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Prince George's Co. Executive candidates seeking the Democratic nomination: former Del. Rushern Baker, County Councilman Samuel Dean, Sheriff Michael Jackson, Del. Gerron Levi and Henry Turner.
Sept. 3, 2010 - The candidates talk about their experience, traffic, future of the hospital, job development, education and the police chief.
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Sept. 3, 2010 - The candidates talk about their experience, traffic, future of the hospital, job development, education and the police chief.
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Mary Cheh and Nancy Floreen
D.C. Councilmember Mary Cheh and Montgomery Co. Councilmember Nancy Floreen grill Pepco President Tom Graham on the utility company's reliability, lack of communication and accountability.
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D.C. Councilmember Mary Cheh and Montgomery Co. Councilmember Nancy Floreen grill Pepco President Tom Graham on the utility company's reliability, lack of communication and accountability.
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D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton and community activist Doug Sloan
A debate between Norton Sloan talked about her past record, what she has to show for after 20 years, voting rights and statehood, who they're going to vote for for mayor and council chair [they both declined to say who they were voting for], vouchers and job creation.
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A debate between Norton Sloan talked about her past record, what she has to show for after 20 years, voting rights and statehood, who they're going to vote for for mayor and council chair [they both declined to say who they were voting for], vouchers and job creation.
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Md. Gov. Candidate Brian Murphy & D.C. Councilmember Vince Orange
Murphy talks about his endorsement from Sarah Palin and how he's different than former Md. governor and current gubernatorial candidate Bob Ehrlich. Orange talked about Michelle Rhee, campaign finance and Kwame Brown.
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Murphy talks about his endorsement from Sarah Palin and how he's different than former Md. governor and current gubernatorial candidate Bob Ehrlich. Orange talked about Michelle Rhee, campaign finance and Kwame Brown.
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D.C. Council Chair Vincent Gray and Pepco's Tom Graham
Gray talks about whether D.C. Schools Chancellor Michelle Rhee should be fired, why Gray voted for A.G. Peter Nickles and whether there was cronyism in awarding the lottery contract. Graham grades Pepco's response to the storm.
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Gray talks about whether D.C. Schools Chancellor Michelle Rhee should be fired, why Gray voted for A.G. Peter Nickles and whether there was cronyism in awarding the lottery contract. Graham grades Pepco's response to the storm.
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D.C. Council member Phil Mendelson
July 23, 2010 - D.C. Council member Phil Mendelson says he wants the city to have a new fire chief, talks about how the future attorney general will be elected and discusses the amount of money spent on dog parks.
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July 23, 2010 - D.C. Council member Phil Mendelson says he wants the city to have a new fire chief, talks about how the future attorney general will be elected and discusses the amount of money spent on dog parks.
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Former Sen. George Allen and D.C. Schools Chancellor Michelle Rhee
July 16, 2010 - Former Sen. George Allen talks about whether he'll seek office, Michael Steele as head of the RNC and his new book. Michelle Rhee discusses the mayor's race, test scores and her upcoming wedding.
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July 16, 2010 - Former Sen. George Allen talks about whether he'll seek office, Michael Steele as head of the RNC and his new book. Michelle Rhee discusses the mayor's race, test scores and her upcoming wedding.
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Rep. Jim Moran & D.C. CFO Natwar Gandhi
July 9, 2010 - Rep. Jim Moran, D-Va., discusses wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, Israel and Iran, and the local effect of BRAC. Gandhi discusses whether the city needs a control board, what D.C. needs financially to be a state and whether he'll serve again.
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July 9, 2010 - Rep. Jim Moran, D-Va., discusses wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, Israel and Iran, and the local effect of BRAC. Gandhi discusses whether the city needs a control board, what D.C. needs financially to be a state and whether he'll serve again.
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Bob Ehrlich, Jack Evans, Mary Cheh, Mark Ein
July 2, 2010 - Maryland gubernatorial candidate Bob Ehrlich talks about the Maryland governor's race and his running mate, Mary Kane. D.C. Councilmembers Jack Evans and Mary Cheh discuss fiscal problems, the controversy over Michelle Rhee and who they're voting for for mayor. Washington Kastles owner Mark Ein discusses the tennis team's upcoming season.
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July 2, 2010 - Maryland gubernatorial candidate Bob Ehrlich talks about the Maryland governor's race and his running mate, Mary Kane. D.C. Councilmembers Jack Evans and Mary Cheh discuss fiscal problems, the controversy over Michelle Rhee and who they're voting for for mayor. Washington Kastles owner Mark Ein discusses the tennis team's upcoming season.
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Rep. Frank Kratovil, Rep. Chris Van Hollen, Larrry Frankel, Dominion Cab Drivers, Carolyn Robinson, D.C. Professional Taxicab Drivers Association
June 25, 2010 - Rep. Kratovil talks about running as an incumbent, health care reform and economic stimulus. Rep. Van Hollen talks about Afghanistan funding and Metro funding. Frankel and Robinson discuss the taxi meter system, oversight of cabs and problems with Mayor Adrian Fenty.
