talks about the trip on 'Morning Edition.' Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/92728643/92728629" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Election 2008 Obama Embarks On Tour Of Europe, Mideast July 18, 2008 • Illinois senator Barack Obama begins his travels this weekend to meet with leaders in Europe and the Middle East. It's his first trip abroad as the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee. Obama's campaign hopes the trip will show his preparedness to deal with foreign policy. Obama Embarks On Tour Of Europe, Mideast Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/92663995/92663964" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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National Bush Offers Assurances On Economy, Energy Costs July 15, 2008 • In a White House news conference Tuesday, President Bush tried to reassure Americans that the financial system is sound. He's urging Congress to pass laws to make it possible to shore up government-sponsored mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. He also spoke about oil drilling and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Bush Offers Assurances On Economy, Energy Costs Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/92553035/92552544" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Planet Money Panel To Hear Testimony On Fannie-Freddie Plan July 15, 2008 • Two proponents of the plan to prop up Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke and Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson — testify before Congress on Tuesday to compel Congress to take action. Meantime, despite government assurances, stocks are plunging in the finance sector. Panel To Hear Testimony On Fannie-Freddie Plan Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/92545022/92545005" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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National Pentagon Developments On Iran, Air Force Tankers July 9, 2008 • Iran's missile test comes during the same week that the U.S. made progress on a missile defense system in Europe. One of the system's goals would be to defend against Iran's missiles. Meantime, the Pentagon is expected to announce whether the Air Force will take new bids to build refueling tankers. Pentagon Developments On Iran, Air Force Tankers Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/92357264/92357241" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Politics Bipartisan Group Proposes New War Powers Law July 8, 2008 • A bipartisan study group led by two former secretaries of state — James Baker and Warren Christopher — is proposing new war powers legislation. It would require the president to consult lawmakers before initiating combat lasting longer than a week, except in emergencies. Bipartisan Group Proposes New War Powers Law Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/92319381/92319560" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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World African Poverty Tops G-8 Agenda July 7, 2008 • President Bush and other world leaders kicked off the G-8 summit Monday in Japan, with poverty in Africa at the top of the agenda. Three years ago, members set a goal of increasing world aid to Africa by 2010, but some worry that they will fall short. African Poverty Tops G-8 Agenda Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/92278841/92278818" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Election 2008: Money, Media & Influence Obama Pins Hopes on Fundraising Power June 20, 2008 • Sen. Barack Obama is the first major-party candidate since the 1970s to bypass public financing in a presidential campaign. The Democrat is counting on his fundraising success to give him a big advantage in the fall race. Obama Pins Hopes on Fundraising Power Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/91724104/91724068" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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World Iraqi Forces Target Sadr's Militias June 20, 2008 • In southern Iraq, Iraqi security forces have launched a fresh campaign against Shiite militias loyal to cleric Muqtada al-Sadr. The troops met no resistance as they entered the city of Amara, a hub for smugglers bringing weapons in from Iran. Iraqi Forces Target Sadr's Militias Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/91724072/91724056" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Election 2008: Money, Media & Influence Obama Rejects Public Funds for Fall Campaign June 19, 2008 • Sen. Barack Obama is opting out of the public campaign finance system. The Obama campaign will forego more than $80 million in public funds, but will also avoid spending limits on money raised privately. Don Gonyea and Steve Inskeep Discuss Obama's Decision Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/91683763/91680919" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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World Karzai Threatens Troop Buildup on Pakistan Border June 16, 2008 • Afghan President Hamid Karzai said Sunday that he may send soldiers into Pakistan to fight militant groups operating on the border separating the countries. His comments are likely to heighten tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Karzai Threatens Troop Buildup on Pakistan Border Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/91544425/91544381" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Analysis Political Wrap-Up: McCain, Obama and Russert June 16, 2008 • Host Steve Inskeep talks to NPR's Scott Horsley about the latest controversy involving John McCain's campaign, Barack Obama's Father's Day speech, and the death of Tim Russert, host of NBC's Meet the Press. Political Wrap-Up: McCain, Obama and Russert Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/91544417/91544378" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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