Republican Sen. Olympia Snowe joined Democrats in supporting the health care overhaul bill.Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images
By Gwen Outen
Neal Conan and our illustrious producer Barrie Hardymon are in Columbus, Ohio today, and we'll broadcast our program live from member station WOSU. Our sincere thanks to WOSU for their kind hospitality!
Health Care Overhaul Wins Round One
It's Political Junkie (and Ken Rudin) Day. Today, we'll look at what could happen next in health care legislation now that a key senate committee passed the overhaul bill. We'll also talk about President Obama's Nobel Peace Prize, and his promise to end "Don't Ask, Don't Tell." And Hillary Clinton says she has "absolutely no interest" in running for president again. All this and more... including a new trivia question.
Fallout From Ohio's Botched Execution
Ohio Governor Ted Strickland has delayed an execution after executioners couldn't find a suitable vein in the inmate. Other death sentences have been put on hold in Ohio, and the botched executions may have repercussions for death row inmates in other states. Associated Press reporter Andrew Welsh-Huggins talks about the controversy surrounding lethal injections and what it might mean for the future of the death penalty.
Foreclosures: Where's The Relief?
When it comes to the issue of foreclosures, the government says loan modifications are on track. But many people who qualify for help are still losing their homes. How has the wave of foreclosures affected your neighborhood? Tell us your story.
Columbus, Ohio -- A Test City, USA For New Products
Columbus, Ohio is considered a test city for marketing new products across the country. Marketing expert Neeli Bendapudi explains what makes a good test city, and what it's like to be the first to try new foods and products.
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