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Monday, July 4, 2011

Season 2011 Episode 1850 | 51m 28s

Tonight on the program, the nation celebrates the July 4th holiday with independence festivities. Also, we examine political contributions for 2012 GOP hopefuls and look at the ongoing labor disputes for both the NBA and NFL. Finally, we have a book conversation with author and musician Josh Ritter and go behind the fireworks display at the National Mall in Washington D.C.

Aired: 07/03/11 | Expires: 08/03/11
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