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The Brian Lehrer Show

Monday, November 29, 2004
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    Return to Kansas

    Writer Thomas Frank says working class people in the heartland vote against their economic self-interest when they vote Republican, even if the GOP better reflects their values. That’s why the Democrats should get religion, says columnist Nicholas Kristof.

The Business of Politics

Alan Murray, Washington Bureau Chief for CNBC and co-host of The Capitol Report, breaks down the latest news from Washington
» The Capitol Report

A Fine Bowl of Borscht

Iryna Kurowyckyj President of the Ukrainian National Women's League of America says New York Ukrainians are united behind Yushchenko
» Ukranian National Women's League of America

Matters of the Heartland

Nicholas Kristof, Columnist for the New York Times, on appealing to voters in middle America
» Nicholas Kristof's blog
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Thomas Frank, Author, What's the Matter with Kansas?: How Conservatives Won the Heart of America, (Metropolitan Books, 2001)

Village Opera

Peter Kiesewalter arranger and musician for the East Village Opera Company
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Tyley Ross lead singer for the East Village Opera Company
» East Village Opera Company

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

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.

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.