NPR Programs: All Things Considered http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=2&ft=1&f=2 For two hours every weekday, All Things Considered hosts Robert Siegel, Michele Norris and Melissa Block present the program's trademark mix of news, interviews, commentaries, reviews, and offbeat features. en Copyright 2010 NPR - For Personal Use Only NPR API RSS Generator 0.93 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 16:00:00 -0400 http://media.npr.org/images/npr_news_123x20.gif All Things Considered http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=2&ft=1&f=2 Tax Code Overhaul As Tough As Doing Your 1040 There's broad agreement among economists that a new tax system should have few loopholes and relatively low tax rates. But that's where the consensus ends. Rewriting the tax code in Washington is tricky, and as one tax expert put it, right now there is no politically feasible fix. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 16:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/ZKB75wBosvI/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129748978&ft=1&f=2 There's broad agreement among economists that a new tax system should have few loopholes and relatively low tax rates. But that's where the consensus ends. Rewriting the tax code in Washington is tricky, and as one tax expert put it, right now there is no politically feasible fix.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129748978&ft=1&f=2 Did Media Blow 'Quran Burning' Out Of Proportion? Has media coverage of the planned burning of Qurans by the Rev. Terry Jones and his tiny Florida congregation given this provocative event too big a stage? Or has the coverage been reasonably proportioned in view of the larger controversy over a proposed Islamic center in New York City? Melissa Block talks with NPR's David Folkenflik about coverage of the event. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/LXhx0ng5HvA/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756129&ft=1&f=2 Has media coverage of the planned burning of Qurans by the Rev. Terry Jones and his tiny Florida congregation given this provocative event too big a stage? Or has the coverage been reasonably proportioned in view of the larger controversy over a proposed Islamic center in New York City? Melissa Block talks with NPR's David Folkenflik about coverage of the event.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756129&ft=1&f=2 White House Makes Boehner A Household Name If you haven't heard of House Minority Leader John Boehner before, President Barack Obama is trying to change that. The Ohio Republican could take over the speakership if the GOP succeeds in winning a majority of House seats this November. Between now and then, Democrats will paint a scary picture of Boehner. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/IqZhzLiybzs/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756133&ft=1&f=2 If you haven't heard of House Minority Leader John Boehner before, President Barack Obama is trying to change that. The Ohio Republican could take over the speakership if the GOP succeeds in winning a majority of House seats this November. Between now and then, Democrats will paint a scary picture of Boehner.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756133&ft=1&f=2 Top Army Brass Still Don't Think Brain Injuries Count The Purple Heart is the most powerful symbol that a soldier has sacrificed for his or her country. For generations, the military has awarded Purple Hearts to soldiers wounded in action. But an investigation by NPR and ProPublica has found that Army commanders routinely deny Purple Hearts to soldiers who've suffered concussions from explosions -- even though Army regulations say they merit the award. Four soldiers have struggled to get Purple Hearts -- and medical help. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/txNC5vqafKc/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756105&ft=1&f=2 The Purple Heart is the most powerful symbol that a soldier has sacrificed for his or her country. For generations, the military has awarded Purple Hearts to soldiers wounded in action. But an investigation by NPR and ProPublica has found that Army commanders routinely deny Purple Hearts to soldiers who've suffered concussions from explosions -- even though Army regulations say they merit the award. Four soldiers have struggled to get Purple Hearts -- and medical help.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756105&ft=1&f=2 3 Years Later, Minneapolis Bridge Debris Removed Melissa Block talks with Scott Vreeland, a Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board commissioner, about the removal of debris from the I-35 bridge from city parkland. Thirteen people were killed and one hundred forty-five were injured when the bridge over the Mississippi River collapsed in 2007. Vreeland hopes that with the removal of the wreckage, the park can open to the public again. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/FR4Cyq6JmFg/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756137&ft=1&f=2 Melissa Block talks with Scott Vreeland, a Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board commissioner, about the removal of debris from the I-35 bridge from city parkland. Thirteen people were killed and one hundred forty-five were injured when the bridge over the Mississippi River collapsed in 2007. Vreeland hopes that with the removal of the wreckage, the park can open to the public again.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756137&ft=1&f=2 Oracle's Hiring Of Ex-HP Chief Creates Drama On Monday, the ousted chief executive of Hewlett-Packard was named co-president of rival Oracle. Mark Hurd, who helped revive a struggling HP, was forced out earlier this year after a scandal involving expense reports and a female contractor. On Tuesday, HP sued to prevent Hurd's move to Oracle, arguing he could reveal trade secrets. Melissa Block talks with <em>Wall Street Journal</em> reporter Ben Worthen about the case. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/75qcYYa2x0c/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756109&ft=1&f=2 On Monday, the ousted chief executive of Hewlett-Packard was named co-president of rival Oracle. Mark Hurd, who helped revive a struggling HP, was forced out earlier this year after a scandal involving expense reports and a female contractor. On Tuesday, HP sued to prevent Hurd's move to Oracle, arguing he could reveal trade secrets. Melissa Block talks with Wall Street Journal reporter Ben Worthen about the case.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756109&ft=1&f=2 Little Progress Seen Improving Nation's Infrastructure Melissa Block speaks with Blaine Leonard, president of the American Society of Civil Engineers, about the state of our nation's infrastructure. The ASCE issues infrastructure report cards. In its most recent -- in 2009 -- it gave the nation's infrastructure a D. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/Xl9EfDkMYMA/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756141&ft=1&f=2 Melissa Block speaks with Blaine Leonard, president of the American Society of Civil Engineers, about the state of our nation's infrastructure. The ASCE issues infrastructure report cards. In its most recent -- in 2009 -- it gave the nation's infrastructure a D.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756141&ft=1&f=2 Economists Caution About Trade, Jobs Numbers Two bits of relatively good economic news came out Thursday: The nation's trade deficit declined in July, and the number of people applying for unemployment benefits also fell. But analysts warn against reading too much into either number. The trade deficit bounces around a lot, and unemployment claims remain high. