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Georgian President Mikhail Saakashvili

Chaos Erupts in the Caucasus (October 28, 2008)
Frozen conflict turns into a hot war, becoming issue in presidential campaign.

Paulson, Bernanke appear before Congress.

Market Meltdown (October 14, 2008)
Washington rushes to react after collapse in values of
mortgage-backed securities threatens to sink the economy

China Looks Ahead (September 23, 2008)
China set out to impress the world, and it succeeded. But now the party's over.


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1. Illegal Immigration and the American Workforce
Arizona's tough new anti-illegal immigration law mirrors the ongoing national debate on the effect of illegal immigrants in the American workforce.

2. No Child Left Behind: Pass or Fail?
The controversial No Child Left Behind Act faces an uncertain future as policymakers deliberate its successes and failures.

3. The U.S. – China Trade Deficit: Reason for Worry?
The U.S.-China trade deficit is at an all-time high. What impact does this gap have on the U.S. economy today and in the future?

4. America’s Tax Burden
The tax system in the United States has a complicated history and even more complicated tax code many would like to see simplified.

5. Race and Politics in America
The issue of race has come to the forefront during the 2008 race for the presidential nomination. Is America ready to examine its history regarding race and discuss the future of race relations?

6. Recession and the U.S. Economy
Fears of recession, fueled by the spreading credit crisis, have triggered wild fluctuations in the stock market. Will the Fed's rate cut head off an economic downturn?

7. The Sources of Anti-Americanism
Anti-American sentiment continues to persist around the globe. What is the source of this resentment and can the United States do anything to bolster its image abroad?

8. Health Care: Policy and Politics
As the presidential campaigns intensify, the debate over access to health care, containing costs, and reforming the system has become a focal point for candidates and voters.

9. Reshaping Attitudes: Mass Media Changes Along with the News
Media coverage of the 2008 presidential campaigns has helped the reach of new media outlets in America and throughout the world.

10. Market Meltdown
Washington rushes to react after collapse in values of
mortgage-backed securities threatens to sink the economy

 


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