Military

The Rise of Militias and Hate Groups in the U.S.

The Rise of Militias and Hate Groups in the U.S.

March 31, 2010

A Christian militia in Michigan is charged with plotting against the U.S. and attempting to deploy weapons of mass destruction. How a weak economy, the election of the first African-American president and political extremism are fueling...

Administration Debates Trying Alleged 9/11 Plotters in Civilian or Military Courts.

Administration Debates Trying Alleged 9/11 Plotters in Civilian or Military Courts.

March 11, 2010

Debate within the administration on whether to try alleged 9/11 plotters in civilian or military courts.

News Roundup - Hour 2

March 5, 2010

The U.S.-led coalition prepares for new offensive in southern Afghanistan. Iran shuts down opposition publications. And Chile begins the long road to recovery after a massive earthquake. A panel of journalists joins Diane for analysis of...

Iraq: Election Outlook

March 4, 2010

Tensions are high in Iraq ahead of this Sunday's national elections. An uptick in sectarian violence and concerns about the security situation have some fearing a low turnout. A preview of what the elections will mean for Iraqis, their...

News Roundup - Hour 2

February 26, 2010

The latest on the Marja offensive; the Dutch government collapses over its NATO commitment in Afghanistan; and India and Pakistan resume talks. A panel of journalists joins Diane for analysis of the week's top international news stories.

Canyon Sam: "Sky Train"

February 23, 2010

Tibetan women on the edge of history. A third-generation Chinese-American recounts the stories of four women in Tibet whose lives were torn apart when China took control in the 1950s.

News Roundup - Hour 2

February 19, 2010

More top Taliban leaders are captured; a Haitian judge releases eight American missionaries; and the U.N. climate chief resigns. A panel of journalists joins Diane for analysis of the week's top international news stories.

News Roundup - Hour 2

February 12, 2010

New efforts to stem financial panic in Europe, protests in Iran, and South Africa celebrates the 20th anniversary of Nelson Mandela�s release from prison. The stories behind the week's top international news. A panel of journalists...

Garry Wills: "Bomb Power" (Rebroadcast)

February 7, 2010

How the creation of the atomic bomb led to greater power for the president. Pulitzer-prize-winning author and historian Garry Wills explains why secrecy surrounding the Manhattan Project resulted in unprecedented powers for modern U.S...

News Roundup - Hour 2

February 5, 2010

China threatens to retaliate against U.S. companies involved in arms sales to Taiwan; India offers to resume high-level talks with Pakistan; and an Iraqi court allows hundreds of banned candidates to participate in upcoming elections. A...

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