What was the biggest story of 2009? President Barack Obama’s first year in office? The economy? Speaking of which, will America lose its place as the global economic leader? Take a look back at 2009 with “Left, Right & Center” regulars Robert Scheer, Tony Blankley and Matt Miller and see what gets their votes for the most newsworthy and notable stories of the year on this week’s special LRC Christmas show. –KA

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