Sam brings the news on Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2012

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On today’s show, Sam finally has a chance to catch up on some stories.  Tune in!  Use this post as today’s thread.  Click thru for links and updates

Sam digs in to the anti-woman, pro elite class philosophy of Libertarians; examines the criticism of the “expanding” social safety net; brings news from Occupy movements across the country; talks about marijuana’s increasing role as tax revenue provider and more.  Your calls and IMs.

Reject the XL Pipeline

Marshall Curry on MR: If A Tree Falls

Occupy Links:  Occupy Nashville Saves Home of 78 Year Old Civil Rights Activist, Occupy the SEC, Occupy Atlanta Occupies AT&T 

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