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    The American Idea: The Best of The Atlantic Monthly

    For 150 years, The Atlantic Monthly has published some of the most influential articles, essays, and stories by many of the literary, intellectual and political giants who have defined our national life. Join James Sterngold in conversation with Robert Vare, Editor of The American Idea: The Best of The Atlantic Monthly.

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    KCRW placeholderBy Jim Sterngold • Jan 22, 2008 • 1 min read

    For 150 years, The Atlantic Monthly has published some of the most influential articles, essays, and stories by many of the literary, intellectual and political giants who have defined our national life. Join James Sterngold in conversation with Robert Vare, Editor of The American Idea: The Best of The Atlantic Monthly.

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      Jim Sterngold

      Wall Street Journal

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