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Should the Government Pay for Information It Collects About Its Citizens?

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:43:00 EDT

What is the real price of the benefits we reap from interacting with free or convenient online networks? How can we make that system more transparent? Economics correspondent Paul Solman talks to Jaron Lanier, whose new book, "Who Owns the Future?", argues that digital networks are destroying jobs and exacerbating inequality.

Some States Have Second Thoughts About Refusing Medicaid Expansion

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:36:00 EDT

Republican governors from Florida, Michigan, Ohio and Arizona were originally opposed to the health care law, but are now pushing to expand Medicaid. Hari Sreenivasan talks with Ohio Public Radio bureau chief Karen Kasler and Mary K. Reinhart, reporter for The Arizona Republic, about what's behind the changes in their states.

How Will Iran's New President Impact Relations With U.S.?

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:29:00 EDT

What does the election of Hasan Rowhani mean for Iran's nuclear program? How will Iran's new president approach relations with the U.S.? To address those questions, Gwen Ifill is joined by Karim Sadjadpour of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and Cliff Kupchan of the Eurasia Group.

Iran Elects Moderate Candidate Hasan Rowhani to Be Next President

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:25:00 EDT

A reform-minded, moderate cleric will be Iran's next president. Hasan Rowhani won the recent election by nearly 51 percent of the vote, enough to avoid a run-off and beating out several more conservative candidates. Gwen Ifill profiles the new leader and reports on reaction from the international community.

How Well Will Electronic Verification System Prevent Undocumented Employment?

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:15:00 EDT

Among the more than 100 amendments to the proposed immigration legislation that lawmakers must review are proposals to bolster the electronic employment verification system known as E-Verify. Ray Suarez gets debate on that issue from Mark Krikorian of the Center for Immigration Studies and Chris Calabrese of the ACLU.

Supreme Court Strikes Down Arizona's Proof-of-Citizenship Voter Requirement

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:09:00 EDT

It is unconstitutional to make voters prove their U.S. citizenship to be able to register to vote. The Supreme Court made that reversal to Arizona law in a 7-2 decision. Marcia Coyle of the National Law Journal breaks down the details of that ruling with Judy Woodruff.

News Wrap: U.K. Government Reportedly Hacked Email, Calls of Foreign Diplomats

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:06:00 EDT

In other news Monday, the British government is reported to have hacked emails and phone calls of foreign diplomats. Russia, South Africa and Turkey demanded an explanation. Also, Edward Snowden, the man who leaked information about the NSA's secret surveillance programs, participated in an online chat hosted by the Guardian.

Fate of Syria, U.S. Aid to Rebels Dominates Attention at G-8 Summit

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:02:00 EDT

What to do about the bloody war in Syria is overshadowing the usual agenda of trade deals and unemployment at this year's G-8 summit in Ireland. Gwen Ifill reports on conflict playing out during the conference around the United States' decision to send military aid to Syrian rebels.

Could a Surplus of California Milk Fulfill China's Cheese Needs?

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:43:00 EDT

Milk production is a nearly $8 billion business in California. Meanwhile, Chinese milk consumption tripled in the last decade and the dairy industry there wants to produce more. In another report in the "Food for 9 Billion" series, special correspondent Suzanne Rust examines the complex exchange of resources and money over milk.

Shields and Brooks on Syria, Snowden and Surveillance

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:31:00 EDT

Syndicated columnist Mark Shields and New York Times columnist David Brooks analyze the week's top political news with Judy Woodruff, including the Obama administration's decision to provide aid to Syrian rebels, NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden and American attitudes towards domestic surveillance.

As Assad Makes Gains, Will New U.S. Strategy for Syria Change the Dynamics?

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:22:00 EDT

The Obama administration says it will send help to the rebels after determining that the Syrian government has used chemical weapons. Jeffrey Brown assesses the decision and the risks with Vali Nasr, former State Department official, and former National Security Advisor Zbigniew Brzezinski.

Six Months After Newtown, Battle Over Gun Control Continues

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:19:00 EDT

Twenty-six seconds of silence were observed in honor of the victims killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School at a memorial organized to mark six months since the massacre. Margaret Warner reports on how lawmakers and activists are engaged in the debate about new forms of gun control.

Painful Options Ahead: Detroit to Default on $2.5 Billion Debt

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:11:00 EDT

The city of Detroit is facing difficult decisions in the face of billions of dollars of debt. Emergency manager Kevyn Orr laid out a last-ditch plan to 150 creditors to accept pennies on the dollar to keep the city running. Some residents are skeptical of Orr's approach. Ray Suarez talks to Matt Helms of the Detroit Free Press.

News Wrap: Iranians Head to the Polls to Choose New President

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:07:00 EDT

In other news Friday, millions of Iranians headed to the polls to vote for a new president. Despite international criticism over the election process, long lines of men and women could be seen at polling stations across Iran. Also, Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with protesters over the fate of an Istanbul park.

Obama Policy Shift on Arming Syrian Rebels Triggers Concerns

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 18:02:00 EDT

Having concluded that the Syrian government has used chemical weapons against rebels in the last year, the White House announced that the U.S. will dramatically increase military assistance to opposition forces. Jeffrey Brown reports on the Assad regime's response to the American findings and requests from the rebels.

