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April 19, 2004

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Sen. John McCain critiques the situation in Iraq and the 9/11 panel considerations. Actor David Duchovny explains the challenge of comedic roles.


Sen. John McCain

Sen. John McCain

Sen. John McCain

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Often called a "maverick,' Arizona's senior senator John McCain breaks GOP party lines and is quite outspoken. He opposed the '01 tax cut, is an advocate for government reform and passionately pushed the campaign finance legislation that bears his name. A potential '08 presidential candidate, McCain began his career as a Navy aviator and spent 5 years as a Viet Nam POW. He's a best-selling author and, in his latest book, Character Is Destiny, pays tributes to men and women who have lived truthfully.


 

David Duchovny

David Duchovny

David Duchovny

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The X-Files made David Duchovny an international celebrity. What began as a lark on the way to a Ph.D. at Yale became his calling, and the Emmy-nominated actor brings that intense intellect to his roles. Before stardom, he had a recurring role on the series, Twin Peaks, and made guest appearances on The Larry Sanders Show. Crossing over to the big screen, Duchovny's film credits include Return To Me and Full Frontal. He makes his film directorial and writing debut with the coming-of-age drama, House of D.