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  • The Right to Marry

    Gay couples in the United States are fighting for more than civil unions or domestic partnerships. They want the right to marry. And in six states--Massachusetts, Connecticut, Iowa, Vermont, Maine and New Hampshire--same-sex marriage is legal. But the fight continues in Minnesota, New York and the nation's most populous state--California. In California, the State Supreme Court struck down Proposition 22 in May 2008, giving gay couples the "right to marry" only to have that decision overturned with the passage of Proposition 8 in November 2008.

    Is marriage a civil rights issue?

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    The "right to marry" struggle raises a number of questions. Is marriage a right? Is the same-sex marriage fight a civil rights struggle reminiscent of the 1960s civil rights movement? Does limiting the term "marriage" to one man and one woman deprive same-sex couples of the nomenclature only? Are civil unions or domestic partnerships enough? And finally, there is the question of religion. What role does and should religion play in the legal debate over marriage?

    Check out show interviews, Web-exclusive video and blog posts about same-sex marriage, and join the discussion.


    Wednesday, May 13, 2009
  • Still Separate and Unequal?
    Fifty years after nine African American teenagers integrated Central High School in Little Rock, AR, the country continues to struggle with segregation and inequality in its schools and beyond.

    Check out a sampling of opinions and join the discussion.
    Wednesday, September 12, 2007
  • Faith & Politics
    Thomas Jefferson popularized the phrase, "separation between church and state" and the U.S. has a long history of doing so. But religious leaders and ideas have an equally long tradition of influencing politics. Imagine the civil rights movement without African American churches; abolition without the "godly crusade to end slavery;" or prohibition without religious leaders preaching against alcohol consumption.

    With today's debates over abortion, gay marriage, stem cell research and faith-based initiatives, religion and politics are arguably as intertwined as ever. Some people want to get religion out of secular space, while others want to bring it in more.

    Check out a sampling of opinions on the topic and join the discussion.
    Thursday, April 26, 2007
  • Roundup: Iraq Troop Surge
    Despite polls indicating that most Americans oppose sending additional troops to Iraq, the president has made such a proposal the centerpiece of his new plan. Journalists and foreign policy experts weigh in on how a surge of U.S. troops will impact the situation in Iraq.
    Wednesday, March 21, 2007
  • What Now for the NAACP?
    Bruce Gordon's resignation as president leaves lingering questions about the future of the NAACP.
    Friday, March 9, 2007

 

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  • Rep. Anh "Joseph" Cao
    Wednesday, November 11, 2009
    Louisiana congressman--the sole Republican in the House to vote for healthcare reform--explains why he supported the bill.
  • Adam Nagourney
    Wednesday, November 4, 2009
    The New York Times' national political correspondent analyzes the off-year election results.
  • Madeleine Albright
    Wednesday, October 28, 2009
    Former Secretary of State weighs in on the situations in Pakistan, Afhanistan and Iraq and explains the correlation between pins and foreign policy.
  • Rep. Ron Paul
    Wednesday, October 21, 2009
    Former presidential candidate weighs in on the situation in Afghanistan and explains points made in his book, End the Fed.
  • Ambassador Michael Oren
    Monday, October 19, 2009
    Israel's envoy to the U.S. discusses equity in U.S. actions in the Middle East and assesses Prime Minister Netanyahu's policies and the challenge to the peace process.
  • Sen. Bill Nelson
    Tuesday, October 13, 2009
    Florida senator and Finance Committee member discusses the timeline for reform and when most Americans might feel the impact.
  • Max Blumenthal
    Monday, October 5, 2009
    Journalist, blogger and author of Republican Gomorrah assesses whether there is hope for the GOP.
  • Tom Ridge
    Wednesday, September 30, 2009
    Former Homeland Security secretary comments on securing U.S.-Mexican borders, the role of the economy in the safety of the U.S. and explains why he wrote the book, The Test of Our Times.
  • Rep. Mike Pence
    Wednesday, September 23, 2009
    Indiana congressman and chair of the House Republican Conference discusses the GOP's opposition to the current healthcare reform proposals.
  • Sen. Jeff Bingaman
    Monday, September 21, 2009
    New Mexico senator talks about his work on a healthcare reform compromise measure.
  • Ted Kennedy, Jr.
    Wednesday, September 16, 2009
    Son of the late Massachusetts senator discusses growing up in a political family, handling criticism of his father and the senator's newly-released memoir.
  • Edward Brooke
    Thursday, August 27, 2009
    Former Massachusetts senator remembers Sen. Edward Kennedy.
  • Rep. John Lewis
    Wednesday, August 26, 2009
    Georgia representative discusses the late Sen. Kennedy's impact on Black America.
  • Vernon Jordan
    Wednesday, August 26, 2009
    Civil rights attorney reflects on his personal friendship with the late Sen. Ted Kennedy.
  • Sen. Edward Kennedy Tribute
    Wednesday, August 26, 2009
    Tavis pays tribute to the U.S. Senate's 'liberal lion.'
  • Benjamin Barber
    Thursday, August 20, 2009
    Political theorist and CivWorld president offers his sense of how the healthcare debate is playing out and addresses the issue of whether Americans are becoming more nativist.
  • Arne Duncan
    Thursday, August 20, 2009
    U.S. Education Secretary discusses charter schools, the budget crisis of historically Black colleges and universities and parents' role in education.
  • Howard Dean
    Wednesday, August 19, 2009
    Former Vermont governor and DNC chair weighs in on the healthcare reform debate and speculates on the impact of a bill not passing at all.
  • Rep. Baron Hill
    Wednesday, August 12, 2009
    Indiana congressman and one of the leaders of the Blue Dog Coalition assesses the status of the healthcare reform effort.
  • Vernon Jordan
    Thursday, August 6, 2009
    Civil rights activist, lawyer and political advisor discusses the future of capitalism and how President Obama is doing.