In 'Little Green,' an Old, Familiar Character Makes an Easy Comeback

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:44:00 EDT

The last time readers heard from detective Easy Rawlins, he was driving off a cliff. But Rawlins, one of the best-known characters in American literature, returns -- alive -- in a new novel called "Little Green." Jeffrey Brown talks to author Walter Mosley about his new book and more.

California Prepares for Fallout as High Court Ruling on Prop. 8 Nears

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:37:00 EDT

In San Francisco, city employees are preparing for a rush of same-sex marriage applications in case the Supreme Court strikes down Proposition 8, which banned marriage for anyone except between a man and a woman. Spencer Michels looks at the history of California's fight on same-sex marriage and previews the court's decision.

Though Acceptance for Gay Americans Is Growing, Discrimination Persists

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:28:00 EDT

A new survey by the Pew Research Center offers a complex view of what it's like to be an LGBT American. The survey found that while 92 percent of LGBT Americans say society is more accepting, 53 percent say they still face discrimination. Ray Suarez talks with Paul Taylor, co-author of the survey, and Gary Gates of UCLA.

Struggling Farmers in India Find Promise for the Future in Ancient Seeds

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:12:00 EDT

Since a devastating cyclone hit in 2009, farmers in a region of India have struggled with salty soil. With climate change, that problem is likely to worsen. Special correspondent Sam Eaton reports for the NewsHour's ongoing series "Food for 9 Billion," about how some farmers have returned to ancient seeds for better results.

Supreme Court Unanimously Rules Human Genes Cannot Be Patented

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:11:00 EDT

In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court justices ruled that a company cannot patent an isolated human gene. To look at the implications of the decision and its impact for patients and medical research, Judy Woodruff talks to Todd Dickinson of the American Intellectual Property Law Association and Sandra Park of the ACLU.

News Wrap: Deadly Explosion at Chemical Plant in Louisiana

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:06:00 EDT

In other news Thursday, an explosion at a Louisiana chemical plant killed one person and injured at least 73. The plant, located about 20 miles from Baton Rouge, produces highly flammable gases. Also, FBI director Robert Mueller claimed that revelations about the NSA's secret programs have harmed national security.

Wildfire Near Colorado Springs Is Most Destructive in State History

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:03:00 EDT

A wildfire in Colorado has become the most destructive in the state's history. The blaze has spread across 94,000 acres, spurred by high winds and hot, dry conditions. The fire continues to burn out of control in a heavily wooded area northeast of Colorado Springs. Jeffrey Brown has an update on the fire and evacuations

U.S. Says Assad Regime Has Used Chemical Weapons Against Rebels

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:02:00 EDT

The Obama administration announced late Thursday that it had concluded that the Syrian government has used chemical weapons against rebels. National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes said the Assad regime has used the nerve agent sarin on a small-scale multiple times.

Era of Online Sharing Offers Benefits of 'Big Data,' Privacy Trade-Offs

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:45:00 EDT

Revelations about the NSA's secret programs have reinforced a national interest in striking a balance between privacy and security. Jeffrey Brown examines public perception of data monitoring with Jules Polonetsky of the Future of Privacy Forum, Kashmir Hill of Forbes and Viktor Mayer-Schonberger, co-author of "Big Data."

Singapore Looks Skyward to Take Farming in New Directions

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:38:00 EDT

Singapore's skyline is not just a point of pride for residents, it can also be a source of fresh produce. As part of the NewsHour's series "Food for 9 Billion," special correspondent Sam Eaton reports on Singapore's vertical solution to the challenge of feeding a growing population in an urban environment.

'Whitey' Bulger Trial Stars Institutional Corruption, 'Criminal With Scruples'

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:32:00 EDT

Accused mob boss James 'Whitey' Bulger, 83, finally had his day in court after 16 years on the run. Bulger allegedly ran the violent Winter Hill gang in South Boston. He has pleaded not guilty to charges of extortion, racketeering and 19 murders. Gwen Ifill talks to Kevin Cullen of The Boston Globe, who was in the courtroom.

How Big a Boost Do Working Seniors Give the Economy?

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:30:00 EDT

Americans who work past traditional retirement age are extending their productive lives. They're also paying taxes longer, which may have big implications for the country's finances. As part of his Making Sen$e series, economics correspondent Paul Solman reports.

Anti-Government Protests Focus on Quality of Democracy in Turkey

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:14:00 EDT

For an update from the ground and to examine the scope and national impact of the protests against the leadership of Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan, Judy Woodruff talks with Scott Peterson of The Christian Science Monitor and Soner Cagaptay of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy.

After a Violent Night Turkish Government Considers Compromise to End Protests

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:11:00 EDT

In Istanbul's Taksim Square, clashes between police and anti-government protesters raged overnight; demonstrators launched fireworks and threw rocks at police, who used water cannons and tear gas. Prime Minister Erdogan's party announced that the fate of Gezi Park would be considered if protesters leave. Judy Woodruff reports.

News Wrap: Colorado Wildfire Forces Thousands to Evacuate

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 18:07:00 EDT

In other news Wednesday, a Colorado wildfire has forced more than 7,000 people to evacuate. Officials said that the fire could have already destroyed 100 homes with hundreds more still in jeopardy. Also, the National Weather Service issued its highest alert for Iowa, Illinois, Indiana and Ohio ahead of a huge storm system.