Monday, Aug. 11, 2008

The IAF

The Israeli air force – the best in the Middle East – has to prepare for anything, says one of its officers, because if Israel loses just one war, it will cease to exist. Bob Simon reports.  

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Insanity On Death Row

The U.S. Constitution prohibits the execution of insane persons, but Gregory Thompson, whose lawyers say is mentally ill, may yet be put to death in a bizarre case that has been going on for over 20 years. Lara Logan reports. 

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The Icahn Lift

Carl Icahn's reputation for pumping up the value of companies has led to a phrase that describes that Midas touch: the "Icahn lift." Lesley Stahl profiles the billionaire investor. 

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Plus, share a few minutes with Andy Rooney.

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