E-mail a friendJuly 6, 2004
Secretary of State Colin Powell talks about his successful battle with prostate cancer. Author and columnist Arianna Huffington discusses the addition of Sen. John Edwards to the Democratic presidential ticket.
Gen. Colin Powell
Gen. Colin Powell
A retired Army general and former Secretary of State, Colin Powell not only served his country in a 35-year military career, but also in public service in five administrations. When he became President Reagan's assistant for National Security Affairs, he was the first African American to serve in that position, as he's been in every office held since, including chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. In '05, Powell joined a venture capital firm. He also serves on the board of the Council on Foreign Relations.
Arianna Huffington
Arianna Huffington
Named one of Washington's most influential commentators by Newsweek, Arianna Huffington started her political life as the darling of the right. She now describes herself as a progressive populist. She does political commentary and has written numerous books, including the new release, The Huffington Post Complete Guide to Blogging. She's also co-founder and editor in chief of the news and opinion Website, The Huffington Post, and co-host of Left, Right & Center, a public radio political roundtable program.