  • Mayor James Young
    Wednesday, July 8, 2009
    Philadelphia, Mississippi's newly-elected mayor explains the significance of his election win, given the city's infamous history of racial violence
  • Jane Mayer
    Friday, July 3, 2009
    Best selling author talks about her new book, The Dark Side.
  • Debo Adegbile
    Thursday, July 2, 2009
    NAACP LDF lead litigator talks about the Voting Rights Act case he argued before the U.S. Supreme Court.
  • Hilda Solis
    Monday, June 22, 2009
    Labor secretary explains the administration's new community service program and addresses whether the resources exist to turn around the unemployment picture on a large scale.
  • Karen Bass
    Monday, June 15, 2009
    California State Assembly Speaker discusses being the only woman and person of color at the table in trying to resolve the state's fiscal crisis.
  • Joe Scarborough
    Wednesday, June 10, 2009
    Joe Scarborough, host of MSNBCs Morning Joe, talks about redefining conservatism and the power of Rush Limbaugh in the GOP.
  • Mayor Dave Bing
    Monday, June 8, 2009
    Businessman, former pro basketball great and newly-elected Detroit Mayor discusses how he translates his NBA career into a plan for leading a troubled city.
  • Vernon Jordan
    Thursday, June 4, 2009
    Civil rights activist, lawyer and political advisor discusses the future of capitalism, how President Obama is doing and the GOP strategy to oppose Judge Sotomayor's Supreme Court nomination.
  • Cesar Perales
    Monday, June 1, 2009
    President of LatinoJustice PRLDEF president weighs in on Judge Sonia Sotomayor's selection as a Supreme Court nominee.
  • Michael Fauntroy
    Thursday, May 14, 2009
    Assistant professor at the George Mason School of Public Policy, weighs in on whether there's room for moderates in the GOP and the relationship between the party's leaders and the Black community.
  • John Harwood
    Wednesday, May 13, 2009
    Political journalist weighs in on changes in Washington in the Obama era.
  • Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa
    Tuesday, May 12, 2009
    Los Angeles mayor comments on accountability for investing more in young people and education.
  • Rep. Barney Frank
    Monday, April 20, 2009
    House Financial Services Committee chair weighs in on homeownership vs. renting, irresponsible lending and whether the U.S. is turning the corner toward recovery.
  • Rep. Henry Waxman
    Monday, April 13, 2009
    House Energy and Commerce Committee chair discusses moving to a low carbon-energy economy, greening the ghetto and healthcare.
  • Gary Locke
    Wednesday, April 8, 2009
    Commerce Secretary explains the scope of his department's responsibilities and talks about the 2010 census.
  • President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf
    Tuesday, April 7, 2009
    Liberia president--the first woman ever elected head of state in Africa--describes her abduction by soldiers during the coup and how she won the election.
  • Sen. Kent Conrad
    Monday, March 30, 2009
    North Dakota senator gives an update on the flood situation in his state and discusses the looming budget fight.
  • Newt Gingrich
    Monday, March 23, 2009
    Former House Speaker proposes a different solution for the economic woes of the U.S. and talks about the future of the GOP.
  • Lisa Jackson
    Tuesday, March 17, 2009
    First African American administrator of the EPA explains her views on environmental racism.
  • Gov. Jennifer Granholm
    Thursday, March 12, 2009
    Michigan's governor discusses the crisis for the U.S. auto industry and its impact on the country.
  • Robert Gates
    Wednesday, March 11, 2009
    U.S. Defense Secretary comments on the latest developments in Iraq and Afghanistan.
  • Rep. Marsha Blackburn
    Monday, March 9, 2009
    Tennessee congresswoman discusses the GOP's continuing opposition to using taxpayer dollars to bail out failing U.S. companies and banks.
  • Adam Cohen
    Tuesday, February 24, 2009
    Journalist and author of Nothing to Fear: FDR's Inner Circle and the Hundred Days That Created Modern America compares the current crisis and the Great Depression.
  • President Jimmy Carter
    Monday, February 16, 2009
    Former president weighs in on the new president's performance so far, offers his take on Israel's elections and suggests a two-state solution for the Israel-Palestine conflict.
  • Sen. Robert Menendez
    Wednesday, February 11, 2009
    Senate Banking committee member weighs in on the economic stimulus package and the Treasury secretary's plan for how the government should spend remaining TARP funds.
  • Sen. Roland Burris
    Wednesday, January 28, 2009
    Newly-appointed Illinois Senator comments on whether he's the best person to hold on to the senate seat in two years.
  • David Sanger
    Thursday, January 22, 2009
    New York Times' chief Washington correspondent weighs in on the challenges facing President Obama.
  • Michael Bloomberg
    Wednesday, January 21, 2009
    New York Mayor comments on the new administration and discusses why he wants to run for a third term.
  • President Barack Obama
    Tuesday, January 20, 2009
    Highlights of the president's six previous visits include Obama's appearance the day after his '04 Democratic National Convention speech.
  • Benjamin Barber
    Thursday, January 15, 2009
    Political theorist discusses how the Bush administration handled interdependence in a post-9/11 world.
  • Ken Duberstein
    Wednesday, December 17, 2008
    Chief of staff in the Reagan White House weighs in on an auto industry bailout and the presidential transition.
  • Sen. Tom Coburn
    Tuesday, December 16, 2008
    Oklahoma senator and practicing physician explains why the U.S. needs to shift its healthcare paradigm to one of prevention.
  • Chris Cillizza
    Monday, December 15, 2008
    Washington Post writer describes the risk Republicans take if they try to link Obama to Blagojevich.
  • Jim Warren
    Wednesday, December 10, 2008
    Former managing editor of the Chicago Tribune discusses the scandal around Illinois Gov. Blagojevich.
  • Arianna Huffington
    Tuesday, December 9, 2008
    The Huffington Post Complete Guide to Blogging author discusses where she thinks the blogosphere is headed.
  • Senator-elect Mark Begich
    Monday, December 1, 2008
    Alaska's senator-elect shares his thoughts on President-elect Obama's national security team.
