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Roundup

January 5, 2006

Sharon's Bold History in Israeli Politics [4min]

The massive stroke threatening the life of Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon comes as his country prepares for an election. Steve Inskeep talks to Israeli writer David Grossman, who describes Sharon's controversial and influential history in Israeli politics.

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