TRNS Investigates: Human Terrain Teams

TRNS Reporter Monique Cala investigates the increasing presence of social scientists in areas around the globe impacted by unstable conditions. Cala engages military and diplomatic experts as a means of enlighting listeners about the newest ways in which the U.S. Department of Defense is attempting to bridge cultural gaps around the world. (5:31)
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Al-Qaida Failed To Prevent Iraqis From Voting, Says General Petraeus

During an address in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, Commander of the U.S. Central Command General David Petraeus says that al-Qaida did all that it could do to try and keep Iraqi citizens from going to the polls on Election Day, but did not succeed. Over 60 percent of eligible Iraqi voters filled out ballots, he said. (0:22)
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Attacks On Americans In Iraq Have Decreased Drastically, Says Top Commander

During an address in Washington, D.C., head of U.S. Central Command Gen. David Petraeus says the number of daily attacks on Americans in Iraq has gone down from 220 attacks a day, to nowadays between 15 or 16 attacks per day. Petraeus says this gradual decrease has occurred over the past several months. (0:20)
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New York Democrat: Expecting Banks To Give Small Business Loans Not 'Sound Policy'

Rep. Nydia Velazquez, (D-N.Y.) said Friday that giving $30 billion to banks to make small business loans is not sound policy. (0:17)
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Democrat Gordon: NASA Failed In Key Budget Communication Efforts

Rep. Bart Gordon (D-Tenn.) says the employees of NASA did not know what their budget entailed the weekend before the release of the Proposed FY2011 Budget. Also, Gordon says NASA took too long to deliver budget justification documents. (0:23)
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Sebelius: "We know Insurnace Companies Are Not Suffering"

Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius notes that health insurance providers have made huge profits while the American people feel the effects of a recession.

"We know insurance companies are not suffering," said Sebelius. (0:20)
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DNC Chairman Kaine: Republicans Opposed Stimulus Then Used It For Political Gain

Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chairman Tim Kaine talks about the Recovery Act 'Hypocrisy Hall of Fame.' He says that the 'Hall of Fame' consists of Republicans who publicly opposed the stimulus plan, but then used it to strengthen their image in their home districts. (0:24)
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DNC Chairman Kaine: Stimulus Saved The American Economy

In a conference call with reporters on Tuesday, Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chairman Tim Kaine says the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act has saved the American economy. (0:14)
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DNC Chairman Kaine: Job Loss Has Decreased Thanks To Recovery Act

Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chairman Tim Kaine discusses benefits of the Recovery Act, saying that the number of jobs lost per month as decreased since President Barack Obama took office last year. (0:22)
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DNC Chairman Kaine: Republicans Use One Hand To Oppose Recovery Act And Other To Ask For Funds

Democratic National Committee Chairman Tim Kaine chides Republicans who opposed passing the Recovery Act for later seeking funds for their districts and states. (0:25)
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Albuquerque Studios Could Benefit From Comcast-NBC Merger

Talk Radio News Service's Monique Cala looks at the merger of NBC Universal and Comcast. To some, the merger would create a monopoly. Others, such as Albuquerque Studios in New Mexico, believe it would increase production. (1:26)
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Reid: Small Businesses Should 'Do Their Thing' To Create Jobs

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says small businesses should be allowed to "do their thing" in order to create more jobs. (0:19)
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Sen Schumer: We Heard The Message Of Massachusetts

In reference to losing a Democratic seat to Massachusetts Republican Scott Brown, Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) said that Democrats have “heard the message of Massachusetts.”

“The message wasn’t ‘don’t do health care.’ More than half the people polled said they liked health care and we should do it,” said Schumer. Instead, Schumer said, the message was to “focus immediately on jobs, the economy, helping the middle class.” (0:22)
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Durbin Challenges Republicans To 'Bring Your Best Ideas Forward' On Job Creation

Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) urges Republicans to cooperate with the majority party on jobs legislation .(0:23)
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Democrat Connolly Criticizes 'Irresponsible Republicans'

Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) blasts Republicans for voting against raising the nation's debt ceiling, saying those who vote 'no' are often times the reason why the nation is in such debt. (0:46)
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Democrat Larson Salutes First Lady For Going To Bat For Military Families

Rep. John Larson (D-Conn.) gives 'kudos' to First Lady Michelle Obama on her fight for families of those serving in our Armed Services. Larson says that the real struggle is what those in our military do everyday. (0:30)
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Udall: 'You Don't Have To Be Straight To Shoot Straight'

Sen. Udall (D-NM) says that he hopes the 45 day evaluation of the effects of the repeal of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' will lead to the repeal of the controversial measure that has banned gays from serving openly in the military.(0:41)
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Admiral Mullen Says 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Is An Attack On The Integrity Of Service Members, United States

Admiral Mullen says that in his own personal opinion the policy that does not allow openly gay men and women to serve in the military is an attack on their personal integrity, as well as the integrity of the United States. (0:23)
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Gates: It Is A Matter Of 'How' To Repeal 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell,' Not If

Defense Secretary Robert Gates says that the repeal of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' is in process. He says that its a matter of 'how' to repeal the band, not 'if.' (0:20)
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Sen. McCain Presents 1,000 Signatures In Support Of 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'

Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) presents 1,000 signatures from former military officers opposed to lifting 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' to the Senate Armed Services Committee. (0:35)
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