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Washington Journal for Tues., Nov. 20

Washington, DC

Andrew Grossman, Wall Street Journal, Reporter

Mr. Grossman discussed federal relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, How much it’s estimated to cost, and who pays the bill.

Thomas Ricks, Center for a New American Security, Senior Fellow and Author, “The Generals”

Mr. Ricks talked about military ethics in the wake of the scandals around Gen. David Petraeus and Gen. John Allen, as well as charges and allegations against other military leaders for financial misdealings and sexual misconduct, and sexual assault cases at an Air Force training center.  He also discussed his new book “The Generals” in the context of how ethics intersect with military leadership.

Jerry Hagstrom, The Hagstrom Report, Founder & Executive Editor

Mr. Hagstrom talked about prospects for the farm bill during the “lame duck” Congress. The farm bill is the major legislation that directs government farm programs as well as food aid.

Updated: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at 10:51am (ET)

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