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Tuesday      
May 11, 2004
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Senate Hears Testimony on Abu Ghraib

Major General Antonio Taguba and other Pentagon officials testify to the Senate Armed Services, and we speak with journalist Seymour Hersh about the scandal.

The Colossus of American Empire

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We speak with author Niall Ferguson about his new book, “Colossus: The Price of America’s Empire.”

A Conversation with Nick Berg’s Father

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Robin Young spoke with Nick Berg’s father after he learned his son had died, but before news of a horrific videotape showing Nick’s execution at the hands of Islamic militants.

Union Will Deny Gays Benefits

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The IBEW amends its benefits plans to exclude same sex couples from health and pension benefits should they marry.

Reopening the Murder Trial of Emmett Till

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We look at the murder of Emmett Till, a black youth killed in 1955. The Justice Department announced this week it is opening a criminal investigation into the case because of new evidence.

How to Be President

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Ever thought of being president? We speak to the author of “How to be President.”

Pop’s Punk Influence

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We review a series of new CDs with pop music critic, Tim Riley.

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