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Once again it is Friday. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? Is there anything that really made your blood boil? The news is more than the mainstream headlines. Don't let the media choose all the topics. What is your take on the news?

Naomi Wolf compared the Bush administration's actions to those of notorious dictators like Hitler in her book "The End of America." Her new book, "Give Me Liberty," is a handbook for ordinary citizens. She hopes it will help stop erosions of democracy in this country. Recently in the Huffington Post, Wolf argued that Sarah Palin is an Evita–like puppet; a Trojan Horse smuggling the same failed policies of Bush and Rove into the White House. Does she think we are too late to save democracy in this country? Plus, Cliff Mass joins us with a weekend weather forecast.

The financial system as we know it is failing. Some experts are saying it's the death of 1980s free market capitalism. Certainly it seems true that we are stuck between eras. The old order – the Reagan–age policies built on the premise that the market can do no wrong and the government no right – is dying. What comes next?

In this current crisis, trust has been bled from the system. Trust in government, trust in financial institutions and trust that people will do what they promise. Both our political and economic systems are built on trust. How will trust be rebuilt? Who do you trust to get us through this moment? How will a lack of trust change your vote or the way you are investing?

A conversation on the week's news in Canada from our Canadian correspondent, Vaughn Palmer, political correspondent for the Vancouver Sun. Then, the Washington State Commissioner of Public Lands manages about 5 million acres of state land as head of the state Department of Natural Resources. The position is also responsible for the regulation of timber harvesting, wildfire management and the enforcement of numerous environmental regulations. State lands raise millions of dollars each year to fund the construction of public schools, colleges, universities and other government institutions.

To preface his collection of essays, journalist Robert Fisk writes, "Iraq, I suspect, will come to define the world we live in, even for those of us who have never been within a thousand miles of its borders." Why? What will that definition be? How has the war permanently changed our understanding of the world? Robert Fisk has lived in the Middle East for three decades; covering eleven wars. He brings us his insider view of the tumultuous region.

Today we'll take a look at yesterday's vote on the $700 billion bailout with analysts and lawmakers. Then, on to gardening: It's a good time of year to plant bulbs. Today we'll explore types of bulbs, planting techniques and pest avoidance. Call in with your questions at 1.800.289.KUOW or email Weekday.

Today's teens grew up after 9/11, in a world that feels full of disasters. Now it's our time to step up, or sit out. We're deciding to join the military. We're learning how to campaign. Teens tell our stories in our words, all this hour — a special presentation on Weekday. "Our Time: Teens and Politics" is a special presentation from KUOW Public Radio and the Public Radio Exchange. Listen and learn more at http://kuow.org/specials/ourtime.php. .

Picture yourself trying to cook dinner. You have a little of this and a little of that. You'd like to be a creative cook, but what flavors work well together? Does mint work with fish? Does coriander taste good on beets? Can ginger be used in desserts? Today, the authors of the new cookbook "The Flavor Bible," join us to offer answers. Maybe we'll add cinnamon to your chicken or cloves to your cabbage. Call in with your base ingredients or your questions about flavor combinations.

Congress struggled with the proposed $700 billion bailout plan last week. The cost per taxpayer – about $2500. William Greider, political journalist and National Affairs Correspondent for The Nation, says Paulson's proposal is a "historic swindle." Why? Greider writes that tax payers "are the naked investors in this drama, asked to put up many billions to rescue Wall Street firms with nothing more than a vague promise it will save the Republic." Today we look at the financial turmoil with Greider. Share your questions and concerns with us at Weekday or call during the program at 1.800.289.KUOW.

Once again it is Friday. Time to talk over the week's news. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? What makes your blood really boil? What's your take on the news?

Among the ballot measures Washington voters face this year is Initiative 985. It's called the Reduce Traffic Congestion intitiative, and it's the latest from Tim Eyman. It would shift about $129 million a year from the State's general funds that go for schools and prisons and put it into congestion relief. It would require the state to fully fund traffic synchronization equipment and it would open carpool lanes to general traffic during non–peak hours. Supporters say it would help solve congestion in the region without raising taxes. Detractors say it simply wouldn't work. Also, in our ongoing

The Bush administration's $700 billion bailout plan is under scrutiny this week. The details of the plan are still unclear. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson and Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke underwent five hours of questioning before the Senate Banking Committee on Tuesday. Bernanke told lawmakers the bailout is "all about the taxpayers." Many Democrats are pushing for greater homeowner assistance and limits on executive pay for government–aided firms. We'll talk to several economic experts to get a better handle on the issues.

