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	2007 DECEMBER December 31, 2007 Charities Held to Account as Year Draws to an End As the holidays come to an end, many charities are being held accountable for their fund raising and expenditures amid recent concerns about how some nonprofit organizations are run. Philanthropy experts consider the rules and regulations surrounding charities.

	December 28, 2007 A Look at Who Is in Charge of Testing for Tainted Toys In the second of a two-part series, NewsHour economic correspondent Paul Solman continues his report on the safety of toys sold in the United States, now focusing on the regulatory agencies intended to safeguard consumers.

	December 26, 2007 Theologian Discusses Relevance of the Bible in Modern Society In the second of two conversations on the role of the Bible in modern society, Ray Suarez talks to Albert Mohler, president of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.

	December 26, 2007 Chicago's Military Academies Raise Education Debate Elizabeth Brackett reports on a controversial program that has some of Chicago's public schools following the model of military academies, and the debate over whether it is an effective way to boost student performance in tough urban neighborhoods.

	December 26, 2007 Journalists Reflect on Tumultuous Year for U.S. Economy After a report by Jeffrey Brown on the year in economic news, business writers from across the country reflect on how the ups and downs of the business world have impacted local communities.

	December 24, 2007 Religion Becoming Political Tool and Hot Topic in Presidential Race From Mitt Romney's Mormonism to Mike Huckabee's Baptist roots, religion has become a popular topic throughout the busy 2008 presidential election race. Ray Suarez sits down with political and religious scholars to compare this season to those of the past.

	December 24, 2007 From Darfur to Afghanistan: Insider Forum Highlights For the past four months viewers have been submitting questions to our expert panels on subjects ranging from the Bush Administration's efforts to slows the spread of AIDS in Africa to U.S. Poet Laureate Charles Simic's view of modern poetry. Now, we take a look back at some of the highlights of Insider Forum.

	December 20, 2007 President Bush Accuses Congress of 'Wasteful Spending' in Earmarks President Bush criticized Congress on Thursday for including thousands of earmarks -- small projects for which lawmakers target funds -- in its spending bills. Fiscal experts explain how Congress intends to use those earmarks and how they affect the overall budget.

	December 20, 2007 EPA Decision to Block State Emissions Plans Raises Policy Debate The Environmental Protection Agency denied new emissions proposals from California and 16 other states Wednesday that would set guidelines for automakers. Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., and a former EPA official debate who should regulate emissions.

	December 19, 2007 Food Pantries Face Shortages amid Holiday Season This week, business giants Wal Mart and Con Agra announced significant donations to the nation's food pantries in response to a critical shortage of supplies at food banks across the country this holiday season. Elizabeth Brackett reports on what's being done to help ease the problem.

	December 19, 2007 Steroid Report Raises Questions on Baseball's Future Former Sen. George Mitchell released the results of his 20-month probe into the use of steroids in Major League Baseball last week. Dozens of players, including seven time Cy Young award winning Yankee pitcher Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte and Miguel Tejada, were named in the report. Two sportswriters answered your questions.

	December 18, 2007 Energy Bill Puts Focus on Fuel Reform The House passed an energy bill Tuesday that sets more demanding fuel efficiency standards for automobiles and calls for increased production of renewable sources of fuel. The bill was passed by the Senate last week. Energy and climate experts assess the tenets and impact of the bill.

	December 18, 2007 Fed Backs New Rules Aimed at Curbing Risky Home Loans The Federal Reserve proposed new mortgage regulations Tuesday that would help protect home buyers from shady lending practices following losses suffered in the risky "subprime" home loan category. A Wall Street Journal reporter looks at the recent mortgage crisis and how the new Fed rules may prevent future subprime problems.

	December 17, 2007 Bali Climate Conference Ends With Compromise The U.N. climate change conference ended in Bali Saturday with a last-minute deal that sets the terms of a "roadmap" for a new climate change treaty. The talks were described as emotional, with discontent directed toward U.S. objections to specific emissions caps. A U.S. negotiator and a climate analyst assess the talks.

	December 14, 2007 Steroid Report Puts New Focus on Baseball's Future A report released Thursday exposing widespread steroid use in baseball's highest ranks caused a massive media storm. The NewsHour discusses the recent revelations with two baseball experts.

	December 14, 2007 Democrats Appeal to Iowans as Polls Show a Tight Race In the first of two reports on voter sentiment in Iowa ahead of the state's early caucus, Judy Woodruff examines how the Democratic candidates are approaching the state's voters and the influence of the women's vote.

	December 13, 2007 Mitchell Blames Players, Management in Baseball Steroid Investigation A report released Thursday by former Sen. George Mitchell on the use of performance-enhancing drugs in pro baseball named many of the game's top athletes and cited both players and management for allowing the abuse. Sen. Mitchell discusses the 20-month investigation.

	December 13, 2007 Pelosi Aims to Set 'New Direction' Amid Legislative Battles Just over a year into her term as House leader in the new Democratic-majority Congress, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, D- Calif., discusses the latest developments from Capitol Hill, including spending bill battles, new energy legislation, the controversy over CIA interrogation tapes and U.S. policy on Iran and Iraq.

	December 12, 2007 New Drug Sentencing Rules Raise Questions for 19,000 Inmates The U.S. Sentencing Commission, which sets guidelines for federal prison sentences, voted this week to make its recent reduction in sentences for crack cocaine offenses retroactive, making over 19,000 inmates eligible for sentence reductions. Legal experts examine the shift and the potential impact on the justice system.

	December 11, 2007 Tuition Cut for Some Middle-, Upper-Income Students Harvard recently announced cuts in tuition for middle- and upper-income students. Analysts Richard Kahlenberg and Scott Jaschik discuss the recent trend in making college more affordable.

	December 11, 2007 Experimental Malaria Vaccine Shows Promise in Africa Malaria kills one African child about every 30 seconds. Now, a vaccine developed by GlaxoSmithKline and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation shows promise in reducing the rate of severe malaria by as much as 50 percent. Susan Dentzer reports from Tanzania.

	December 11, 2007 Lawmakers Investigate CIA Interrogation Tape Disposal The Senate Intelligence Committee questioned U.S. officials behind closed doors Tuesday about the destruction of CIA tapes of the interrogations of top terror suspects. Sen. Kit Bond, R-Mo., and Rep. Jane Harman, D-Calif., discuss the congressional probe.

