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The Brian Lehrer Show

Monday, January 31, 2005
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    Frostbitten

    In 2004, redistricting by Republicans caused Texas Representative Martin Frost to lose the seat he'd held in Congress for 26 years. Now he wants to fight the GOP back as the new chair of the Democratic National Committee. But first he'll have to best a field of candidates that includes Howard Dean.

The Ballot of Iraq

Tony Karon, world editor for Time.com, discusses the immediate outcome of the Iraqi elections
» Time.com's Iraqi election site
and
Dan Murphy, Middle East correspondent for the Christian Science Monitor
» Christian Science Monitor

Frostbitten?

Martin Frost, former Representative (D-Texas-24th District-Dallas area) wants to be the next DNC chair.
» MartinFrost.com

Sing Sing, Muse!

Ralph Blumenthal, New York Times southwest bureau chief (based in Houston), explains the mystique of Sing Sing prison.
» The New York Times

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.