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2006 FEBRUARY TUESDAY, February 28, 2006 Palestinian Authority Strapped for Cash The United Nations warned against cutting off aid to the Palestinian Authority after U.S. and European states indicated that they would halt funding once the militant group Hamas takes over the Palestinian government.    2009 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 - 1997 2006
	Campaign Finance Law Faces Supreme Court Scrutiny The Supreme Court heard arguments about a Vermont law that would limit contributions towards state election campaigns, and released a decision on the regulations on anti-abortion protests. Gwen Ifill talks to Marcia Coyle of the National Law Journal about Tuesday's action.    Supreme Court Watch Senate Holds Hearings on Dubai Port Deal Bush administration officials were questioned closely at two Senate hearings Tuesday about a seaport deal that would allow a Dubai company to take over shipping operations at six major U.S. ports. Kwame Holman reports on port politics at the capital.    Domestic Security Museums Face Criticism Over Stolen Art Jeff Brown reports on the efforts of some museums to make deals with foreign governments over the display and ownership of stolen and disputed artwork.      Effa Manley Becomes First Woman in Baseball Hall of Fame Effa Manley was the co-owner of the Negro League baseball team the Newark Eagles during the 1930s and '40s. Monday, she became the first woman ever elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame.   MONDAY, February 27, 2006 Relative Calm Returns to Iraq After Bloody Clashes Traffic returned and businesses reopened Monday after officials lifted a three-day curfew aimed at stemming sectarian violence in Iraq. Ray Suarez interviews Edward Wong of the New York Times in Baghdad about developments in Iraq.    Iraq in Transition Debate Highlights Spotty Nature of U.S. Port Security The debate over allowing a company from the United Arab Emirates to run six U.S. seaports has raised questions about overall security inspections at America's major seaports. Two guests discuss current safety precautions.    Domestic Security New Orleans Health Care System Struggles to Rebuild Charity Hospital was the second-oldest continuously operating hospital in the United States until Katrina struck the Gulf Coast six months ago. Now, it operates from tents inside the New Orleans Convention Center. Susan Dentzer of the NewHour's Health unit reports on the city's struggling health care system.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast Olympics Ratings Lowest Since 1992 NBC aired hundreds of hours of prime time coverage of this year's Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy, but saw the lowest overall ratings since the 1992 games in Albertville, France. Two guests discuss NBC's Olympic coverage and the reasons for low primetime ratings.      Poet Profile: War Veteran Brian Turner Poet Brian Turner spent 2004 in Iraq fighting as a soldier in the U.S. Army and bearing witness to war through poetry.    NewsHour Poetry Series FRIDAY, February 24, 2006 Days of Clashes Raise Specter of Iraqi Civil War After days of sectarian strife marked by protests, riots and revenge killings in Iraq, tensions between Shia and Sunni Muslims remain high. Margaret Warner speaks with Borzou Daragahi of the Los Angeles Times in Baghdad about the day's events.    Iraq in Transition Unrest Raises Concerns over Stability of Oil Supplies Concerns about the stability of global oil production are heightened following a failied attack on a key Saudi oil refinery, and attacks on oil workers and production facilities in Nigeria. Two industry experts consider the stability of the world's oil supply.      African American History Musuem Planned for the National Mall Jeffrey Brown speaks with Lonnie Bunch, director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture, about plans for a new museum on the National Mall in Washington.      Dubai, Iraqi Violence Dominate Political Debate Political analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks discuss the reaction to the Dubai port deal and sectarian tensions in Iraq.    Political Wrap Subdued Mardi Gras Returns to Big Easy With so much devastation and loss in New Orleans, some residents resent this year's Mardi Gras celebration, while others say it is important to get on with life. NewsHour correspondent Betty Ann Bowser reports from the Big Easy. Rebuilding the Gulf Coast THURSDAY, February 23, 2006 Shrine Bombing Sparks Bloody Sectarian Violence Two experts discuss the prospects for peace in Iraq, after a wave of revenge killings and attacks swept across the country in the wake of Wednesday's bombing of a Shiite shrine in Samarra.    