"I'm afraid I don't see how the US can helpfully respond in Afghanistan, at this point."

Veteran political commentator, linguist and author John McWhorter weighs in on race in America.

This episode explores the real state of affairs in Afghanistan, the NY governor on the economic crisis, and a report on military housing contracts gone awry.

Bill talks with author and former journalist Sarah Chayes about how she's been helping Afghanistan rebuild after Taliban rule.

A battle between union workers and corporate efforts to cut pay and benefits, politicians who tout their religions but don't help those in need, and the plight of women in Afghanistan.