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Monday June 16, 2003

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Week of June 16, 2003

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10:00Medicare Overhaul

Diane talks with health policy experts about a Congressional proposal to revamp the country's health insurance program for elderly Americans, a measure that could pass as early as next month.

Guests

Michael Franc, vice president for government relations at the Heritage Foundation

Chris Jennings, former senior health policy advisor in the Clinton administration and president of Jennings Policy Strategies

11:00Leon Fleisher

Diane talks with renowned pianist, conductor, and teacher Leon Fleisher about the diagnosis and treatment of focal dystonia, a debilitating ailment affecting his right hand. They discuss how the setback deepened his connection with music and changed his approach to life.

Guests

Leon Fleisher, pianist, conductor, composer, and teacher

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