Washington Thursday Journal

Current news events and political issues were examined through reviews of the morning newspapers; interviews with journalists, newsmakers and legislatures; and viewer telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. Mr. Towell talked about what is happening with the defense policy debate on the House floor. Via telephone, Mr. Havighurst talked about the Health and Human Services Department budget. In the newspaper roundtable, Reps. Fattah and Myrick discussed headlines from various papers across the country. Via telephone, Mr. Blow talked about the Republicans in the House changing peoples lives. Via telephone, Mr. Pianin talked about a draft of a Republican report to help balance the budget. Via remote link, Senator Graham talked about his request for federally funded agencies to not purchase advertising during TV shows that contain violence. Mr. Billington discussed the “THOMAS,” the new electronic information system about the Congress. close