Oil, religion, and debt
A former GOP strategist and member of the Nixon administration says the convergence of oil, religion, and debt under President Bush has the country headed in the wrong direction.9:06 a.m.Kevin Phillips: Author of "American Theocracy: The Peril and Politics of Radical Religion, Oil, and Borrowed Money in the 21st Century." He's also the author of the bestseller, "American Dynasty."
Deconstructing 'Dunces'
Midmorning's Book Club talks about a classic novel set in New Orleans, "A Confederacy of Dunces."10:06 a.m.Kenneth Holditch: A former professor of creative writing and author of many essays on John Kennedy Toole.
Susie Kuilan: An Army Reservist and doctoral candidate who's working on a collection of essays on John Kennedy Toole.
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