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Rachel Maddow notes that at John Brennan's confirmation hearing to head the CIA, Republicans asked him questions about leaks and releasing too much information and Democrats focusing on the CIA being more forthcoming with information.

The Union of Concerned Scientists says using less oil is practical, achievable, and benefits us all. Yet one powerful group is intent on blocking progress. Who’s standing in the way? See for yourself. For more information about how we can cut U.S. oil consumption in half in 20 years, go here.

Benh Zeitlin's BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD whisks you to a surreal realm, where little girls and mythical animals coexist in a bayou called The Bathtub, all intertwined in the cosmic mesh of the universe. Hushpuppy (stunning newcomer Quvenzhane Wallis) relentlessly explores her world for answers, to satisfy her curiosity, and to make her budding mark on a world she's only beginning to comprehend.  PG-13, 1 hr. 31 min. Directed by Benh Zeitlin. Written by Lucy Alibar, Benh Zeitlin. Now in limited release. For show times and other information, go here and here.

MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell shares the testimony of the ER doctor who treated the victims of the Newtown massacre.

Gun advocates worry that President Obama is only masquerading as a gun rights sympathizer in order to subvert the Second Amendment and abolish liberty.

Kids dressed up like grownups who, unfortunately, are acting like misbehaving children. Written by Marc Black and performed along with a hundred folks from Woodstock, NY.

The Yes Men Are Revolting is a funny, action-packed adventure. With the environment on the brink of collapse, we ask a pressing question: at a time when corporate forces have bought and sold democracy, how can we effect real change? Our answer: get every viewer involved in the struggle.

Get money out of politics. Visit Move to Amend. By Dennis Trainor, Jr. 5:19.

Jordan Peele tells Conan about meeting President Obama. Sept 25, 2012. 3:53

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