	December 10, 2007 Analysis of Justices' Revised Crack Sentencing Guidelines A report on the Supreme Court's two recent rulings revising sentencing guidelines, then an analysis of the decisions by Marcia Coyle of the National Law Journal.

	December 10, 2007 U.S., China Reject Emission Caps at Bali Summit Both the United States and China -- the world's biggest polluters -- have rejected the idea of including specific emissions limits in the final document that will come out of the talks at the United Nations climate change conference in Bali.

	December 10, 2007 Crack Sentences Can Be Lowered, Justices Rule Judges who disagree with federal sentencing guidelines can issue lighter sentences for defendants in crack cocaine cases, the Supreme Court ruled Monday in two cases that will provide judges more leeway in determining punishments for drug violations.

	December 7, 2007 Engineers Lend Technical Aid to Developing Countries Spencer Michels reports on how the 8,000 members of the non-profit group Engineers Without Borders are using their technical skills to bring clean water, sanitation and other engineering projects to communities in developing countries.

	December 6, 2007 Economic Experts Weigh Bush's Mortgage Rate Freeze Plan, Housing Crisis President Bush announced a deal with mortgage lenders to freeze interest rates on some subprime mortgages due to move sharply higher soon that he hopes would slow the rate of home foreclosures. Economic analysts assess the value of the proposal and U.S. subprime troubles.

	December 6, 2007 Paulson: No 'Silver Bullet' in Bid to Ease Mortgage Crisis As home foreclosures reached a record high Thursday, President Bush announced a deal with mortgage lenders to freeze interest rates on some subprime mortgages due to move sharply higher soon. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson discusses the details of the proposal.

	December 5, 2007 Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Case Testing Rights of Detainees The Supreme Court considered Wednesday whether terrorism suspects held at Guantanamo Bay have constitutional rights to challenge their detention in court. Legal experts evaluate the high court hearings and what a decision could mean for U.S. policy.

	December 4, 2007 Iraqi Refugees Find Safe Havens, Uncertain Futures in Sweden Sweden has been a refuge for thousands of Iraqis displaced by the war. NewsHour special correspondent Fred de Sam Lazaro reports on how the country has handled the influx of refugees and what life is like for Iraqis in a new land.



	NOVEMBER November 30, 2007 Tanzania Implements HIV Prevention Measures as World Marks AIDS Day As part of a U.S.-backed fight against HIV infection in Tanzania, student groups perform plays and stage other events in a bid to develop new techniques that will help prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS. Susan Dentzer examines these programs on the eve of World AIDS Day.

	November 30, 2007 Stoppard Play Uses Rock Music to Stage a 'Revolution' Playwright Tom Stoppard's latest work, "Rock'n'Roll," takes a new look at Czechoslovakia's 1989 Velvet Revolution, which toppled the then Soviet-backed Communist government. Jeffrey Brown looks at Stoppard's inspirations and talks to actors about portraying his characters.

	November 30, 2007 New Data Adds to U.S. Economic Anxieties The government released several new economic reports and Wall Street endured a roller coaster week of trading -- all of which served to underscore recent uncertainty about the state of the U.S. economy. Two finance reporters discuss the reports and other economic indicators.

	November 28, 2007 Midwest Manufacturers Bid to Stay Competitive amid Globalization The American Midwest, traditionally a base for manufacturing, has been hit hard by globalization in recent years. Economic correspondent Paul Solman reports on efforts aimed at strengthening the region's competitive edge.

	November 28, 2007 Breast Cancer Risk Underestimated for Black Women, Experts Find The calculator that doctors have used for nearly 20 years to predict women's risk of breast cancer underestimates the risk for black women, according to a reassessment of the tool published Tuesday in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.

	November 27, 2007 Philadelphia Makes New Effort to Combat Urban Violence Rising murder rates in Philadelphia have led community activists to organize efforts to curb the city's crime. Kwame Holman talks to local activists about their fight against violent crime.

	November 27, 2007 Extremist Schools in Pakistan Complicate Global Terrorism Fight In Pakistan, a complex picture emerges of the influence and scope of Islamic religious schools, or madrassas, which are often portrayed as incubators of extreme ideology.

	November 27, 2007 Politics of Pakistan: Timeline Formerly under control of the United Kingdom, the South Asian region's mostly Muslim provinces are divided into East and West Pakistan, and predominantly Hindu areas become modern India.

	November 23, 2007 Schools Chief in New Orleans Faces Tough Road to Rebuilding In the newest in a series of reports on reforming troubled school systems, John Merrow returns to New Orleans for an update on how the city's schools chief is faring in his attempts to enact change in a system still working to recover from Hurricane Katrina.

	November 22, 2007 Local Foods Have Impact Beyond Kitchen Table Amid increased promotion of organic foods and pushes to support local growers, an agricultural analyst and a New York City chef discuss the broader economic impact of buying local, in-season foods.

	November 22, 2007 Laptops Offer High-tech Hope in Developing Countries The goal of the One Laptop per Child organization is to provide specially designed, low-cost laptops to children in the developing world. Organization founder Nicholas Negroponte details the campaign and the "Give One Get One" effort in the United States and Canada.

	November 20, 2007 Probe Sheds Light on Working Conditions in China Reporter Loretta Tofani spent fourteen months in China researching working conditions in Chinese factories. Tofani details her investigation and the risks some Chinese workers face in the manufacturing sector.

	November 20, 2007 Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Gun Control Case The U.S. Supreme Court set the stage for a major ruling on the Second Amendment Tuesday when it agreed to take a case weighing the constitutionality of a ban on handguns in Washington, D.C. Marcia Coyle of the National Law Journal details the significance of the case.

	November 20, 2007 Breakthrough Set to Radically Change Stem Cell Debate Scientists reported Tuesday that they had succeeded in making human skin cells mimic embroynic stem cells, potentially bypassing the ethical debate over embryonic stem cell use. A cell biologist discusses the research behind the advance.

	November 20, 2007 A Planet in Drought: Our Dwindling Water Supplies As classified by the National Weather Service, an "exceptional" drought now covers 26 percent of the South, with some experts saying Atlanta could run out of water by the New Year. Our guests addressed what is happening in Georgia and in other parts of the country as well as what other states are doing to solve the problem.

