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Friday      
November 10, 2006
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New Political Landscape in Washington

We talk about the new political landscape that President Bush faces now with Boston Globe’s Rick Kline.

Journalist Michael Weisskopf

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Journalist Michael Weisskopf joins us to talk about his new book, “Blood Brothers.”

Wareham’s Vet’s Day Parade

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On this holiday, we mark the end of the parade route in one town. Wareham, Mass. has cancelled its Veteran’s Day parade because there’re not enough people to organize it.

Letters

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We read and respond to letters from our listeners.

Soccer and Football

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Bill Littlefield of Only A Game talks about soccer, football and Michelle Kwan.

Bill Frisell

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He’s been called the “Clark Kent of the electric guitar.” We speak to Bill Frisell about his new album and his 25-year-long career.

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