T.J. Raphael appears in the following:
The Cross Examination of Dick Cheney
Thursday, December 11, 2014
David Nevin, lead defense counsel for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, tells The Takeaway what questions he would ask former Vice President Dick Cheney if he were to the stand at KSM's trial.
KSM's Defense Has Questions For VP Cheney
Thursday, December 11, 2014
In light of the Senate report on CIA torture, Khalid Sheikh Mohammed's lead defense attorney describes what questions he would ask former V.P. Dick Cheney if he took the stand at Gitmo.
Elizabeth Warren Takes on Dems in Spending Fight
Thursday, December 11, 2014
Lawmakers are hoping to pass a $1.1 trillion spending bill to avoid another government shutdown—and it could prove to be a big political moment for Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren.
Why It's So Hard to Discipline a Police Officer
Thursday, December 11, 2014
WNYC's Robert Lewis managed to get the story about one complaint against an NYPD last year, and it sheds new light on why disciplining police is so difficult.
Meet The Man Who 'Saved' The Motor City
Thursday, December 11, 2014
The Motor City has emerged from bankruptcy. The Takeaway speaks to the former emergency manager, a man who many credit for turning the city around.
America: Kicking an Addiction to Mid East Oil?
Thursday, December 11, 2014
On Wednesday, the price of a barrel of oil fell to a five year low. For the first time in years, gas prices across the country are below $3.00 a gallon.
It's Terrifyingly Easy to Be an Armed Security Guard
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
A new investigation into the armed security guard industry finds that applicants face little scrutiny and few training hours before they're on patrol.
Torture & The Law: Justifying the Unjustifiable
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
We already have the legal framework for preventing torture, but it hasn't worked. We explore what new policies should be put in place, and the ways existing policies can be enforced.
Kerry Asks for Unfettered War Against ISIS
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
While everyone was focused on the torture report, Sec. of State John Kerry testified before Congress and said that the president wants virtually no restrictions to fight against ISIS.
AFI Cranks it Up to 11 with Their List of Best Pictures of the Year
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
Instead of offering a top 10 list of best pictures, as they've done every year, the American Film Institute compiled a top 11 list for 2014. Here's why.
Torture Report: Past Mistakes & Future Prosecutions?
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
The CIA went out of is way to lie to the White House and Congress about the intelligence derived from torture, and the level of violence inflicted on detainees, among other things.
How the Supreme Court Became an 'Echo Chamber'
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
An new investigation finds that a small, elite group of attorneys are increasingly more likely to have their cases heard before the Supreme Court.
Building a Case for Life on Mars
Tuesday, December 09, 2014
New evidence shows that early in the history of the planet, Mars likely had rivers, lakes, and oceans of water for tens of millions of years—potentially long enough for life to form.
ACLU Director: Prosecute or Pardon Bush for CIA Torture
Tuesday, December 09, 2014
The ACLU executive director says that President Obama should prosecute or pardon President Bush and members of his administration to establish, with finality, that torture is illegal.
The CIA Torture Report: A 'Gut Check Moment' for U.S. Democracy
Tuesday, December 09, 2014
The report, which includes several disturbing findings, finds that "the interrogations of CIA detainees were brutal and far worse than the CIA represented to policymakers and others."
U.S. Bogged Down With Too Many Cranberries
Tuesday, December 09, 2014
The holiday season is the golden hour for cranberries. But this year there are a few too many berries for Americans to consume.
The Secret Government Relationship Worth Millions
Tuesday, December 09, 2014
A New York Times investigation finds that state attorneys general have formed unprecedented alliances with energy firms—relationships worth millions.
Making Money Off Music in the Digital Age
Monday, December 08, 2014
The provocative musician and songwriter explains how she's tried to remain malleable and employed in the age of digital music sharing.
Revelations of an Undercover Teacher in North Korea
Monday, December 08, 2014
Suki Kim went undercover in North Korea, posing as an English teacher at the nation's most elite university. Here's what she found.
What Went Wrong in the Failed Hostage Rescue
Monday, December 08, 2014
This weekend, the U.S. military attempted to save photojournalist Luke Somers from an Al Qaeda terrorist group. The attempt failed, resulting in the death of Somers and eight others.