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Law enforcement officials have long considered the I-95 corridor a major artery for gun traffickers. Now, New York City is trying to stem that flow by filing suit against gun dealers from five states, including Virginia. A look at the case and its possible local impact.
Timothy D. Lytton, Professor of Law, Albany Law School; Editor, "Suing the Gun Industry: A Battle at the Crossroads of Gun Control and Mass Torts" (Michigan University Press 2005)
David M. Kennedy, Director, Center for Crime Prevention and Control, John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Michael Bouchard, Assistant Director for Field Operations, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives
Critics are crying foul following a Supreme Court decision that they say will chip away at protections for government whistleblowers. Others say this week's ruling gives employers more power to reprimand belligerent employees. Join Kojo for a look at the case and its potential impact on whistleblowers.
Tom Devine, Legal Director, Government Accountability Project
David Rivkin, Former Justice Department Offical in the Reagan and Bush Senior administrations; and partner with Baker and Hostetler LLP
With thermometers threatening triple digits, it's time to cool off with beaches, barbecue and a good bottle of vino. From chilled "blush" wines to the perfect pairing for your secret rib recipe, Kojo gets hints on the best wines for summer.
Michael Franz, Editor, Wine Review Online
Doug Rosen, Owner, Arrowine Wine Shop, Arlington, Virginia
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