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June 7, 2004

Nebraska Sen. Chuck Hagel reflects on the legacy of former President Reagan and comments on George Tenet's resignation. Actor Jon Cryer discusses TV's reality show fad.


Sen. Chuck Hagel

Sen. Chuck Hagel

Sen. Chuck Hagel

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A fourth generation Nebraskan, Chuck Hagel is the state's senior senator and a key member of the Foreign Relations and Intelligence Committees. He's a highly decorated Vietnam combat veteran and former Deputy Administrator of the Veterans Administration. Hagel has announced his retirement from the Senate at the end of his term in 2009 and has a new book, America: Our Next Chapter, set for release this spring. Prior to his election, he was president of an Omaha-based investment banking firm.


 

Jon Cryer

Jon Cryer

Jon Cryer

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Jon Cryer is adjusting to the success of his sitcom, Two and a Half Men. For the New York native, acting is the family business. The son of Broadway actors, Cryer modeled as a child. He studied at London's prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts before completing his senior year at the Bronx High School of Science. Cryer made his film debut in No Small Affair and earned rave reviews for his role in Pretty in Pink. He also has credits on the stage, as well as behind the scenes as a writer and producer.