Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Dimitry Medvedev is Vladimir Putin's pick to succeed him as president. (Photo by NATALIA KOLESNIKOVA/AFP/Getty Images)
Midday looks at the results of yesterday's presidential election in Russia. Critics have called the vote a farce, with the leading candidate being Vladimir Putin's hand-picked succesor.
Guests
Nick Hayes: is professor of history and holds the University Chair in Critical Thinking at Saint John's University.
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As President Obama considers whether to increase troops strength in Afghanistan, a Two Harbors father has a suggestion.
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