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The House of Representatives recently expanded the scope of existing hate-crime legislation to include sexual orientation. Proponents see this as a vital expansion of federal protections. But skeptics argue that such "feel good" legislation could have troubling implications. Join Kojo for a look at the merits of hate crimes legislation.
Rep. Tammy Baldwin, Member, U.S. House of Representatives (D-WI)
Christopher Anders, Legislative counsel, American Civil Liberties Union
Mark Potok, Director, Intelligence Project and Editor of "Intelligence Report," Southern Poverty Law Center
Timothy Lynch, Director, Project on Criminal Justice, CATO Institute
There are no short cuts or 'one-size-fits-all' answers to reform a school district. Everyone agrees on the goal, but not on how to get there. Hear about a new documentary that explores pockets of educational success around our country, and what it would take to bring that reform into every classroom.
Hedrick Smith, Executive Producer and Correspondent, "Making Schools Work"
He's responsible for educating 270,000 students in 20 states. And he says the first place to start is by paying teachers and principals more. Businessman Chris Whittle, the founder of Edison Schools talks about applying business principles to education and rethinking the way public schools are run in America.
Chris Whittle, Founder and CEO, Edison Schools; and author of "Crash Course: Imagining A Better Future for Public Education" (Riverhead)
Donald Hense, Chairman of Board, Friendship Public Charter School
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