  • Rep. Barbara Lee
    Thursday, November 13, 2008
    California Congresswoman tells Tavis that the first protest in her life was the fight to allow African American students to try out for her schools cheerleading team.
  • Thomas F. "Mack" McLarty
    Monday, November 10, 2008
    Former White House chief of staff for Bill Clinton explains what President-elect Obama must do when he arrives in office during the economic crisis.
  • Brian Williams
    Monday, November 3, 2008
    NBC News anchor and managing editor talks about media coverage of the presidential campaign and offers a view into what voter turnout could mean for this election.
  • Jennifer Duffy
    Monday, November 3, 2008
    The Cook Political Report senior editor handicaps key U.S. Senate races.
  • Matthew Dowd
    Wednesday, October 29, 2008
    ABC News political contributor and former chief strategist for Bush-Cheney '04 weighs in on next week's general election.
  • Michael Scherer
    Monday, October 27, 2008
    Time magazine's Washington correspondent talks about things that could go wrong on Election Day.
  • Gov. Kathleen Sebelius
    Wednesday, October 22, 2008
    Kansas governor places Gov. Palin's selection as the GOP vice presidential nominee in historical context.
  • Madeleine Albright
    Monday, October 20, 2008
    Former secretary of state describes the most pressing issues that the next president will inherit and why the VP is so important for dealing with those issues.
  • Ben Stein
    Wednesday, October 15, 2008
    In a live broadcast, guest panel reacts to and analyzes the final presidential debate and its impact on the remainder of the race for the White House.
  • Antonio Gonzalez
    Wednesday, October 15, 2008
    In a live broadcast, guest panel reacts to and analyzes the final presidential debate and its impact on the remainder of the race for the White House.
  • Sandy Banks
    Wednesday, October 15, 2008
    In a live broadcast, guest panel reacts to and analyzes the final presidential debate and its impact on the remainder of the race for the White House.
  • Tom Brokaw
    Monday, October 13, 2008
    Moderator of the second presidential debate discusses the need for more people of color and women moderators.
  • Peggy Noonan
    Friday, October 10, 2008
    Columnist-author explains why nationalism is not what the world needs.
  • Rep. Maxine Waters
    Tuesday, October 7, 2008
    Guest panel reacts to and analyzes the second presidential debate and assesses its impact on the rest of the campaign.
  • Gregory Rodriguez
    Tuesday, October 7, 2008
    Guest panel reacts to and analyzes the second presidential debate and assesses its impact on the rest of the campaign.
  • Mickey Kaus
    Tuesday, October 7, 2008
    Guest panel reacts to and analyzes the second presidential debate and assesses its impact on the rest of the campaign.
  • Ryan Lizza
    Monday, October 6, 2008
    Journalist discusses post-debate spin wars.
  • Zbigniew Brzezinski
    Friday, October 3, 2008
    Former national security advisor explains what an Obama presidency would mean in the world and weighs in on the winner of the first presidential debate.
  • Don Hewitt
    Thursday, October 2, 2008
    60 Minutes creator discusses how the first televised presidential debate impacted that year's election.
  • Ron Brownstein
    Wednesday, October 1, 2008
    Political journalist shares his opinion on the presidential candidates' bipartisan track records.
  • Gov. Jon Corzine
    Monday, September 29, 2008
    New Jersey governor weighs in on the current U.S. economic crisis.
  • Thomas Frank
    Tuesday, September 23, 2008
    Social critic describes how the conservative movement wins votes by playing the outsider role.
  • Bart Gellman
    Wednesday, September 17, 2008
    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist explains his new book--an in-depth look at the Cheney vice presidency.
  • President Jimmy Carter
    Monday, September 8, 2008
    The 39th U.S. President shares his thoughts on the Democratic presidential race.
  • Jay Carney
    Friday, September 5, 2008
    The RNC wrap-up panelists discuss the role of gender in this presidential campaign.
  • Elisabeth Bumiller
    Friday, September 5, 2008
    The RNC wrap-up panelists discuss the role of gender in this presidential campaign.
  • Michel Martin
    Friday, September 5, 2008
    The RNC wrap-up panelists discuss the role of gender in this presidential campaign.
  • Bill Frist
    Thursday, September 4, 2008
    Former Senate Majority Leader talks about the biggest health challenge in Africa.
  • Mike Huckabee
    Thursday, September 4, 2008
    Former GOP presidential hopeful explains why he wasn't that optimistic about his party's convention.
  • Sen. Mel Martinez
    Thursday, September 4, 2008
    Florida U.S. Senator discusses the GOP's track record on immigration issues.
  • Christine Todd Whitman
    Wednesday, September 3, 2008
    Former New Jersey governor addresses the value of Gov. Palin's executive experience.
  • Rep. Ron Paul
    Wednesday, September 3, 2008
    Former White House hopeful explains how he differs from Sen. McCain.
  • Jane Swift
    Wednesday, September 3, 2008
    Former Massachusetts governor reacts to Gov. Palin's convention speech.
  • Carly Fiorina
    Tuesday, September 2, 2008
    Senior advisor to Sen. McCain explains what the GOP plans to do to attract more people of color.
  • David Frum
    Tuesday, September 2, 2008
    Former speechwriter for the Bush White House explains what Palin and McCain need to do in their speeches to win the crowd this week.
  • Newt Gingrich
    Monday, September 1, 2008
    Former Speaker of the House explains why Gov. Palin is a great choice for VP.
  • Lt. Gov. Mitch Landrieu
    Monday, September 1, 2008
    Louisiana lieutenant governor discusses how the state will deal with Hurricane Gustav, psychologically, just three years after Katrina.
