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June 24, 2004
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At Least 69 Dead in Iraq Attacks

Iraq check: Insurgents launch a series of coordinated attacks against police and government facilities. At least 69 people are dead, including three U.S. soldiers.

Turkey Bombings

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We have the latest on explosions in Ankara and Istanbul. President Bush is due to visit Turkey this weekend.

Immunity in Iraq

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Order 17 gives foreign personnel in the CPA in Iraq immunity from local criminal and civil jurisdiction. The Bush Administrations intends to extend this order to US troops in Iraq once power is transferred from the CPA to Iraqis.

The Arab Mind

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An old textbook is under attack in the academic world for laying the groundwork for abuses at Abu Ghraib.

Nader and the Congressional Black Caucus

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Presidential candidate Ralph Nader takes the heat from the Congressional Black Caucus.

Stem Cell Proposal

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As new legislation is introduced that would expand the federal government’s role in stem cell research, we look at the political realities facing this issue.

Letters 6/24/04

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Listeners comment.

Lollapalooza Cancelled

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The touring alternative rock festival is cancelled. Has alt rock seen its day?

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