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John Edwards' War on Poverty

Even though he's no longer running for president, John Edwards is still a man with a mission: to cut poverty in the United States by 50 percent in 10 years. The current economic crisis has him and his followers more committed than ever, but will their efforts gain enough momentum to make a difference? NOW's David Brancaccio talks with Edwards about how he plans to achieve this ambitious goal and what role it may and should have on the upcoming presidential election. Will the issue of poverty in America finally be addressed with more than just lip service?

On Thin Ice

Day 4 of David's Himalayan Travel Journal

On Day 3, David Brancaccio visits the demolished town of Cham and talks to angered residents who were forced to leave their homes due to rising waters. David Brancaccio was in the Himalayas to witness the effects of global warming firsthand. His reports are exclusively online.

Read Day 4: "Who Gives a "Dam"?"

June Election 2008 Cartoon Caption Contest

Put your own words to our June political cartoon for a chance to win a NOW DVD! While you're there, check out previous contest winners.

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NOW's Top Videos of 2008

Below, watch the 10 most popular NOW on PBS videos of the year so far. Also visit the NOW Archive or use the Topic Tool to experience even more NOW shows that match your interests.


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John Edwards' War on Poverty
John Edwards on his ambitious plan to cut poverty in half. Will it work?
Adventures in Democracy
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"Obama, Not Traveling Light"

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"New Math" in a Weak Economy
How is the weak economy affecting social entrepreneurs?
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On Thin Ice
David's Travel Journal
"The road is arduous where crews work every few miles to remove the latest rock slide," David writes on Day 4 of his trip to India to investigate global warming
Your America
Your America book coverA mother of five endures death threats and the loss of her job in the name of the environment. Was it worth it? A new book and DVD from NOW on PBS. Learn More
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Is John McCain getting his fair share of media coverage?
 
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