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The Brian Lehrer Show / January 07, 2005

The Brian Lehrer Show

Friday, January 07, 2005
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  • "I Consider the Geneva Conventions Neither Obsolete Nor Quaint"

    Alberto Gonzalez came under harsh criticism from Senate Democrats and some Republicans in confirmation hearings yesterday for the office of Attorney General. While he is widely expected to pass this test, his reputation may be damaged.

Texas Two Step

Michael Isikoff Investigative Reporter, Newsweek offers commentary from the Alberto Gonzales confirmation hearings
» Newsweek
and
Terence Samuel chief Congressional correspondent for US News & World ummarizes the Alberto Gonzales hearings
» US News & World Report

Open Phones

listners call in on whether parents should allow their kids and friends to drink

Got Milk?

Florence Williams writer for the New York Times Magazine on her experience breast feeding and passing on toxins to her baby
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Carol Ryan a nurse and director of parenting and lactation services at Georgetown University Hospital on the benefits of breast feeding, and new milk banks

Open Phones

listeners tell us what to do, what to see, what to read

30 issues in 30 days graphic

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.