June 21, 2006
Time political columnist Joe Klein weighs in on the state of politics today. Musician Neko Case explains why she prefers live venues and demonstrates her considerable talent in a special performance.
Joe Klein
Journalist Joe Klein is best known as the "anonymous" author of the best-selling book, Primary Colors. A senior writer at Time, Klein's "In the Arena" column covers national and international affairs. He's a veteran of eight presidential campaigns and has been a CBS News consultant, Rolling Stone Washington bureau chief and political columnist for The New Yorker. His articles have appeared in numerous publications, and his books include The Natural, on the Clinton presidency, and Politics Lost.
Neko Case

Musician Neko Case explains her decision not to use "auto-tune."
Although her early exposure was to country and gospel music, Neko Case claims no particular musical genre. She's made her mark in everything from punk to pop, in groups and solo. Case calls Tacoma, WA home, but began her musical career in Canada. She taught herself to sing and play guitar and other instruments. She's also an accomplished visual artist. This year, Case was named Female Artist of the Year at the Plug Independent Music Awards and released her 4th solo album, 'Fox Confessor Brings the Flood.'