Iraq in Transition Congress Mulls Lobbying Reform Since former lobbyist Jack Abramoff pled guilty to bribery charges a month ago and other issues have taken priority on Capitol Hill, some members of Congress no longer believe lobbying reform needs to be rushed.      Experts Debate the Security of Foreign-Run Ports After a background report, experts debate a controversial deal to transfer management of terminals at six U.S. ports to a state-owned company in the United Arab Emirates.    Domestic Security Reflections on the Power of a Cabin Essayist Clarence Page reflects on Uncle Tom's Cabin, the classic novel and the historic landmark. Essays WEDNESDAY, February 22, 2006 Blasts Kill Scores at Religious Site in Iraq Powerful bombs blasted a major Shiite shrine Wednesday in Samarra, Iraq, sparking reprisals against Sunni Muslims. Gwen Ifill speaks with New York Times reporter Edward Wong in Baghdad about the latest violence.    Iraq in Transition Political Pressure Grows to Stop Dubai Ports Deal Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers called on President Bush to stop a contract that would put a state owned company in the United Arab Emirates in charge of America's largest seaports.    Domestic Security Air Force Academy Battles Accusations of Intolerance NewsHour correspondent Tom Bearden reports on the U.S. Air Force Academy's latest attempt to combat perceptions of religious intolerance on campus.      Embattled Harvard President Set to Leave Post Margaret Warner reports on the departure of Harvard President Lawrence Summers and the response from students and faculty.      TUESDAY, February 21, 2006 Officials Debate Impact of Dubai Port Deal President Bush defended a deal to allow a state-run business in the United Arab Emirates to run six U.S. ports despite opposition from Congress over domestic security concerns. Following a background report, two guests give their opposing views on the controversy.    Domestic Security U.S. Ambassador Calls for Iraq to Form Unity Government U.S. Ambassador to Iraq Zalmay Khalilzad talks from Baghdad about the latest violence in Iraq, the U.S. role in forming a government of national unity and Iran's influence in the Middle East.    Iraq in Transition High Court Agrees to Hear Late-term Abortion Case The U.S. Supreme Court heard challenges Tuesday to federal environmental laws and scheduled arguments on state abortion restrictions. Ray Suarez discusses the arguments as well as Justice Samuel Alito's first day on the bench with Marcia Coyle.    Supreme Court Watch Alito Appearance Marks Shift in Court Two constitutional law professors discuss how Justice Alito's presence on the bench may sway the balance of the Supreme Court.    Supreme Court Watch MONDAY, February 20, 2006 Hamas Works to Form Palestinian Government The militant group Hamas, the winner of Palestinian parliamentary elections held in January, took the first steps to forming a government by appointing a prime minister. Following a background report, two experts discuss the appointment and chances for negotiations with Israel.    Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Drama Marks Tumultuous Weekend at Olympics Ray Suarez discusses on a weekend of confrontation, marked by the clash between two U.S. speed skaters and the raid of the Austrian biathlon and cross country ski teams with Sports Illustrated's Brian Cazeneuve.   Historians Consider Presidential Powers in a Time of War The scope and limits of presidential power continue to be debated in light of controversial programs such as the National Security Agency surveillance effort. Jim Lehrer discusses the peaks and valleys of presidential power with Richard Norton Smith and Ellen Fitzpatrick.      NewsHour Essayist Talks About His New Book Jeffrey Brown speaks with NewsHour regular Roger Rosenblatt about his new novel, "Lapham Rising."   FRIDAY, February 17, 2006 White House Responds to Cheney Accident Kwame Holman reports on the Bush administration's response this week to the accidental shooting of Texas lawyer Harry Whittington as well as Vice President Dick Cheney's appearance Friday before the Wyoming Legislature.   NewsHour Analysts Consider the Cheney Hunting Accident Mark Shields and National Review editor Rich Lowry discuss Vice President Dick Cheney's accidental shooting of his hunting companion, the latest on Lewis "Scooter" Libby, the National Security Agency and domestic spying, among other topics.    Political Wrap Olympics Give Rise to Unexpected Stars After a background story, a conversation with a sports analyst on the week's competition and the rise of new olympic stars.   Houston Struggles with FEMA to Provide Shelter for Katrina Evacuees Gulf Coast residents who fled to Houston, Texas after Hurricane Katrina found emergency housing but are now facing problems receiving help from the federal government months after the storm.