  • Dr. Cornel West
    Friday, August 29, 2008
    Panel discussion on whether Sen. Obama's nomination marks the end of Black politics: Marc Morial, Dr. Cornel West, and Matt Bai
  • Marc Morial
    Friday, August 29, 2008
    Panel discussion on whether Sen. Obama's nomination marks the end of Black politics: Marc Morial, Dr. Cornel West, and Matt Bai
  • Matt Bai
    Friday, August 29, 2008
    Panel discussion on whether Sen. Obama's nomination marks the end of Black politics: Marc Morial, Dr. Cornel West, and Matt Bai
  • Rep. John Lewis
    Thursday, August 28, 2008
    Georgia congressman talks about his role in the civil rights movement.
  • Sen. Mary Landrieu
    Thursday, August 28, 2008
    Louisiana senator discusses the state of New Orleans, three years after Hurricane Katrina.
  • Drs. Julianne Malveaux and Cornel West
    Thursday, August 28, 2008
    A discussion about Sen. Obama's acceptance speech and how race will factor in the upcoming election.
  • Gov. Tim Kaine
    Wednesday, August 27, 2008
    Virginia governor assesses Sen. Obama's chances of winning his state.
  • David Gilbert-Pederson
    Wednesday, August 27, 2008
    Seventeen-year-old tells how he came to be the youngest convention delegate.
  • Rep. Charles Rangel
    Tuesday, August 26, 2008
    New York congressman discusses the seeming tension between Sen. Clinton supporters and the Obama camp.
  • Gov. Ted Strickland
    Tuesday, August 26, 2008
    Ohio governor discusses Sen. Clinton's convention speech.
  • Rep. Deborah Wasserman Schultz
    Tuesday, August 26, 2008
    Florida congresswoman discusses Hillary Clinton's convention speech.
  • Jodi Kantor
    Tuesday, August 26, 2008
    New York Times journalist expresses curiosity about President Clinton's upcoming convention speech.
  • Gov. Janet Napolitano
    Monday, August 25, 2008
    Arizona governor explains why she supported Sen. Obama early in the primary season and shares her thoughts on Sen. Biden as the VP candidate.
  • Cynthia Tucker
    Monday, August 25, 2008
    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist assesses Michelle Obama's convention speech.
  • Frank Luntz
    Friday, August 22, 2008
    Political consultant explains why Sen. Obama has been losing ground in the polls to Sen. McCain.
  • Gov. Bill Ritter
    Thursday, August 21, 2008
    Colorado governor comments on the upcoming Democratic National Convention and describes how Sen. Obama can best run against Sen. McCain in the coming months.
  • Richard Holbrooke
    Wednesday, August 20, 2008
    Former U.S. ambassador to the U.N. describes his disappointment with Russia for escalating the conflict during the Olympic Games.
  • Chris Cillizza
    Monday, August 18, 2008
    Political blogger weighs in on potential VP picks and how the White House race might shape up after the upcoming party conventions.
  • Rep. Diana DeGette
    Thursday, August 14, 2008
    Colorado Representative and Chief Deputy Whip discusses her book, Sex, Science, and Stem Cells, the right wing and the Christian Coalition.
  • Rep. Nancy Pelosi
    Monday, August 11, 2008
    House Speaker discusses sexism in Congress, explains why American society is indebted to Sen. Hillary Clinton and comments on whether the U.S. is ready for an African American president.
  • Jane Mayer
    Thursday, August 7, 2008
    "The New Yorker" journalist offers her impression of the detention center in Guantanamo Bay, as reported in her new book.
  • Ron Suskind
    Wednesday, August 6, 2008
    Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist speculates on what Congress ought to do about the claims in his new book.
  • Thurston Clarke
    Tuesday, August 5, 2008
    Historian describes pivotal moments in Robert F. Kennedy's political career.
  • Gov. Bill Ritter
    Tuesday, August 5, 2008
    Colorado governor comments on the upcoming Democratic National Convention.
  • John Harwood
    Monday, August 4, 2008
    Political journalist examines the potential Bradley Effect on Sen. Obama's run for the White House.
  • Eric Liu
    Friday, July 4, 2008
    The True Patriot co-author describes patriotism and how it's expressed by citizens.
  • Lee A. Daniels
    Friday, July 4, 2008
    Journalist explains the role national African American organizations play in the lives of Blacks today.
  • Virginia Madsen
    Tuesday, July 1, 2008
    Oscar-nominated actress discusses working with Alan Alda in her new film, "Diminished Capacity."
  • David Iglesias
    Tuesday, July 1, 2008
    Former U.S. attorney discusses the fate of key Bush White House staff in light of the investigation into the '06 Justice Department purge.
  • Rep. Joe Baca
    Wednesday, June 25, 2008
    Congressional Hispanic Caucus chair describes the rate of political progress within the Hispanic community.
  • Scott McClellan
    Monday, June 16, 2008
    Former White House press secretary remembers Tim Russert and explains the importance of seeking and uncovering the truth.
  • Gov. David Paterson
    Thursday, June 12, 2008
    Legally blind New York governor describes how he manages public speeches without notes.
  • Sen. Jim Webb
    Wednesday, June 11, 2008
    Virginia senator, rumored to be on the Democratic VP list, explains how the "two Americas" paradigm must be updated.
  • Richard Clarke
    Thursday, June 5, 2008
    Former National Security Advisor describes the impact political appointees in government posts have on America's security.
  • Paul Schrade
    Wednesday, June 4, 2008
    Former UAW director discusses the night that he was wounded and RFK was assassinated at the Ambassador Hotel.
  • Ted Sorensen
    Wednesday, June 4, 2008
    Former special counsel and advisor to President John Kennedy explains how he deals with the anniversary of Robert Kennedy's assassination.
  • Bertie Bowman
    Tuesday, June 3, 2008
    The longest serving African American on the U.S. Capitol Hill staff reflects on how he was able to keep friendships with senators who were staunch segregation proponents.
  • Harold Ickes
    Monday, June 2, 2008
    DNC Rules Committee member and advisor to Sen. Clinton describes what he sees as a possible course of action for his candidate and when he feels she will make her final decision about the nomination.
