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Friday, April 6, 2012

Season 2012 Episode 970 | 53m 47s

Tonight on the program, we analyze March's jobs report and the worse-than-expected numbers that came out of it. Also: Paul Solman examines the working world as well as workers' resolves, recently released recordings of former Saints coach Gregg Williams amid the NFL bounty scandal, Mark Shields and Ramesh Ponnuru analyze the week's political news, and blues legend Buddy Guy.

Aired: 04/05/12 | Expires: 05/06/12
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News Wrap: Chaotic weather system delays U.S. travelers
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the impact of Trump's push for the SAVE Act
Iranians share messages describing daily life under the shadow of war
Middle East experts discuss Trump’s pressure on NATO to reopen Strait of Hormuz
A Brief But Spectacular take on the signs of exploitation
Anti-Islamic rhetoric from GOP politicians sparks concerns over religious hatred
As Israel launches Lebanon ground operation, Trump asks allies to help reopen oil route
What Trump said about Iran's infrastructure and oil prices in call with PBS News
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