The Subway to the Sea; Is Obama Moving to the Center?; Reforming Conservatism
The Subway to the Sea
Larry and guests talk about the proposed "Subway to the Sea" extension of the MTA's Purple line, which would run through L.A.'s Westside. Still up for debate are whether MTA will get the desired increase in sales tax to fund the project, and the route MTA would choose to run the line. For more information go to Metro Westside, or go to the Facebook group at "Metro Westside Extension."
Is Obama Moving to the Center?
Some progressive Obama supporters feel that he is moving toward the center and away from left-wing positions on foreign policy, domestic spying and corporate tax law. Is Obama changing his positions to gain more votes, or are we just getting to know him better? Larry Mantle talks with Wall Street Journal reporter Susan Davis and takes listener calls.
Reforming Conservatism
In his new book, "Grand New Party," Atlantic Monthly senior editor Ross Douthat examines recent political trends and argues that it's time for Conservatives to move beyond the Reagan legacy and the mind-set of the current Republican power structure. Larry talks with Douthat about what he considers the failures of the conservative revolution and his blueprint for building the next Republican majority.