  • Arianna Huffington
    Friday, May 23, 2008
    Syndicated columnist and and Right is Wrong author compares the right and left "lunatic fringes."
  • Susan Page
    Wednesday, May 21, 2008
    "USA Today" Washington bureau chief explains the significance of Sen. Obama's lead in pledged delegates and describes the mood on the Hill after the news of Sen. Kennedy's health challenge.
  • Fareed Zakaria
    Tuesday, May 20, 2008
    Global political trends expert explains the title of his latest book, The Post-American World.
  • Mike Huckabee
    Monday, May 19, 2008
    Former Arkansas governor and GOP presidential contender explains his recent remarks about Sen. Obama that have come under fire.
  • Bill Moyers
    Tuesday, May 13, 2008
    Journalist and TV host reflects on the role his interview with Rev. Wright played in the public's view of the Chicago pastor.
  • Sen. Harry Reid
    Monday, May 12, 2008
    Senate Majority Leader comments on when he thinks the Democratic Party will have a nominee.
  • President Jimmy Carter
    Wednesday, May 7, 2008
    Nobel laureate and former president shares his thoughts on what will happen to the Democratic Party after the nominee is chosen.
  • John Dean, Barry Goldwater, Jr.
    Tuesday, May 6, 2008
    Co-authors of Pure Goldwater share what they believe Sen. Goldwater's thoughts would be on the GOP and its presumptive presidential nominee John McCain.
  • Lt. Gen. Ricardo Sanchez
    Monday, May 5, 2008
    Former Iraq commander and author of Wiser in Battle, says there are lessons the U.S. has yet to learn politically from the war in Iraq.
  • Cokie Roberts
    Wednesday, April 30, 2008
    Journalist and best-selling author talks about the Democratic primary season and explains why she likes to write about women in history.
  • Sen. Evan Bayh
    Monday, April 28, 2008
    Indiana senator explains his disappointment that the U.S. Supreme Court upheld his state's voter ID law.
  • Jonathan Alter
    Wednesday, April 23, 2008
    Newsweek senior editor analyzes Sen. Clinton's victory in the Pennsylvania Democratic primary.
  • Don Siegelman
    Tuesday, April 22, 2008
    Former Alabama governor, who was recently released from prison, argues that the Justice Department is being used as a political tool.
  • Dave Davies
    Monday, April 21, 2008
    Philadelphia Daily News' senior writer discusses the mudslinging in the run-up to the Democratic presidential primary in Pennsylvania.
  • Mayor Michael Nutter
    Wednesday, April 16, 2008
    Philadelphia's mayor weighs in on next week's Democratic primary in his state.
  • Bill Press
    Monday, April 14, 2008
    Political commentator says that, for now, the conservative movement as we knew it is dead.
  • Howard Dean
    Wednesday, April 9, 2008
    Democratic National Committee chair discusses the challenges of the Clinton-Obama race for the party's nomination.
  • Rep. Joe Sestak
    Wednesday, April 9, 2008
    Pennsylvania representative weighs in on today's testimony by Gen. Petraeus before the House Armed Services Committee.
  • Sen. Chuck Hagel
    Wednesday, March 26, 2008
    Nebraska senator discusses his decision to retire and his new book, America: Our Next Chapter.
  • Benjamin Barber
    Tuesday, March 18, 2008
    Political theorist explains why citizens have to take their politics beyond just voting.
  • Karen Thurman
    Monday, March 17, 2008
    Florida Democratic Party chair explains the controversy over her state's presidential primary and discusses the latest developments.
  • Rep. Patrick Murphy
    Friday, March 14, 2008
    The first Iraq War vet elected to Congress talks about Sen. Obama's chances in the upcoming Democratic primary.
  • E.J. Dionne. Jr.
    Friday, March 14, 2008
    Washington Post columnist ponders whether the Christian right is dying and talks about New York's incoming governor.
  • Ken Mehlman
    Wednesday, March 12, 2008
    Former RNC chair explains why John McCain will appeal to both conservatives and independents in the general election.
  • Samantha Power
    Friday, February 29, 2008
    Journalist explains why she wrote about the late U.N. High Commissioner Sergio de Mello in her new book.
  • Dee Dee Myers
    Monday, February 25, 2008
    Former White House press secretary weighs in on the race for the Democratic presidential nomination.
  • Jacob Weisberg
    Friday, February 22, 2008
    Editor-in-chief of Slate discusses his new book, The Bush Tragedy.
  • Willie Brown
    Wednesday, February 20, 2008
    Former San Francisco mayor talks about the '78 Moscone-Milk assassinations.
  • Sen. Barack Obama
    Monday, February 18, 2008
    Tavis revisits his conversation with the Democratic Party presidential candidate.
  • Sen. Hillary Clinton
    Monday, February 18, 2008
    Tavis revisits his conversation with the Democratic Party presidential candidate.
  • William Poundstone
    Friday, February 15, 2008
    Gaming the Vote author explains how Americans have sometimes elected the wrong president.
  • Dana Milbank
    Thursday, February 14, 2008
    Dana Milbank, of The Washington Post, explains the title of his new book, Homo Politicus.
  • Sen. Bill Nelson
    Wednesday, February 13, 2008
    Florida Senator gives his take on how the neck-and-neck Democratic presidential race will be decided.
  • Laura Flanders
    Tuesday, February 12, 2008
    Air America Radio host says war is sexist in its own way and that the close presidential race is forcing voters to confront issues.
  • Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa
    Monday, February 11, 2008
    Los Angeles mayor challenges the notion that Latinos don't vote for African Americans.
  • David Brody
    Thursday, February 7, 2008
    Christian Broadcasting Network correspondent analyzes the GOP Super Tuesday primary results.
  • David Gergen
    Wednesday, February 6, 2008
    Former White House advisor assesses results of the Super Tuesday vote.
  • Frank Luntz
    Monday, February 4, 2008
    Consultant discusses the issue of race in the general election.
  • Michael Dukakis
    Monday, February 4, 2008
    Former Democratic presidential nominee compares President Kennedy and Sen. Obama.
