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The Brian Lehrer Show

Monday, December 13, 2004
  • Pro Choice, Pro-Fetus

    Frances Kissling, President of Catholics for Free Choice, recently urged her group’s members to place more value on the lives of unborn children. Some abortion rights advocates think she’s sold out, but Kissling says it’s time to reevaluate what the movement is all about.

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Peter Grier Washington Editor, Christian Science Monitor on the news out of Washington
» Christian Science Monitor
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Wayne Barrett Senior Editor at the Village Voice, and Author, Rudy: An Investigative Biography of Rudolph Giuliani (Basic Books, 2001)says power was an aphrodisiac for Sharpton and Kerik
» Village Voice

New Amsterdam turns 95

Jamal E. Watson, executive editor to the Amsterdam News on the 95th anniversary of the Amsterdam news and taking over as editor
» Amsterdam News

The Cardinal of Choice

Frances Kissling, president and chief executive officer of Catholics for a Free Choice on being a pro choice Catholic
» Catholics for Choice

Nanny 911

Kathleen Webb President of Home/Work solutions, a company which provides payroll and tax services to families who employ domestic employees, founded in 1993 after the Zoe Baird confirmation process says there are real consequences to not paying taxes for your nanny
» Nanny Network

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 show with a 20 year news quiz.

Happy 150th Birthday, Evolution!

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Richard Dawkins, biologist, professor of the Public Understanding of Science at Oxford University, and author of many books on science, most recently, The Greatest Show on Earth: The Evidence for Evolution, talks about Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species, which was published on 24 November 1859.

What's Next for the Movement?

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In the aftermath of President Obama's campaign, Kevin Powell, Brooklyn-based community activist has written a new book, Open Letters to America: Essays by Kevin Powell, outlining his thoughts about political engagement, particularly among African-American youth.

No Logo: One Decade Later

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Journalist and activist Naomi Klein discusses the ten-year anniversary of the release of her landmark book NO LOGO: Taking Aim at the Brand Bullies.

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.

Video Picks

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