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10:00Israel's Influence

Two political scientists argue that the Israel lobby wields extraordinary influence over U.S. foreign policy. We'll hear different perspectives on its power in Washington.

Guests

John Mearsheimer, professor of political science at the University of Chicago

Stephen Walt, professor, international affairs , John F Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University

Dennis Ross, former Middle East Special Coordinator, counselor and Ziegler distinguished fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy

James Thurber, Director and Professor at the Center for Congressional and Presidential Studies at American University

Steven Spiegel, professor, political science, UCLA assistant director of the Burkle Center for International Relations

11:00Readers' Review: "Beloved" by Toni Morrison

The New York Times recently asked prominent writers, critics, and editors to chose the best work of American fiction published in the last 25 years. Diane invites listeners to discuss the winner in this month's Readers' Review.

Guests

Marie Arana, editor of the Washington Post Book World and author of "An American Chica."

Kate Lehrer, author, most recently of "Confessions of a Bigamist."

Lisa Page, freelance writer who teaches creative writing at George Washington University.

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