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The Brian Lehrer Show / October 01, 2003

The Brian Lehrer Show

Wednesday, October 01, 2003
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  • The Fear Factor

    Benjamin Barber argues that the McWorld is not a democracy. He accuses the Bush administration of confusing free-market ideology -- sold on the sizzle of brand-marketing -- with the spread of democratic ideals. Barber is the author of Fear's Empire: War, Terrorists, and Democracy. According to Barber: "The two axial principals of our time – tribalism and globalism – clash at every point except one: they may both be threatening to democracy."

What Wesley Knew and When He Knew It

Sydney H. Schanberg Pulitzer Prize winning journalist on the surprise revelations in General Clark's new book," Winning Modern Wars"

Tender Loving Medi-Care

Marie Cocco Columnist for Newsday looks at Howard Dean's stance on Medicare in the early 90's and Eve Kessler Reporter for the Forward on Dean's Middle East policy

Beyond Fear's Legacy

Benjamin Barber author, Fear's Empire: War, Terrorists, and Democracy (Norton, 2003) (and "Jihad vs. McWorld") reflects on a post-containment foreign policy strategy

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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.