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When Togo's longtime ruler died last month, the military installed his son as heir to the presidency. But sanctions from west African neighbors have since forced an open, democratic presidential election. We look at the political ramifications of this move.
George Ayittey, Economist in Residence at American University; President of the Free Africa Foundation, and author of "Africa Unchained: The Blueprint for Africa’s Future"
One in 4,000 babies are born with both male and female traits. A look at what scientists are learning about the relationship between hormones, anatomy and gender identity.
Dana Beyer, MD, Medical Consultant to The DES Sons International Network
Deborah Rudacille, author, "The Riddle of Gender: Science, Activism, and Transgender Rights" (Pub: Pantheon)
Fed up by winter weather, or fired up by the Supreme Court's ruling on juvenile executions? Call in and tell Kojo all about it, in a session of Open Phones.