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June 25, 2010 - Rep. Kratovil talks about running as an incumbent, health care reform and economic stimulus. Rep. Van Hollen talks about Afghanistan funding and Metro funding. Frankel and Robinson discuss the taxi meter system, oversight of cabs and problems with Mayor Adrian Fenty.
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Nationals President Stan Kasten
June 18, 2010 - Nationals President Stan Kasten talks about Stephen Strasburg's career, Adam Dunn's contract, payroll for the team, economic development around the stadium and naming rights for the stadium.
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June 18, 2010 - Nationals President Stan Kasten talks about Stephen Strasburg's career, Adam Dunn's contract, payroll for the team, economic development around the stadium and naming rights for the stadium.
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Israeli Ambassador Michael Oren
June 11, 2010 -- The ambassador talks about Gaza and the flotilla, an open invitation for President Obama to Israel, sanctions against Iran, terror threats worldwide, Israel's relationship with Syria, negotiating with the Palestinians and the status of Jerusalem.
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June 11, 2010 -- The ambassador talks about Gaza and the flotilla, an open invitation for President Obama to Israel, sanctions against Iran, terror threats worldwide, Israel's relationship with Syria, negotiating with the Palestinians and the status of Jerusalem.
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Republican Candidates for Va.'s 11th Congressional District
June 4, 2010 - A debate between Pat Herrity and Keith Fimian, the two Republican candidates challenging Rep. Gerry Connolly (D), just days before the two face off in the June 8 Republican primary. Topics included Israel, the direct election of Senators, Fred Malek, tax increases, and which of the two could defeat Rep. Connolly.
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June 4, 2010 - A debate between Pat Herrity and Keith Fimian, the two Republican candidates challenging Rep. Gerry Connolly (D), just days before the two face off in the June 8 Republican primary. Topics included Israel, the direct election of Senators, Fred Malek, tax increases, and which of the two could defeat Rep. Connolly.
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Rob Billingsly, Eric Richardson, Lonnie Moffit, Del. Gerron Levi and Del. Ward Armstrong
May 28, 2010 - Rob Billingsly, Arlington's Cable regulator, Eric Richardson, Director of the D.C. Office of Cable Television and Lonnie Moffit, with the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors discussed how to read your cable bill. Del. Gerron Levi discussed her candidacy for Prince George's County Executive. Virginia House of Delegates Minority Leader Ward Armstrong discussed his opposition to Gov. Bob McDonnell's appointment of Fred Malek as head of a reform panel.
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May 28, 2010 - Rob Billingsly, Arlington's Cable regulator, Eric Richardson, Director of the D.C. Office of Cable Television and Lonnie Moffit, with the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors discussed how to read your cable bill. Del. Gerron Levi discussed her candidacy for Prince George's County Executive. Virginia House of Delegates Minority Leader Ward Armstrong discussed his opposition to Gov. Bob McDonnell's appointment of Fred Malek as head of a reform panel.
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Beth Sammis, John Colmers, Scott Surovell and David Englin
May 21, 2010 - Beth Sammis, acting Md. Insurance Commissioner; and John Colmers, Md. Secretary of Health and Mental Hygiene, discussed how health care reform will affect insurance and the cancellation of policies. Del. Scott Surovell and Del. David Englin talked about the appointment of Fred Malek as chairman of Virginia's Government Reform Commission.
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May 21, 2010 - Beth Sammis, acting Md. Insurance Commissioner; and John Colmers, Md. Secretary of Health and Mental Hygiene, discussed how health care reform will affect insurance and the cancellation of policies. Del. Scott Surovell and Del. David Englin talked about the appointment of Fred Malek as chairman of Virginia's Government Reform Commission.
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Candidate for D.C. Delegate Doug Sloan, Md. Sen. Jamie Raskin
May 14, 2010 - Candidate for D.C. Delegate Doug Sloan, Md. Sen. Jamie Raskin and Curt Levy with the Committee for Justice discuss D.C. voting rights and upcoming confirmation hearings for Supreme Court Justice nominee Elena Kagan.
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May 14, 2010 - Candidate for D.C. Delegate Doug Sloan, Md. Sen. Jamie Raskin and Curt Levy with the Committee for Justice discuss D.C. voting rights and upcoming confirmation hearings for Supreme Court Justice nominee Elena Kagan.
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Montgomery Co. Executive Isiah Leggett and DNC Chairman Tim Kaine
May 7, 2010 - Leggett talks about the county budget, furloughs, layoffs and the county picking up the costs of teachers pensions from the state. Kaine discusses President Barack Obama's appreciation of D.C. Democrats, Democratic races -- including the Maryland governor's race, and possible Democratic losses in the mid-term elections.