  • Sen. Hillary Clinton
    Friday, February 1, 2008
    Sen. Hillary Clinton discusses the Super Tuesday primaries and her neck-and-neck race for the White House.
  • Mona Sutphen, Nina Hachigian
    Wednesday, January 30, 2008
    The Next American Century authors weigh in on how the next U.S. president will need to revamp foreign policy.
  • Bruce Bartlett
    Tuesday, January 29, 2008
    Former White House advisor says Blacks would be surprised to know the racial history of the Democratic Party.
  • Sen. Edward Kennedy
    Monday, January 28, 2008
    Massachusetts senator discusses his decision to endorse Sen. Obama for the Democratic presidential nomination.
  • Carl Bernstein
    Wednesday, January 23, 2008
    Author of the controversial book on Hillary Clinton, A Woman in Charge, discusses Bill Clinton's role on the campaign trail.
  • David Frum
    Friday, January 18, 2008
    Author discusses his book, Comeback: Conservatism That Can Win Again.
  • Janet Murguia
    Thursday, January 17, 2008
    National Council of La Raza president discusses the Black-Brown divide and reflects on Dr. King's vision.
  • Joe Klein
    Wednesday, January 16, 2008
    Time magazine's Joe Klein, author of Politics Lost.
  • Jendayi Frazer
    Monday, January 14, 2008
    U.S. Assistant Secretary of State gives an update on efforts to bring both sides together in Kenya.
  • Madeleine Albright
    Thursday, January 10, 2008
    Former Secretary of State shares advice she offered Sen. Clinton on being the first woman president.
  • Bill Bradley
    Wednesday, January 9, 2008
    Former U.S. Senator and Barack Obama supporter reacts to the New Hampshire primary election results.
  • Gen. Colin Powell
    Monday, January 7, 2008
    Former Secretary of State weighs in on Barack Obama's run for the Oval Office, the role of the U.S. and Iraq in Pakistan, and other issues.
  • Elisabeth Bumiller
    Tuesday, December 11, 2007
    New York Times' journalist shares the insight gained in researching her new book, Condoleezza Rice: An American Life.
  • Sen. Dick Durbin
    Monday, December 10, 2007
    Majority Whip discusses the CIA destruction of al-Qaida interrogation video.
  • Rep. Jane Harman
    Thursday, December 6, 2007
    California representative reacts to this week's U.S. National Intelligence Estimate report on Iran's nuclear weapons program.
  • Newt Gingrich
    Wednesday, December 5, 2007
    Former House Speaker assesses the presidential campaign so far and weighs in on the environmental debate.
  • Rep. Jay Inslee
    Tuesday, December 4, 2007
    Washington state representative talks about energy resources and his book, Apollo's Fire.
  • Bill Frist
    Monday, November 26, 2007
    Former Senate Majority Leader discusses his involvement in the Save the Children Survive to Five campaign.
  • Wendy Chamberlin
    Wednesday, November 7, 2007
    Former U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan assesses the recent actions by President Musharraf.
  • Susan Page
    Monday, November 5, 2007
    With Election Day one year away, USA Today Washington bureau chief assesses the political climate.
  • Valerie Plame Wilson
    Monday, November 5, 2007
    Former CIA operative and Fair Game author hopes Americans will pursue information from a variety of sources.
  • Jeffrey Toobin
    Friday, November 2, 2007
    Legal analyst-writer offers his insight on the personalities of the Supreme Court justices.
  • Rep. George Miller
    Wednesday, October 31, 2007
    House Education and Labor Committee chair discusses new legislation for making college more affordable.
  • Paul Krugman
    Tuesday, October 30, 2007
    Economist and "New York Times" Op-Ed columnist explains why the middle class in the U.S. is disappearing.
  • Gen. Wesley Clark
    Monday, October 29, 2007
    Former NATO commander and '04 presidential candidate discusses the attempt by both major political parties to draft him.
  • Robert Reich
    Tuesday, October 23, 2007
    Former U.S. Labor secretary says there's a better range of possibilities for consumers.
  • Rep. Nancy Pelosi
    Monday, October 22, 2007
    California Rep. Nancy Pelosi reflects on her journey to history as the first female Speaker of the House.
  • Sen. Barack Obama
    Thursday, October 18, 2007
    White House hopeful discusses getting beyond the gridlock of the Democratic Party of the 90s, his support among Black voters and his genealogical connection to Vice President Dick Cheney.
  • Vicente Fox
    Wednesday, October 17, 2007
    Former president of Mexico comments on immigration and why people are fleeing Mexico for the U.S.
  • Michael Otterman
    Tuesday, October 16, 2007
    American Torture author explains the myths about torture—even in the TV series 24.
  • Sen. Jim Webb
    Monday, October 15, 2007
    Former Navy secretary, now Virginia senator, discusses the Blackwater scandal.
  • Rep. Chris Van Hollen
    Friday, October 12, 2007
    Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee chair Rep. Chris Van Hollen discusses efforts in Congress to overturn President Bush's veto of the SCHIP bill.
  • John Bolton
    Thursday, October 11, 2007
  • Janet Reno
    Wednesday, October 10, 2007
    Former U.S. attorney general talks about her transition into the music business.
  • John Dean
    Monday, October 8, 2007
    Former White House counsel says the constitution is being ignored in the current administration.
  • Ray Suarez, Hazel Trice Edney, Michael Fauntroy
    Friday, September 28, 2007
    Two journalists and a public policy expert analyze the GOP candidates' performance in the 'All-American Presidential Forums.'
  • Robert Draper
    Wednesday, September 26, 2007
    Author discusses his new book, 'Dead Certain: The Presidency of George W. Bush.'
  • Randall Robinson
    Wednesday, September 26, 2007
    TransAfrica founder talks about U.S. involvement in Haiti.
  • David Nichols
    Tuesday, September 25, 2007
    Historian reflects on the 50th anniversary of the integration of Little Rock's Central High School, during the Eisenhower administration.
