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Ben-Veniste Reflects on Sept. 11 Investigation

By Brian Naylor

Published July 24, 2004 at 12:00 AM EDT

As Americans pore over the findings of the Sept. 11 commission -- the report has become a best-seller -- members of the bipartisan panel say they were able to reach a solid consensus on recommendations to fight terrorism. Commission member Richard Ben-Veniste speaks with NPR's Brian Naylor.

Brian Naylor

NPR News' Brian Naylor is a correspondent on the Washington Desk. In this role, he covers politics and federal agencies.

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