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Political journalist Ron Brownstein shares his opinion on the presidential candidates' bipartisan track records. Musician-activist Tom Morello discusses the cultural significance of an Obama presidency.
Ron Brownstein
Ron Brownstein
Political journalist discusses Gov. Palin's treatment by the Democrats and the media since she became the Republican VP nominee. (1:29)
Full interview. (11:04)
Veteran journalist Ron Brownstein is political director for Atlantic Media Company, publisher of The Atlantic and National Journal. He was previously political correspondent and a columnist with the Los Angeles Times and chief political correspondent for U.S. News and World Report. Brownstein has received several journalism awards and was named one of Washington's 20 "best and most influential" journalists by Washingtonian Magazine. He's the author/editor of six books, including The Second Civil War.
Tom Morello
Tom Morello
Musician-activist tells the story of Rage Against the Machines run-in with riot police at the conventions. (4:10)
Full interview. (11:36)
Famed for his unique style, Tom Morello is one of the most influential guitarists in modern rock. He performed with the bands Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave and played on the Talladega Nights film score. Since '04, he's also performed as a solo acoustic artist, combining activism and music, under the pseudonym The Nightwatchman. Known for his outspoken politics, the Harvard alum co-founded Axis of Justice, an organization that focuses on peace, human rights and economic justice issues.