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Monday, December 16, 2013

Season 2013 Episode 3500 | 54m 29s

Tonight on the program, we examine a judge's ruling that the NSA's bulk collection of phone records is likely unconstitutional. Also: A look at the Fed's role in the economic recovery, the FDA examines effectiveness of antibacterials soaps, curbing gun violence with mental health access, refugees fleeing Syria confront dire conditions in Bulgaria, and how Johnny Cash spoke to the heart of America.

Aired: 12/15/13 | Expires: 12/31/69
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