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast Journalist Urges New Orleans to Truly Celebrate Mardi Gras Chris Rose of the New Orleans Times-Picayune reflects on past Mardi Gras celebrations to find meaning in this year's event. Rebuilding the Gulf Coast THURSDAY, February 16, 2006 President Bush Proposes Health Savings Accounts In an effort to help people cope with higher costs and declining coverage, President Bush has proposed greatly expanding the use of health savings accounts with high deductibles. Following a background report, two guests offer differing opinions on how to fix America's health care system.      Bernanke Makes Inaugural Appearance Before Congress New Chairman of the Federal Reserve Ben Bernanke made his first appearance before Congress this week since taking over the job from Alan Greenspan.      Army Corps Races to Rebuild New Orleans Levees NewsHour correspondent Betty Ann Bowser provides a Science Unit report from New Orleans on efforts to rebuild the levee system before the next hurricane season.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast Senators Call for Increased U.S. Action in Darfur U.N. officials, U.S. congressmen and even Olympic athletes have called for increased involvement in the Darfur region of Sudan. Sens. Sam Brownback, R-Kan., and Barack Obama, D-Ill., discuss the political situation in Darfur and what the United States could do to help the suffering.      WEDNESDAY, February 15, 2006 Chertoff Grilled About U.S. Katrina Response Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff appeared before a Senate panel investigating the government's response to Hurricane Katrina.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast House Lawmakers Discuss The Katrina Report Members of the House Select Committee investigating the preparation and response to Hurricane Katrina discuss what they have learned.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast Chertoff Discusses Homeland Security Response to Katrina Report Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff discusses the administration's response to Hurricane Katrina and what can be done differently in another natural disaster.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast House Passes Legislation Calling for Fenced Border Correspondent Jeffrey Kaye of KCET-Los Angeles reports on the effort to build a barrier to stop illegal immigrants from entering the United States from Mexico.      Scholars Discuss Religious Iconography in Wake of Cartoon Violence As protests, many of them violent, continue to shake the Muslim world in the wake of depiction of Muhammad in a series of cartoons, two religious scholars discuss the use of religious imagery in public places and in the media.      TUESDAY, February 14, 2006 Man Shot By Vice President Back in Intensive Care Hospital officials in Corpus Christi, Texas, said Harry Whittington, who was accidentally shot by Vice President Dick Cheney, has birdshot in or near his heart, which caused him to suffer a mild heart attack. Jeffrey Brown reports on the story.      Press, White House React to Cheney Accident Vice President Dick Cheney has not issued a public statement concerning a hunting trip where he accidentally shot a fellow hunter. A Washington Post reporter discusses how the press handled the incident as well as the White House's reaction.   Riots Follow Contentious Election in Haiti The recent Haitian presidential election was marked by riots and protests after revised election results showed that presidential candidate Rene Preval did not win enough votes to avoid a run-off election in March as was initially predicted.      Saddam Hussein Protests Trial with Hunger Strike Saddam Hussein's trial continued with the deposed Iraqi leader's announcement that he and three of his co-defendants are refusing food in protest of the recently appointed chief judge. Following a background report, two lawyers react to the proceedings.    Iraq in Transition Firms Outsourcing Drug Research to India Fred de Sam Lazaro of Twin Cities Public Television reports from India on drug companies that outsource research.      MONDAY, February 13, 2006 Reporter in Baghdad Discusses Recent Developments, Violence Jeffrey Brown speaks with Robert Worth of The New York Times in Baghdad about recent violence in Iraq and the decision to keep Iraqi Prime Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari in office for a second term.    Iraq in Transition Chertoff Announces Changes for FEMA Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff announced Monday that he plans to reshape the Federal Emergency Management Agency to make it better prepared for disasters. Two experts discuss the possible changes.