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Republican presidential hopeful Sen. John McCain surrounded by the media in New Hampshire. ((Getty Images))
“Who would be the best Democrat to run against John McCain?” came up as a direct question in Monday night’s debate. Political analyst Ron Brownstein reviews the answers from Clinton, Obama, and Edwards. Also, reaction to Gov. Spitzer’s budget address and a review of John Edwards’ public record.
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Guests:
Ron BrownsteinHow To Spend $124 Billion
New York Daily News political reporter Elizabeth Benjamin gives us the rundown on Governor Spitzer's proposed 2008-2009 budget. Then, New York State Senator Liz Kreuger (D-Manhattan) and New York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (R-Suffolk County) react.
Are You The One: Who Can Beat John McCain?
Ron Brownstein, political analyst with the National Journal, looks at how the Democratic candidates would fare in a McCain match-up and whether McCain will even get the nomination.
Are You The One: John Edwards' Record
Jonathan Allen, reporter for the Congressional Quarterly's CQ Politics.com, and Ken Walsh, U.S. News and World Report White House correspondent, look at John Edwards' campaign and senate record.
Naked Lunch
...in which we lay bare what's on your plate. Gird yourself as Marian Burros, reporter for the New York Times, and Marion Nestle, professor of nutrition food studies and public health at New York University, talk about mercury levels in sushi--as well as the newly revamped ...