Archive for October, 2008
Who Put Lipstick on That Pig?
Other Expressions about pigs, sows and hogs Transcript of radio broadcast:
Now, the VOA Special English program, WORDS AND THEIR STORIES.
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Americans often use expressions about animals.
In two thousand eight, the main candidates for president each used this expression: “You can put lipstick on a pig, but it is still a pig.” This means that it [...]
With US Elections Near, ‘Joe the Plumber’ Enters Political Pipeline
Ohio man becomes an example used by McCain to attack Obama on his tax plan and spreading wealth around. Transcript of radio broadcast:
This is IN THE NEWS in VOA Special English.
Wednesday’s presidential debate was the third and last between Democrat Barack Obama and Republican John McCain. But on Thursday they both attended a yearly political [...]
Is Time Running Out for the National Debt Clock in New York City?
A question from China about the United States Navy and Marine Corps. And music by Eric Benet. Transcript of radio broadcast:
HOST:
Welcome to AMERICAN MOSAIC in VOA Special English.
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I’m Doug Johnson. This week:
We listen to a new album from singer songwriter Eric Benet …
Answer a listener question about the difference between the United States Navy [...]
