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The U.S economy has been the financial engine of the world, but some say our enormous trade deficit threatens not only our economy but many others as well. Diane and her guests discuss the global implications of America's indebtedness to the world
John Taylor, professor of economics, Stanford University and former undersecretary for international affairs, U.S. Treasury
Kenneth Rogoff, professor of public policy, Harvard University and former chief economist, International Monetary Fund
Catherine Mann, senior economist, Institute for International Economics
Author Andrew Carroll traveled to thirty-five countries on five continents in search of letters written to and by soldiers during times of war. He collected correspondence from the present conflict in Iraq to the American Revolution. The letters reveal the horror of war, as well as acts of heroism, patriotism, and even humor.
Andrew Carroll, author and founder of The Legacy Project