  • Jack Kemp
    Monday, September 24, 2007
    Former VP nominee and HUD secretary comments on what the GOP should be doing to reach out to voters of color.
  • Matt Bai
    Friday, September 7, 2007
    The New York Times Magazine's political writer discusses the forces remaking the Democratic Party.
  • Sen. Jack Reed
    Wednesday, September 5, 2007
    Armed Services Committee member, who has been to Iraq more than anyone in the Senate, comments on whether the Iraq troop surge has worked.
  • Sen. Mary Landrieu
    Wednesday, August 29, 2007
    Louisiana senator discusses recovery efforts in New Orleans.
  • Daniel Metcalfe
    Monday, August 27, 2007
    Former Justice Department senior attorney discusses the U.S. Attorney General's resignation.
  • David Brody
    Thursday, August 23, 2007
    CBN correspondent discusses the presidential candidates' battle for evangelical voters.
  • Wayne Slater
    Friday, August 17, 2007
    Award-winning journalist and best-selling author reflects on Karl Rove's legacy.
  • David Yepsen
    Monday, August 13, 2007
    The Des Moines Register political columnist analyzes Iowa's GOP straw poll.
  • Charles Ferguson
    Friday, August 10, 2007
    First-time filmmaker Charles Ferguson discusses his new documentary, No End in Sight: The American Occupation of Iraq.
  • Col. Paul Hughes
    Friday, August 10, 2007
    Col. Paul Hughes, former director of the Iraq War reconstruction, talks about what the war has done to America.
  • Joseph Califano
    Thursday, August 9, 2007
    Former HEW secretary talks about the devastating effects of substance abuse.
  • Sen. Joseph Biden
    Wednesday, August 8, 2007
    Democratic presidential hopeful discusses his recently released memoir, Promises to Keep.
  • Rep. Charlie Melancon
    Tuesday, August 7, 2007
    Louisiana congressman gives an update on the worsening healthcare crisis in post-hurricane New Orleans.
  • David Iglesias
    Monday, August 6, 2007
    Former U.S. Attorney explains why he decided to speak up about the Justice Department firings.
  • Lawrence D. Norden
    Wednesday, July 25, 2007
    Voting technology expert says the U.S. doesn't spend enough money on elections.
  • Frank Luntz
    Friday, June 29, 2007
    Pollster selected by Tavis Smiley to obtain on-the-spot feedback from a group of everyday citizens who watched the All-American Presidential Forum live at Howard University on June 28, 2007.
  • Mayor Douglas Palmer
    Monday, June 25, 2007
    Mayors Douglas Palmer and Manny Diaz say that mayors are on their own trying to help the people.
  • Sen. Chris Dodd
    Monday, June 18, 2007
    Democratic presidential hopeful discusses his experience in bringing people together.
  • Howard Dean
    Thursday, June 14, 2007
    DNC chair discusses strategy and the diversity of his party's slate of presidential candidates.
  • Michael Chertoff
    Tuesday, June 12, 2007
    Homeland Security chief discusses the potential for the immigration reform bill.
  • Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
    Wednesday, June 6, 2007
    Former presidential candidate says Katrina is a metaphor for an abandoned urban America.
  • Rep. Xavier Becerra
    Monday, June 4, 2007
    Assistant to House Speaker Pelosi weighs in on the immigration reform debate.
  • John Edwards
    Wednesday, May 23, 2007
    Democratic presidential hopeful encourages Americans to show love for the troops.
  • (Ret.) Maj. Gen. Paul Eaton
    Monday, May 21, 2007
    Former Army Major General discusses the effort to persuade GOP congressional members to break ranks on Iraq policy.
  • David Gergen
    Monday, May 14, 2007
    Former presidential advisor says the Bush legacy is no longer fixable.
  • Peter Eisner
    Friday, May 11, 2007
    Journalist gives the backstory for his new book, The Italian Letter.
  • Thomas Kean, Lee Hamilton
    Thursday, May 10, 2007
    9/11 Commission co-chairs discuss the aftermath of their report.
  • Sen. Dianne Feinstein
    Wednesday, May 9, 2007
    California senator explains her efforts to close the controversial U.S. detention facility at Guantanamo Bay.
  • Rep. Tom Lantos
    Wednesday, May 2, 2007
    California representative and House Foreign Affairs Committee chair assesses America's role on the world stage.
  • Gwen Ifill
    Monday, April 30, 2007
    Washington Week host discusses increasing tension between the president and Congressional Republicans.
  • Melanie Sloan
    Monday, April 30, 2007
    CREW executive director talks about the unused aid intended for Katrina victims.
  • Rep. Ike Skelton
    Thursday, April 19, 2007
    Missouri representative and House Armed Services Committee chair discusses his opposition to the plan to extend military tours of duty in Iraq.
  • Harry "Bud" Cummins
    Wednesday, April 18, 2007
    Former prosecutor discusses the aftermath of being fired by Attorney General Gonzales.
  • Bruce Bartlett
    Tuesday, April 17, 2007
    Former advisor to President Reagan explains why he feels President Bush has betrayed the Reagan legacy.
  • Bill Bradley
    Wednesday, April 11, 2007
    Former U.S. Senator Bill Bradley thinks jobs, education and pensions are the most important issues in America and discusses his book, The New American Story.
  • Rep. Charles Rangel
    Tuesday, April 10, 2007
    Rep. Charles Rangel discusses his recently published memoir.
  • Ali A. Allawi
    Monday, April 9, 2007
    Former Iraqi senior advisor Ali A. Allawi says the military is not the only solution and weighs in on Iran's nuclear program.
  • Sen. John Kerry, Teresa Heinz Kerry
    Thursday, April 5, 2007
    Massachusetts senator and his philanthropist wife comment on the Iraq war, the White House race and the fight for the environment.
  • Frank Rich
    Tuesday, April 3, 2007
    New York Times columnist discusses the presidential race.
