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Republican Governors are challenging the benefits won by public-sector unions, but a poll out today suggests a possible backlash. What would that mean for Governors like New Jersey's Chris Christie, who's made national headlines by vilifying teachers' unions. Also, rebels appear to hold off pro-Gadhafi forces near Tripoli. On Reporter's Notebook, the Wall Street meltdown…and the Oscars. 

Moammar Gadhafi continues his holdout in Libya, as upheaval continues in the Middle East. Will Iran be affected by the rage for freedom or has it gained new influence in the region, without doing a thing? Also, President Obama meets with state governors.

Throughout the Middle East and North Africa, countries with young populations and high unemployment are seeing massive unrest. What does it mean when young men can't even afford to get married? We hear about the demand for immediate change and the potential consequences of frustrated expectations. Also, Gadhafi vows fight to the death as revolt moves to Tripoli. On Reporter's Notebook, the Governors versus the President.

Republican governors in several states continue their face-off with organized public workers.  Is it just about their budgets?  What's the role of partisan politics?  How do Americans feel about the value of unions? Also, the opposition closes in on the Libyan capital, and General Motors turns a profit.

The case of CIA spy Raymond Davis raises a host of issues, including: competition between US and Pakistani intelligence agencies; Congressional frustration with foreign aid; and Pakistan’s buildup of its nuclear arsenal.

Estimates of the numbers dead in Libya are reaching into the hundreds: protesters killed by soldiers and by mercenaries from other countries.

In Wisconsin, the dispute continues between a new Republican Governor and public workers. Will it spread to other states? Is it part of a national campaign to prevent government employees from forming unions? Also, Libya's government opens fire on civilians. On Reporter's Notebook, once deposed by his people, where can a dictator go?

The IBM computer Watson wasn't perfect on Jeopardy this week, but it was good enough to defeat two champion human beings. What's new and different about Watson? Can artificial intelligence really cope with complex reality? Also, crackdowns continue on anti-government protesters in the Middle East. On Reporter's Notebook, the Governor of Wisconsin, public employees and President Obama.

Republicans have promised to cut 100 billion dollars out of this year’s spending. But, despite Tea-Party fervor, that’s easier said than done.

Since people power ousted Mubarak of Egypt, protesters have taken to the streets in Bahrain, Yemen, Algeria, Jordan, Libya and Iran.