Current news events and political issues were examined through reviews of the morning newspapers; interviews with journalists, newsmakers and legislators; and viewer telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. In the first segment, Ms. Lowy talked about the morning headlines including economic issues. Mr. Schiff talked by telephone about campaign finance rules. Senator Roth talked by remote connection about the finance committee and the gasoline tax. In the newspaper roundtable, Mr. Cooper and Mr. Halper talked about current issues including international politics and the upcoming elections. Ms. Lopez talked by telephone about her first vote and political views. In the next segment, Mr. Ehrenhalt talked about the growth of small-town economies. In the final segment, Ms. Hsu and Mr. Liederman talked about adoption and race.