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• Passing the presidency along
  The peaceful transition between presidents is a marvel of American democracy. President Bush has promised to make the transition from his administration to that of President-elect Barack Obama as smooth as possible.9:06 a.m.
  Guests
  Howard Paster: Served as President Bill Clinton's director of legislative affairs and worked on confirmations.
  Paul McNulty: Worked on the George W. Bush transition team in 2000, and was serving in the U.S. Department of Justice as an appointee when the Clinton administration moved in.
  Resources
  Obama/ Biden transition Web site
  Partnership for Public Service
  National Journal: Lost in Transition Web site
  Valerie Jarrett talks about the Obama transition on Meet the Press
• Bloom's new novel inspired by a journey
  Author Amy Bloom's new novel tells the story of a Russian immigrant's attempts to adjust to America, and her trek across the country to try to find her lost daughter. Bloom was inspired by the legend of a young immigrant woman who tried to walk home to Siberia.10:06 a.m.
  Guests
  Amy Bloom: Author of the novel "Away," which was a National Book Award finalist. Bloom is a psychotherapist, essayist and novelist. She also writes and produces for television.
  Resources
  Amy Bloom's Web site
  Amy Bloom Event, Tuesday, Nov. 11

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