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Monday May 19, 2008

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Week of May 19, 2008

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12:06Our Region's Federal Buildings

Guest host: Marc Fisher

It might seem easy to equate "federal building" with "big blocky and impersonal" or "drab concrete tower." But one federal agency is trying to make new buildings both good neighbors and energy efficient. We look at the evolution of federal building in our region and beyond.

Guests

David Winstead, Commissioner, Public Buildings Service, U.S. General Services Administration

12:26Beyond (Straight & Gay) Marriage

Guest host: Marc Fisher

Last week, the California Supreme Court ruled that gay couples can legally wed. Yet some pro-gay rights activists say the emphasis on allowing gay 'marriage' is misplaced. Kojo finds out how the law views families, and what impact California's decision may have in local communities.

Guests

Nancy Polikoff, Professor, American University's Washington College of Law; and author of "Beyond (Straight and Gay) Marriage: Valuing All Families under the Law" (Beacon Books)

13:06The Changing Face of International Adoption

Guest host: Marc Fisher

Recently, a growing number of countries have tightened control on the adoption of native children by American parents. And concerns about corruption led several nations to halt requests for U.S. adoptions altogether. Join Kojo as we discuss how restrictions on overseas adoptions are affecting Americans families.

Guests

Michele Bond, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Overseas Citizens Services

Thomas DiFilipo, President and Chief Executive Officer; Joint Council on International Children's Services

Linh Song, Executive Director; Ethica

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