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast Maryland Bill Requires Health Care Changes for Wal-Mart Susan Dentzer of the Health Unit reports on a new Maryland law, scheduled to go into effect in 2007, which aims to force large employers and specifically the Wal-Mart chain, to improve health benefits for employees.      Vice President Cheney Accidently Shoots Hunting Companion Vice President Dick Cheney accidentally shot a companion during a weekend hunting trip. A reporter at the Corpus Christi Caller-Times discusses the incident.   Roger Rosenblatt Reflects on Perfect Hollywood Pairs In anticipation of Valentine's Day on Tuesday, essayist Roger Rosenblatt takes a look at classic movies and the couples that made them great. Essays FRIDAY, February 10, 2006 Former FEMA Chief Questioned by Congress As part of its investigation into failings in the federal government's Hurricane Katrina response, the Senate Homeland Security Committee heard the testimony of Michael Brown, former director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast Senators React to Brown Testimony The Senate heard testimony from former Federal Emergency Management Agency Director Michael Brown on the federal government's response to Hurricane Katrina. Two senators on the Homeland Security Committee discuss their reactions to Brown's testimony.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast Iraq Confirms Final Election Results Iraqi officials certified the final results Friday from December's national elections. Jeffrey Brown discusses the outcome of the election and the recent violence in Iraq with Robert Worth of The New York Times in Baghdad.    Iraq in Transition Protests Roil Muslim Nation of Indonesia Ian Williams of Independent Television News reports on the continuing outcry over cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad in Indonesia, the world's largest Muslim nation.   President Declares America 'Addicted' to Oil In his 2006 State of the Union address, President Bush called for an end to the U.S. 'addiction' to foreign oil. Energy analysts assess his proposals and their chances for success in a highly politicized climate.      Analysts Weigh Fallout from Muhammad Cartoons Mark Shields and David Brooks discuss the response to controversial cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad, the debate over surveillance programs and the government's Hurricane Katrina response.    Political Wrap THURSDAY, February 9, 2006 Cancer Deaths Begin to Decline The American Cancer Society reported Thursday that death rates for the most common cancers have been falling steadily for 10 to 20 years. Jim Lehrer discusses the details of the report and what is causing the decline in cancer deaths with Dr. Larry Norton of the Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York.      Senate Debates Compensation for Asbestos Victims A proposed Senate bill would create a $140 billion trust fund to compensate victims of asbestos exposure. Sens. Richard Durbin, D-Ill., and Orrin Hatch, R-Utah provide opposing viewpoints on the effectiveness of the plan to help around 700,000 people who have claimed health problems as a result of asbestos exposure.      Residents Weigh Return to New Orleans Five months after Hurricane Katrina struck, two reports from New Orleans track one family's struggle over whether to move back and a prominent musician's battle to retain the city's jazz tradition.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast Journalists Debate The Publishing of Offensive Cartoons After a Shiite march in Lebanon turned into a protest against cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad, U.S. news organizations differed in their handling the Muslim cartoons. Three journalists debate whether to publish the cartoons in the United States.      WEDNESDAY, February 8, 2006 Congress Granted Oversight for NSA Surveillance Program In a position reversal, the Bush administration announced it would brief all members of the House and Senate Committees on the NSA wiretapping program. Rep. Jane Harman and Sen. Lindsey Graham discuss the announcement.    Domestic Security New Orleans Health Care Struggles After Hurricane Katrina Susan Dentzer of the Health Unit reports from New Orleans about the city's broken health care system after Hurricane Katrina and the effort to assist the thousands of residents who are poor, uninsured and chronically ill.    Rebuilding the Gulf Coast New Study Shows Low Fat Diet May Not Go Far Enough A major study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, found that reducing the amount of fat in a diet does not reduce the risk of cancer or heart disease. Two experts explain the results of the study and what it says about diet and health.      Author Discusses his Return to Afghanistan A book conversation with Said Hyder Akbar, a young Afghan-American author, who gives an unusual look at Afghanistan in his book "Come Back to Afghanistan: A California Teenager's Story."   