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May 7, 2010 - Leggett talks about the county budget, furloughs, layoffs and the county picking up the costs of teachers pensions from the state. Kaine discusses President Barack Obama's appreciation of D.C. Democrats, Democratic races -- including the Maryland governor's race, and possible Democratic losses in the mid-term elections.
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Ron Machen, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia
April 30, 2010 - Ron Machen, U.S. Attorney for D.C., talks about the deadly drive-by shooting in Southeast. And journalist Kati Marton talks about her new book.
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April 30, 2010 - Ron Machen, U.S. Attorney for D.C., talks about the deadly drive-by shooting in Southeast. And journalist Kati Marton talks about her new book.
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D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton, Former Va. Congressman Tom Davis
April 23, 2010 - D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton and Former Va. Congressman Tom Davis discuss the future of the D.C. House Voting Rights Act and misleading Comcast invoices for D.C. residents.
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April 23, 2010 - D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton and Former Va. Congressman Tom Davis discuss the future of the D.C. House Voting Rights Act and misleading Comcast invoices for D.C. residents.
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Former Va. Gov. Doug Wilder, Tea Party Activist Joan Abbott, Political Analyst Larry Sabato and Rep. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md.
April 16, 2010 - Former Virginia Gov. Doug Wilder discusses leading the Democratic National Committee. Joan Abbott talks about who's in the Tea Party. Larry Sabato and Chris Van Hollen discuss the Tea Party's impact on American politics.
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April 16, 2010 - Former Virginia Gov. Doug Wilder discusses leading the Democratic National Committee. Joan Abbott talks about who's in the Tea Party. Larry Sabato and Chris Van Hollen discuss the Tea Party's impact on American politics.
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Md. Sen. Barbara Mikulski
April 9, 2010 - Md. Sen. Barbara Mikulski discusses the retirement of Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens.
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April 9, 2010 - Md. Sen. Barbara Mikulski discusses the retirement of Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens.
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D.C. Councilwoman Muriel Bowser and D.C. Council Chairman and mayoral candidate Vincent Gray
April 2, 2010 - D.C. Councilwoman Muriel Bowser and D.C. Council Chairman and mayoral candidate Vincent Gray discuss D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty's accomplishments, the differences between Fenty and Gray, and Gray's approach to winning the election.
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April 2, 2010 - D.C. Councilwoman Muriel Bowser and D.C. Council Chairman and mayoral candidate Vincent Gray discuss D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty's accomplishments, the differences between Fenty and Gray, and Gray's approach to winning the election.
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Former Md. Gov. Parris Glendening and D.C. Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton
March 26, 2010 - Former Maryland Gov. Parris Glendening talks about smart growth, says he won't run for office and puts his support behind Rushern Baker. Norton says D.C. voting rights will pass this year and talks about her relationship with D.C.'s mayor.
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March 26, 2010 - Former Maryland Gov. Parris Glendening talks about smart growth, says he won't run for office and puts his support behind Rushern Baker. Norton says D.C. voting rights will pass this year and talks about her relationship with D.C.'s mayor.
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D.C. Councilmember Michael Brown, Politico's Patrick O'Connell, Pulitzer Prize winning author David Maraniss
March 19, 2010 - D.C. Councilmember Michael Brown discusses whether he'll run for mayor, his relationship with Mayor Fenty; Patrick O'Connell discusses health care reform; David Maraniss discusses his upcoming book on President Obama.
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March 19, 2010 - D.C. Councilmember Michael Brown discusses whether he'll run for mayor, his relationship with Mayor Fenty; Patrick O'Connell discusses health care reform; David Maraniss discusses his upcoming book on President Obama.
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D.C. Councilmembers Phil Mendelson and Mary Cheh, and Eric Richardson with the D.C. Office of Cable TV
March 12, 2010 - Mendelson discusses the death of the 2-year-old girl who was not brought to the hospital by D.C. paramedics on Feb. 10. While Richardson talks about the billing practices of Comcast.
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March 12, 2010 - Mendelson discusses the death of the 2-year-old girl who was not brought to the hospital by D.C. paramedics on Feb. 10. While Richardson talks about the billing practices of Comcast.
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Rep. Frank Wolf (R-VA)
March 5, 2010 - Virginia Rep. Frank Wolfe (R-Va.) and former Rep. Tom Davis (R-Va.) discuss the future of Metro, D.C. Voting Rights Bill, widening of I-66, Virginia state gun legislation, Davis' political future and possible 2012 U.S. Senate run.
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March 5, 2010 - Virginia Rep. Frank Wolfe (R-Va.) and former Rep. Tom Davis (R-Va.) discuss the future of Metro, D.C. Voting Rights Bill, widening of I-66, Virginia state gun legislation, Davis' political future and possible 2012 U.S. Senate run.
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Sen. Ben Cardin (D-Md.)
Feb. 26, 2010 - Sen. Ben Cardin (D-Md.) discusses the D.C. Voting Rights bill, the assassination of a Hamas leader in Dubai and U.S.-Iran relations.
