© 2026 Michigan State University Board of Trustees
Public Media from Michigan State University
DONATE
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

PBS News Hour

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Season 2013 Episode 2960 | 53m 46s

On our program tonight, we examine the the dysfunctional rollout of the online insurance exchanges, and get insight from technology experts on the challenging of fixing the system. Also: the cost of college is still rising but more slowly, Detroit goes to court over its bankruptcy filing, young writers learn to love poetry in Motor City and a new book about President Obama and the bible.

Aired: 10/22/13 | Expires: 12/31/69
Major corporate funding for the PBS News Hour is provided by BDO, BNSF, Consumer Cellular, American Cruise Lines, and Raymond James. Funding for the PBS NewsHour Weekend is provided by Consumer Cellular and Cunard Cruise Line. For a complete list of funders for the PBS NewsHour and PBS NewsHour weekend, click here.
Extras
Watch • 57:46
PBS News Hour
September 2, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
September 2, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Episode: S2026 E180 | 57:46
Watch • 6:48
PBS News Hour
Painter Alex Katz reflects on his career and artistry
Painter Alex Katz reflects on his career and artistry ahead of 100th birthday
Clip: S2026 E180 | 6:48
Watch • 6:14
PBS News Hour
Pediatrician says RFK Jr. sowing doubt about measles
Pediatrician says RFK Jr. sowing doubt about measles-associated deaths
Clip: S2026 E180 | 6:14
Watch • 6:29
PBS News Hour
News Wrap: Lindsay Clancy jury unable to reach verdict
News Wrap: Lindsay Clancy jury deadlocked and unable to reach verdict
Clip: S2026 E180 | 6:29
Watch • 11:17
PBS News Hour
Afghan women defy Taliban to educate girls in secret schools
Inside Afghanistan's secret schools where women defy the Taliban to educate girls
Clip: S2026 E180 | 11:17
Watch • 5:44
PBS News Hour
Democratic strategist on the new anti-partisan swing voters
Democratic strategist on the new anti-partisan swing voters
Clip: S2026 E180 | 5:44
Watch • 6:04
PBS News Hour
Whistleblower's attorney details USPS election concerns
Whistleblower's attorney details concerns over USPS mail-in ballot system
Clip: S2026 E180 | 6:04
Watch • 5:07
PBS News Hour
Iran war creating major dent in economy, Cliff Kupchan says
Prolonged Iran war creating major dent in global economy, Cliff Kupchan says
Clip: S2026 E180 | 5:07
Watch • 4:02
PBS News Hour
U.S. strikes Iran as Tehran targets Gulf allies
U.S. strikes Iran again as Tehran targets American allies in Gulf region
Clip: S2026 E180 | 4:02
Watch • 6:11
PBS News Hour
Whistleblower warns USPS system could disrupt mail ballots
Whistleblower warns USPS rushing new system that could jeopardize mail-in ballots
Clip: S2026 E179 | 6:11