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/w5X9Qh1GXM0/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756113&ft=1&f=2 Two bits of relatively good economic news came out Thursday: The nation's trade deficit declined in July, and the number of people applying for unemployment benefits also fell. But analysts warn against reading too much into either number. The trade deficit bounces around a lot, and unemployment claims remain high.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756113&ft=1&f=2 NYC Mayor Bloomberg's Education Reforms Stumble New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg made improving the city's public schools one of the guiding themes of his administration. He overhauled the management structure and invested more money in education. Soon he was boasting of impressive gains on state exams. But that progress appeared to vanish this year when the state raised its standards and made the tests much harder. Now many wonder if Bloomberg's gains were real. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/AnDBH93R8og/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756145&ft=1&f=2 New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg made improving the city's public schools one of the guiding themes of his administration. He overhauled the management structure and invested more money in education. Soon he was boasting of impressive gains on state exams. But that progress appeared to vanish this year when the state raised its standards and made the tests much harder. Now many wonder if Bloomberg's gains were real.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756145&ft=1&f=2 Court Lifts Funding Ban On Stem Cell Research The United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia has temporarily lifted the temporary injunction on federal funding for stem cell research. Melissa Block talks with NPR's Julie Rovner about what the decision means and the next steps in the battle over stem cells. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/Fi7IApwHzbQ/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756117&ft=1&f=2 The United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia has temporarily lifted the temporary injunction on federal funding for stem cell research. Melissa Block talks with NPR's Julie Rovner about what the decision means and the next steps in the battle over stem cells.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756117&ft=1&f=2 Call For Stories: New Jersey's Passaic River A new series will explore New Jersey's Passaic River. The river was the springboard for the country's early efforts to manufacture goods and become economically independent from Europe. As a result, the river was overused, polluted and later chemically poisoned. Yet parts of it are stunning -- including the second largest waterfall in the east after Niagara Falls. Melissa Block asks listeners to send in their stories and photos of the Passaic. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/0eCfrrGS8_o/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756149&ft=1&f=2 A new series will explore New Jersey's Passaic River. The river was the springboard for the country's early efforts to manufacture goods and become economically independent from Europe. As a result, the river was overused, polluted and later chemically poisoned. Yet parts of it are stunning -- including the second largest waterfall in the east after Niagara Falls. Melissa Block asks listeners to send in their stories and photos of the Passaic.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756149&ft=1&f=2 Letters: Arizona Republican Steve May Listeners take issue with an interview Robert Siegel did with Arizona Republican Steve May. May has recruited a number of people to run on the Green Party ticket in his state. A lawyer for the Democratic Party in Arizona termed his role in this as a cynical manipulation of the democratic process. Listeners complained about May's use of the term "Democrat Party" rather than "Democratic Party," and May himself responds. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/7uR89PoQsgc/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756121&ft=1&f=2 Listeners take issue with an interview Robert Siegel did with Arizona Republican Steve May. May has recruited a number of people to run on the Green Party ticket in his state. A lawyer for the Democratic Party in Arizona termed his role in this as a cynical manipulation of the democratic process. Listeners complained about May's use of the term "Democrat Party" rather than "Democratic Party," and May himself responds.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756121&ft=1&f=2 Florida Pastor Agrees To Cancel Quran Burning Event Melissa Block talks with NPR's Greg Allen about Terry Jones' announcement that he's canceling plans to burn copies of the Quran at his Gainesville, Fla., church on Saturday. Jones said he decided to cancel the protest because the leader of a planned Islamic center in New York City has agreed to move its location away from ground zero. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 15:00:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/Z1Lyq0scRZE/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756125&ft=1&f=2 Melissa Block talks with NPR's Greg Allen about Terry Jones' announcement that he's canceling plans to burn copies of the Quran at his Gainesville, Fla., church on Saturday. Jones said he decided to cancel the protest because the leader of a planned Islamic center in New York City has agreed to move its location away from ground zero.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129756125&ft=1&f=2 Determining 'Brain Age' With A Simple Scan Doctors can easily tell whether a child's body is growing normally. But they have a much harder time assessing the brain. Now, using a new type of MRI scan, they can more accurately determine a child's "brain age" and help identify children with developmental problems. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 14:46:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/1UMUZFmjl3I/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129754434&ft=1&f=2 Doctors can easily tell whether a child's body is growing normally. But they have a much harder time assessing the brain. Now, using a new type of MRI scan, they can more accurately determine a child's "brain age" and help identify children with developmental problems.

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]]> http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129754434&ft=1&f=2 Bill Monroe's Blue Grass Boys Converge In Kentucky This summer, the International Bluegrass Museum's annual ROMP Festival hosted a reunion for 29 members of the legendary band. Many consider Monroe to be the "father of bluegrass," and his band included some of the best bluegrass musicians in the world. Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:10:00 -0400 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/NprProgramsATC/~3/bESG8Rpn76g/story.php http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129752861&ft=1&f=2 This summer, the International Bluegrass Museum's annual ROMP Festival hosted a reunion for 29 members of the legendary band. Many consider Monroe to be the "father of bluegrass," and his band included some of the best bluegrass musicians in the world.

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