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Feb. 26, 2010 - Sen. Ben Cardin (D-Md.) discusses the D.C. Voting Rights bill, the assassination of a Hamas leader in Dubai and U.S.-Iran relations.
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D.C. Council Chair Vince Gray and Councilmember Jack Evans
Feb. 12, 2010 - Gray and Evans were joined by Pepco and NOVEC officials to talk about the power outages and cleanup from the record-setting snowfall in the D.C. area.
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Feb. 12, 2010 - Gray and Evans were joined by Pepco and NOVEC officials to talk about the power outages and cleanup from the record-setting snowfall in the D.C. area.
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Wayne Curry, former Prince George's County Executive
Jan, 29, 2010 - Curry talks about whether he'll run for governor, critiques elected officials and endorses Rushern Baker for county executive.
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Jan, 29, 2010 - Curry talks about whether he'll run for governor, critiques elected officials and endorses Rushern Baker for county executive.
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Former Va. Gov. Doug Wilder
Jan. 22, 2010 - Wilder talks about the last Virginia governor's race and President Barack Obama's first year.
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Jan. 22, 2010 - Wilder talks about the last Virginia governor's race and President Barack Obama's first year.
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Former Virginia Governors
Former Virginia governors Jim Gilmore, Linwood Holton, Thomas Jefferson and Patrick Henry discuss state issues, compare their terms and the upcoming inauguration of Governor-Elect Bob McDonnell.
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Former Virginia governors Jim Gilmore, Linwood Holton, Thomas Jefferson and Patrick Henry discuss state issues, compare their terms and the upcoming inauguration of Governor-Elect Bob McDonnell.
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George Owings, candidate for Md. governor
Jan. 8, 2010 - Longtime Maryland lawmaker George Owings talks about his challenge to Gov. Martin O'Malley. Former George Washington University President Stephen Joel Trachtenberg discusses his book,"Big Man on Campus: A University President Speaks Out on Higher Education."
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Jan. 8, 2010 - Longtime Maryland lawmaker George Owings talks about his challenge to Gov. Martin O'Malley. Former George Washington University President Stephen Joel Trachtenberg discusses his book,"Big Man on Campus: A University President Speaks Out on Higher Education."
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Tom Dernoga, Robert Pincus & Tom Davis
Dec. 18, 2009 - Prince George's County Council Chair Tom Dernoga talked about his plan to run for state's attorney. Robert Pincus, of Eagle National Bank, talked about bank lending to small businesses.
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Dec. 18, 2009 - Prince George's County Council Chair Tom Dernoga talked about his plan to run for state's attorney. Robert Pincus, of Eagle National Bank, talked about bank lending to small businesses.
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D.C. Council Chair Vincent Gray and Md. State's Attorney Glenn Ivey
Dec. 11, 2009 - Will Ivey run for Congress? And Gray says he's been disappointed with President Obama's first year.
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Dec. 11, 2009 - Will Ivey run for Congress? And Gray says he's been disappointed with President Obama's first year.
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R. Donahue Peebles and Sen. Jim Webb
Dec. 4, 2009 - Peebles talks about a possible run for D.C. mayor, self-financing the run and who he would fire if elected. Webb talked about Afghanistan, training the the Afghans, the draft and the military's mobility.
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Dec. 4, 2009 - Peebles talks about a possible run for D.C. mayor, self-financing the run and who he would fire if elected. Webb talked about Afghanistan, training the the Afghans, the draft and the military's mobility.
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Md. Comptroller Peter Franchot and Md. Attorney General Doug Gansler
Nov. 20, 2009 -- Franchot talks about Maryland's budget, the lottery and mortgage problems. Gansler discusses the "maintenance of effort" opinion against school systems and recognizing out-of-state marriages for same sex couples.
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Nov. 20, 2009 -- Franchot talks about Maryland's budget, the lottery and mortgage problems. Gansler discusses the "maintenance of effort" opinion against school systems and recognizing out-of-state marriages for same sex couples.
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Rep. Gerald Connolly
Nov. 13, 2009 - Guests: D.C. Council member Mary Cheh; Rep. Gerald Connolly; Larry Ottinger, Maryland resident fighting for D.C. voting rights; and DCist contributor Martin Austermuhle, speaking up for bicylists.
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Nov. 13, 2009 - Guests: D.C. Council member Mary Cheh; Rep. Gerald Connolly; Larry Ottinger, Maryland resident fighting for D.C. voting rights; and DCist contributor Martin Austermuhle, speaking up for bicylists.
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Assessing the Elections
Nov. 6, 2009 -- The elections are assessed by Tad Devine, Democratic strategist; Michelle Bernard with the Independent Women's Forum; Amy Gardner from the Washington Post; and Chris Stirewalt from the Examiner.
