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If the Iran Accord Goes Through, What Happens Next?
The Iran nuclear deal is closer than ever to becoming reality with opponents in trouble — not just in the Senate, but also in Congress. But, even if the "Resolution of Disapproval" fails in both houses, disagreement over the deal itself may continue — into the first term of the next President.
By Warren Olney • • 52m ListenThe Iran nuclear deal is closer than ever to becoming reality with opponents in trouble — not just in the Senate, but also in Congress. But, even if the "Resolution of Disapproval" fails in both houses, disagreement over the deal itself may continue — into the first term of the next President.
Also, Seattle teachers strike on first day of school. On today’s Talking Point, Queen Elizabeth is now the longest reigning monarch in British history.
Photo: Secretary Kerry, joined by Senator Durbin and Energy Secretary Moniz, addresses reporters on the Iran nuclear deal on September 9, 2015. (US State Department)
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3 storiesSeattle Teachers Strike on First Day of School
The first day of school didn't happen today in Seattle, the largest district in Washington State with some 53,000 students. Last night, the teachers union voted to go on strike , setting off what could be a bruising battle. Kyle Stoke reports for KPLU , public radio in Seattle.
Read the story7 minThe Deal May Be Done, but the Grandstanding Continues
Efforts to stop the Iran nuclear deal appear to have failed in the Senate, and leaders of Congress have postponed action on the "Resolution of Disapproval." But the opposition won't go away, and today's debate is a measure of how difficult future diplomacy will be for President Obama and his successor.
Read the story34 minLong Live the Queen
Queen Elizabeth II has now spent 63 years, 7 months on the throne — surpassing her great-great grandmother, Queen Victoria, as Britain's longest-serving monarch. Her reign started when Winston Churchill was British Prime Minister and Harry Truman was President of the United States.
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