Fed Chief Quizzed on Subprime Mortgages

Congress asks Ben Bernanke for answers on the subprime mortgage meltdown.

Candid Talk on Darfur

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Jan Pronk says what he really thinks of the crisis in Darfur now that he’s no longer a diplomat.

Life in a Gang Ruled Neighborhood

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Here and Now’s David Boeri profiles a young man in one of Boston’s “high crime hot spots” who must live or die by the rules of the gangs in his neighborhood.

Bush Withdraws Ambassador Nominee

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Ambassadorial nomination of businessman Sam Fox is withdrawn after allegations Fox funded conservative group behind Swift boat ad.

Solomon Burke

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We talk to one of the few remaining regents from the era of classic soul.

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