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Thursday August 7, 2003

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10:00Democratic Party Direction

Some Democratic strategists say the best hope for a 2004 presidential victory lies with a solid centrist candidate, while others think American Democrats will only rally behind a true lefty. A panel talks about this debate within the Democratic party as the candidates compete for their party's nomination.

Guests

Ron Elving, Washington editor for National Public Radio

Roger Hickey, Co-director of the Campaign for America's Future

Ed Kilgore, policy director for the Democratic Leadership Council

11:00Richard Restak: "The New Brain"

According to neurologist Richard Restak, the way our brains work has changed over the past century. New medications, genetic mapping and imaging technology have all led to a better understanding of how the brain works. Dr. Restak explains what we've learned about the brain and what future advances are possible.

Guests

Richard Restak, neurologist

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