May 23, 2013 (Morning Edition) — On Wednesday, Lois Lerner, the IRS official overseeing the tax-exempt organizations office, refused to testify during a hearing on Capitol Hill, and was attacked by some Republicans on the House committee. Her brief appearance was the beginning of a five-hour session marked by angry outbursts and allegations of political motives.
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IRS Official's Silence Riles House Committee Members
by Peter Overby
May 23, 2013 (Morning Edition) — On Wednesday, Lois Lerner, the IRS official overseeing the tax-exempt organizations office, refused to testify during a hearing on Capitol Hill, and was attacked by some Republicans on the House committee. Her brief appearance was the beginning of a five-hour session marked by angry outbursts and allegations of political motives.Missing some content? Check the source: NPR
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Director Lin Shifts The Identity Of 'Fast & Furious'
May 23, 2013 (Morning Edition) — The sixth installment of the Fast & Furious movie franchise opens Friday. David Greene talks with director Justin Lin, about the new film. Lin, an Asian American, was bothered by how Asian characters were portrayed in the franchise.Missing some content? Check the source: NPR
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Okla. Officials Toss Around Storm Shelter Issue After Twister
by Wade Goodwyn
May 23, 2013 (Morning Edition) — In Moore, Okla, officials are figuring out how to rebuild after Monday's deadly tornado. They are concerned about everything from threats to public health to hiring contractors to haul a big chunk of their town away. The schools in Moore that took direct hits from the tornado had no storm shelters.Missing some content? Check the source: NPR
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Obama Speech Expected To Touch On Drones, Guantanamo
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Cannes Film Festival Keeps Kenneth Turan Coming Back
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