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A growing number of cities and states are leasing their highways to private companies. Some say such public-private ventures are the best way to raise money without hiking taxes. But others say the nation's infrastructure shouldn't be in private hands. Join Kojo for a look at the emerging debate.
Robert Poole, Director of Transportation Studies, Reason Foundation
Dusty Smith, Reporter, Leesburg Today
Frank Wolf, Member, U.S. House of Representatives (R- Virginia, 10th District)
Dan Schulman, Reporter, Mother Jones magazine
For decades, they were arch-enemies representing Protestant and Catholic factions in Northern Ireland. Yet this week, Ian Paisley and Gerry Adams held face-to-face meetings and agreed to work together in governing. We talk with an original architect of Northern Ireland's peace process about prospects for democracy and stability.
George J. Mitchell, Chair, Northern Ireland peace negotiations (1996-1998); Former U.S. Senator (D-MA) (1980- 1995)
Kim Murphy, London Bureau Chief for the Los Angeles Times
He's been called "the hardest working man in indie rock". For two decades, Ted Leo has criss-crossed America playing anthems that meld punk, R&B, ska and pop. He joins Kojo for an in-studio performance and discusses his do-it-yourself ethos towards music.
Ted Leo, Singer / Songwriter, Ted Leo and the Pharmacists
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