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Thursday

Radio History: March On Washington Recalled

Forty years ago Thursday, radio storyteller Jean Shepherd took a crowded bus from New York City to participate in the March on Washington. The next day, he went on the air and shared the experience from his perspective in the crowds. He had been surprised by the good-natured attitude of most of the demonstrators, and by how they had been received by regular people walking around in the city. We hear an excerpt from his broadcast of Aug. 29, 1963.

Radio History: March On Washington Recalled

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March Voices

On August 28, 1963, a quarter million people braved the heat and humidity of the nation's capital to fight for their rights. NPR Senior Correspondent Juan Williams ends the four-part series on March on Washington with the voices that brought power and weight to this historical moment.

March Voices

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Poll: Dean Leads Kerry in New Hampshire

A Zogby poll of likely Democratic primary voters in New Hampshire shows former Vermont Gov. Howard Dean is the leading Democratic presidential candidate in the key state, leading his closest rival, Massachusetts Sen. John Kerry, by 21 points. Hear Rich Killion of the Marlin Fitzwater Center for Communication.

Poll: Dean Leads Kerry in New Hampshire

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World

U.S. Wants More Iraq Funds

The Bush administration is expected to ask Congress for a significant increase in funds for the reconstruction of Iraq. U.S. Iraq administrator Paul Bremer says he is seeking another $3 billion. Members of Congress say the initial $2.5 billion supplemental appropriation for Iraq is all but spent. Hear NPR's Vicky O'Hara.

U.S. Wants More Iraq Funds

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World

Halliburton's Rich Iraq Deals

A Washington Post report reveals that Halliburton -- formerly headed by Vice President Dick Cheney -- has received Pentagon contracts worth $1.7 billion to aid in the rebuilding of Iraq. The contracts cover everything from building construction to logistical support. Hear Post reporter Michael Dobbs.

Halliburton's Rich Iraq Deals

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Wednesday

Giving Convicts a Second Chance

The nation's prison population hit a record 2.1 million last year. Law enforcement officials, charity workers, and others are just starting to focus on what happens when all those inmates get out. On Morning Edition, NPR's Steve Inskeep reports on efforts in Baltimore, Md., to find jobs for those who are determined to stay out of prison.

Giving Convicts a Second Chance

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Sunday

The Unfinished Business of the March on Washington

Phillip Martin reports on the reflections of people in Massachusetts who attended the civil rights March on Washington four decades ago. They talk about their participation in the event, and about what has and hasn't changed in the African-American community since then.

The Unfinished Business of the March on Washington

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Monday

After Blackout, New Yorkers Return to Work

The morning commute goes as planned with no major problems for millions of New Yorkers on the first Monday after last week's blackout. And trash collection returns to schedule. Mayor Michael Bloomberg calls for an investigation into how the blackout was able to disrupt parts of the city's 911 emergency-dispatch system. Hear NPR's Margot Adler.

After Blackout, New Yorkers Return to Work

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Sunday

Investigation into Blackout

A probe into the largest electrical outage in U.S. history focuses on an area in northern Ohio, where an investigator says three transmission lines failed just before the blackout. In New York City, power has been restored to most areas. But grid overseers warn of more rolling blackouts as a new work week begins. Hear NPR's Jennifer Ludden, NPR's Scott Horsley and NPR's Mike Pesca.

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Study: Minneapolis, Seattle, Denver Most Literate Cities

A new study ranks 64 of America's largest cities by their commitment to literacy. Minneapolis, Seattle and Denver top the list, which was compiled based on the availability and number of booksellers, quality of libraries, educational level of the population, number of periodicals published and newspaper circulation. Hear the study's author, John Miller.

Study: Minneapolis, Seattle, Denver Most Literate Cities

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Monday

'Post' Finds Gaps in U.S. Claims on Iraq Arms

The Washington Post runs a major report detailing new information that indicates the Bush administration lacked evidence to support its pre-war claim that Iraq's nuclear threat was imminent. Hear NPR's Renee Montagne and Post reporter Barton Gellman.

'Post' Finds Gaps in U.S. Claims on Iraq Arms

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Sunday

Divisions in D.C. Aid Turmoil in Iraq

Months before war in Iraq began, there was a fierce turf battle in Washington, D.C., over who would write the final script for the nation's reconstruction: the State Department or the Pentagon. The Pentagon won, but the political fallout hurt U.S. efforts to restore postwar order. NPR's Jacki Lyden reports.

Divisions in D.C. Aid Turmoil in Iraq

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Friday

Bush Order on Iraqi Oil Funds Under Scrutiny

In May, President Bush signed an executive order that declared "null and void" any legal decisions that would claim Iraqi oil money. The administration says it just wants to guarantee money for Iraqi reconstruction. But critics say the words in the executive order could allow oil companies to act with impunity. NPR's Peter Overby reports.

Bush Order on Iraqi Oil Funds Under Scrutiny

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