 RFL Profiles: George Martin's 9/11 Journey
Five million steps; 27 pairs of sneakers; 413 pairs of socks. That's what it took for former New York Giants great George Martin to walk coast to coast for a great cause. In his "Journey for 9/11," Martin helped raise millions of dollars for firemen, police and other first responders. (7/4/08)
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RFL Profiles: Merlin's Miracles
Marine Sgt. Merlin German suffered burns over 97% of his body in a roadside bombing in Iraq. Doctor's didn't expect German to make it, but he did - for 3 more years - earning him the nickname "Miracle Marine." Before he died a month ago while recovering from his most recent operation, German laid out a vision of helping children suffering from burns. (7/4/08)
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RFL Profiles: McKenna Family Pays if Forward
There are few things more difficult to hear than the story of a fallen soldier; a soldier's friend telling you about his buddy, the tears streaming down the face of a devastated mother. When the funeral is over and the families are left to their own private grief, we rarely hear from them again. But some of these families, like that of fallen Iraq soldier John McKenna, are carrying on the mission of their children, to help others and to make this country a better place. (7/4/08)
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RFL Profiles: Rev. Forrest Church
The story of the Rev. Forrest Church of the All Soul's Church in Manhattan is a profile in courage. Not just for his lifelong work helping those less fortunate, but for his perseverance in the face of a fatal illness. (7/4/08)
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RFL Profiles: Terry Tomasino, Volunteer
Throughout 67 year-old Terry Tomasino's journey through life, she has walked beside and held the hands of many people on some difficult roads: a foster child's attempt at a fresh start; a poor persons prayers during their dying days; a prisoners path to rehabilitation. From the imprisoned to the dying to the abandoned, this volunteer has dedicated her life to helping others. (7/4/08)
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An Expensive 4th of July
There are a lot of ways to celebrate our nation's independence this holiday weekend, but these days getting to and from all the fun activities can cost a pretty penny, not to mention the rising costs of food for backyard barbecues, and even fireworks. (7/3/08)
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Campaign '08: McCain Shakeup & the Public Pulse
A seismic shakeup brings three new names to prominent positions in the McCain campaign, and all three are longtime veterans of the White House and Bush's own campaign staff. So while McCain argues that he's not running for Bush's third term, it certainly looks like he's running Bush's third campaign. (7/3/08)
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Middle Class Squeeze: Unemployment Numbers Out
It's no surprise why the economy is the number one issue among voters. Employers have now cut jobs for six months in a row. 62,000 jobs were lost in this country in June; 438,000 jobs lost so far this year. (7/3/08)
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RFL Justice: Legalizing Medical Marijuana
For the second straight year, a bill legalizing the use of medicinal marijuana passed through the New York State Assembly, but once again, it appears the bill will have trouble passing through the Republican controlled State Senate. Interview with Assemb. Richard Gottfried (D-Manhattan). (7/3/08)
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Remembering Vets on July 4th
Fireworks, food and fun may be the first thing that comes to mind when many Americans think of the fourth of July, but Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America says it's important not to forget the true meaning of Independence Day. (7/3/08)
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