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    America's Balancing Act in Asia

    After creating high expectations three years ago, President Obama is finally getting around to the so-called "pivot to Asia." Troubles with Congress, the Middle East and Ukraine have distracted attention from the region that's key to the future of the global economy.

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    After creating high expectations three years ago, President Obama is finally getting around to the so-called "pivot to Asia." Troubles with Congress, the Middle East and Ukraine have distracted attention from the region that's key to the future of the global economy. In the meantime, Japan, South Korea, the Philippines and other US allies are worried about the power of China, a country the US can't afford to antagonize. On this week's trip to four Asian countries, can the President clear up confusion about his military intentions and the prospect of a major trade agreement?

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Andrea Brody

      Senior Producer, KCRW's Life Examined and To the Point podcast

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      Reporter, Fill-in Host

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      Evan George

      Director of Content, News

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      Michael Green

      Center for Strategic and International Studies / Georgetown University

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      Sudeep Reddy

      Wall Street Journal

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      Public Citizen

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    The full episode

    2 of 3
    As Obama Re-Pivots Toward Asia, What Challenges Lie Ahead?
    1. 0:00DOJ Outlines New Clemency Plan for Non-violent Prison Inmates
    2. 8:20America's Balancing Act in AsiaYou’re reading this
    3. 41:40Should Digital Networks Pay Us for Our Info?
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