	November 19, 2007 U.N. Panel Warns on Climate Change in Report The U.N. panel on climate change has issued a new report outlining troubling scenarios if greenhouse gas emissions are not reduced. The report will be the basis for U.N. climate talks in December. Michael Oppenheimer, a member of the panel, details the report.

	November 19, 2007 D.C. Schools Chief Rhee Faces High Expectations for System Reform As part of a series of reports on how educators are attempting to reform urban schools, education correspondent John Merrow provides an update on the efforts of Washington D.C. school chancellor Michelle Rhee to turn around the city's troubled school system.

	November 18, 2007 Extended Interview: Bhutto Promises to Continue Democracy Efforts in Pakistan In an extended version of the interview aired Friday on the NewsHour, former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto pledged to continue her campaign of political pressure aimed at ending the military rule of President Pervez Musharraf and warned of new instability if a peaceful solution is not found.

	November 15, 2007 Las Vegas Races to Expand Social Services Amid Growth Boom In the next Big Picture election report from Las Vegas, the NewsHour looks at how the Nevada city's recent population increase has strained school and health care systems and local residents and leaders discuss how the burden on social services is impacting their views on the 2008 election.

	November 15, 2007 Scientists Reach Breakthrough in Cloning Monkey Embryos Oregon scientists announced the successful cloning of monkey embryos this week, a major breakthrough in the field of stem cell research. NewsHour Health correspondent Susan Dentzer details their findings.

	November 15, 2007 Vegas Political Activists Chart Their Own Paths The population of the Las Vegas metropolitan area is 1.7 million and climbing daily -- and to look at all the high-rise hotels that have sprung up in the middle of the desert, it meets the definition of a big city.

	November 14, 2007 In '08 Election, Environment, Resources Top Concerns for Western Voters Rapid growth in some western states has caused strain on natural resources. Local experts explain how the issues of water, power and land use are playing a role in the 2008 presidential election.

	November 14, 2007 Rapid Urban Growth Strains Nevada's Natural Resources Rapid growth in Las Vegas has caused tension between urban and rural areas about the strain on Nevada's natural resources. The battle over water and energy use has raised debate about the need for conservation and alternative sources of energy.

	November 14, 2007 War Vets Suffer Intensified Mental Distress Over Time, Study Finds A new study suggests that mental distress in returning war veterans may take several months to surface. The NewsHour's Susan Dentzer discusses how soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan are affected by post-traumatic stress disorder and other illnesses.

	November 14, 2007 House Democrats Push War Funding Bill, Troop Drawdown The U.S. House of Representatives debated a $50 billion war-funding bill for Iraq and Afghanistan Wednesday that would also require U.S. troops to start leaving Iraq within 30 days. Two House members discuss the conflict between Congress and the White House over spending priorities.

	November 14, 2007 Spitzer Drops Immigrant Driver's License Plan New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer said Wednesday he was abandoning a bid to issue driver's licenses to illegal immigrants amid strong opposition to the plan. The controversial proposal stirred national debate over U.S. immigration policies.

	November 14, 2007 Immigrants Form Key Part of Las Vegas Economy Polls show that immigration is the number one issue for Republicans in the 2008 election; but it may not help them very much in Nevada.

	November 13, 2007 Documentary Explores Key Case on 'Intelligent Design' The PBS series NOVA airs a documentary Tuesday about a 2005 landmark Pennsylvania court case that found it unconstitutional for schools to teach "intelligent design" as an alternate theory to evolution. The judge who decided the case reflects the legal battle.

	November 13, 2007 Study: Income Gap Grows Between Black, White Families Black children born to middle-class parents in the 1960s are far more likely than whites to have slipped down the socioeconomic ladder into poverty, according to a study published Tuesday.

	November 12, 2007 Early Caucus Dates Bring Nevada into Focus for 2008 Election In the first of its Big Picture election series, the NewsHour reports from Las Vegas, where immigration, economic growth and urban development are top voter concerns. After a look at the Las Vegas political scene, local columnist Jon Ralston discusses how voters are reacting to the state's early caucus schedule.

	November 12, 2007 Immigration Shapes Las Vegas' Political, Economic Growth Although Las Vegas is internationally known as an entertainment capital, job growth has spurred a population and development boom in the city. As part of the Big Picture election series, Ray Suarez looks at the changing demographics of the city's residents.

	November 12, 2007 Change Comes by Way of Resort in North Korea With help from South Korea and one of its major corporations, North Korea presents a deluxe picture to tourists who visit the Mount Kumgang resort, a complex of hotels and lodges as well as a spa and a coffee stand that sells lattes at Starbucks prices.

	November 12, 2007 A Complex Electorate Fills Voter Rolls in Las Vegas In all the years I've covered American politics, it's fair to say Nevada's gotten short shrift. Its two best-known cities -- Las Vegas and Reno -- are recognized for activities other than their voter turnout operations.

	November 9, 2007 Demilitarized Zone Reminder of War and Tenuous Peace Stretching 155 miles wide and two and a half miles deep across the entire peninsula, the Demilitarized Zone divides the two Koreas. It also separates the universes of a war long forgotten by most Americans and a peace tantalizingly close for nearly all Koreans.

	November 9, 2007 Hispanic Voters Gain Influence with Nevada's Early Caucus Last year, the national immigration debate mobilized Hispanics to show their strength as a community; Next year, this fast-growing voting bloc has another chance to sway the national political conversation if voter turnout is high in Nevada's Jan. 19 presidential caucus.

	November 8, 2007 Passion for Korea Unification Giving Way to More Pragmatic Approach The unification issue has diminished as a priority for South Koreans, especially those several generations younger than the man who symbolizes Korea's struggle to establish democracy.

	November 7, 2007 Candidate Endorsements Start Shaping Conservatives' Role in '08 Race Christian conservative leader Pat Robertson endorsed former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani Wednesday, while Sen. Sam Brownback, R-Kan., endorsed the bid of Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz. Two religious leaders assess the role of the conservative movement in the 2008 election.

	November 7, 2007 Supreme Court Renews Death Penalty Debate The Supreme Court has delayed at least three executions since agreeing to hear a case questioning whether lethal injections constitute cruel and unusual punishment. Virginia Sloan of the Constitution Project and Kent Scheidegger of the Criminal Justice Legal Foundation answered your questions.

	November 7, 2007 Music Blends Korean Tradition with Modern American Sound She is a fusion person. She sings what she calls fusion music, part of a Korean wave of song, film and TV soap opera that has gained wide popularity across Asia. Her name is Insooni.