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Nov. 6, 2009 -- The elections are assessed by Tad Devine, Democratic strategist; Michelle Bernard with the Independent Women's Forum; Amy Gardner from the Washington Post; and Chris Stirewalt from the Examiner.
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Virginia's Governor's Race: Candidates Creigh Deeds and Bob McDonnell
Oct. 30, 2009 -- Democrat Creigh Deeds and Republican Bob McDonnell talk about their campaigns ahead of Tuesday's election.
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Oct. 30, 2009 -- Democrat Creigh Deeds and Republican Bob McDonnell talk about their campaigns ahead of Tuesday's election.
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Bill Bolling, Republican candidate for Lt. Gov. of Va.
Oct. 23, 2009 -- The current lieutenant governor talks about running for re-election. He says he wants no new taxes and talks about a run for governor in four years.
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Oct. 23, 2009 -- The current lieutenant governor talks about running for re-election. He says he wants no new taxes and talks about a run for governor in four years.
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Jody Wagner, Democratic candidate for Lt. Gov. of Va.
Oct. 16, 2009 -- Wagner talks about the gas tax, accuses her opponent of being a no-show, addresses her opponent's claim that she's a quit and run candidate and talks about who she is.
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Oct. 16, 2009 -- Wagner talks about the gas tax, accuses her opponent of being a no-show, addresses her opponent's claim that she's a quit and run candidate and talks about who she is.
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Sen. Creigh Deeds, Democratic candidate for Va. governor
Oct. 9, 2009 - Deeds talks about his standing in a Washington Post poll, negative campaigning and his transportation goals vs. Bob McDonnell's plan.
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Oct. 9, 2009 - Deeds talks about his standing in a Washington Post poll, negative campaigning and his transportation goals vs. Bob McDonnell's plan.
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Virginia Attorney General Candidates: Sen. Ken Cuccinelli and Delegate Steve Shannon
Oct. 2, 2009 -- Candidates talk about their experience. Each pledges to serve out his term. They also discuss voter fraud.
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Oct. 2, 2009 -- Candidates talk about their experience. Each pledges to serve out his term. They also discuss voter fraud.
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D.C. Council Chair Vincent Gray and Montgomery Co. Council Chair Phil Andrews
Sept. 25, 2009 - Gray talks about his mayoral prospects, the bribery investigation involving the Ted Loza and President Obama's relationship with D.C. Andrews discusses ICC tolls, ambulance fees and speed cameras.
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Sept. 25, 2009 - Gray talks about his mayoral prospects, the bribery investigation involving the Ted Loza and President Obama's relationship with D.C. Andrews discusses ICC tolls, ambulance fees and speed cameras.
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Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett
Sept. 19, 2009 - Leggett discusses the Virginia governor's race and health care reform, along with Ralph Neas from the National Coalition on Health Care, the Galen Institute's Grace-Marie Turner, and CQ's Mike Teitelbaum.
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Sept. 19, 2009 - Leggett discusses the Virginia governor's race and health care reform, along with Ralph Neas from the National Coalition on Health Care, the Galen Institute's Grace-Marie Turner, and CQ's Mike Teitelbaum.
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Bob McDonnell, GOP candidate for Va. Gov.
Sept. 11, 2009 -- McDonnell discusses his 1989 thesis, whether he'd ask Dick Cheney to campaign for him and transportation funding for Northern Virginia.
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Sept. 11, 2009 -- McDonnell discusses his 1989 thesis, whether he'd ask Dick Cheney to campaign for him and transportation funding for Northern Virginia.
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Md. Sens. Jamin Raskin and Bryan Simonaire and Md. Delegate Lou Simmons
Sept. 4, 2009 -- Maryland lawmakers talk about the governor, taxes and the state's deficit.
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Sept. 4, 2009 -- Maryland lawmakers talk about the governor, taxes and the state's deficit.
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Reps. Jim Moran, D-Va., and Chris Van Hollen, D-Md.
Aug. 21, 2009 - Issues discussed include health care and Cash for Clunkers. Moran also is critical of D.C. on transportation issues and says the BRAC move to Fort Belvoir will be a "nightmare."
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Aug. 21, 2009 - Issues discussed include health care and Cash for Clunkers. Moran also is critical of D.C. on transportation issues and says the BRAC move to Fort Belvoir will be a "nightmare."
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U.D.C. President Allen L. Sessoms
Aug. 14, 2009 - University of Virginia political scientist Larry Sabato talks about the Virginia governor's race. University of the District of Columbia President Allen Sessoms talks about U.D.C.'s new standards, tuition and university goals. Rep. Charles Boustany, R-La., who is a surgeon, discusses health care bills.
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Aug. 14, 2009 - University of Virginia political scientist Larry Sabato talks about the Virginia governor's race. University of the District of Columbia President Allen Sessoms talks about U.D.C.'s new standards, tuition and university goals. Rep. Charles Boustany, R-La., who is a surgeon, discusses health care bills.
