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Full Episode: January 27, 2012

This week, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton wants off the "high wire of American politics." Then, the First Lady announces new regulations for school lunches, which some question as too intrusive by the government. Behind the Headlines, Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) on her run for Senate.

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Panelists discuss how Secretary Clinton's absence will impact women in politics:

"Hillary may be tired, but she's not done yet. She will continue to impact women's lives, maybe not in politics, but in other visibly public arenas."

~Irene Natividad, Global Summit of Women President~

"It will have no effect. She was one of several trailblazers that make it more commonplace for women to be in politics. Also, she will continue to be active and vocal as a private citizen."

~Cheri Jacobus, Conservative Commentator~

Panelists: Global Summit of Women President Irene Natividad; Center for Equal Opportunity Chair Linda Chavez; Former Judge and Federal Prosecutor Debra Carnahan; and Republican Strategist Cheri Jacobus.

This Week's Featured Topics:

Her Next Act: Secretary of State Hillary Clinton declares her desire to get off the "high wire of American politics."

First Lady Lunching: First Lady Michelle Obama announces new regulations in school lunches, leading some to question the government's involvement in our food choices.

Tammy Baldwin for Senate: Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) on her run for Senate, which would make her the first female Senator in the state of Wisconsin.

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