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Political Lunch (HD) 07-10-09: Sonia Preps, Palin Tweets, Congress Stalls and AIG Grovels

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 19:22:14 +0000

In your weekly wrap-up, Will and Rob preview the SCOTUS hearings next week, introduce the "New GM", recap the week's policy progress (or lack thereof), and cover the poll numbers that Mitt Romney probably won't believe.

Political Lunch (HD) 07-08-09: Palin Polls, Cyber Attacks, G8 Stalemate

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 20:15:05 +0000

Today's Lunch includes what could be the most surprising Sarah Palin headline ever. ALSO: Did North Korea hack US government computers, and what happened today at the G8?

Political Lunch (HD) 7-06-09: Palin, Biden, Nukes and McNamara

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:37:07 +0000

What on earth is Sarah Palin doing? Why doesn't Biden read from the script? And who is really running Moscow? That and more in this dynamite episode.

Political Lunch (HD) 07-01-09: We have a winner! Finally.

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:38:19 +0000

Today on the Lunch, the longest running story in the history of the show comes to an end. Minnesota now officially has two Senators. Were there any surprises? Don't hold your breath. ALSO: Sanford just keeps spilling...

Political Lunch (HD) 06-29-09: New Haven Firefighters, South Carolina Infighters

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:11:33 +0000

Today's Lunch starts the week with a look at the Supreme Court decision that propelled Sonia Sotomayor back into the headlines. With two weeks until confirmation hearings begin, will this latest decision derail her chances? ALSO: What's up with South Carolina Republicans?

Political Lunch (HD) 06-26-09: Refunds, Promises and Monkeys

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:49:29 +0000

The weekly 10-in-3 starts with Sanford, ends with Reagan, and has some Cheney, Specter, Biden and Michael Jackson in the middle. It's been a big week, so don't miss this one!

Political Lunch (HD) 06-24-09: SC Governor, Lost and Found

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:23:38 +0000

After disappearing for six days, South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford has resurfaced. Turns out he wasn't hiking the Appalachian Trali, so where was he, and did his press conference this afternoon miss the point? ALSO: What are the Republicans calling President Obama's health insurance overhaul plan?

Political Lunch (HD) 06-22-09: Iran, Health Insurance, and Other Tightropes

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 19:21:24 +0000

President Obama tries to walk the tightrope on his response to the Iran election controversy, while Democrats in Congress try to walk away from an expensive health insurance proposal. ALSO: The story behind the Ensign confession.

Political Lunch (HD) 06-19-09: Gitmo, Polls, Apologies

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:09:43 +0000

Your weekly 10-in-3 has bad news for both parties, good news for Hawaii, and a very late apology for many, many Americans. Plus, PETA is kind enough to excuse President Obama for being human.

Political Lunch (HD) 06-17-09: NSA, Gay Marriage and Presidential Karate

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:41:05 +0000

Today on The Lunch, Rob Millis covers slow change for gay couples, the worst thing a Nevada Senator has ever done, more heat for the NSA and some ninja moves.

Political Lunch (HD) 06-08-09: Obama, at home and abroad

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 21:26:58 +0000

President Obama returned this week from a successful trip overseas to find a full domestic agenda for the months ahead. Today Rob and Will take a look at the debate over health care reform and the administration’s push to prioritize stimulus spending.

Political Lunch (HD) 06-05-09: Cairo to Gitmo in 180 Seconds

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 23:00:30 +0000

Your weekly 10-in-3 features a major speech in Cairo, another election season begins, some Bush tax breaks backfire, plus our regular update on Franken-Coleman and much more.

Political Lunch 06-03-09: Osama vs. Obama

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 21:28:12 +0000

Today on the Lunch, Rob and Will look at the latest tape from everyone's favorite cave dweller, Osama bin Laden. Will his latest threats against America overshadow President Obama's tour of Arab nations? ALSO: Has the GOP made its point as far as the Supreme Court nominee is concerned?

Political Lunch 06-01-09: A Fresh Start for GM?

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 22:03:57 +0000

General Motors filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy today, beginning the long, slow road back to profitability for the once-great company. Hopefully New GM doesn???t turn out like New Coke???

Political Lunch (HD) 05-29-09: Rudderless GOP Friday

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 29 May 2009 19:54:53 +0000

In today's weekly wrap-up, Rob and Will look at the GOP's leadership vacuum, the Sotomayor strategy, the outlook on China's climate plans, the new focus on cybersecurity, and George W. Bush's fond remembrances.

Political Lunch (HD) 05-27-09: Nominee Wednesday

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 27 May 2009 21:07:49 +0000

Today on the Lunch, Rob and Will introduce President Obama's Supreme Court nominee: Sonia Sotomayor. Does the GOP have a chance to stop her confirmation, or are the hearings just a formality?

