National

Opinion

Analysis

Seeing the Post-Election Future of Colin Powell

October 31, 2004 • Senior news analyst NPR's Daniel Schorr wonders about the post-election future of Secretary of State Colin Powell.

Business

Salem Seeks to Re-Brand a Spooky Image

October 31, 2004 • Salem, Mass., is looking for a new image beyond witches that will attract tourists beyond Halloween. Many business people are hoping to re-brand Salem for year-round appeal, with upscale restaurants, galleries and museums. But resident witches are among those who say the city shouldn't mess with success, NPR's Tovia Smith reports.

Obituaries

Morgen Jacobs, a Soldier Fallen in Iraq

October 31, 2004 • Rachel Goodman from member station KUSP remembers the life and death of Army Spc. Morgen Jacobs of Santa Cruz, California.

Life's a Bike: The Tour de Bronx

October 31, 2004 • Jeff Lunden participated in the 40-mile "Tour de Bronx" bicycle race last weekend and produced an audio postcard of one of New York City's lesser-known boroughs.

Books

Arkham House: Home to Horror, Sci-Fi Writers

October 31, 2004 • After horror writer H.P. Lovecraft died in 1937, his friends founded a publishing house to preserve his legacy. Obscure but influential, Arkham House gave sci-fi writer Ray Bradbury and others their first big break. Wisconsin Public Radio's Brian Bull reports.

Weekend Edition Sunday

Ohio Braces for Vote Challenge

October 31, 2004 • GOP leaders in Ohio are trying to challenge the validity of some voters' registration. Democrats say the challenge is unconstitutional. Several lawsuits remain unresolved. Janet Babin of member station WCPN in Cleveland reports.

'Hell House' in Hollywood

October 30, 2004 • For a decade, Christian fundamentalist groups have used a kit designed by a Colorado pastor to battle sin with performances of "Hell House." Now a Hollywood producer is using the script in a satirical show. Alex Cohen of member station KQED reports.

All Things Considered

Native American Voters Draw More Attention

October 30, 2004 • This year's tight presidential race has contributed to strong efforts to encourage Native Americans to vote -- and to make sure their voting rights are protected. Wisconsin Public Radio's Brian Bull reports.

Weekend Edition Saturday

Two Views of the Campaign in Michigan

October 30, 2004 • NPR's Scott Simon checks in with two volunteers, each representing their respective candidate, from the Michigan campaign.

Birdwatching and Blogging in Iraq

October 30, 2004 • NPR's Scott Simon speaks with "John," a soldier with the U.S. National Guard in Iraq, who keeps track of the birds and other creatures he has seen while on duty, and posts his observations on an internet "blog."

Weekend Edition Saturday

Kerry Reacts to Bin Laden Tape

October 30, 2004 • Sen. John Kerry reacted to the release of the latest video from Osama bin Laden with a statement of condemnation. NPR's Scott Horsley reports.

All Things Considered

Candidates Seek Strong Finish

October 30, 2004 • With less then three days left until the election, President Bush and Sen. John Kerry are on the stump in the swing states. Hear NPR's Jennifer Ludden, NPR's Andrea Seabrook and NPR's David Welna.

Sports

Boston Celebrates Red Sox Win

October 30, 2004 • A crowd estimated at 3 million people -- perhaps the largest in Boston's history -- gathers Saturday to celebrate the Red Sox first World Series victory since 1918. Hear Martha Bebinger of member station WBUR.

Boston Celebrates Red Sox Win

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Media

Josh Rushing's Surprise Role in 'Control Room'

October 30, 2004 • Former Marine Capt. Josh Rushing served in the Central Command media office early in the Iraq war. His work with journalists at the al Jazeera network was featured in the documentary Control Room, making him an unwitting film star. Rushing speaks with NPR's Jennifer Ludden.

News

Bush, Kerry React to Bin Laden

October 30, 2004 • President Bush and Sen. John Kerry answer the most recent video tape released by al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden. Both pledge an all-out war on terrorism, while their campaigns snipe at each other over their respective responses. Hear NPR's David Welna and NPR's Scott Horsley.

Bush, Kerry React to Bin Laden

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