Thom Hartmann talks with Neil Howe, best-selling co-author (with William Strauss) of "The Fourth Turning." The Fourth Turning maps out the place of generations in history.

Thom Hartmann talks with Neil Howe, best-selling co-author (with William Strauss) of "The Fourth Turning." The Fourth Turning maps out the place of generations in history.

Alleged Tucson shooter Jared Lee Loughner could face the death penalty if convicted, but is this still an ethical punishment in the 21st century. Thom discusses this with actor Mike Farrell and author Ken Klukowski. Then, Thom talks with one of the heroes of the Tucson shooting, Patricia Maish, about her firsthand account of the tragedy. Finally, is it time to re-examine the tone of American talk radio and television through the fairness doctrine? Thom discusses this with Seton Motley and UCLA Professor Mark Sawyer.

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Dr. Mark Sawyer, UCLA and Seton Motely, with Less Goverment, have a rumble about the Fairness Doctrine and balance on the airwaves.

Is Tucson is reigniting the gun control debate on Capitol Hill. Thom talks with Curtis Sliwa, CEO of the Guardian Angels.

The Arizona suspect could face death penalty. Is it the right punishment? Plus Illinois governor declines to say if he will sign bill abolishing death penalty, plans to study it. Thom discussed the issue with actor and anti-death penalty activist Mike Farrell and attorney Ken Klukowski with ACRU.

The US stuck in a dangerous cycle of violent rhetoric, corruption and inequality. Thom Hartmann analyses causes of America's problems and explains what has to be done to break this cycle and end the violence.

The infamous words of Congressman Joe Wilson -- "You Lie" -- will now be immortalized on assault rifles by the gun manufacturer -- the Palmetto State Armory.

Thom explains the bigger picture message in Sarah Palin's video from the Cave

Today Sarah Palin released a video response to the shooting tragedy in Tucson, but Thom talks about why the video really kicked off her 2012 presidential campaign. Then, Thom talks with Jared Ball and Arun Gupta about whether or not we have a cultural addiction to violence. Also, Thom discusses a proposal to ban high capacity ammunition with Robyn Thomas and Chad Ramsey. Finally, on the one year anniversary of the devastating Haiti earthquake, Thom talks to Melinda Miles about the recovery efforts and sits down with Mark Weisbrot about what lies ahead for the island nation.

The shooting massacre in Tucson has spurred calls to re-examine gun control laws in the US Thom talks with Wayne Allyn Root and Josh Horwitz about whether or not tougher laws are really needed. Then, could the Tea Party and its heated rhetoric be to blame for the incident in Tucson and other recent threats against members of Congress? Thom discusses this with George Landrith and Seton Motley. Also, Thom discusses with Igor Volsky and Jamie Weinstein about whether or not the alleged gunman Jared Loughner would have committed the act if he had had access to mental healthcare services and how some states are preparing for a potential repeal of Obamacare. Finally, Thom gives a Daily Take about why the right may not be the victims of government that they claim to be.

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Connecticut claims Public could save State up to $355 million in 2014. Thom discusses the Public Option with Jamie Weinstein, the deputy editor of DailyCaller.com

Chip Berlet with Political Research Association joins Thom to talk about Right Wing Populism in America.