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A Symbolic Breakthrough in Northern Ireland

Listen Thursday, Mar. 29, 2007 at 1:06 p.m. in Conflict, Politics

For decades, they were arch-enemies representing Protestant and Catholic factions in Northern Ireland. Yet this week, Ian Paisley and Gerry Adams held face-to-face meetings and agreed to work together in governing. We talk with an original architect of Northern Ireland's peace process about prospects for democracy and stability.

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Guests

George J. Mitchell

Chair, Northern Ireland peace negotiations (1996-1998); Former U.S. Senator (D-MA) (1980- 1995)

Kim Murphy

London Bureau Chief for the Los Angeles Times

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