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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.
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
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.
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.