EA Soundcheck: Scott Lucas on Ted Kennedy

I spoke this morning with the BBC World Service's World Update about the life and politics of Ted Kennedy, focusing on his Senate career and push for social legislation, the health care debate in the US, and the pressure of living up to a Kennedy legacy. The interview begins at the 47:25 mark.

The Afghanistan Election: Scott Lucas on Al Jazeera English (12 August)

I have been unable to write as much on Afghanistan recently as I would like to, especially with the Presidential election scheduled for 20 August. So it was a pleasure yesterday to exchange views on Al Jazeera English's Inside Story with the Independent Member of Parliament, Daoud Sultanzoy. Despite some technical problems, we were able to consider the election, wider political issues inside Afghanistan, the possibility of disruption of the vote, and the plans of other key players such as the US Government.

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