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Prince William Co. Board of Supervisors Chairman Corey Stewart and Va. House Speaker Bill Howell
Aug. 7, 2009 - Stewart discusses prosecution of illegal immigrants, foreclosures and his political ambitions. Howell talks about the tobacco and gas taxes and about running again.
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Aug. 7, 2009 - Stewart discusses prosecution of illegal immigrants, foreclosures and his political ambitions. Howell talks about the tobacco and gas taxes and about running again.
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Former Sen. John Breaux
July 31, 2009 -- D.C. Council member Mary Cheh and D.C. Fire spokesman Pete Piringer talk about the Cooper Cafritz fire. Aleni Rossides of the Washington Area Tennis Foundation and Charlie Brotman discuss the upcoming Legg Mason tourney. Rep. Gerry Connolly and former Sen. John Breaux talk about health care.
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July 31, 2009 -- D.C. Council member Mary Cheh and D.C. Fire spokesman Pete Piringer talk about the Cooper Cafritz fire. Aleni Rossides of the Washington Area Tennis Foundation and Charlie Brotman discuss the upcoming Legg Mason tourney. Rep. Gerry Connolly and former Sen. John Breaux talk about health care.
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Rep. Chris Van Hollen and Md. House Minority Leader Anthony O'Donnell
July 24, 2009 - Rep. Chris Van Hollen discusses the future of health care reform and Democratic House seats in 2010. Anthony O'Donnell talks about the arrest if renowned black scholar Henry Louis Gates Jr.
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July 24, 2009 - Rep. Chris Van Hollen discusses the future of health care reform and Democratic House seats in 2010. Anthony O'Donnell talks about the arrest if renowned black scholar Henry Louis Gates Jr.
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Mike DeBonis and Cliff Sloan
July 17, 2009 -- Mike DeBonis of the Washington City Paper discusses Marion Barry's latest brush with the law. Former Supreme Court Clerk Cliff Sloan talks about Sonia Sotomayor's confirmation hearing.
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July 17, 2009 -- Mike DeBonis of the Washington City Paper discusses Marion Barry's latest brush with the law. Former Supreme Court Clerk Cliff Sloan talks about Sonia Sotomayor's confirmation hearing.
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Washington Kastles owner Mark Ein and D.C. Insurance Comm. Thomas Hampton
July 10, 2009 - Mark Ein talks about who and where the Kastles will play. Callers react to Marion Barry's latest police run-in. Thomas Hampton talks about how to handle insurance issues in the District.
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July 10, 2009 - Mark Ein talks about who and where the Kastles will play. Callers react to Marion Barry's latest police run-in. Thomas Hampton talks about how to handle insurance issues in the District.
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D.C. Councilmember and Metro Board Chairman Jim Graham and U.S. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-Md.)
June 26, 2009 - D.C. Councilmember and Metro Board Chairman Jim Graham and U.S. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-Md.) discuss the recent deadly Metro train crash and the NTSB investigation.
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June 26, 2009 - D.C. Councilmember and Metro Board Chairman Jim Graham and U.S. Rep. Donna Edwards (D-Md.) discuss the recent deadly Metro train crash and the NTSB investigation.
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Republican Party Chair Michael Steele
June 19, 2009 - Steele says he will put a Taxation Without Representation license tag on his own vehicle. He answers questions about growing the party and comments on the health reform bill. Film Directors Dana Flor and Toby Oppenheimer talk about the "Nine Lives of Marion Barry" on HBO Aug. 10
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June 19, 2009 - Steele says he will put a Taxation Without Representation license tag on his own vehicle. He answers questions about growing the party and comments on the health reform bill. Film Directors Dana Flor and Toby Oppenheimer talk about the "Nine Lives of Marion Barry" on HBO Aug. 10
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D.C. Councilman Jack Evans, Former Va. Congressman Tom Davis, and authors Cliff Sloan and David McKean
June 12, 2009 - D.C. voting rights, the Va. gubernatorial race, Supreme Court nominations, and Sonia Sotomayor's nomination.
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June 12, 2009 - D.C. voting rights, the Va. gubernatorial race, Supreme Court nominations, and Sonia Sotomayor's nomination.
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Va. Sen. Creigh Deeds and Va. Rep. Brian Moran
June 5, 2009 - Two of the candidates for Virginia's Democratic gubernatorial nominations square off.
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June 5, 2009 - Two of the candidates for Virginia's Democratic gubernatorial nominations square off.
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Va. Rep. Brian Moran
May 29, 2009 - The Democratic gubernatorial candidate discusses the differences between him and Creigh Deeds and between him and Terry McAuliffe. He also talks about his plan for redistricting and transportation issues, including the state gas tax.
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May 29, 2009 - The Democratic gubernatorial candidate discusses the differences between him and Creigh Deeds and between him and Terry McAuliffe. He also talks about his plan for redistricting and transportation issues, including the state gas tax.
