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Other segments from the episode on January 30, 1991
The Gulf War's Impact on Palestine
Terry talks with Dr. Saeb Erakat, a university professor, about life in the occupied territories during the Gulf War. Moshe Fogel from the Israeli Defense Department responds to his concerns.
Yo-Yo Ma on Performing During Wartime
Cellist Yo-Yo Ma talks about how the Gulf War has affected him as an individual and as a musician.
Bill Griffith on the Responsibility of Cartoonists
Comic strip artist Bill Griffith talks about the impact of the war on his daily strip, Zippy. Griffith is surprised that other comics like Beetle Bailey haven't also addressed the conflict.
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