TUESDAY, February 7, 2006 Vice President Cheney Defends Government's Wiretapping Program In a wide-ranging newsmaker interview, Vice President Dick Cheney defends the government's program of warrantless wiretapping of suspected terrorist communications as well as addresses the diplomatic standoff with Iran and the overall effectiveness of the Bush administration.      Thousands Gather to Bid Farewell to Coretta Scott King Ten thousand people gathered Tuesday near Atlanta for the funeral of Coretta Scott King, civil rights crusader and widow of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The NewsHour provides extended excerpts from the service.      MONDAY, February 6, 2006 Senate Examines Domestic Spying Program Kwame Holman reports on U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzales' testimony Monday before the Senate Judiciary Committee concerning the legal underpinnings the Bush administration has offered for conducting electronic surveillance of suspected terrorists without warrants.    Domestic Security Violence Erupts over Muhammad Cartoons Demonstrations continued across the Muslim world against cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad that were published in several European papers. After a background report, two guests discuss the causes of the controversy and the role of Muslims living in Europe.      President Submits 2007 Budget to Congress President Bush submitted his 2007 budget proposal to Congress on Monday. The $2.8 trillion plan includes increases in defense spending, provisions to make existing tax cuts permanent and reductions in entitlement programs such as Medicare and Medicaid. Two guests discuss the administration's priorities.      Feminist Icon Betty Friedan Dies on 85th Birthday A look at the legacy of Betty Friedan, author and pioneer of the feminist movement then a discussion the impact of Friedan's life with NewsHour essayist Anne Taylor Flemming, who was a friend of Friedan.      FRIDAY, February 3, 2006 IAEA to Vote on Referring Iran to the Security Council Following an emergency meeting, the International Atomic Energy Agency announced it will delay a vote to refer Iran to the U.N. Security Council, three experts discuss how the situation might progress.    Tracking Nuclear Proliferation IRS May Tax Politically Active Churches NewsHour Correspondent Jeffrey Kaye of KCET-Los Angeles reports on the Internal Revenue Service's recent scrutiny of churches and ministers who incorporate political messages into sermons.      Brooks and Oliphant Debate the Election of John Boehner as Majority Leader David Brooks and Tom Oliphant discuss the election of John Boehner as House majority leader, the Senate hearings on domestic security, the State of the Union address, and the report by the GAO critiquing the Department of Homeland Security response to Hurricane Katrina.    Political Wrap ITN Reporter Discusses Experience in Pakistan The NewsHour recently aired a report by Dan Rivers of Independent Television News on earthquake survivors in the Pakistani village of Moori Patan. Rivers talks about the process of putting together his report and the outpouring of viewer mail it generated.      THURSDAY, February 2, 2006 GOP Elects New House Leader Kwame Holman reports on the election of Rep. John Boehner, an eight-term representative from Ohio and chairman of the House Education Committee, to replace Rep. Tom DeLay of Texas as majority leader.      Start to Medicare Prescription Drug Program Troubled Tens of thousands of seniors have encountered problems with Medicare's new prescription drug benefit program since its launch Jan. 1, prompting a debate over the plan's design, implementation and effectiveness.      Israelis Weigh Response to Hamas Electoral Victory In her last report from the Middle East, Margaret Warner examines the Israeli reaction to Hamas' landslide victory in Palestinian elections.    Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Cartoons Provoke Anger Across Muslim World Political cartoons published in European newspapers depicting the Prophet Muhammad against Islamic law caused a controversy across the Muslim world. Following a background report, two guests discuss the reaction and opposition to these cartoons.      WEDNESDAY, February 1, 2006 Experts and Politicians React to Bush's State of the Union Address Excerpts from the State of the Union address and reactions from members of congress, followed by a panel discussion with three former presidential advisors.      Coal Towns React to Recent Fatal Accidents Lee Hochberg of Oregon Public Broadcasting reports from West Virginia on the search for answers to last month's mining disasters.
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