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(Getty Images)Shifting Racial Attitudes
As the election looms near, the narrowing gap between Obama and McCain has some folks wondering if race is playing a bigger role in this presidential race than previously thought. We take a look at how shifting racial attitudes are playing out on the campaign trail. Plus: Get ready to stand. Seatless subway cars are coming to a rush hour near you.
The Color of Change
How have people's ideas about race changed the political landscape for the upcoming general election? NYT magazine contributing writer Matt Bai, Ronald Walters professor of Government and Politics at the University of Maryland, College Park, and John McWhorter, a senior fellow with the Manhattan Institute, talk about the shift.
"Is Obama the End of Black Politics?" NYT Magazine 8/6/2008
"ObamaKids" by John McWhorter, New York Magazine 8/10/2008
Obama's Racial Catch 22
"The race card" has been a large point of contention in the both the primaries and general elections. But is accusing someone of playing the card just as bad as 'playing it' yourself? Adam Serwer, writing fellow at the American Prospect, looks at the racial dimension of John McCain's criticisms of Barack Obama.
No Time to Think
Do you eat al desko? Did you know that it's killing your creativity? Free time to just think is invaluable. David Levy, professor at the Information School at the University of Washington, and Tony Buzan, inventor of Mind Maps, explain how to carve out time and to utilize your creative mind.
Seatless Subway Cars
The MTA plans to introduce "standing room only" subway cars in hopes of accommodating more riders during rush hour. Pete Donohue, transit reporter for The Daily News, discusses the details of the plan.
Heightened Surveillance
New York law enforcement has a few initiatives in the works that would keep closer tabs on vehicles in the city. The New York Times Police Bureau Chief Al Baker gives the details.
The Great Literacy Debate
Elizabeth Birr Moje, professor of Literacy, Language, and Culture in Educational Studies at the University of Michigan, and Sunil Iyengar, director of Research and Analysis at the National Endowment for the Arts discuss the new literacy issues presented by computers and the internet.
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