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Va. State Sen. Creigh Deeds
May 22, 2009 - Va. State Senator and gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds talks about the surprise endorsement from the Washington Post, serving more than one term as governor, the gun show loophole and transportation funding .
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May 22, 2009 - Va. State Senator and gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds talks about the surprise endorsement from the Washington Post, serving more than one term as governor, the gun show loophole and transportation funding .
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Former Va. Gov. Doug Wilder
May 15, 2009 - Former Virginia Gov. Doug Wilder talks with Mark, University of Virginia's Larry Sabato, Politico's Josh Kraushaar and Times-Dispatch's Jeff Shapiro. Topics: Democratic candidates for Va. governor, Wilder's praise for them, criticism of Terry McAuliffe and Brian Moran's stance on Gitmo.
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May 15, 2009 - Former Virginia Gov. Doug Wilder talks with Mark, University of Virginia's Larry Sabato, Politico's Josh Kraushaar and Times-Dispatch's Jeff Shapiro. Topics: Democratic candidates for Va. governor, Wilder's praise for them, criticism of Terry McAuliffe and Brian Moran's stance on Gitmo.
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Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) and Clyde Williams, Political Director of the DNC
May 8, 2009 - Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) and Clyde Williams, Political Director of the DNC discuss changing HOV restrictions in Virginia, the possibility of Gitmo detainees being held in Virginia, and the lack of Metro funding.
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May 8, 2009 - Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) and Clyde Williams, Political Director of the DNC discuss changing HOV restrictions in Virginia, the possibility of Gitmo detainees being held in Virginia, and the lack of Metro funding.
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Md. Attorney General Doug Gansler and Nats President Stan Kasten
May 1, 2009 - Attorney General Doug Gansler talks about photo ID for Maryland voters and his political ambitions. Nats President Stan Kasten discusses the team performance, ballpark food and Metro.
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May 1, 2009 - Attorney General Doug Gansler talks about photo ID for Maryland voters and his political ambitions. Nats President Stan Kasten discusses the team performance, ballpark food and Metro.
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Peter Nickles, attorney general for D.C.
April 24, 2009 - D.C. Attorney General Peter Nickles talks about how he thinks D.C. Councilmember Marion Barry is not qualified for office, the Nationals baseball tickets D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty is holding, the gutting of the Consumer Affairs Division of his office, and when he plans on moving from Virginia into D.C. and if he will vote and pay taxes in D.C.
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April 24, 2009 - D.C. Attorney General Peter Nickles talks about how he thinks D.C. Councilmember Marion Barry is not qualified for office, the Nationals baseball tickets D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty is holding, the gutting of the Consumer Affairs Division of his office, and when he plans on moving from Virginia into D.C. and if he will vote and pay taxes in D.C.
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Bob McDonnell, GOP candidate for Virginia Governor
April 17, 2009 - GOP candidate for Virginia governor Bob McDonnell talks about bringing jobs to Virginia; his position on offshore drilling, limits on campaign contributions, gun show loophole; and the controversy over President Obama's honorary degree and commencement speech at Notre Dame (McDonnell's alma mater).
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April 17, 2009 - GOP candidate for Virginia governor Bob McDonnell talks about bringing jobs to Virginia; his position on offshore drilling, limits on campaign contributions, gun show loophole; and the controversy over President Obama's honorary degree and commencement speech at Notre Dame (McDonnell's alma mater).
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Bill Greider and former Rep. Tom Davis
April 10, 2009 - Greider, author of "Come Home America," talks about ways to respond to the economic crisis, the role of a the governing class and military commitments worldwide. Davis discusses where the GOP is going, his thoughts on Michael Steele and Sarah Palin and the GOP's chances in the Virginia governor's race.
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April 10, 2009 - Greider, author of "Come Home America," talks about ways to respond to the economic crisis, the role of a the governing class and military commitments worldwide. Davis discusses where the GOP is going, his thoughts on Michael Steele and Sarah Palin and the GOP's chances in the Virginia governor's race.
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Howard Co. Executive Ken Ullman
April 3, 2009 - Howard Co. Executive Ken Ullman & D.C. Council member Kwame Brown. Ullman talks about insurance, immigration policy and his ambitions. Brown discusses the mayor's trips, his ambitions and efforts to make prostitution illegal in Nevada.
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April 3, 2009 - Howard Co. Executive Ken Ullman & D.C. Council member Kwame Brown. Ullman talks about insurance, immigration policy and his ambitions. Brown discusses the mayor's trips, his ambitions and efforts to make prostitution illegal in Nevada.
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1960s Activist Dick Gregory
March 27, 2009 - Dick Gregory believes Afghanistan will be a foreign policy disaster and that martial law will be imposed in the U.S. He also gives his opinions on various presidents and political figures.
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March 27, 2009 - Dick Gregory believes Afghanistan will be a foreign policy disaster and that martial law will be imposed in the U.S. He also gives his opinions on various presidents and political figures.
