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GOP Debate Pits McCain Against Romney; Campaigning Delays Stimulus Bill
Sen. John McCain and Mitt Romney attacked each other's campaign tactics and records in Wednesday night's GOP debate, while the Senate majority leader asked that debate on a stimulus bill be postponed until Sens. Clinton, Obama and McCain return from campaigning. Kwame Holman reports on the latest political news.
     
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In Arkansas, Trade Policies May Influence Feb. 5 Voting
The latest Big Picture election report on the economic issues affecting states that vote on Feb. 5 travels to Arkansas, where Tom Bearden examines the impact of globalization on the job market. Margaret Warner talks to voters about how the presidential candidates are addressing their concerns over globalization and the economy.
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New Book Looks at Elite Universities Through a Satirical Lens
In a conversation with Jeffrey Brown, novelist and NewsHour essayist Roger Rosenblatt discusses his new book, "Beet," which takes a satirical look at college life. The novel focuses on a fictional elite university of the same title, which looks for new ways to regain its past glory.
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Shields, Brooks Consider Impact of Election Shakeups
John Edwards dropped his bid for the Democratic nomination, and Rudy Giuliani is expected to announce that he will also exit the race after disappointing third place finishes for both candidates in the Florida primary. Analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks look at the latest developments in the 2008 primary race.
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Colorado Voters Mull Immigration, Economy Ahead of Caucus
In the latest Big Picture election report examining economic issues in states set to vote on Feb. 5, Betty Ann Bowser outlines the impact of immigration on the Colorado economy and Jeffrey Brown speaks with voters from across the state to assess how their perspectives on immigration may shape their election choices.
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House Passes $146B Stimulus Package but Senate Eyes Changes to Bill
The U.S. House passed a $146 billion economic stimulus package Tuesday but the bill may face opposition in the Senate, where some lawmakers are mulling expanding some of the measure's provisions. Sens. Blanche Lincoln, D-Ark., and Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., offer insight.
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GOP Candidates Make Final Appeals to Florida Voters
Florida voters took to the polls Tuesday with Mitt Romney and John McCain battling for first place among the Republicans in the last major nominating battle before Feb. 5. Political reporters weigh what the outcome of Florida's vote could mean for the 2008 election.
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Health Care, Economy Top Voter Concerns in New Jersey
In the kick-off to a week-long Big Picture series focusing on the Feb. 5 primaries, Judy Woodruff reports on the issues on the minds of New Jersey voters. A panel of New Jersey residents discusses how concerns over health care and the economy may sway their votes.
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President Bush's 2008 State of the Union Address
President Bush delivered his last formal State of the Union address Monday night, seeking to ease American anxieties over the economy and detail recent progress in Iraq. Following is the text of President Bush's 2008 State of the Union Address, as prepared for delivery.
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Paul Solman Walks Through Wall Street's Wild Week
Wall Street and global financial markets took a dive this week, fueled largely by concerns over a slowing U.S. economy. Economics correspondent Paul Solman explains the wild week on Wall Street, and explores the larger causes behind the turmoil.
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Amid Tensions on the Trail, Democrats Head Into S.C. Contest
Democratic presidential candidates Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama were on the offensive this week, gearing up for Saturday's South Carolina primary contest, as tumbles in world financial markets prompted new efforts in Congress for an economic stimulus. Analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks discuss the week in the news.
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Writers' Strike Centers on Internet 'Residuals'
The Writer's Guild of America has been on strike for several months now, a strike called over a dispute on 'residuals' -- money made mostly by DVD sales and Internet streaming of television shows. Jeffrey Kaye of KCET Los Angeles reports on the status of the negotiating stalemate between the WGA and the networks.
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Surnames Reflect Changing Face of America
The shifting balance of surnames in America reflects its rapidly changing demographics. Essayist Richard Rodriguez ruminates on the increasing occurrence of his own last name.
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Stimulus Plan Focuses on Rebate Checks, Incentives
Congressional leaders and the White House reached an agreement Thursday for an economic stimulus package that would include rebate checks for millions of taxpayers and incentives for businesses to invest in new capital. A panel of economic experts examines how the proposal may help ease economic concerns across the country.
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Democratic Hopefuls Face New Voter Viewpoints in S.C.
Democratic candidates continued their appeals to South Carolina voters ahead of Saturday's primary, as polls suggested that Sen. Barack Obama's lead over Sen. Hillary Clinton may have narrowed slightly. Judy Woodruff reports on how voters are weighing their picks.
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