	November 6, 2007 In Rwanda, U.S.-Backed Program Improves Access to AIDS Drugs A U.S. program to curb AIDS in Africa is having success providing antiretroviral drugs to AIDS patients in Rwanda -- particularly pregnant women and newborns. Health correspondent Susan Dentzer begins a series of reports examining the impact of the American effort.

	November 6, 2007 Candidates Strive to Address Voters' Climate Concerns Environmental issues such as climate change and energy use have been frequent topics on the 2008 presidential campaign trail with both GOP and Democratic hopefuls offering policy plans. Two analysts examine the candidates' differing proposals to address climate issues.

	November 6, 2007 Extended Interview: U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator Mark Dybul Ambassador Mark Dybul, U.S. Global AIDS coordinator of the president's AIDS initiative known as PEPFAR, talks about the program's impacts, challenges and future.

	November 6, 2007 Mukasey Nomination Advances to Full Senate Vote The Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday voted 11-8 in favor of Attorney General nominee Michael Mukasey, sending his nomination to the Senate floor and virtually ensuring his confirmation.

	November 5, 2007 Environmental Issues Fuel California's Water Wars Southern California is coping with water shortages due to a judge's ruling limiting the amount of freshwater that can be pumped from the northern part of the state. Environmental advocates, concerned about the effect on wildlife, lead the battle over water.

	November 5, 2007 Citigroup Faces Fallout from Subprime Market Citigroup, the nation's largest bank, faces both a downgraded credit rating and the resignation of CEO Charles Prince. A business journalist describes the company's struggles.

	November 5, 2007 Among Sea of Glittery Crosses, Christianity Makes Its Mark in South Korea As dusk turns to dark in this capital city, the skyline glitters with more than the urban lights of office towers and apartment blocks. From the hills that define Seoul's neighborhoods it is easy to spot lighted electric crosses. They are among the most visible reminders of just how deeply Christianity shapes South Korea.

	November 2, 2007 Mixed Reports Emerge on U.S. Economy A panel of economic analysts disusses recent reports on the nation's economy and unemployment, which paint a mixed picture about the country's financial health.

	November 1, 2007 Book Takes Closer Look at Duke Lacrosse Rape Case Legal journalist Stuart Taylor discusses his new book, "Until Proven Innocent," which takes a deeper look at the controversy surrounding the Duke University Lacrosse team rape case.

	November 1, 2007 Plan to Provide Illegal Immigrants with Driver's Licenses Stirs Debate Recent proposals to allow illegal immigrants to apply for driver's licenses and auto insurance have added a new layer to the debate over immigration rights in America and surfaced as an issue on the presidential campaign trail. Experts examine the controversy.



	OCTOBER October 31, 2007 Supreme Court Stays Execution Ahead of Pivotal Case The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday to stay an execution by lethal injection in Mississippi, the third such decision halting an execution ahead of a case that will test the constitutionality of lethal injections. The National Law Journal's Marcia Coyle discusses the implications for capital punishment policy.

	October 31, 2007 Tangled Past Makes Koreans Wary of China, Japan With a history of struggling to survive against larger, stronger countries, North and South Korea are remarkably similar in how they view neighbors China and Japan -- with wariness and lingering bitterness.

	October 31, 2007 Summit Pact Seeks to End Korean War, Promises Economic Cooperation An agreement between North and South Korean leaders made in early October promises economic cooperation and peace efforts, but while goals for denuclearization and ending border violence indicate vast military improvement, human rights efforts are less clear.

	October 30, 2007 Chemical Used in Household Plastics Sparks Concerns The chemical bisphenol A, known as BPA, is used to make many common plastic products used in U.S. homes, including baby bottles. Scientists and expert panels have been tasked with determining whether BPA has adverse effects on human health.

	October 30, 2007 Voting Rights Head Apologizes for Comments on Minorities The Justice Department's voting rights chief apologized Tuesday for comments he made about minority voters, raising questions about civil rights and voting protections in the United States.

	October 30, 2007 High Court Mulls Free Speech Implications of Porn Law The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a case evaluating whether a law that bans the promotion of online child pornography infringes too broadly on free speech rights and could limit some legitimate forms of creative expression.

	October 26, 2007 Myanmar Takes Careful Steps Following Protest Crackdown The military rulers of Myanmar, the country also known as Burma, released 50 pro-democracy activists as its representatives met with movement leader Aung San Suu Kyi. Human rights advocates assess conditions since last month's crackdown on the protests.

	October 24, 2007 Chicago Bank Takes Action Against Subprime Housing Crunch Chicago's ShoreBank has implemented a "rescue loan program" to help customers refinance home mortgages that may be in danger of default. A consumer advocate and a mortgage industry representative weigh in on how to best respond to the country's subprime loan crisis.

	October 24, 2007 Two Doctors Explain Drug-resistant Super Bug A dangerous bacterial infection that's resistant to standard antibiotics killed more Americans in 2005 than the AIDS virus, a recent CDC study revealed. The bug, called methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA, has raised concerns in the public and among the medical community. Two doctors answered your questions.

	October 23, 2007 People and Places of Rwanda and Tanzania The NewsHour's journey to Rwanda and Tanzania brought the reporting team face-to-face with families coping with HIV and remnants of the Rwandan genocide of 1994.

	October 18, 2007 House Fails to Override Children's Health Insurance Veto The House failed Thursday to override President Bush's veto of a bill would have expanded the State Children's Health Insurance Program. The bill had some bipartisan support, but not the two-thirds majority needed to override the veto.

	October 17, 2007 Dalai Lama Awarded Congressional Gold Medal Despite Chinese Protests Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama received the Congressional Gold Medal Wednesday - the highest civilian honor Congress can bestow - despite opposition from China's government. Experts examine the Dalai Lama's iconic legacy and assess China's reaction.

	October 16, 2007 Authors Debate Israeli Lobby's Role Abraham Foxman, Director of the Anti-Defamation League and author of "The Deadliest Lies" and John Mearsheimer, a professor at the University of Chicago and co-author of "The Israel Lobby and U.S. Foreign Policy" answered your questions on the influence of the Israeli lobby in the United States.

