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The Right to Bear Arms

A recent federal appeals court ruling that invalidated a Washington, D.C. ban on gun ownership raises important issues over the meaning of the Second Amendment. Throughout history, legal theorists have split on whether the Second Amendment protects the rights of individuals to own guns or only the right to establish armed militias. But now some liberals are unexpectedly supporting the view that individuals have a constitutional right to own and use guns, and that gun control laws may be unconsti...

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[ Tue, 19 Jun 2007 02:02:47 EDT ]

The Women's Equality Amendment

"Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex." This simple addition to the Constitution then known as the Equal Rights Amendment was never adopted despite passage by Congress in 1971 and ratification by 35 state legislatures--three short of the 38 necessary for its adoption. Each term since the ERA's defeat, members of Congress have reintroduced the measure, this year renamed the Women's Equality Amendment. Tune in to th...

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[ Mon, 28 May 2007 20:40:40 EDT ]

Is Crystal Meth the New Crack?

Crystal methamphetamine has been getting a lot of media and political attention in the last few years. In March 2006 President Bush signed the Combat Meth Act, which requires cold medicines containing pseudoephedrine be put behind the pharmacy counter because they can be turned into meth. States are using creative tools like building meth prisons. Others are waging shock-and-awe prevention campaigns. But is meth a national epidemic or a regional problem? Join us on this edition of Justice Talkin...

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[ Mon, 04 Jun 2007 22:54:59 EDT ]

Drinking and Driving

At the urging of victims' rights groups, state legislatures have enacted laws that impose new consequences for those convicted of drunk driving, from increased jail time to special markers on license plates or publication of convictions on the Web. Other states are considering laws that would require all first-time offenders to install breathalyzers in their cars. Tune in to this edition of Justice Talking as we look at drunk-driving laws. Do these measures reduce accidents and save lives or do ...

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[ Tue, 12 Jun 2007 00:38:59 EDT ]

Presidential Primaries

Iowa and New Hampshire are losing their lock on being the first states in the nation to decide the major party candidates for president. California, Oregon and Montana have moved their primaries to February 5th and other states are hoping to either join these states on that date or weigh in with their votes earlier in the process. What effect will early primaries have on the 2008 presidential race? Will well-funded candidates who can afford to campaign on television in many states at one time ha...

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[ Tue, 15 May 2007 02:31:05 EDT ]

No Child Left Behind

Congressional reauthorization of the No Child Left Behind law in 2007 raises a number of questions about whether this controversial federal law has improved education or unfairly tagged poor urban schools as failures. Does vigorous testing make teachers more accountable and ensure adoption of good curricula or has "teaching to the test" replaced reliable programs that encourage critical thinking? Has limited funding for education coupled with new requirements only exacerbated the difficulties te...

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[ Mon, 07 May 2007 23:59:22 EDT ]

Going Into Debt

Skyrocketing medical bills, housing prices and college tuition, along with stagnant incomes, are causing more Americans to go into debt. And they are staying in debt longer. On this edition of Justice Talking, we'll look at how credit cards became big business, the legality of lending practices, and restrictions on student loans. We'll also examine the increasing popularity of payday loans and get some tips about how to get out of debt. KEYWORDS: debt, credit, lending, predatory lending, high-i...

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[ Tue, 10 Apr 2007 01:17:33 EDT ]

Should Dying Patients Have A Right To Use Experimental Drugs?

Should patients who are seriously ill or dying have the legal right to try drugs that haven't yet been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration? Last December the FDA proposed new guidelines that would allow access to experimental treatments on a case-by-case basis. But some health care professionals fear that access to drugs that are not yet proven safe is dangerous, unethical and disastrous for the drug approval process. Tune in to this edition of Justice Talking as we ask who should ...

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[ Tue, 17 Apr 2007 03:28:34 EDT ]

Casino Gambling:

Casino gambling has undergone a boom in recent years as cash-strapped states and Native American tribes have opened casinos and entertainment complexes across the nation. In this edition of Justice Talking, we'll take a look at who is profiting from these developments. Will casino gambling raise the state revenues that have been promised? How will gambling affect local neighborhoods and gamblers? Tune in this week as we look at whether casinos are a win or loss for communities. KEYWORDS: Casino ...

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[ Tue, 06 Mar 2007 11:22:28 EST ]

Trash Management and Recycling

With the nation's landfills reaching capacity, state and local governments are adopting new strategies to deal with solid and hazardous waste, from stepped-up recycling programs to exporting trash to foreign countries. Join us on this edition of Justice Talking as we take a fresh look at trash management and recycling programs and ask whether governments are cleaning up the problem or if their efforts are just one big waste. KEYWORDS: trash, refuse, waste disposal, landfills, recycling, where do...

