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Despite political observers saying only one incumbent Virginia Congressman is in a 'truly competitive' race this season, Virginians have much to consider this election season. From partisan gridlock over transportation to the continuing saga of Senator George Allen to an amendment banning gay marriage, Kojo explores the issues facing the Commonwealth.
Bob Gibson, Reporter, Charlottesville Daily Progress
Toni-Michelle Travis, Associate Professor of Government and Politics, George Mason University
Seth McLaughlin, Reporter, The Washington Times
Tim Kaine, Governor, Commonwealth of Virginia
Tim Hugo, Member, Virginia House of Delegates, (R-40th District, Fairfax)
Dennis D. Husch, Vice Mayor, Town of Herndon
Republicans are on damage control following last week's abrupt resignation of Congressman Mark Foley of Florida. Foley stepped down after media reports that he sent inappropriate emails to underage House pages. We assess the impact on the upcoming midterm elections.
David Hawkings, Managing Editor, CQ Weekly
Two weeks ago, Thailand's military ousted the Prime Minister in a bloodless coup. Westerners were shocked, but Thais took it in stride, since the coup had the support of Thailand's king. Join Kojo to learn more about the situation, including the fascinating story of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world's longest-sitting living monarch.
Paul Handley, freelance journalist; and author, The King Never Smiles: A Biography of Thailand's Bhumibol Adulyadej (Yale University Press)
David Steinberg, Distinguished Professor and Director of Asian Studies, School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University; author "Turmoil in Burma: Contested Legitimacies in Myanmar" (forthcoming)
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