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Issue 168 March 2010
Washington watch: scribbling republicans
3rd March 2010 - Issue 168
Tim Geithner’s job as treasury secretary is safe—for now. Plus, how the snow hurts jobs
Comment (0)Issue 167 February 2010
Washington watch
3rd March 2010 - Issue 167
The Dems have lost their filibuster-proof majority in the senate. It’s all downhill from here
Issue 165 December 2009
Washington watch
3rd March 2010 - Issue 165
After losses in two recent races for governor, the Dems fret about next year’s midterms
Issue 164 November 2009
Writing is a team sport in the US
3rd March 2010 - Issue 164
Interview with The Wire’s creator David Simon
Washington Watch
3rd March 2010 - Issue 164
Republican whip Eric Cantor is a possible heir to Newt Gingrich. Plus, Hillary’s Gaddafi problem
Why Britain can't do The Wire
3rd March 2010 - Issue 164
The critically acclaimed US television drama could not be made here. We have writing talent in abundance, but its output is controlled by a stifling monopoly—the BBC. Plus, an interview with The Wire's creator David Simon
How power changed a president
3rd March 2010 - Issue 164
A year after his election, Obama's promise of change remains unfulfilled, and his country as divided as ever. But he could yet be one of the greatest presidents America has ever had
Issue 161 August 2009
Washington watch
3rd March 2010 - Issue 161
How long will America rule the waves? Perhaps not for long. Plus, Larry Summers takes on both treasury secretary Tim Geithner and Wall Street
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