Author: Jim Lehrer Publisher: PBS
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Newsmaker Interviews: NewsHour with Jim Lehrer - PBS Podcast
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The best of the in-depth interviews between the NewsHour and key domestic and international leaders.
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Holder: 9/11 Trials Will Weigh 'Crime of the Century'
Author: Online NewsHour Fri, Nov 13, 2009
In an interview with Jim Lehrer, Attorney General Eric Holder discusses the decision to prosecute the alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and four other Guantanamo Bay detainees in civilian federal court in New York, calling the stakes "enormous."
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Premiums 'Will Go Down' Under Health Bill, Orszag Says
Author: Online NewsHour Tue, Nov 10, 2009
In an interview with Judy Woodruff, Peter Orszag, director of the White House's Office of Management and Budget, outlines how health care reform will reduce medical costs.
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Karzai on Firing Corrupt Officials: 'We Have and We Will'
Author: Online NewsHouAuthor: r Mon, Nov 09, 2009
In an exclusive interview with Margaret Warner, Afghan President Hamid Karzai discusses ending corruption in his country, his views on President Obama's rethinking of military strategy in the region, and more.
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Abdullah Calls for Legitimacy in Afghan Government
Author: Online NewsHour Wed, Nov 04, 2009
Former Afghan presidential candidate Abdullah Abdullah spoke with Margaret Warner in Kabul Wednesday to discuss his decision to drop out of the runoff election and allegations of electoral fraud shrouding President Hamid Karzai's new term.
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Clinton: Pakistan 'Making Progress' Against Extremists
Author: Online NewsHour Fri, Oct 30, 2009
In a Friday interview with Margaret Warner in Islamabad, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton discussed the goals of her Pakistan trip, how she is encouraged by the country's battle against extremists and the administration's upcoming decision on an Afghan strategy.
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Kerry: Afghan Troop Push Goes 'Too Far, Too Fast'
Author: Online NewsHour Mon, Oct 26, 2009
Margaret Warner speaks with Sen. John Kerry about his recent trip to Afghanistan to persuade President Hamid Karzai to accept a runoff election.
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Afghanistan's Disputed Election Complicates U.S. Strategy
Author: Online NewsHour Wed, Oct 14, 2009
As President Obama develops a new Afghanistan strategy, rising violence there and an unresolved election have combined to sap public support for the war. Ashraf Ghani, who was one of Afghanistan's presidential candidates, discusses his country's future.
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Emanuel: Cost, Competition Central to Health Reform
Author: Online NewsHour Tue, Oct 13, 2009
In an interview, White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel discusses the Senate Finance Committee's passage of a health reform bill, the future for the public option and more.
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Clinton: No Troop Moves Until Afghan Election Resolved
Author: Online NewsHour Mon, Sep 21, 2009
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton discusses U.S. top commander in Afghanistan Gen. Stanley McChrystal's assessment of the war, the U.S. stance on the Karzai government and the U.N. General Assembly meeting.
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Boehner Says GOP Support Unlikely for Baucus Health Plan
Author: Online NewsHour Thu, Sep 17, 2009
In an interview with Jeffrey Brown, House Minority Leader John Boehner describes the prospects for GOP support of the president's health reform push and describes what he sees as a "modern-day political rebellion in America" over the expanding role of government.
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Axelrod Optimistic About Health Care Reform Push
Author: Online NewsHour Wed, Sep 09, 2009
Judy Woodruff speaks with White House senior adviser David Axelrod about what is at stake for President Obama ahead of Wednesday night's speech.
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Pelosi: Democrats Not Sacrificing Too Much in Reform Effort
Author: Online NewsHour Thu, Jul 30, 2009
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday that Democrats are not giving up too much in the push to pass a bipartisan health reform plan.
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Miliband Presses Political Strategy for Afghans, Insurgency
Author: Online NewsHour Tue, Jul 28, 2009
British Foreign Secretary David Miliband tells Gwen Ifill that the Afghan war requires more of a political solution to win, in addition to a military one.
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Schools to Compete for Funding in Obama Reform Plan
Author: Online NewsHour Fri, Jul 24, 2009
The Obama administration is pushing education leaders to accept a series of reforms, including performance pay for teachers and a deeper embrace of charter schools. Education Secretary Arne Duncan discusses the proposals with Judy Woodruff.
