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in the New Hampshire primary to conservative commentator Pat Buchanan raises concerns about his candidacy. Supporters say the loss should serve as a wake-up call to the Republican party.

Commentator Samuel Francis says Buchanan represents a new and better model of conservatism. The old one stood for internationalism and big government; the new one is nationalistic, religious and stresses the virtues of small government, and that's good.

holy month of Ramadan. Religious events on the Christian and Jewish calendars are observed routinely on Capitol Hill, but this was a first for Islamic Americans. They hope to educate political leaders and the public about the teachings of Islam and try and get rid of stereotypes.

Zapatista Indian rebels have agreed to sign their first peace accord with the Mexican Government. It's one of six agreements that need to be negotiated to end the Zapatista rebellion, which began two years ago in the state of Chiapas. David Welna reports from Mexico City on the terms of the accord and why this breakthrough is happening now.

The Commerce Department released figures today showing a sharp drop in industrial production during January. Jim Zarroli reports the government data is just one more sign that the economy has slowed considerably over the past year. But some economists say the picture may not be as bad as today's numbers suggest.

Dr. John Caronna, a professor of clinical neurology, tells Noah that the story of Gary Dockery's waking up from a 7-year coma is not entirely accurate. Medically, Dockery has maintained consciousness, but severe brain damage from a gunshot wound limited his response to stimuli. Caronna says something energized him, increasing his ability to communicate. But it's unclear if he will continue to improve or not.

Commentator Elissa Ely tells about the gentleman bandits who break parking meters on busy streets to give everyone free parking. She revels in the sense of liesure and freedom that this illegal act has afforded her, but comes to realize that these bandits can also strike when one is least prepared.

Robert and Noah review the latest batch of listeners' comments.

Noah talks with NPR's Martha Raddatz who was today briefed by United States intelligence officials about the continuing concern over bringing indicted war criminals to justice.

NPR's Michael Goldfarb reports from London on attempts to refloat an oil tanker that ran aground off the coast of Wales. The tanker Sea Empress has spilled as estimated 19 million gallons of oil. The oil is in a 12-mile long slick that is drifting out to sea.