General Colin Powell

Letter from America by Alistair Cooke

General Colin Powell's electoral appeal, the apathy towards Republican candidates and a shift in political reporting are discussed by Alistair Cooke.

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Fri 10 Nov 199521:00

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Fri 10 Nov 199521:00
BBC Radio 4

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