In the 2nd half of our interview with Dr. Walid Phares, he elaborates on our current strategy to fight radical Islam and what he sees as the three ingredients needed for victory.
The Confrontation Part 2
Combatting Crime in the New Administration
President-Elect Barack Obama has plenty of concerns awaiting him after being sworn into office on January 20. But should one of his priorities be to create a special commission to determine how best to fight rising crime rates? What would the commission actually accomplish and what kind of commitment would it want from the new president when it comes to supporting and funding the conclusions? That’s what we ask Ronald Ruecker, President of the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
The History of Christmas in America
What is the history of Christmas in America? What traditions were brought from England and which ones were created here in the colonies? And how did some of our most common holiday traditions begin? Listen here and hear the story of Christmas in America.
Christmas Carols
Listen here to learn about the significance of Christmas carols of two different kinds. Christmas songs to honor the birth of Christ and celebrate the joys of the season have become a staple this time of year. And ‘A Christmas Carol’ by Charles Dickens helped to create a special reverence for Christmastime as well. Learn about both by clicking here!
The Real Significance of Christmas
Christmas trees, presents, carols and cookies are some the traditions of the season we all enjoy. But what is the real reason to celebrate this day? Why is the birth of Jesus so significant? Why did he come to earth? Why do we fail to understand the full impact of Christmas unless we understand Easter as well? We ask Pastor Michael Easley.
More of the History and Traditions of Christmas
Dateline Washington’s look at the history and traditions of how America celebrates Christmas continues. How did some of our most treasured holiday traditions begin? Listen here and find out!
Final Thoughts on Christmas Day 2008
Thanks for listening to Dateline Washington’s Christmas special. Please enjoy these closing thoughts about what makes Christmas special.
The Bush Legacy on National Security, Part 1
How well did President Bush respond to the 9-11 attacks? Was he right to say that anyone assisting the terrorists shared in their fate? How about the idea of pre-emptive warfare? What were the biggest mistakes after the initial victory in Iraq? Why did the surge work? And what is the track record in Afghanistan? We ask retired Air Force General Tom McInerney, in the first half of interview examining the Bush record on national security.
The Bush Record on National Security, Part 2
What will the history books say about George W. Bush’s prosecution of the war on terrorism? We ask that and other questions to retired Air Force Gen. Tom McInerney in the second half of our interview on the Bush record on the war.
Impact of Bush on the Economy, Part 2
George W. Bush cut taxes, but what is the impact of his lack of fiscal discipline? What did we learn about Bush from his response to the current financial crisis? What is his overall grade on economic issues? We get answers to these questions in the second half of our discussion with Pete Sepp of the National Taxpayers Union.