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Thursday January 5, 2006

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12:06Congo Update

It's one of Africa's largest and most strategically important countries. But the Democratic Republic of the Congo has been in crisis mode for years, and warfare has claimed nearly four million lives since the mid-1990s. Join Kojo for an update on what's at stake for the Congolese nation.

Guests

Jason Stearns, Senior Analyst for Central Africa, International Crisis Group

12:32DC Libraries

Done right, a public library can be the heart of any community. As the District struggles to renovate four closed branches and bookmobiles travel the city, we get an update on the DC Public Library's modernization plans and more.

Guests

John Hill, President, DC Public Library Board of Trustees; and Chief Executive Officer, Federal City Council

13:06Election Reform 2006

Recent technological and administrative developments are transforming how the ballot booth will look in November's elections. But while new voting machines promise increased access- particularly for voters with disabilities- many have raised red flags. Join Kojo for a look at the promises and controversies of new voting technologies.

Guests

Michael McDonald, Visiting Fellow, Brookings Institution; Assistant Professor, George Mason University

Doug Chapin, Director, Electionline.org

Paul S. DeGregorio, Chairman (R), U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC); former Director of Elections, St. Louis County, Missouri

Jim Dickson, Vice President, Governmental Affairs, American Association of People with Disabilities

Linda Schade, Executive Director, TrueVote MD

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