November 10, 2006
The Chicago Tribune's Clarence Page weighs in on the Democratic victory and Rumsfeld's departure. Actor Alan Arkin says what he does on-screen is an expression of his life, but not the reason for it.
Clarence Page
Chicago Tribune columnist Clarence Page writes with passion and style. He has a Pulitzer Prize for commentary and has been inducted into The Chicago Journalism Hall of Fame. His column is syndicated nationally in more than 150 newspapers. He's also written several books, including Showing My Color: Impolite Essays on Race and Identity. Page began his journalism career as a freelance writer and photographer at age 17. He's a contributor to various news programs and has hosted several PBS documentaries.
Alan Arkin
Alan Arkin is an award-winning actor, who's starred in films, plays and on TV. A founding member of the famed Second City improv troupe, he's equally comfortable in comedy and dramatic roles. He's also directed projects for all media. Arkin began his career as a singer-songwriter and co-wrote "The Banana Boat Song," which Harry Belafonte made into a mega-hit. The New York native is the author of a number of books, including The Lemming Condition, which is in the White House Library.


