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Firing Line

News & Public Affairs

Firing Line

News & Public Affairs

Join author, activist and commentator Margaret Hoover for a public affairs talk show that delivers a civil and engaging contest of ideas among the brightest minds and voices from across the ideological spectrum.
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Season 2021 Episode 523
The Oslo Freedom Forum
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Bob Menendez
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Bob Menendez
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Fiona Hill
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Fiona Hill
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John Lithgow
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John Lithgow
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The Oslo Freedom Forum
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Season 2021 Episode 515
The Oslo Freedom Forum
Firing Line interviews three dissidents: Hatice Cengiz, Jewher Ilham, and Leopoldo Lopez.
Frank McCourt
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Mohamed El-Erian
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Mohamed El-Erian
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George Will
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George Will
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