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Thursday, May 5, 2011

Season 2011 Episode 1250

Tonight on the program, President Obama marks the death of Osama bin Laden by placing a wreath at Ground Zero. We talk to historians about the decision to raid Bin Laden's compound and what it will mean for the president going forward. Also, we get the latest from Pakistan and examine the Medicare fight looming over congressional budget battles. Finally, a look at art in medicinal ads.

Aired: 05/04/11
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Why a billionaire mining executive is betting on green energy
How students are faring in Arizona's voucher program that could be adopted nationwide
News Wrap: Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to a 48-hour ceasefire after days of clashes
What the justices signaled in a Supreme Court case that could reshape electoral maps
Palestinians return to ruins where homes once stood as Israel awaits remains of hostages
Democratic and GOP strategists on the political fallout of the government shutdown
Federal workers describe how the shutdown is upending their jobs and daily lives
Finding remains of hostages in Gaza will be 'immense challenge,' Mideast analyst says
Why news organizations are rejecting the Pentagon’s new press rules