Nov 19th, 2008 · In the U.S. Senate race in Alaska, Democrat Mark Begich has claimed victory over six-term Republican incumbent Ted Stevens. The Anchorage Mayor's victory moves Senate Democrats within two seats of a filibuster-proof 60-vote majority. Senator-elect Begich tells Renee Montagne that he won because Alaskans were ready to focus on the future.
Nov 19th, 2008 · Hundreds of Tibetan exiles have convened in Dharamsala, India, to discuss a new China strategy. China has warned against any efforts at Tibetan independence. Earlier this month, the Dalai Lama acknowledged that talks with China to win greater autonomy had not been successful. Robbie Barnett, a professor of Modern Tibetan Studies at Columbia University, tells Renee Montagne why that comment is significant.
Nov 19th, 2008 · President-elect Barack Obama's top choice for U.S. attorney general seems to be Eric Holder. Holder was the No. 2 official in the Justice Department under President Bill Clinton. The Obama team says no final decision has been made. NPR News Analyst Juan Williams talks with Renee Montagne about what is known about Obama's Cabinet choices.
Nov 19th, 2008 · It's time for the Los Angeles Auto Show, which is the first major North American auto show of the season. It's known for presenting cutting edge technology and design. Mark Phelan, automotive critic for the Detroit Free Press, talks with Renee Montagne about what will — and won't — be on the floor of the convention center this year.
Nov 18th, 2008 · Renee Montagne has business news.
Nov 13th, 2008 · Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty is widely regarded as one of the Republican Party's future leaders. He says that his party has to attract new voters like women, hispanics and African Americans, while also staying true to its core values like a pro-life position on abortion. He tells Renee Montagne that the GOP has to reach out to Sam's Club Voters — meaning people who are focused on bread and butter issues.
Nov 13th, 2008 · Renee Montagne has business news.
Nov 12th, 2008 · A tight Senate race from last week is getting even tighter. The latest numbers from Minnesota indicate incumbent Republican Norm Coleman is ahead of Democratic challenger Al Franken by slightly more than 200 votes. Franken talks with Renee Montagne about the narrow margin, which triggers an automatic recount next week.