Thirty years ago today, President Ronald Reagan signed the Economic Recovery Tax Act, the first major tax cut during his presidency. Guest host David Greene talks with Reagan historian Douglas Brinkley about the act's legacy and how it still affects American discourse on taxation.
Syrian president Bashar Assad continues violent repression of anti--government demonstrators. Guest host David Greene speaks with NPR's Kelly McEvers about the situation in Syria.
Guest host David Greene talks to former New York Yankees player Bobby Richardson about the 50th anniversary of the Maris/Mantle chase to beat Babe Ruth's home run record.
Texas Gov. Rick Perry has been quietly laying the groundwork for a run for the Republican presidential nomination. Last weekend, he headlined a prayer event in Houston that drew tens of thousands of worshippers. Saturday in Charleston, S.C., Perry announced that he is entering the race. Guest host David Greene talks with Julie Rose of member station WFAE.
