Thursday, December 15, 2011
Minnesota Public Radio Stories
Joseph Galloway on US troops out of Iraq
Longtime war correspondent and Bronze Star medal of valor winner Joe Galloway shares his views on the day the American flag is lowered in Baghdad after nine years of war. What was accomplished, and at what cost? Are there some lessons to learn?11:00 a.m.GuestsJoseph L. Galloway: Retired senior military correspondent for Knight Ridder newspapers. Also spent 22 years at UPI, 20 years reporting for US News & World Report. Awarded the Bronze Star medal of valor for rescuing injured soldiers under fire in the Vietnam War. Author of "We Were Soldiers Once, and Young" and "We Are Soldiers Still."More from MPRUS declares Iraq war over (12/15/2011)White House says no veto of defense bill (12/14/2011)President Obama speaks on the end of the Iraq War (12/14/2011)Resources
Walter Mondale on his long and extraordinary career in public service
Midday presents excerpts from an interview with Former Vice President Walter Mondale. The complete interview will be part of a special "Walter F. Mondale Collection" at the Minnesota Historical Society. Walter Mondale reflects on his time as vice president, senator, ambassador, and other roles.12:00 p.m.More from MPREleanor Mondale Poling memorialized in Mpls. service (10/05/2011)Mondale, Carlson organize commission on shutdown (07/05/2011)Remembering Hubert H. Humphrey's life in politics (05/27/2011)Walter and Joan Mondale -- an enduring love story (11/10/2010)Resources
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