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Focus on Social and Emotional Health Raises Test Scores
Author: Online NewsHour Tue, Jul 21, 2009
A new trend in public schools is helping students focus not just on math and science, but also on their feelings. John Tulenko of Learning Matters reports on how social and emotional learning is improving test scores.
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Obama Outlines Expectations for Health Reform Timeline, Economic Recovery
Author: Online NewsHour Mon, Jul 20, 2009
In an interview with Jim Lehrer, President Barack Obama said he could be flexible on the August deadline for a health care reform plan if most details are in place and discussed the state of the economy.
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Lawmakers Push Sotomayor for Views on Critical Issues
Author: Online NewsHour Wed, Jul 15, 2009
Sonia Sotomayor faced new questioning from lawmakers Wednesday. Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee Patrick Leahy and Sen. Charles Grassley give their take on the hearings.
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Post-Bankruptcy, GM CEO Pledges New Course
Author: Online NewsHour Fri, Jul 10, 2009
After the announcement that General Motors Corp. had completed its 40-day stay under bankruptcy protection, CEO Fritz Henderson speaks to Judy Woodruff about the company's goals for remaking the struggling auto maker.
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U.S. Expands Offensive in Southern Afghanistan
Author: Online NewsHour Fri, Jul 03, 2009
On the second day of a major U.S. offensive in Southern Afghanistan, journalist Nancy Youssef discusses how the Marine-led mission is proceeding.
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Iraq's Security Forces Making New Progress, Odierno Says
Author: Online NewsHour Wed, Jul 01, 2009
Gen. Ray Odierno, head of multi-national forces in Iraq, gives his take on for the country's path to stability one day after the U.S. troop withdrawal from Iraqi cities.
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Upon U.S. Troop Pullback, Jones Assesses Iraq's Future
Author: Online NewsHour Tue, Jun 30, 2009
U.S. troop withdrawals from Iraqi cities prompted a national holiday, but continued violence leaves the country's stability in question. National Security Adviser retired Gen. Jim Jones discusses the path ahead in Iraq.
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Sebelius: Health Reform Puts Focus on Lower Costs, Better Choices
Author: Online NewsHour Wed, Jun 24, 2009
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius on Wednesday urged lawmakers to approve the White House health care reform plan. She outlines the case for the overhaul with Judy Woodruff.
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Geithner Defends Plan for Regulatory Overhaul
Author: Online NewsHour Thu, Jun 18, 2009
In an interview with Jim Lehrer, Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner details the administration's case for a sweeping overhaul of the financial regulation system and discusses the government's role in shaping an economic recovery.
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Regulatory Reform Plan Aimed at Protecting Larger Economy
Author: Online NewsHour Wed, Jun 17, 2009
President Barack Obama proposed a major overhaul of financial industry regulation Wednesday. White House adviser Christina Romer explains the administration's plans.
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Global Leaders Move to Sanction N. Korea for Nuclear Tests
Author: Online NewsHour Wed, Jun 10, 2009
The world's big powers, including Russia and China, are considering sanctions after North Korea conducted nuclear tests. U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice speaks with Margaret Warner.
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UAW's Gettelfinger Gives Union Take on Auto Deals
Author: Online NewsHour Thu, May 28, 2009
As GM moves closer to a reorganization plan, UAW President Ron Gettelfinger gives the union's perspective on the recent plans to boost the struggling auto industry.
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Axelrod Sheds Light on Obama's Supreme Court Nominating Process
Author: Online NewsHour Tue, May 26, 2009
White House Senior Advisor David Axelrod describes the interview process that led President Obama to chose federal appeals judge Sonia Sotomayor for the Supreme Court, and why the president is confident that she is the best person for the job.
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Axelrod Defends Effort to Block Release of Detainee Photos
Author: Online NewsHour Thu, May 14, 2009
White House senior adviser David Axelrod discusses President Obama's move to block the release of detainee abuse photos, the search for a Supreme Court justice, and controversy over the president's planned speech at the University of Notre Dame.
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Sebelius Assesses Prospects for Medicare's Money Problems, Health Care Reform
Author: Online NewsHour Tue, May 12, 2009
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius explains how the Obama administration is approaching its plans to reform the health care system and address Medicare's mounting funding woes.
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