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The Brian Lehrer Show / September 19, 2002

The Brian Lehrer Show

Thursday, September 19, 2002
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    What's in this year at fashion week: hollywood glamour, alligator platform shoes, and very few logos. There is scarcely a pair of interlocking Cs or a single LV or PRADA to be seen on the men and women who strut in Bryant Park this week. Throughout the economic boom of the 90s labels grew to gigantic proportions, so is their sudden decline be seen a case of art imitating life? Also:

The Debate to Debate

Douglas Muzzio, professor of Political Science at the School of Public Affairs at Baruch College, gives a history of strategies in tackling the gubernatorial debate and talks about Pataki's demand to include minority party candidates

Green with Envy

Ted Glick, Green Party candidate for US Senator in New Jersey, says he should be included in senatorial debates

A Sacred Trust

Gwenn Carr, Vice President and Secretary to the Board of MetLife and Sister Patricia Wolf, executive director of the Interfaith Center for Corporate Responsibility, discuss corporate and socially responsible investment post-Enron.

Hispanic Attack

Gerson Borrero, editor-in-chief of El Diario/La Prensa, on the Latino vote in the race for Governor

Open Phones

Union members speak out on their organization supporting Pataki.

An Accessory to Murder

Tracie Rozhon, business reporter for the New York Times who covers high-end retail, examines the recent trend of handbag buyers shunning the logo.

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30 Issues in 30 Days

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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

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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

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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.