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January 22, 2004
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Sharon Stands Firm Despite Bribery Scandal

Israel Prime Minister Ariel Sharon says he has no intention of resigning over a bribery scandal involving Israeli property developer David Appel.

Judiciary Probe Looks at Computer Infiltrations

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The Office of the Sergeant-at-Arms at the U.S. Senate is investigating alleged computer infiltrations. The report says a computer glitch allowed Republicans to gain access to Democratic files relating to judicial nominees.

States Address Gay Marriage

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A look at how two states are addressing the prospect of gay marriage.

Following an Arms Inspector

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The journalist who followed around arms inspector David Kay in Iraq talks about her experiences.

Healthcare and the NH Vote

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As New Hampshire residents prepare for next week’s primary, we look at the issue of healthcare in the Granite State.

Letters 01/22/04

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Listeners tell us what’s on their minds.

The Nields Sisters

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We look at the new CD by the Nields Sisters.

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