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Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Season 2011 Episode 3050 | 54m 01s

Tonight on the program, the financial fix for Europe's debt crisis was put in jeopardy as Greek prime minister called for a vote to approve the bailout measure. Also, we examine the risky bets of MF Global and the legal questions it raises, and Congress hears requests from the Super Committee to go big on deficit cuts. Finally, a book conversation on Karachi's vibrancy and violence.

Aired: 10/31/11 | Expires: 12/01/11
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