Political Lunch (HD) Before the long weekend, Rob and Will look back at the week in politics. How, exactly, will Obama close Gitmo? Who, exactly, is Dick Cheney arguing with? And what, exactly, is Norm Coleman hoping to accomplish? 05-22-09: Obama v. Chen

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 22 May 2009 20:36:30 +0000

Before the long weekend, Rob and Will look back at the week in politics. How, exactly, will Obama close Gitmo? Who, exactly, is Dick Cheney arguing with? And what, exactly, is Norm Coleman hoping to accomplish?

Political Lunch (HD) 05-20-09: Gitmo won't go, or will it?

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 20 May 2009 20:33:31 +0000

Yesterday, democrats in Congress said they won't give the President $80-million to close Guantanamo. But does that mean they disagree with his plan, or do they just want to hear more? ALSO: The GOP chief says the page has turned, but has it? And what's going on with your credit cards?

Political Lunch (HD) 05-18-09: Notre Dame and Unhappy Dems

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Tue, 19 May 2009 05:40:22 +0000

Rob and Will start another week at The Lunch with a look back at the more surprising elements of the President's controversial speech at Notre Dame on Sunday. ALSO: Why are so many democrats so cranky these days?

Political Lunch (HD) 05-15-09: 400th Episode!!

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 15 May 2009 20:21:41 +0000

Today on The Lunch, Rob and Will tackle the Friday ten, including another surprise from the White House, more GOP infighting, Pelosi's self-defense, controversy at Notre Dame, and much more!

Political Lunch (HD) 05-13-09: Health Care and Torture

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 13 May 2009 22:46:57 +0000

Today on The Lunch, Health care and torture: two issues or just one? Both are being debated on Capitol Hill this week, and already the White House is backing away from its investigation of Bush-era interrogation policies. As for health care reform, can anyone spare $300 billion?

Political Lunch (HD) 05-11-09: Presidential Comedy, Health Care, and Gitmo

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 13 May 2009 20:31:23 +0000

Today on The Lunch, Rob and Will ease you into the week with some highlights (or lowlights?) from the White House correspondents' dinner. ALSO: The health care reform debate heats up, and Cheney just keeps talking.

Political Lunch (HD) 05-08-09: Squabbling, Unemployment, and Spicy Mustard

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Mon, 11 May 2009 20:25:10 +0000

Today's 10-in-3 includes an update on unemployment, some Democratic grumbling, a fly-by photo, and a big deal over a little mustard.

Political Lunch (HD) 05-06-09: Karzai, Zardari, and Obama

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 08 May 2009 20:08:46 +0000

Today at the White House, President Obama meets with the leaders of Afghanistan and Pakistan to enlist greater support in the fight against Al Qaeda and the Taliban. Meanwhile, over on Capitol Hill, the Democrats try to keep it together.

Political Lunch (HD) 05-04-09: Auto Woes Monday

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Tue, 05 May 2009 00:46:04 +0000

The Lunch starts the week with a look at the continuing woes for Detroit automakers. Is GM now following Chrysler into bankruptcy? ALSO: You'd better close that account in the Caymans...

Political Lunch (HD) 05-01-09: Supreme Court Friday

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 01 May 2009 22:22:13 +0000

After a long week, Rob and Will examine the news of an impending Justice departure, the fallout from Specter's change of parties, Joe Biden's 101st day gaffe, and much more!

Political Lunch (HD) 04-29-09: 100 Days and Two Years!

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 21:51:37 +0000

Today was supposed to be all about the President's first hundred days in office AND the two year anniversary of Political Lunch, but then Arlen Specter had to go and ruin all the fun (mostly for the GOP).

Political Lunch 04-27-09: Swine Flu Monday

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 18:52:06 +0000

Everyone's talking about swine flu today, but what do the Feds have to say about the possible pandemic? ALSO: The budget process might finally wrap-up this week, but not if some unhappy Republicans have their way.

Political Lunch (HD) 04-24-09: Full Boat Friday

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 21:32:32 +0000

Today's Lunch covers all the bases: more on the torture memos, more violence in Iraq, more ideas on climate change, more rancor over health care, and more talk about... secession?

Political Lunch (HD) 04-22-09: Obama Vs. The Bush Team?

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:02:36 +0000

Today on The Lunch, Rob and Will explore President Obama's statement yesterday in which he seemed to open the door for prosecution of Bush administration officials involved with torture. Is that likely to happen? ALSO: Did Congresswoman Jane Harman collude with Israeli spies?

Political Lunch (HD) 04-20-09: Barry and Hugo -- The Handshake

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 21:56:05 +0000

You've got a full plate for Lunch today: Obama and Chavez with the handshake heard round the world, the Bush extras with plenty of say, the energy committee with some new ideas, and the first real Cabinet meeting (minus one).

Political Lunch (HD) 04-15-09: Of Taxes and Tea Parties

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:00:12 +0000

It’s tax day, and conservative groups across the country are marking the occasion with Tea Parties to protest what they see as the President’s policies of higher taxes and spending. The Big Question? Can the GOP capitalize on that movement?

