NPR: 2 Swift-Boat-Related Stories

Two swift-boat-related stories from NPR this morning:

Attack Ads Take Toll on Kerry in Polls
Ads accusing Sen. John Kerry of lying about his Vietnam War record -- an accusation that is unproved -- appear to be eroding Kerry's standing in polls of independent voters and veterans. Veterans supporting Kerry's version of events came forward over the weekend. Hear NPR's Juan Williams.

Controversy Over Kerry's War Record Continues
Sen. John Kerry has had little choice but to respond to ads attacking his Vietnam War record, but by doing so, he's helped keep the allegations in the news, says NPR News Analyst Cokie Roberts. She speaks with NPR's Steve Inskeep.