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The Brian Lehrer Show

Thursday, October 10, 2002
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    Defeated But Not Deflated

    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.

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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.