Show rundown for 9/23/2003

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September 23, 2003

Robin Young

Bush Addresses United Nations

President Bush addresses the United Nations today, calling for more international assistance in rebuilding Iraq. Bush also resisted demands by French President Jacques Chirac that control of Iraq be transferred immediately to the Iraqi people.

Iraq Governing Council Calls for Control

Ahmed Chalabi says Iraqis should be given partial control of the finance and security ministries.

Annan Suggests U.N. Reform

U.N. Secretary General Kofi Annan will today propose reforms that would make the body more responsive to terrorism.

Long Term Impact of ID Theft

A new study says that the long term impact of identity theft is a lot more costly than first thought. For instance, victims spend an average of 600 hours recovering from the crime. And the business community loses about $92,000 per name in fraudulent charges.

European Reaction to Chirac Opposition

President Jacques Chirac of France is addressing the U.N. today and is expected to stress his opposition to U.S. policies in Iraq.

Iran Agent Charged in Kazemi Death

An Iranian court charges an intelligence agent with the murder of photojournalist Zahra Kazemi.

CA Recall Reinstated

A federal court reinstated today the California recall election for October 7.

Michelle Shocked

Singer Michelle Shocked joins Here and Now in the studio.

This program aired on September 23, 2003.