Riots broke out in Detroit this week, when tens of thousands of residents lined up to apply for federal help to pay their rent, mortgages and utilities. We'll hear from the former police commander of the precinct where the mayhem happened, Gary Brown, who is running for the Detroit City Council, and Cheryl Johnson, CEO of the Coalition for Temporary Shelter, who was also on the scene. We'll also hear from Andrew Stettner, a deputy director for the National Employment Law Project, to see how this incident fits into the national economic picture.
Comedian Baratunde Thurston on 'How to Be Black'
Today's Takeaway: Focus on Violence Syria
Today's Takeaway: Big Night for Rick Santorum
'Tebow Bill' May Allow Home-Schoolers to Play on High School Teams
In-Depth Look at the Situation in Syria
Today's Takeaway: Multi-Billion Dollar Foreclosure Settlement Imminent
Is Our Constitution Out of Date?
Multi-Billion Dollar Foreclosure Settlement Imminent
Contraception Coverage Draws Criticism from Catholic Bishops
David Sanger's Guide to the History of Syria
In-Depth Look at the Situation in Syria
A Closer Look at the Assad Regime
A Personal Look at the Opposition in Syria
Results from GOP Contests in Minnesota, Colorado, and Missouri
The Future of Syria
A Closer Look at Santorum's Sweep
Susan G. Komen Planned Parenthood Decision Forces Many to Make Difficult Decision
The 'Safety Net' and Realities of Poverty
Comedian Baratunde Thurston on 'How to Be Black'
What Did Clint and Chrysler Mean by 'Half Time in America'?
Multi-Billion Dollar Foreclosure Settlement Imminent
Contraception Coverage Draws Criticism from Catholic Bishops
No 'Safety Net' for Middle Class?
'Tebow Bill' May Allow Home-Schoolers to Play on High School Teams
Teenager Faces Public Outrage Over School Prayer Lawsuit

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