Journalist: Obama's Post-Partisanship Out March 31, 2009 • When President Barack Obama came to office, he promised to work with both Democrats and Republicans in his policy decisions. But Slate's chief political correspondent John Dickerson says the Obama administration's attempts at post-partisanship have given way to a sharper tone with the Republicans. Journalist: Obama's Post-Partisanship Out Listen · 4:39 4:39 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102572748/102572721" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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National Commerce Secretary Sounds Off On Trade, Census March 31, 2009 • Gary Locke, who was sworn in last week, tells NPR that the Obama administration will be consistent with Bush administration policies on the issue of unfair competition from a host of countries, including China. Locke also says he has been assured that the census director will report to him. Commerce Secretary Sounds Off On Trade, Census Listen · 4:59 4:59 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102572731/102572713" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Commerce Secretary Sounds Off On Trade, Census Listen · 4:59 4:59 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102572731/102572713" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
News Ruling Favors Franken in Minnesota Senate Contest March 31, 2009 • A court ruling Tuesday has dealt a serious blow to GOP Sen. Norm Coleman's challenge to Democrat Al Franken's 225-vote election victory. Coleman says he will appeal. Minnesotans are losing patience with both candidates in the long-lasting contest.
National To Catch A Burmese Python: A Fine Art In Florida March 31, 2009 • Burmese pythons are spreading from the Everglades National Park to the Florida Keys, threatening wildlife. So wildlife officials are being trained to catch them — and the Nature Conservancy has put together a Python Patrol to get the public involved. To Catch A Burmese Python: A Fine Art In Florida Listen · 4:04 4:04 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102562896/102577400" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
To Catch A Burmese Python: A Fine Art In Florida Listen · 4:04 4:04 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102562896/102577400" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Texas Gov. Under Fire For Rejecting Stimulus Funds March 31, 2009 • Rick Perry, who is running for re-election next year, has refused $555 million in unemployment insurance from the federal government. He says that if he accepted it, businesses would have to pay more when the funding runs out. But his decision doesn't sit well with job seekers. Texas Gov. Under Fire For Rejecting Stimulus Funds Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102430056/102524628" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Economy Obama Arrives in Europe For Economic Summit March 31, 2009 • The G-20 session will be the president's first major foray onto the global stage after dealing largely with domestic issues since his inauguration in January.
Economy Home Prices Fall Anew As Consumers Stay Wary March 31, 2009 • Prices fell an average of 19 percent in January from the same month in 2008 as consumer confidence hovers at record lows, according to two surveys released Tuesday.
World Jones: Afghanistan Strategy A 'Three-Legged Stool' March 31, 2009 • National Security Adviser James Jones says that retooling strategy in Afghanistan will mean addressing not only security issues but also those involving economic development and rule of law. Jones: Afghanistan Strategy A 'Three-Legged Stool' Listen · 5:00 5:00 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102501866/102549450" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Jones: Afghanistan Strategy A 'Three-Legged Stool' Listen · 5:00 5:00 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102501866/102549450" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
Auto Industry In Turmoil Obama Gets Tough With GM, Chrysler March 31, 2009 • The Obama administration is setting deadlines for General Motors and Chrysler to force them into a painful restructuring. The government is pumping just enough cash into the automakers to help them survive for a month or two. Obama says it may take bankruptcy to give the two auto giants the fresh start they need. Obama Gets Tough With GM, Chrysler Listen · 4:16 4:16 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102549492/102549461" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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World Holbrooke: Pakistanis Aim To Root Out Militants March 31, 2009 • An international conference on Afghanistan is convening in The Hague, attended by Richard Holbrooke, U.S. special representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan. He says Pakistani officials told him they're serious about rooting out militants in the lawless tribal areas that border Afghanistan. Holbrooke: Pakistanis Aim To Root Out Militants Listen · 4:56 4:56 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102549507/102549523" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Financial Turmoil Grips World Markets Congress Ponders Curbs On Credit Card Costs March 31, 2009 • Consumer groups complain that a lot of credit card issuers charge hefty fees and high interest rates. This week, congressional committees will take up legislation that would force the card companies to change the way they operate. Congress Ponders Curbs On Credit Card Costs Listen · 1:57 1:57 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102549486/102549459" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Economy G-20 Summit To Test Obama's Leadership March 31, 2009 • Thursday's economic summit will be the first test of President Obama's leadership on the world stage. A draft of the communique being prepared for the economic meeting includes calls for greater regulation, more resources for developing nations and reviving global growth. G-20 Summit To Test Obama's Leadership Listen · 4:13 4:13 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102545627/102549455" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Clinton: 'War On Terror' Phrase Won't Be Used March 30, 2009 • Secretary of State Hillary Clinton confirms the Obama administration has abandoned the use of the phrase "global war on terror." A rallying cry of the Bush administration, the phrase is widely disliked overseas.
Auto Industry In Turmoil Obama Rejects Automakers' Survival Plans March 30, 2009 • President Obama has rejected the survival plans of both GM and Chrysler, saying they don't go far enough. On Monday, he demanded more changes at the two big American automakers. He also raised the specter of bankruptcy. Obama Rejects Automakers' Survival Plans Listen · 1:00 1:00 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102504135/102504133" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Conrad Pledges End-Around If Budget Vote Blocked March 30, 2009 • As Congress begins a budget debate this week, a top Senate Democrat says a parliamentary tactic may be employed if Republicans try to block funding for President Obama's health care initiative.