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[ Tue, 20 Feb 2007 06:00:39 EST ]

Family Farms and Agricultural Subsidies

Over the next decade, Congress is likely to set international trade and environmental policies that dramatically affect the U.S. agricultural industry and is poised to authorize at least $171 billion in farm subsidies. But many questions arise about who gets these governmental bailouts--the small family farmer or large agribusinesses run by Fortune 500 companies. Should taxpayers be subsidizing farming at all or should world markets control food production? Join us on this edition of Justice ...

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[ Mon, 12 Feb 2007 19:36:50 EST ]

Protecting People and Their Pets

A recent court order sentencing a cat to house arrest after it mauled at least six neighbors raises questions about how the law tries to safeguard public safety and mediate disputes when pets get out of control. Should communities ban pit bulls or venomous snakes? How about pet sheep, pigs and poultry? Can government force pet owners to use dog runs or keep their animals on leashes? Join us for this edition of Justice Talking as we look at pets and the law and ask whether new laws are needed...

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[ Mon, 15 Jan 2007 23:17:23 EST ]

Organized Crime in the 21st Century

Most Americans may think of the Godfather or Tony Soprano when asked about organized crime. But in the last 20 years, organized crime has become a truly international phenomenon. Through corruption, blackmail and intimidation, they are evading national and international law enforcement. On this edition of Justice Talking, we will take a look at organized crime and examine whether the current law enforcement tools have kept pace with the 21st century mob. KEYWORDS: mafia, organized crime, th...

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[ Mon, 01 Jan 2007 19:39:22 EST ]

The Power of One: Are Singles Getting a Fair Shake?

With policymakers focusing on ways to promote marriage and encourage couples to stay together, including tax breaks, special programs and resources, and stricter divorce laws, some are asking whether government is slighting the 95 million unmarried employees, taxpayers, consumers and voters who represent nearly half of American households. Tune in to this edition of Justice Talking as we focus on the rights of singles in a world obsessed with marriage. Should saying "I do" give you privileges...

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[ Mon, 25 Dec 2006 18:09:32 EST ]

"O, Christmas Tree": Religion in the Public Square

With every holiday season, communities across the nation pull out their holiday decorations: trees, cr?ches, Christmas lights and Hanukah menorahs. Christmas concerts, parades and plays are scheduled at schools and at community centers, some with local clergy leading "non-denominational" prayers. Join us on this edition of Justice Talking as we talk about freedom of religion and the wall of separation between church and state. How far can government go to limit holiday celebrations? KEYWORD...

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[ Tue, 19 Dec 2006 14:37:35 EST ]

Presidential Signing Statements

Presidents have long used signing statements to add their views on legislation they dislike but won't veto. President Nixon used them to point out excessive expenditures in spending bills. President Carter used them to make sure that Congress did not encroach on executive duties established by the Constitution. But President George W. Bush has used them more frequently than any other president, over 700 times since taking office. Join us on this edition of Justice Talking when we look at the...

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[ Mon, 04 Dec 2006 22:26:33 EST ]

Collecting DNA from the Accused

In recent years over half the states have passed laws that require convicted felons and some convicted of misdemeanors to give DNA samples to law enforcement authorities. As a result, even those convicted of petty crimes such as shoplifting or loitering must give samples just as murderers and arsonists do. But now New York State wants to require all criminals to give DNA samples and other states, such as Kansas and California, want to go even further by sampling people who are arrested, but not...

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[ Mon, 27 Nov 2006 20:25:04 EST ]

Wind Power

The high price of gasoline and the international furor over global warming have pushed policymakers to look at alternative sources of energy that can reduce costs and alleviate U.S. dependence on foreign oil. Residents of Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket have been polarized by proposals for wind farms in the waters around the Massachusetts coast. A proposal to place 130 wind turbines in Nantucket Sound has the support of some business leaders and environmentalists, but others worry that...

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[ Mon, 07 Aug 2006 16:28:12 EDT ]

Identity Theft

At least 7 million Americans are victims of identity theft each year. Criminals are stealing Social Security cards and driver's licenses, sending fake emails and "dumpster diving" to gain access to private information. It can happen to anyone and it can take years to repair your credit history after someone wreaks havoc on your credit. Join us on this edition of Justice Talking as we identify solutions for identity theft and ask whether Congress, state legislators and private businesses are do...

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[ Tue, 27 Jun 2006 18:03:01 EDT ]

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