In an age when newspapers are failing and large corporations run news networks as a side arm to other operations, what's the future of in–depth, investigative journalism? Do the incentives for such journalism no longer exist? Is citizen journalism the future of news? Today award winning journalist, Dan Rather joins us to discuss the future of news reporting. We'll also reflect on Iraq war coverage and the current election.

Asif Ali Zardari, the widower of Benazir Bhutto, was recently elected president of Pakistan. Does that change the country's relationship with the U.S? Since September 11, 2001, Pakistan has been an ally in the war on terror, receiving over $10 billion in aid from the US. On the other hand, Pakistan could be a home base for Osama bin–Laden and the Taliban. Will our alliance with Pakistan continue or will our involvement further upset the balance of the region? Pakistani writer, journalist and filmmaker Tariq Ali joins us.

Local and Organic are the buzzwords in farming these days. But many local, organic farms are fairly small – less than 10 acres. Most of Washington's agriculture is still large scale commodity farming. Washington is the nation's leading apple producer, making up for over 90% of all apples exported from the U.S. Who are these farmers, and what are their issues? Where does their food go, and what is the future of their fields?We'll also ask different experts their opinions about the Great Economic Shakedown of 2008 and the proposed bailout plan.

Designing a garden isn't easy. Where should you begin? What native plants add texture and color? Today we'll answer your garden design questions. We'll also suggest ways to naturally care for your lawn and garden. Join us by calling 1.800.289.KUOW during the show or email Weekday.

We all need water to survive, but it's a limited resource. Despite dams, reservoirs, aquifers and wells, there's still a huge demand for residential, industrial, recreational, and agricultural uses, not to mention the fish. In Washington, over ninety percent of the water taken from the Columbia River is used for agriculture. Is that too much? Not enough? How should the limited water resources of our state be allocated?

Bombings, shootings and beheadings were daily events for Dexter Filkins. In his book "The Forever War," the New York Times correspondent looks back on his years covering the fighting in Afghanistan and Iraq. Filkins observes the war from all sides: meeting with insurgents, mourning with families, and enduring gunfire with troops in Fallujah. Today, we take a look at the war from the inside.

Where is liberalism rooted? What shapes the political Left? Is it time for a new vision and new influences? Has the Left lost its original ideals? Journalist and philosopher Bernard–Henri Levy studies totalitarianisms of the past and brings us his analysis. In what areas are liberals noble? In what areas are they lying to themselves?

Once again it is Friday. What stories caught your attention? What hasn't been covered enough? Is there anything that really made your blood boil? The news is more than the mainstream headlines. Don't let the media choose all the topics. What is your take on the news?

What would happen if America wasn't at war with Iraq – but with itself? Author Paul Auster explores a modern day Civil War in his latest novel, "Man in the Dark." Race riots, war, assassination attempts... What do you imagine a 2008 civil war would look like? Where would lines be drawn? Who would fight with whom? 800.289.KUOW or email Weekday.

Bus ridership is way up in King and Snohomish County. Many buses are overcrowded. What would improve the system? King County Executive Ron Sims would like to increase fares. He also suggests wrapping buses with advertising again; a program that was stopped due to passenger complaints. With so many riders, why is Metro struggling financially? Meanwhile, the King County budget shortfall has risen to $90 million. Executive Sims joins us to address these issues and more on the next Weekday. Questions? Call 206.543.KUOW or email Weekday.

Lehman has failed, Merrill Lynch is now the property of Bank of America, and the government has come to the rescue of AIG. Could Washington Mutual be next? Do the problems at AIG affect Boeing? Washington State has so far been somewhat insulated from the mortage crisis, but how will the current collapse on Wall Street affect us? The great financial shakeout of 2008, that's our topic this hour on Weekday.