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The problem of Israel/Gaza

Ron Reagan — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 18:41:56 -0500

It’s great to be back – Happy New Year everyone. 2009.

Tonight, a look at the Israel/Gaza conflict :
First, how did we get here? Matthew Duss, from The Center for American Progress joins us with his take on the politics of this conflict. Matthew holds a master’s degree in Middle East Studies from the University of Washington. Prior to joining the Center, he was a research intern for the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Find his blog posts at Think Progress, The American Prospect and The Guardian.

And later, when is it okay to kill civilians? Ambassador Edward L. Peck is former chief of mission in Iraq and Mauritania and Deputy Director of the White House Task Force on Terrorism for the Reagan administration. He was in the Mideast this past November and joins us with his views on the moral issues involved.

Followed by your calls.
866 – 303 – 2270 IS THE NUMBER TO CALL-IN FOR YOU LISTENERS OUT THERE.

Doing Time Talks Gaza Conflict

Chris Rosen — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:51:40 -0500

Herding Family Farms

Tim Einenkel — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:30:09 -0500

The Environmental Protection Agency's proposal of a "Cow Tax" in order to regulate greenhouse gas emissions will hurt the American farm industry more then it will help the environment, according to American Farmers.

Riki Ott: Open Letter to Coal Sludge Victims

Riki Ott — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:28:38 -0500

CORDOVA, Alaska -- I am sorry for your losses. These simple words were not said enough in the wake of the Exxon Valdez disaster that devastated our landscape, lives, and future.

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Monday, January 5, 2009

Air America — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:08:21 -0500

The Good (Senator Al Franken.):

Leon Panetta to Head CIA

Air America — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 15:47:13 -0500

According to a Democratic official President-elect Barack Obama will name former California congressman Leon Panetta to become CIA director and retired Navy Admiral Dennis Blair as national intelligence director. Politico has more:

Pardon of the Day: Ryan Seacrest

Air America — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 15:40:20 -0500

Today W pardons Ryan Seacrest for doing whatever he did that turned Dick Clark into zombie-dude December 31.

Thom Hartmann: "Smitten Kitten?"

Stephanie Wightman — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:23:51 -0500

Thom Hartmann: Tax cuts?...Just say no!!

Stephanie Wightman — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:08:50 -0500

Tim Kaine Appointed DNC Chairman

Ring of Fire — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:05:18 -0500

Here is the round-up of today's news brought to you by The Daily Left on Go Left TV.

Thom Hartmann: Ghost Chickens Alert!!

Stephanie Wightman — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:51:17 -0500

Thom Hartmann: 9/11 & the butterfly effect

Stephanie Wightman — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:48:09 -0500

Congratulations Al Franken!

Chris Rosen — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:02:59 -0500

Welcome back Doing Time fans! Ron had a restful vacation and he's primed to talk about all of your favorite stories! Gaza! Bribeovich! Richardson! Breast feeding!

Additionally, we'll probably also talk about the probable senate win for Al Franken. To celebrate, allow us to pass along this video of the future senator from the great state of Minnesota. Mr. Franken, err Senator Franken, does a mean Mick Jagger.

Thanks to Boing Boing for the clip!

Moyers and Winship: Making 'Duck Soup' Out of 2009

Bill Moyers and Michael Winship — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:00:37 -0500

As 2008 ends and this New Year begins, with all its fledgling promise despite turmoil and crisis, it's also that time when the media offers its lists of ten best or worst this and that of the previous year, an exercise that simultaneously entertains and infuriates.

Al Franken Certified Winner

Beau Friedlander — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 12:32:34 -0500

Al Franken will be certified as the winner of the Minnesota Senate race at 3:30 today, but if Norm Coleman throws the litigious hissy fit he seems poised for, today's certification does not necessarily mean he will be working on the Hill this week.