The Bush Jr Years (2001- 2004)
The 9/11 attacks, the war on terror and invasion of Iraq defined George W Bush’s first term. A fascinating social, cultural and political look at American life from Alistair Cooke
The Magic of the Internet?
Alistair Cooke debates whether the internet is the miracle cure for the US economy.
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First and Foremost Bureaucrats
Reports of pollution in the North Sea remind Alistair Cooke of a childhood fishing trip.
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Grandiose Inaugurations we Have Known
After George Bush’s inauguration, Alistair Cooke recalls Andrew Jackson’s rowdy induction.
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A Precautionary Bit of Advice
Alistair Cooke compares the colourful characters of past US presidents.
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How am I doing?
Working 9 to 5? Alistair Cooke investigates the quirky work habits of past US presidents.
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Famous and Good Intermediate Clowns
Alistair Cooke considers George W Bush's push to decentralise government.
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From Shirtsleeves to Shirt Sleeves in Three Generations
Alistair Cooke reflects on the rise and fall of wealth through three generations.
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The Scandal of Pardons and White House Furniture
Clinton's White House departure inspires Alistair Cooke to explore past presidents' exits.
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A Villain of American History
Alistair Cooke is shocked by the results of a recent poll to name the greatest presidents.
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The Vice Presidency and a Precaution Against Death
Alistair Cooke considers the role of vice-presidents through history.
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Sounding the Alarm to Farmers
Alistair Cooke reflects on the foot and mouth epidemic affecting Britain.
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Bush Leads from the Right
Alistair Cooke considers the first two months of George W. Bush in the White House.
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The Entire Civilised World is Shocked Beyond Civilised Expression
Alistair Cooke reflects on President Bush's decision not to support the Kyoto Treaty.
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A Hero's Welcome: John McCain is Back!
Alistair Cooke considers Senator John McCain's campaign funding reform bill.
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Déjà Vu All Over Again
Alistair Cooke reflects on the crash landing of an American spy plane on a Chinese island.
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Trilbies are Fashionable Again!
With a new trilby at the ready, Alistair Cooke considers the problem of CO2 emissions.
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The Media Just Love Anniversaries - However Grim
On the anniversary of the Columbine massacre, Alistair Cooke examines the media reporting.
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The Supreme Court
Alistair Cooke reflects on the Supreme Court and the way in which it makes its decisions.
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A Universal Shout
Alistair Cooke considers the anti-American sentiments being shouted from around the globe.
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California Dreaming
Alistair Cooke considers arguments surrounding the power failure crisis in California.
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The City that Waits
Alistair Cooke examines how power supply issues in San Francisco now eclipse earthquakes.
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Life's a Gamble!
Alistair Cooke reflects on the political centrism occuring in both the US and the UK.
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Prescription for a Pessimist
After a break from the news, Alistair Cooke reflects on how knowledge affects the psyche.
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Diplomacy and Public Relations
Alistair Cooke considers President Bush's European policy blueprints.
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