Guy Taylor

International Editor for World Politics Watch

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American journalist in Venezuela on a grant from the Pulitzer Center; International Editor for World Politics Watch

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In December, 2001, David Hicks was captured while attempting to flee Afghanistan in a taxi.

David Hicks Enters Surprise Guilty Plea at Guantanamo Bay

In December, 2001, David Hicks was captured while attempting to flee Afghanistan in a taxi.

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A new president was sworn into office today in Mexico, after much uncertainty after a disputed election. On Sunday, President Hugo Chavez is running for re-election in Venezuela.

Venezuela's Hugo Chavez, Saint or Dictator?

A new president was sworn into office today in Mexico, after much uncertainty after a disputed election. On Sunday, President Hugo Chavez is running for re-election in Venezuela.

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A special LRC to mark the end of 2021 and Josh’s run as host.

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Joseph Carson has spent most of his career as a federal employee challenging everything from the country’s nuclear weapons program to its whistleblower adjudication infrastructure.

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Following Saturday’s hostage situation in Texas, LA rabbi Steve Leder shares why local places of worship prioritize security training.

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As some families are preparing to travel and gather for the holidays next week, they should be especially careful as the Omicron variant is expected to overtake the Delta variant, says…

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California is losing its leadership position in the effort to mitigate climate change, and politics and other disasters may be to blame, according to a state lawmaker.

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Panelists discuss how inflation is affecting consumers and lawmakers, and former congresswoman Jane Harman looks at voting rights and how to prevent Russia from invading Ukraine.

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