Incivility, Racial Hostility and Dissent in America

To the Point

Incivility, Racial Hostility and Dissent in America

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Published on Sep 17, 2009, 11:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:49:27

Episode Description

Attacks on America's first black President and his proposals have inflamed America's ongoing controversy about race and politics at a time of economic anxiety. We look at the possible consequences. Also, the US drops the proposed missile defense shield in Eastern Europe, and public lands and public trust during the Bush Administration. 

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A monthly reality-check on the issues Americans care about most. Host Warren Olney draws on his decades of experience to explore the people and issues shaping – and disrupting - our world. How did everything change so fast? Where are we headed? The conversations are informal, edgy and always informative. If Warren's asking, you want to know the answer.