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Guns, Inauguration Day, and the GOP Retreat

President Obama unveiled his gun-control package this week - will it lower gun violence? Also, the GOP ponders the debt limit as Obama drafts his second inaugural address.

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By Matt Miller • Jan 18, 2013 • 30m Listen

President Obama outlined his plan for lowering gun violence. Will it have a measurable effect on shootings? Or is it a first step in changing the terms of debate? Meantime, the GOP is holding a retreat to rethink its political message. First up, make a short-term deal on the debt limit. Finally, Obama officially begins his second term on Monday - what's his legacy so far? And what does he need to do to ensure success in the next four years?

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    Matt Miller

    Co-host, 'Left, Right & Center'

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    Robert Scheer

    Host, 'Scheer Intelligence'

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