	October 16, 2007 Housing, Credit Crunch, Oil Prices Spur Economic Jitters Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson delivered a somber assessment of the U.S. economy Tuesday, calling the housing and credit crunch "the most significant current risk" to the economy. Financial experts look at the factors affecting the nation's economic health, including sky-high oil prices.

	October 16, 2007 African Expert Offers Closer Look at Darfur Crisis An estimated 200,000 people have been killed in Sudan's Darfur region since a brutal civil war erupted in 2003. Millions have been forced to flee their homes and live in refugee camps. Sarjoh Bah, with Global Peace Operations at NYU's Center on International Cooperation, answered your questions on the crisis.

	October 16, 2007 Challenging New Chapter for Iraq's Marsh Arabs After the overthrow of Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein in April 2003, local farmers throughout southern Iraq began to blow up dikes and earthen dams scattered across the former marshlands between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers to try to replenish the region.

	October 15, 2007 California Grapples with Polices on Marjuana NewsHour contributor Jeffrey Kaye reports from Los Angeles on California's conflict between state and federal legislation when it comes to regulating medical marijuana facilities.

	October 12, 2007 U.N. Climate Panel Member Details Nobel-winning Work Former Vice President Al Gore and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change won the Nobel Peace Prize Friday. Michael Oppenheimer, a member of the U.N. panel, discusses the honor and how the group's work has furthered the debate on climate change.

	October 11, 2007 U.N. Chief Forging New Solutions on Climate, Conflicts United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has faced a long list of priorities since he took over the U.N.'s top job from Kofi Annan 10 months ago. He discusses the issues that are shaping his tenure, including concerns over the situation in Darfur, climate change and the U.N.'s role in Iraq.

	October 11, 2007 Turkey Lashes Out at U.S. Lawmakers for Armenian 'Genocide' Measure Turkey criticized U.S. lawmakers and recalled its ambassador after a House panel voted to approve a measure that recognizes the killings of Armenians by Ottoman Turks during World War I as "genocide." A congressman and a former U.S. diplomat explain the issues at hand.

	October 9, 2007 Dueling Books Reignite Debate Over Israeli Lobby in United States Two books examining the Israeli lobby in the U.S., "The Israel Lobby and U.S. Foreign Policy," and "The Deadliest Lies," present opposing views on Israel's influence among U.S. policymakers. Authors John Mearsheimer and Abraham Foxman detail their stances.

	October 9, 2007 High Court Mulls Corporate Fraud Liability, Rejects Torture Case Appeal The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday about the liability of company banks and accountants in corporate fraud cases and rejected an appeal by a German man who claims the CIA kidnapped and tortured him. Marcia Coyle of the National Law Journal provides an update.

	October 8, 2007 Album Reveals Behind-Scenes Activities at Auschwitz Camp In January 2007, a photo album arrived at the Holocaust Museum that gave an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at the Auschwitz complex where more than 1 million people were killed. The pictures show the everyday lives of the guards and their visitors at the complex.

	October 8, 2007 California Takes Lead in Stem Cell Research, Scientist Recruitment Since California passed a $3 billion bond measure for stem cell research, recruitment of top scientists has outpaced every other state. The new funding has sparked the building of state-of-the-art facilities and a push for stem cell innovations.

	October 5, 2007 Auschwitz Slide Show: Prisoners of the Camp (Original Auschwitz Album) The only other Auschwitz photos owned by the Holocaust Museum depict the railside selection process of Hungarian Jews arriving at the camp.

	October 5, 2007 Auschwitz Slide Show: Excursions and Burials Some of the pictures show the officers at target practice, a hunting party and a military funeral of their comrades who died in the December 1944 Allied bombing of Auschwitz.

	October 5, 2007 Auschwitz Slide Show: Dedication of SS Hospital The ceremony marked the handover of documents and authority from the construction department to the camp upon completion of the SS hospital in Auschwitz.

	October 5, 2007 Auschwitz Slide Show: Relaxing at the Lodge Many of the photos depict guards and auxiliaries relaxing at the Solahutte recreation lodge on the outskirts of the Auschwitz complex in Poland near the Sola River.

	October 5, 2007 Shields and Brooks Look at Detention Policy, Election Race Lawmakers lashed out over secret memos on interrogation tactics, and presidential hopefuls reported fund raising figures this week. NewsHour political analysts Mark Shields and David Brooks discuss these issues and other political news of the week.

	October 2, 2007 Myanmar Crisis Sheds New Light on China's Regional Influence During recent protests in Myanmar, the country also known as Burma, the international community relied heavily on the diplomatic intervention of China in efforts to stop a military crackdown. Experts consider China's growing regional influence.

	October 2, 2007 New Orleans School Chief Tackles Rebuilding Shattered System In the second of two reports on efforts to improve education in urban public schools, education correspondent John Merrow explores the plans underway in New Orleans to create a new school system in a city still struggling to rebuild from Hurricane Katrina.

	October 1, 2007 Education Leaders Attempt Reform in Washington, D.C., Schools In the first of two reports on leaders in education who are trying to reform urban schools, NewsHour education correspondent John Merrow investigates improvement efforts in Washington, D.C.

	October 1, 2007 AU Peacekeepers Missing After Rebel Attack in Darfur A weekend attack on an African Union base in Northern Darfur, Sudan, left at least 10 peacekeepers dead and 20 missing. From Khartoum, Charlayne Hunter-Gault provides an update on the search for the missing troops and the AU's role in the troubled region.



	SEPTEMBER September 28, 2007 Foreign Policy Analysts Debate Iraq at UVA Top foreign policy analysts debated the war in Iraq on Thursday night. Margaret Warner moderated the Iraq debate at the Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia.

	September 28, 2007 Senate Passage of SCHIP Measure Increases Pressure on President Bush Congressional Democrats have increased their pressure on President Bush to not veto an expansion of the State Children's Health Insurance Program. On Thursday night, the Senate passed the plan by a wide enough margin to override a veto.

	September 28, 2007 World Leaders Call for End to Myanmar Violence President Bush and British Prime Minister Gordon Brown on Friday joined world leaders denouncing the violence in Myanmar at the hands of the junta government. Indonesia's ambassador to the U.S. and a British foreign minister discuss the situation.

	September 27, 2007 Global Warming Summits Aim to Frame Climate Policy President Bush and Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice opened a global warming conference Thursday, one of two key international meetings this week on greenhouse gases. Top negotiators examine how the U.S. and the world should tackle climate change policy.

