Thursday, September 24, 2009

The Role of Government in American Lives

10 a.m. (ET)

Polls show growing skepticism about the power of government. A discussion of how public perceptions are affecting current debate on healthcare, climate change, financial regulation and the role of government in our everyday lives.

E.L. Doctorow: "Homer and Langley" (Random House)

11 a.m. (ET)

Author E.L. Doctorow presents his latest novel, inspired by the true story of New York City's most famous pack rats -- the Collyer Brothers.

The Diane Rehm Show is produced by member-supported WAMU 88.5 in Washington DC.