An ever-vigilant presence in New York City politics, Mark Green laments that American politics have been infected by the "evil of access," special interest groups controlling politicians through campaign donations and CEOs currying favor with legislators through special "gifts." The former mayoral candidate will discuss his new book, Selling Out.
Up in Smoke
WNYC’s Amy Eddings reports on the council hearings on a smoking ban in New York.
Decision Time
Associate Editor Karen DeYoung of The Washington Post discusses the Congressional hearings on the resolution to attack Iraq. The New York Sun’s Washington correspondant Timothy Starks explains why Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney is voting against the wishes of thousands of her constituents.
Neglected and Dejected
Saisuresh Sivaswamy, managing editor of India Abroad, says the war on terrorism has failed to strengthen relations between the United States and India.
Green And Greenbacks
Former public advocate Mark Green talks about his book, Selling Out: How Big Corporate Money Buys Elections, Rams Through Legislation, and Betrays Our Democracy (Regan Books, 2002).
Open Phones
Callers ambivalent about going to Iraq comment on the debate.