Flashpoint Television: November 2008

Sunday, November 16, 2008

372 - Obama's First Days

A discussion about Barack Obama's transition eforts, early appointments and challenges he is likely to face early in his term as president. The dicussion features: Sam Natale, Tom Dionosotes, Danielle Goldschieder, Sam Ricker and Alfred Snider. November 2008.

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371 - UN Peacekeeping

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Redquirements and procedures for UN Peacekeeping missions are discussed, along with a list of successes, failures and alternatives that have been suggested. Panelists include: Sam Natale, Tom Dionesotes, Danielle Goldschieder, Sam Ricker and Alfred Snider. November 2008.

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368 - Energy Election

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The competing energy plans of John McCain and Barack Obama are contrasted in terms of sources, effects, costs and viabilities. Sam Natale, Alfred Snider, Sam Ricker, Alli Hamlin, Lucas Caress participated. October 2008.

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367 - Bailout Blues

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A discussion of the US government efforts to forestall an economic meltdown through a series of bailout measures. The causes, symptoms and potential solutions are examined. Panelists include: Alfred Snider, Sam Natale, Alli Hamlin, Lucas Caress and Sam Ricker. October 2008.

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Saturday, November 15, 2008

370 - Future Iran

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A discussion about the current situation with Iran and the world. Lots of background, causes of bad relations between nations, implications and solutions are discussed. Alfred Snider, Sam Ricker, Alli Hamlin, Toheeb Ashorobi, Jacob Klein, Madeline Murphy Hall and Justin Irving participated.

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