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Iran’s leading cleric–the nation’s “Supreme Leader”–speaks out on last week’s election, rejecting claims of fraud and calling on protesters to end their demonstrations; The USS John McCain prepares to intercept a North Korean ship; and Aung San Suu Kyi marks her 64th birthday behind bars as her supporters around the globe condemn Myanmar’s military government’s treatment of the pro-Democracy leader. Other highlights on today’s PM programs include:
Marketplace: The Senate has passed a bill that would give car owners vouchers for trading gas guzzling vehicles for cars with high fuel efficiency. Mitchell Hartman looks at who the “cash for clunkers” legislation will benefit, and who it hurts.
All Things Considered: House Democrats put forward their plan for overhauling health care, and they are showing a surprisingly unified front. Julie Rovner has the story.
The World: Swedish scientists have come up with a use for radioactive carbon in the atmosphere. The carbon, a remnant of nuclear testing half a century ago, can help determine the age of unidentified bodies.
