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About the Show

You know the stories that make the headlines. You see them everywhere. But every week To The Contrary goes behind the headlines. That's our segment where we take a little more time so that you get more of the story.

This Week's Featured Topic

Environmentally Friendly: Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson on ensuring a clean and green America for generations to come.

Upcoming Topic for Next Week

Crisis in the Congo: Horriffic rape and sexual violence has become the norm in this war-torn country.

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