	September 27, 2007 Myanmar Military Exercises Strength Against Buddhist Protesters Violence in Myanmar, also known as Burma, continued Thursday as the Asian country's government excersized force against the thousands of Buddist monks protesting there. Independent Television News reports on the situation.

	September 26, 2007 Junta Attempts to Quell Protests in Myanmar Myanmar's military rulers cracked down Wednesday on a recent wave of anti-government protests, which have put a fresh focus on the country's controversial political situation. Two experts assess the latest developments in the South Asian nation.

	September 26, 2007 Autoworkers, GM Agree to Health Care Trust, Other Benefits The United Auto Workers union and General Motors reached a tentative agreement on Wednesday that includes a health care trust fund for retirees. A journalist based in Detroit explains the ramifications of the deal.

	September 25, 2007 Desegregation Pioneers Reflect on Education Milestone Fifty years ago, nine black students entered Little Rock Central High School, marking a critical moment in the efforts to desegregate the nation's schools. Seven of the "Little Rock Nine" recall their experiences.

	September 25, 2007 Protests in Myanmar Draw International Reaction The military rulers of the South Asian nation of Myanmar threatened to crack down on continuing pro-democracy protests on Tuesday even as President Bush announced new sanctions aimed at bringing reform. Regional analysts examine where the standoff is headed.

	September 25, 2007 Supreme Court to Consider Lethal Injections, Voter IDs The Supreme Court agreed Tuesday to decide whether lethal injection amounts to cruel and unusual punishment and whether voter identification laws unfairly deter the poor and minorities from voting.

	September 24, 2007 Autoworkers, GM Continue Talks During Strike United Auto Workers union-represented employees walked out of General Motors plants Monday in the first nationwide strike against a U.S. automaker since 1976. Two experts recount the day's events and the walkout's impact.

	September 21, 2007 Burns Film Examines World War Two Through American Towns Director Ken Burns talks about his new documentary, "The War," which takes an in-depth look at the effects of World War Two on four town across the United States.

	September 20, 2007 Thousands Protest in Support of Jena Six Thousands marched in Jena, La. Thursday to protest charges against six black students accused of beating a white classmate. A reporter and an NAACP representative discuss the ramifications of the case.

	September 20, 2007 Hsu Charged with Campaign Finance Violations Democratic fund-raiser Norman Hsu was indicted Thursday on charges of campaign finance violation and business fraud. Experts consider the role of "bundlers" like Hsu and how campaigns vet their contributions.

	September 19, 2007 Zimbabwe's High Inflation Takes Toll on Population Zimbabwe government programs and private businesses are suffering from a severe increase in the country's inflation. Independent Television News reports on the effects on the population.

	September 19, 2007 Oil Refinery Expansions Face Opposition An oil refinery in Detroit wants to expand its capacity by 15 percent, but neighbors and environmentalists oppose the project. This report, funded in part by the Park Foundation, describes how the Michigan case is indicative of the situation nationwide.

	September 19, 2007 Polls, Editorials Reflect Public's Differing Views on Iraq A new Pew Research Center poll tracks changes in public opinion on the Iraq war following Gen. David Petraeus' testimony before Congress. Four editorial page editors discuss the public's perception in their regions.

	September 18, 2007 Organization Helps Homeless Children Rick Koca created a nonprofit organization designed to help homeless children across the country. He is nominated for the Purpose Prize, which honors retirees who initiate social programs.

	September 18, 2007 Exploring Generation Next Generation Next is a term for the 42 million 16-to-25 year olds who watched the Twin Towers collapse, experienced the shootings at Virginia Tech University, grew up online and statistically speaking are better educated than any other generation in history.

	September 18, 2007 Young Entrepreneurs Target Global Warming An increasing number of young people are concerned about global warming, according to recent studies, and some are working to fight it through business initiatives, such as credit cards that invest in renewable energy.

	September 17, 2007 Organization Helps Preserve African-American Family Land Ammie McRae Jenkins, founder of the Sandhills Family Heritage Association, helps preserve black family-owned land and culture. The NewsHour reports on her efforts.

	September 17, 2007 New Book Looks at the Internet's Impact on American Life A recently published book by Andrew Keen, titled "The Cult of the Amateur: How Today's Internet is Killing our Culture" takes a look at the impact of the Internet on American life. The NewsHour reports on the book's message.

	September 17, 2007 Presidential Candidate Clinton Unveils Health Care Plan Presidential hopeful Sen. Hillary Clinton, D-N.Y., unveiled her health care plan Monday. The plan would aim to insure all Americans. NewsHour health correspondent Susan Dentzer and a political reporter discuss Clinton's proposal.

	September 13, 2007 Los Angeles Police Department Finds New Ways to Recruit Aging baby boomers and the heavy military recruitment have put strains on police personnel. The NewsHour looks at how Los Angeles police are handling the challenge.

	September 11, 2007 Post-9/11 Family Foundation Helps Terror and Trauma Victims The parents of Peter Alderman, a 25-year-old victim of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks, have developed a foundation to provide mental health services to international victims of violence. They discuss their efforts to honor their son's memory with Gwen Ifill.

	September 11, 2007 Ceremonies Mark Six Years Since Sept. 11 Terrorist Attacks Speeches, vigils, and other events across the country marked the sixth anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on New York and Washington. Americans touched by the disaster remembered the 3,000 lives lost that day.

	September 7, 2007 Mortgage Crisis Leads to Abandoned Homes, Employment Cuts As a result of housing market problems, the number of abandoned homes in California has increased and jobs have been cut. Jeffrey Kaye of KCET-Los Angeles reports on the effects of mortgage crisis.

	September 7, 2007 Public Service Flourishes in Post-9/11 Generation President John F. Kennedy's call to service in the early 1960s inspired a past generation to join the Peace Corps or pursue a career in government, and with the coming-of-age of the post-9/11 generation, some of those ideals are making a comeback.

	September 5, 2007 PBS Documentary Examines Lives, Opinions of Generation Next As a follow-up to January's documentary on the challenges facing young Americans, Judy Woodruff and the team have put together another hour of reporting, set to air on most PBS stations Wednesday night. "Generation Next 2.0" profiles seven unique young adults.

	September 5, 2007 New Freedoms for Civil Society Heighten Political Tensions in Pakistan Journalists, artists and judicial activists have found voices in new freedoms in Pakistani culture, but clashes also have arisen. Margaret Warner reports from Pakistan on cultural tensions between the traditional and more modern ideologies.

