NPR Programs: Day to DayWhether you're running errands, working or eating lunch, Day to Day keeps you up-to-date with major news stories and piques your interest with intriguing features.Emotional Wounds Linger For Anthrax Survivor- September 16, 2008 Almost seven years after being exposed to anthrax, postal worker Patrick O'Donnell says he's a different man. He now finds himself quick to anger. He says the things that keep him calm are golfing, antidepressants and his dog, Otis.http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=94681346&ft=1&f=17 Why The Economy Might Benefit McCain- September 16, 2008 When asked which party can best handle the economy, voters give Democrats a twenty point advantage over Republicans. Consequently, the timing of the Wall Street collapse would seem to boost Democratic candidate Barack Obama's popularity. Not so, according to Slate.com chief political correspondent John Dickerson.http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=94667081&ft=1&f=17 Did Greed Cause Markets To Tumble- September 16, 2008 After the huge drop in the U.S. market Monday, markets in Europe and Asia tumbled as well. A former analyst for Merrill Lynch breaks down what he sees as a culture of greed on Wall Street. Then, Slate.com's Jim Ledbetter discusses why he thinks the government should have bailed out Lehman Brothers.http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=94667073&ft=1&f=17 Thinking Of Raiding Your 401K- September 16, 2008 Thinking of raiding your 401k to pay this month's bills Our personal finance contributor examines the pros and cons of taking money out of one's retirement account to cover living costs.http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=94667078&ft=1&f=17 Can AIG Raise $74B In One Day- September 16, 2008 Wall Street is closely watching global insurance giant AIG for signs of collapse. The firm's shares have tumbled this week and it will need to raise nearly $75 billion Tuesday to avert bankruptcy.http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=94667084&ft=1&f=17 |