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It's a debate that's been simmering for decades in D.C. -- how should the city serve students looking for a community college education? For years, the University of the District of Columbia has served both two- and four-year students. But a new report recommends that the city rethink that approach. We look at the findings and discuss how a stand-alone community college would affect the District's economy.
Martha Ross, Senior Research Manager, Greater Washington Research at the Brookings Institution
Vincent Gray, D.C. City Council Chairman
Stan Jackson, Acting President, University of the District of Columbia
When Montgomery County bought a 1.3 acre property in the community of Hillmead, its goal was to demolish the existing house and create a community park. Now community activists are mobilizing against a new proposal to renovate the structure and provide housing for a homeless family. We look at the two proposals, and how one local community is dealing with the competing priorities of greenspace and affordable housing.
George Leventhal, Chairman, Health & Human Services Committee, Montgomery County Council (D-At Large)
Roger Berliner, Montgomery County Councilmember (D-District 1)
It was a primary season of highs and lows, with identity politics front and center. After a year of controversies and verbal missteps, both Republicans and Democrats have their presidential candidates. Howard Ross joins us to look for hints of whether our conversations about race, gender and generational divides have reinforced or transcended old cultural battle-lines.
Howard Ross, Diversity consultant; Principal, Cook Ross
A major test for the Bush administration's military tribunals. Presidential elections in the U.S. and Zimbabwe. Or your tips for beating the onslaught of summer heat. It's your turn to set the agenda.
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