	September 5, 2007 MacNeil Comments on MacDowell Artist Colony Located in Peterborough, N.H., the MacDowell Colony houses artists for up to two months, allowing them to focus on their work. Robert MacNeil, former co-anchor and executive editor of the NewsHour is MacDowell Colony's chairman. He answered your questions about the colony.

	September 5, 2007 Generation Next 2.0, Part VII: Jon Reimer A student at Villanova University, Jon Reimer is an outspoken conservative and an evangelical Christian. With his views strongly influenced by his upbringing, Jon is typical of many in his generation who maintain a close relationship with their parents.

	September 5, 2007 Generation Next 2.0, Part VI: LaKeesha Perry At the age of 23, LaKeesha Perry already has three children to take care of while she works at General Motors and attends classes at Wayne State University.

	September 5, 2007 Generation Next 2.0, Part V: Jarrett Lucas Jarrett Lucas, 21, rides across the country visiting Christian colleges and universities, talking to students about accepting homosexuality. An openly gay man, Jarrett had a difficult "coming out" experience as a teen, but has now come to terms with his faith and his sexual orientation.

	September 5, 2007 Generation Next 2.0, Part IV: John Allan Clark John Allan Clark, 25, has ventured into territory where blogs and 24-hour cable news networks won't dare to enter: local news in Marion, Ala. Clark has bridged racial divides and brought the idealism of Generation Next to his hometown.

	September 5, 2007 Generation Next 2.0, Part III: Cole Carpenter Cole Carpenter grew up alongside a tractor and hopes to raise a family on his family farm, in spite of the financial difficulties facing his future. But by bringing technology to the business, Cole may be able to weather the challenges of the industry.

	September 5, 2007 Generation Next 2.0, Part II: Leo Vazquez Leo Vazquez, a 23-year-old ex-gang member, has been in and out of prison since he was only 8. Now, with a wife and two daughters, he tries to reconstruct his life with multiple jobs, all without a high school diploma.

	September 5, 2007 Generation Next 2.0, Part I: John and Katie Fiske John and Katie Fiske are atypical of their generation: they are married and already own an apartment. Yet they also share many of the characteristics of their peers, including a close relationship with their parents and a desire to raise a family with traditional values.



	AUGUST August 31, 2007 President Bush, Bernanke Weigh In on Credit Crisis President Bush announced a series of measures Friday intended to help ease the credit crunch caused by mortgage defaults, while Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said he would monitor the situation.

	August 31, 2007 Iraq, Economy Weigh on Minds of Young Voters Politicians target a variety of voters -- Baby Boomers, retirees, homeland security moms and NASCAR dads -- but surveys show it's hard to pigeonhole young people age 18 to 25. They tend to lean Democratic, but only slightly, and the real question is, will they vote.

	August 30, 2007 Pioneers Hope to Revitalize New Orleans Doctors, business owners and other young professionals have moved into New Orleans since Hurricane Katrina, attracted by the concept of starting anew. NewsHour correspondent Tom Bearden presents the final report in a series on Katrina's two-year anniversary.

	August 30, 2007 Risky Subprime Market Sends Ripples Through Financial World The volatility of the financial markets this summer has stemmed from weaknesses within the mortgage industry and other risky loan operations. Economics correspondent Paul Solman explains what is behind the subprime market and how it has impacted the financial world.

	August 29, 2007 Community Leaders Discuss Future of Gulf Coast President Bush and other officials observed the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, honoring the dead and touring neighborhoods. Four community leaders in Louisiana and Mississippi share their thoughts on the future of the Gulf Coast.

	August 29, 2007 Reporter's Notebook: Karachi Residents Experience Extremes In their third report, Margaret Warner and producer Simon Marks witness extreme wealth and poverty -- and a technological boom -- in Pakistan's business capital, Karachi.

	August 28, 2007 Agricultural Problems Lead to Farmer Suicides in India Farming in India has become difficult and costly, leading to thousands of farmers taking their own lives. The NewsHour reports on why the industry has become so challenging and what farmers are doing to get through this tough period.

	August 28, 2007 New Orleans Sees Rise in Latino Population Years after Hurricane Katrina and subsequent flooding caused a mass evacuation of New Orleans, a growing population of Latinos is moving into the city. NewsHour correspondent Tom Bearden presents the latest report in a series on Katrina's two-year anniversary.

	August 28, 2007 Number of Uninsured Hits New High, Census Shows The Census Bureau reported Tuesday that 47 million Americans had no health insurance in 2006, an increase of more than 2 million from the previous year. Health correspondent Susan Dentzer discusses the growing problem.

	August 24, 2007 MacDowell Artists Colony Celebrates 100th Birthday The MacDowell Colony has provided a creative workspace for artists for 100 years. The NewsHour reports on the centennial celebrations and role of the New Hampshire institution.

	August 24, 2007 Artist Colony Celebrates 100 Years The MacDowell Colony, the nation's oldest haven for writers, composers and other artists, celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. Former NewsHour co-anchor Robert MacNeil, MacDowell's chairman, answers your questions.

	August 23, 2007 Joy Harjo Reflects on the 'Spirit of Poetry' Born into the Muscogee Creek Nation in Oklahoma, Joy Harjo's poetry, song and saxophone music honor the Native American spirit.

	August 22, 2007 Soul Singer Mavis Staples Vocalizes Civil Rights Movement Gospel and soul singer Mavis Staples sang freedom songs throughout the civil rights movement. She discusses her role in the movement and the impact it has had throughout her career.

	August 21, 2007 San Francisco Works to Curb Bottled Water Waste San Francisco government officials are banning the use of city money for bottled water, hoping to save financial and environmental resources. A NewsHour report, funded in part by the Park Foundation, explores the move.

	August 20, 2007 New Orleans Still Being Rebuilt Two Years After Katrina Two years ago, Hurricane Katrina and subsequent flooding devastated New Orleans and its surrounding area. The New Orleans Times-Picayune's Chris Rose discusses the healing state of New Orleans on the second anniversary.

	August 20, 2007 Farmers in Colorado Struggle with Labor Shortage In the wake of repeated crackdowns on illegal workers, some farmers in Colorado are struggling to bring in their crops with fewer available migrant workers. The NewsHour reports on how the problem is affecting individual farmers and the American economy.

