PBS-Bill Moyers Journal-Jan 9, 2009-sdtv xvid

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LEO GERARD

Bill Moyers sits down with United Steelworkers' International President Leo Gerard to discuss seeking economic justice for workers in the middle of an economic crisis and how he sees the future of American manufacturing. Gerard shares his thoughts on how unions will fare under the Obama administration, what kind of stimulus might be needed and what the future of American industry might look like.



EARMARK REFORM AT LAST?

Can Congress pass meaningful earmark reform? What's actually in the fine print of 'The Fiscal Discipline, Earmark Reform and Accountability Act of 2009, S. 162.

EXPOSÉ ON THE JOURNAL: Mr. Heath Goes Back to Washington

Get an update on the SEATTLE TIMES reporters who uncovered how members of Congress had awarded federal dollars for questionable purposes to companies in local Congressional districts — often to companies whose executives, employees or PACs have made campaign contributions to their legislators.

THE STATE OF WORKING AMERICA

What are the challenges facing the incoming Obama administration, management and unions?