  • Kathleen Kennedy Townsend
    Friday, March 30, 2007
    Former Maryland lieutenant governor thinks we should get religion back into politics.
  • Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee
    Friday, March 23, 2007
    The congresswoman discusses the amendment she co-sponsored extending federal housing benefits for Hurricane Katrina victims.
  • Rep. Joe Sestak
    Thursday, March 22, 2007
    Pennsylvania representative and retired 3-star Navy Admiral weighs in on the war in Iraq.
  • Gov. Bill Richardson
    Wednesday, March 21, 2007
    New Mexico governor talks about his bid to become the Democratic nominee for the '08 presidential race.
  • Steve Bickerstaff
    Tuesday, March 20, 2007
    University of Texas law professor shares why he's calling for the resignation of his friend, Alberto Gonzales.
  • Dr. Michael Eric Dyson
    Friday, March 9, 2007
    University of Pennsylvania professor explains his new book.
  • Bruce Gordon
    Monday, March 5, 2007
    Former NAACP CEO talks about his resignation.
  • Thomas Schaller
    Friday, March 2, 2007
    Political scientist says politics is about spending money where it counts.
  • Walter Mosley
    Thursday, March 1, 2007
    Best-selling author doesn't think the U.S. can stay within the two-party system.
  • Rep. Henry Waxman
    Wednesday, February 28, 2007
    House Government Reform Committee Chair discusses the reconstruction of Iraq.
  • Richard Smith
    Monday, February 26, 2007
    Former federal prosecutor comments on the Libby trial.
  • Barry Levinson
    Friday, February 16, 2007
    Oscar-winning director describes character development in his films.
  • Sen. Mary Landrieu
    Wednesday, January 31, 2007
    The Louisiana senator assesses congressional hearings on post-Katrina recovery efforts.
  • Sen. Charles Schumer
    Monday, January 29, 2007
    New York senator feels Democrats should start talking to more middle class voters.
  • Gov. Tom Vilsack
    Thursday, January 25, 2007
    Former two-term governor of Iowa discusses campaigning in rural communities.
  • Thomas L. Friedman
    Tuesday, January 9, 2007
    New York Times foreign affairs columnist previews tomorrow night's much-anticipated address to the nation by President Bush.
  • Nicholas Burns
    Tuesday, January 9, 2007
    U.S. Under Secretary of State previews tomorrow night's much-anticipated address to the nation by President Bush.
  • Rep. Ellen Tauscher
    Wednesday, December 6, 2006
    House Armed Service Committee member reacts to today's release of the Iraq Study Group report.
  • Bill Novelli
    Friday, December 1, 2006
    AARP CEO says America spends twice as much on health than any other industrialized nation, but without results.
  • Dr. Kiron Skinner
    Tuesday, November 7, 2006
    Foreign policy expert helps analyze Election Day results.
  • Michael Waldman
    Wednesday, November 1, 2006
    NYU's Brennan Center director discusses the potential for widespread voting irregularities on Election Day.
  • Nancy Soderberg
    Wednesday, October 18, 2006
    Foreign policy expert weighs in on U.N. sanctions against North Korea for their nuclear testing.
  • Janis Kearney
    Monday, September 25, 2006
    Author and Bill Clinton's personal diarist recounts stories about the former president.
  • Rep. Rahm Emanuel
    Monday, September 25, 2006
    Illinois representative and head of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee offers his thoughts on what is wrong with the party.
  • Hugo Chàvez
    Friday, September 22, 2006
    In an exclusive interview, Venezuelan president discusses his controversial anti-Bush comments and criticism of the UN.
  • Charmaine Marchand
    Friday, August 18, 2006
    Panelists discuss the continued impact of Hurricane Katrina one year later.
  • Charmaine Marchand
    Thursday, August 17, 2006
    Panelists discuss the continued impact of Hurricane Katrina one year later.
  • Rep. Adam Schiff
    Wednesday, August 16, 2006
    California congressman weighs in on U.S. leadership, foreign policy and national security.
  • Spencer Overton
    Thursday, August 10, 2006
    George Washington University law professor discusses new charges of voter suppression in the '04 elections.
  • Dr. Kiron Skinner
    Monday, August 7, 2006
    The Hoover Institution's foreign policy expert discusses a new report on the viability of missile defense for the U.S.
  • Gov. Bill Richardson
    Wednesday, July 26, 2006
    Former ambassador to the U.N. now New Mexico governor weighs in on the continuing crisis in the Middle East.
  • Sen. Bill Nelson
    Wednesday, July 12, 2006
    Florida senator discusses the deadly week in Iraq and the on-going crisis with North Korea.
  • Janet Murguia
    Wednesday, July 12, 2006
    The National Council of La Raza's first female president explains why immigration is dominating landscape.
  • Thomas Hubbard
    Monday, July 10, 2006
    Former Ambassador to South Korea discusses the continuing fallout over North Korea's missile testing.
  • Bill Frist
    Wednesday, March 29, 2006
    Majority Leader offers his ideas for immigration reform.
  • Dolores Huerta
    Monday, March 27, 2006
    United Farm Workers co-founder talks about the impact of immigration on the U.S. economy.
  • Deepak Bhargava
    Friday, December 16, 2005
    The Center for Community Change executive director examines the health care system.
  • Gov. Mark Warner
    Tuesday, September 13, 2005
    Virginia governor talks about the FEMA response to Hurricane Katrina.
  • Cass R. Sunstein
    Thursday, September 8, 2005
    Law professor critiques the upcoming Roberts' confirmation hearings.
  • Sen. Norm Coleman
    Tuesday, March 15, 2005
    Minnesota senator talks about his opposition to some of the administration's proposed tax cuts.
  • Sen. Blanche Lincoln
    Monday, February 14, 2005
    Arkansas senator discusses why the new Bush budget is bad news for most Americans.
  • Marc Morial
    Tuesday, February 1, 2005
    National Urban League CEO discusses the relevancy of the organization.

 

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