	August 17, 2007 Utah Mine Rescue Suspended After Three Die in Collapse Officials suspended efforts to rescue six trapped coal miners in Huntington, Utah Friday after a second collapse killed three and injured six people trying to find the miners.

	August 16, 2007 Teachers Grapple with Attaining Education Law's Goals The third and final installment in NewsHour education special correspondent John Merrow's series looks at how some of the country's best teachers are dealing with the No Child Left Behind law.

	August 16, 2007 Business Experts Discuss Effects of Market Swings Large financial institutions have shouldered much of the impact of the rattled stock market and housing numbers, but there are new concerns about the effects on the economy. Four business writers from around the country explain how the instability is hitting home.

	August 15, 2007 Failing San Diego Schools Work to Meet Standards A number of failing schools in the San Diego area are adjusting their practices to meet standards under the No Child Left Behind law. Special correspondent for education John Merrow continues a series of reports on the law and how it is affecting U.S. education.

	August 14, 2007 World's Largest Toy-maker Issues Second Major Recall Toy-maker Mattel recalled over 400,000 Chinese-made toys Tuesday due to "impermissible levels of lead" and millions of other toys whose powerful magnets could be swallowed by children. The company also said recalls may continue as product testing is stepped up.

	August 14, 2007 School Districts Find Loopholes in No Child Left Behind Law School districts are getting around certain requirements of the No Child Left Behind law by setting the bar measuring student progress low in the beginning. Special correspondent for education John Merrow begins a series of reports.

	August 13, 2007 Bridge Inspections Under Scrutiny After Minneapolis Collapse The collapse of a highway bridge in Minneapolis highlighted the need for better inspections of U.S. infrastructure. Correspondent Betty Ann Bowser explains the inspection process and improvements some are demanding.

	August 10, 2007 Homosexual Teens Coming Out Earlier to More Accepting Environment The average age people used to come out as gay or lesbian was in their mid-20s, but that has dropped to the mid-teens over the last two decades. National organizations that advocate tolerance are working to create more accepting environments for these young people in their schools.

	August 10, 2007 Bush Administration Pushes Enforcement of Immigration Workplace Laws The Bush administration announced new measures to crack down on immigration laws in the workplace. An immigration liberalization opponent and a business trade association representative debate the move.

	August 9, 2007 Financial Experts Examine Unsteady Stock Market The country's stock market has been unsteady and unpredictable in recent weeks. The NewsHour talks to two financial experts about the market's uneven pattern and what it might mean for the American economy.

	August 8, 2007 Bonds New Home Run Record Draws Mixed Reaction San Francisco Giants star Barry Bonds hit his 756th home run Tuesday, breaking Hank Aaron's lifetime record. But the baseball legend's link to a steroids scandal raises questions about his achievement. Sports analysts examine the milestone and the controversy.

	August 8, 2007 Safety of Coal Mining Debated after Utah Mine Collapse Rescuers announced plans Wednesday to drill holes to supply water and air to six trapped coal miners in Utah. A reporter in the area and a mining expert talk about the rescue mission and the dangers of the profession.

	August 6, 2007 President Signs Law to Expand Wiretapping Program President Bush signed a law granting the National Security Agency broader authority in monitoring communications among foreigners and Americans. A civil liberties advocate and a former National Security Council lawyer assess the new law.

	August 3, 2007 Local Officials Describe Bridge Collapse's Toll on Minneapolis A fifth person was confirmed dead after the collapse of a highway bridge in Minneapolis, while authorities lowered the number of missing to eight. The mayor of Minneapolis and the county sheriff describe the effect on the community.

	August 2, 2007 Iraq War Impacts Enrollment of Blacks in Military While many still look to the military as a source of financial and professional development, the Iraq war has taken a toll on enrollment, particularly in black communities.



	JULY July 31, 2007 Common Grassland Birds Disappearing in Midwest Some of the most common grassland birds in Illinois, including the meadowlark, are decreasing in numbers. Correspondent Elizabeth Brackett of WTTW-Chicago reports on efforts to restore and preserve their prairie habitat.

	July 30, 2007 Congress Eyes Expanding Children's Health Insurance Lawmakers and President Bush have been at odds over funding for the State Children's Health Insurance Program, which is set to expire this year. Health and Human Services Secretary Michael Leavitt and GOP Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty debate the matter.

	July 27, 2007 Simpsons Movie Director Talks About New Film The culturally-iconic animated TV show "The Simpsons" finally came out as a full-length feature Friday. Co-creator James L. Brooks talks to the NewsHour about the new film and its reflection of Americans.

	July 26, 2007 Iraqi Refugees Flee War-torn Country Millions of Iraqi citizens have left their war-torn country to seek refuge abroad or fled to other parts of the country. A migration expert and a representative of a humanitarian group weigh in on the situation.

	July 26, 2007 Obesity Spreads Through Friends, Family, Study Finds People whose friends and family members gain weight are more likely to become obese themselves, according to a study in this week's New England Journal of Medicine. NewsHour health correspondent Susan Dentzer discusses the findings.

	July 26, 2007 Federal Judge Strikes Down Hazleton's Illegal Immigration Law A U.S. District judge overturned an immigration law in Hazleton, Pa., that punished landlords who rented to illegal immigrants and businesses that that hired them, saying the law was unconstitutional.

	July 25, 2007 Author Puts Faces on the Immigration Debate The new book "Antonio's Gun and Delfino's Dream" features true stories about Mexican immigration into the United States. Its author, Sam Quinones, discusses his work and the larger immigration debate.

	July 24, 2007 Zimbabwe President to Move Toward Nationalizing Foreign Firms In an effort to revive the suffering economy in Zimbabwe, President Robert Mugabe announced plans to push toward nationalizing foreign firms. A professor and African policy expert consider the impacts on the African country.

	July 23, 2007 Automakers and Union Negotiate Workers Pay, Health Care Three major U.S. automakers, including General Motors, are negotiating with United Auto Workers on wages, pension plans and health care. Analysts talk about what the industry hopes to achieve.

	July 19, 2007 Dog Fighting Still Prevalent Sport in U.S. Although dog fighting is illegal in the United States and a felony in 48 states, it is still occurring throughout the United States. An animal rights advocate and a dog-fighting documentarian discuss the savage sport.

	July 19, 2007 Gastric Band Surgery Offers Hope for Obese Teens