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The California Report
Reporting from Denver, Scott Shafer recaps Hillary Clinton's speech to the Democratic National Convention.
- Catching Up With California's Youngest Democratic Delegate and Remembering Del Martin
- Catching Up With California's Youngest Democratic Delegate
- Remembering Del Martin
NEWS HEADLINES
Perspectives | Aug 27, 2008
At a certain age Joan Reiss can't run ultra-marathons or hike the Sierras anymore, but she's found new meaning elsewhere -- in her family.
Host: Joan Reiss
Perspectives | Aug 26, 2008
Evan Sagerman is called upon to dispose of a dead mouse which he turns into a teaching moment.
Host: Evan Sagerman
San Francisco Chronicle
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Clintons are powerful weapon in Obama arsenal
Hillary buttons are selling at a deep discount on the streets of Denver, but the most powerful political couple in American history has emerged from the Democratic convention as Sen. Barack Obama's most dangerous weapon. Like all dangerous weapons, Sen....
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Obama surprises Dems with convention visit
Barack Obama, who was formally nominated Wednesday as the first major-party African American presidential candidate in history, delighted and electrified Democrats with a surprise visit on the third day of their national convention - one painted with a...
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Stocks rise following gain in durable goods orders
Wall Street posted a sizable advance Wednesday after the government reported a larger-than-expected increase in orders for big-ticket manufactured goods that indicated the economy could be stronger than some investors thought. The Commerce Department said...
NewsHour with Jim Lehrer
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Military Veterans at Convention Describe Why They Support Obama
In the race between Sen. John McCain and Sen. Barack Obama, the Republican claims his political and military experience gives him a clear advantage. But military veterans attending the Democratic Convention say Obama's judgment and vision make him the best candidate.
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Historians Give High Marks to Former President Bill Clinton's Speech
In a speech that drew huge applause from the crowd, former President Bill Clinton said, "The Republicans said I was too young and too inexperienced to be commander in chief... Sound familiar?" Delegates and historians analyze the speech and Clinton's legacy.
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New Orleans Mayor Warns of Possible Evacuation as Storm Nears
Mayor Ray Nagin told the Online NewsHour that any storm above a Category Two hurricane would prompt the city to order a full evacuation. Nagin also answered viewer questions on Katrina rebuilding and the storm's aftermath.
BBC News
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Bill Clinton backs Obama for president
Bill Clinton resoundingly endorses Barack Obama who is formally nominated by US Democrats as their presidential candidate.
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Russia faces fresh condemnation
Seven of the world's top industrialised nations deplore Russia's decision to recognise Georgia's breakaway regions.
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Thai PM changes tack on protests
The Thai PM says he will not use force against thousands of protesters besieging government, in an apparent change of heart.
Nightly Business Report
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STREET CRITIQUE Coming Up - Michael Farr
Anchor Paul Kangas interviews market strategists and financial experts about Wall Street trends. On Wednesday, August 27th, Michael Farr, President and Chief Investment Officer of Farr, Miller and Washington, will be Paul's guest.
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Broken Banks
The credit crisis is driving more U.S. banks closer to the brink of failure and putting more stress on the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). As NBR Washington bureau chief Darren Gersh reports, the FDIC may soon have no choice but to change the way it charges banks for insurance.
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Keeping Pace with Inflation
NBR continues its year-long Get Your Finances Ready for Retirement series with tips that could help you inflation-proof your retirement income.