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Va. State Sen. Creigh Deeds
March 20, 2009 - Va. State Sen. Creigh Deeds, a Democrat running for governor, discusses redistricting, the possibility of a gun tax, campaign finance reform and closing a gun show loophole.
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March 20, 2009 - Va. State Sen. Creigh Deeds, a Democrat running for governor, discusses redistricting, the possibility of a gun tax, campaign finance reform and closing a gun show loophole.
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Md. Comptroller Peter Franchot, D.C. CFO Natwar Gandhi and Va. Secretary of Finance Richard Brown
Maryland lotteries won't be privatized; the fiscal situation in Maryland, D.C. and Virginia; the local CFOs plan to meet.
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Maryland lotteries won't be privatized; the fiscal situation in Maryland, D.C. and Virginia; the local CFOs plan to meet.
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Montgomery Co. Council member Phil Andrews
March 6, 2009 - Montgomery Co. Council President Phil Andrews talks about the county's $500 million budget deficit, disability pay for county workers, the new immigration policy and speed cameras.
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March 6, 2009 - Montgomery Co. Council President Phil Andrews talks about the county's $500 million budget deficit, disability pay for county workers, the new immigration policy and speed cameras.
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UDC President Allen Sessoms
Feb. 27, 2009 -- The UDC president talked about admission requirements, the future of a community college in the District and the future of UDC. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer talked about the D.C. Voting Rights bill, and former Congessman Tom Davis (R-VA) talked about the state of the Republican party.
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Feb. 27, 2009 -- The UDC president talked about admission requirements, the future of a community college in the District and the future of UDC. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer talked about the D.C. Voting Rights bill, and former Congessman Tom Davis (R-VA) talked about the state of the Republican party.
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Terry McAuliffe
Feb. 20, 2009 - Virginia gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe talks about his qualifications and whether he's an interloper. He also discusses jobs, the economy and the gas tax.
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Feb. 20, 2009 - Virginia gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe talks about his qualifications and whether he's an interloper. He also discusses jobs, the economy and the gas tax.
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Jeanne Cummings and Craig Gordon
Feb. 13, 2009 -- Politico's Chief Money Correspondent Jeanne Cummings and Politico's White House Editor Craig Gordon discuss Obama's economic stimulus package and where you can find the bill online. And, what's the chance of the D.C. Taxation Without Representation tag going on the presidential limo?
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Feb. 13, 2009 -- Politico's Chief Money Correspondent Jeanne Cummings and Politico's White House Editor Craig Gordon discuss Obama's economic stimulus package and where you can find the bill online. And, what's the chance of the D.C. Taxation Without Representation tag going on the presidential limo?
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Washington Auto Show
Feb., 6, 2009 - Mark Plotkin and Chris Core discuss problems in the auto industry with Dave Regan of the National Automobile Dealers Association, Ann Wilson of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, Charlie Territo of the Alliance of Automotive Manufacturers and Dan Becker of the Center for Auto Safety.
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Feb., 6, 2009 - Mark Plotkin and Chris Core discuss problems in the auto industry with Dave Regan of the National Automobile Dealers Association, Ann Wilson of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association, Charlie Territo of the Alliance of Automotive Manufacturers and Dan Becker of the Center for Auto Safety.
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Candidates: Fairfax Co. Board of Supervisors Chairman
Jan. 30, 2009 -- Candidates Democrat Sharon Bulova, Republican Pat Herrity, Independent Chris DeCarlo and Independent candidate Carey Campbell debate Fairfax County's budget crisis.
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Jan. 30, 2009 -- Candidates Democrat Sharon Bulova, Republican Pat Herrity, Independent Chris DeCarlo and Independent candidate Carey Campbell debate Fairfax County's budget crisis.
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Tom Oliphant, Harry McPherson, James Kuhn
Jan. 16, 2009 - Special look at past inaugurations -- Johnson's Nixon's and Clinton's, as well as humorous presidential stories and what Obama's speech should have in it.
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Jan. 16, 2009 - Special look at past inaugurations -- Johnson's Nixon's and Clinton's, as well as humorous presidential stories and what Obama's speech should have in it.
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Brian Moran, candidate for Va. governor
Jan. 2, 2009 -- Moran challenges other candidates not to accept campaign contributions from outside the state. He talks about term limits, HOT lanes, rail to Dulles and the tobacco tax.
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Jan. 2, 2009 -- Moran challenges other candidates not to accept campaign contributions from outside the state. He talks about term limits, HOT lanes, rail to Dulles and the tobacco tax.
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D.C. Council Chair Vincent Gray and Council Member Jack Evans
Jan. 9, 2009 -- Inauguration road closures; bars open for inauguration; D.C. license plates for Obama; D.C. budget shortfalls for 2009 and 2010
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Jan. 9, 2009 -- Inauguration road closures; bars open for inauguration; D.C. license plates for Obama; D.C. budget shortfalls for 2009 and 2010
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