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The Brian Lehrer Show / August 27, 2002

The Brian Lehrer Show

Tuesday, August 27, 2002
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    They Want To Be Governor

    Though Carl McCall and Andrew Cuomo may see eye-to-eye on many issues, their roots couldn't be further apart. McCall, whose father left the family, grew up in a working class neighborhood in Boston while Cuomo's father has been a household name for the past 20 years or more. What experiences shaped the lives of the Democratic gubernatorial candidates? What has defined their contrasting leadership styles?

Back to School

Jill Levy, president of the Council of School Supervisors and Administrators, comments on the new Chancellor’s decision to add two more school days. website

What Jew Doin'?

Mike Posner, executive director of Lawyers Committee for Human Rights, wanrs that European anti-semitism is sharply on the rise.

What's on First?

Listeners' comments on how they identify themselves.

Empire of the Son

Mike Tomasky who writes "The City Politic" for New York Magazine, says Andrew Cuomo is a man of ideas.

The Real McCall

Randal Archibold, metro reporter for the New York Times, says Carl McCall is a man on a mission.

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30 Issues in 30 Days

The Brian Lehrer Show

Once again, 30 Issues in 30 Days is taking on the election season by going beyond the horse race and examining the real issues that are at stake for the people of New York and New Jersey in the Mayoral and Gubernatorial contest. See the schedule and help craft the segments at the 30 Issues Wiki!

Michael Moore on Brian's 20th Anniversary

The Brian Lehrer Show

Live from the Greene Space: Michael Moore talks about his new documentary, Capitalism: A Love Story and Brian celebrates the 20 year anniversary of The Brian Lehrer Show.

A person dressed as a bear to represent a bear market performs outside the New York Stock Exchange on October 6, 200 in New York. Wall Street tumbled after the opening bell as fallout from the credit crisis triggered concerns about the economy and the Dow fell below 10,000 for the first time in four years.

Uncommon Indicators

The Brian Lehrer Show

The Brian Lehrer Show wants to hear how the economy is affecting the little things in your daily life. Share your stories and photos of the downturn.

Help us map abandoned lots, stalled construction and unsold condos.

Digesting Politics

Brian, Bob, and Andrea

WNYC's political team of Brian Lehrer, Bob Hennelly, and Andrea Bernstein talk politics and more over lunch each week. Hear the latest episode and subscribe to the podcast here!

Video Picks

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Check out some recent video clips of interviews with guests and Brian Lehrer's weekly Web video picks.