Base Closings and the BRAC Commission

The Base Realignment and Closure Commission (BRAC) resumes its hearings Thursday on the fate of the nation’s military bases. Here and Now brings you the latest information.

Islamic Extremism in Europe

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A member of parliament in Spain talks about the rise of Islamic extremism in Europe.

U.S. Reaction to the War in Iraq

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Cindy Sheehan press conference, a the sister of a marine who was killed in Afghanistan talks about her meeting with President Bush.

Your Letters

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A selection from the Here and Now mailbag.

Sports Roundup with Bill Littlefield

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Lance Armstrong, Curt Shilling and Rafael Palmerio.

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