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Tuesday      
May 18, 2004
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9/11 Commission Looks at Terrorism Response

The 9/11 Commission meets in New York City to look at the emergency response to the terrorist attack.

State Department Terrorism Report Challenged

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Rep. Henry Waxman of California criticizes a report from the State Department that shows a decrease in terrorist incidents.

India’s Presidential Problem

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Congress Party leader Sonia Gandhi may not be India’s next Prime Minister.

Spyware

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We look at software that spies on you.

Gay Marriage in Connecticut and Rhode Island

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Two Attorneys General weigh in on whether their states will recognize gay marriage licenses from Massachusetts.

Saugus Gay Couple

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Host Robin Young goes to Saugus Town Hall with two men seeking a marriage license.

Atkins Study

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We speak to the author of a study of the Atkins Diet.

Fahrenheit 9/11 at Cannes

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The new film from Michael Moore is shown at Cannes.

Iron Curtain Classical

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Our classical music critic reviews music from behind the Iron Curtin that was performed during the 1950s.

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