Monday May 19, 2008
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Week of May 19, 2008
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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.
David Winstead, Commissioner, Public Buildings Service, U.S. General Services Administration
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.
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)
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.
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