Political Lunch (HD) 04-13-09: Ask and ye shall receive...

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 19:32:38 +0000

Today, further evidence that Political Lunch is the most influential political news show on the Web! (Or something like that...) ALSO: A victory over pirates gives Obama his first national security boost, while transportation proves to be a domestic policy thorn in his side.

Political Lunch (HD) 04-10-09: Where's our White House puppy?!?

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:40:23 +0000

Today in the 10-in-3, Will takes a look at Glenn Beck's latest rant, the Obama's upcoming canine acquisition, some good (and bad) news for Iraq Vets, and much more!

Political Lunch (HD) 04-08-09: Barney Frank Highlight Reel

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 17:01:22 +0000

Today on The Lunch, Will has the highlights from Rep. Barney Frank's response to a critic yesterday during a speech at Harvard. ALSO: Obama leaves the press corps behind and Vermont says yes to gay marriage.

Political Lunch (HD) 04-06-09: "Taepodong-II: The Splashdown"

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 23:29:29 +0000

Today on The Lunch, Will and Rob listen in on the metaphorical 3am phone call; North Korea keeps everyone on their toes; and the military industrial complex may not be immune to downsizing.

Political Lunch 04-03-09: Blago, Palin, and The Queen

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 22:51:18 +0000

In the Friday round-up, Rob and Will cover the G-20, the Royal faux-pas, Obama's budget win, a tobacco crackdown, and a breakthrough in Franken v. Coleman.

Political Lunch (HD) 04-01-09: London, Russia, New York, Alaska

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 18:49:58 +0000

Today on The Lunch, Rob covers the national impact of a local election, the local impact of a global summit, as well as nukes, corruption and the fools of April.

Political Lunch (HD) 03-30-09: GM, Afghanistan and NY-20

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 06:04:56 +0000

Today on The Lunch a CEO gets fired, trouble brews in Afghanistan, HuffPo tries out journalism, and a close race in New York State.

Political Lunch (HD) 03-27-09: Interwebs, Weeds and Notre Dame

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 18:02:36 +0000

This Friday 10-in-3 episode of Political Lunch is packed with good news, bad news, and a clip that reveals more about the online audience than Obama ever expected. Subscribe today at http://www.PoliticalLunch.com

Political Lunch (HD) 03-25-09: Obama Presser #2

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:36:43 +0000

Last night the President held his second prime-time press conference, and the "liberal media" didn't hold back. Today on The Lunch: the night's highlights, the Administration's agenda, and Hillary Clinton's trip to Mexico.

Political Lunch (HD) 03-23-09: Trillion Dollar Monday

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 23:48:45 +0000

Today on The Lunch, Will takes a closer look at the Obama administration's plan to partner with private investors to buy $1 trillion worth of "toxic assets". Or are they "legacy assets"?

Political Lunch (HD) 03-20-09: Friday 10-in-3

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 18:24:26 +0000

In the Lunch roundup today: the return of Romney, Obama's bad joke, Dodd's bad week, and Franken's bid for Coleman's bucks.

Political Lunch (HD) 03-18-09: Fox News, AIG and Sarah Palin

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 20:13:33 +0000

Today on The Lunch, Rob and Will look at some crafty misdirection from Fox News, some raised hackles for AIG, and some miscommunication for Sarah Palin.

Political Lunch (HD) 03-16-09

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 21:23:01 +0000

Today for Lunch, a Presidential pledge on bailout bank bonuses, more fightin' words from Dick Cheney, and a miffed McCain on the Reagan legacy.

Political Lunch 03-13-09: Stewart V. Cramer

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 20:57:19 +0000

Betcha didn't know the Jon Stewart/Jim Cramer battle began at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue? That and nine other CRITICAL stories on today's Lunch!

Political Lunch (HD) 03-11-09: Mixed Message Wednesday

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 22:27:33 +0000

Can you sign the bill but oppose the earmarks? Can we have confidence in the economy while Congress says the stimulus might not work? Today on The Lunch, Rob and Will take a look at some of the mixed messages we've been getting from Washington.

Political Lunch (HD) 03-09-09: The Big Red Button

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 20:37:23 +0000

Today on The Lunch, Hillary Clinton wonders what's so wrong with giving the Russians a big, red button? Aside from the translation? PLUS: A stem cell funding reversal, a flap over cybersecurity, and some Congressional trivia.

Political Lunch (HD) 03-06-09

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 20:25:58 +0000

Today's Lunch is your usual Friday special: 10 political news stories in three minutes or less. Today's menu includes Limbaugh laughs, employment unease, a Friday filibuster and much more!

Political Lunch (HD) 03-04-09: Obama and the Russians

info@politicallunch.com (Hudson Street Media) — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 15:34:30 +0000

Nuclear diplomacy in 2009: President Obama tries to work with the Russians to reduce the nuclear threat. That and more on today's Political Lunch!