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Friday, January 18, 2013

Season 2013 Episode 180 | 54m 32s

Tonight on the program, we examine the ongoing crises in Mali and Algeria that reflect regional unrest in North Africa. Also: Preparing for Monday's inauguration of President Obama, we talk to poet Richard Blanco who will read at Monday's ceremonies, Lance Armstrong admits to bullying and performance-enhancing drug use, and Mark Shields and David Brooks analyze the week's top stories.

Aired: 01/17/13 | Expires: 02/17/13
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