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Say the word "ex-offender," and most people immediately think of men. But women are coming in contact with the judicial system in ever-larger numbers, and face unique challenges in getting their lives back on track. We'll look at programs available to women and assess strategies for breaking the cycle of crime, drugs and prison.
Susan Galbraith, Founder and President of Our Place, D.C.
Arlethia Summers, Ex-offender and client of the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency
Tom Williams, Associate Director, Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency
It was supposed to be Nigeria's first smooth transition from elected civilian leaders. But this month's election for president was marred by reports of violence and ballot stuffing. We explore implications of disputed elections in Africa's most populous nation.
Chris Hennemeyer, Director of Programs for Africa, IFES
More than eight million tons of sludge -- the muddied, dry substance left behind after sewage is treated -- is produced in the U.S. each year. No one knows exactly how harmful sludge may be, but some activists say it's toxic. We examine how sludge is treated and regulated.
Robert Hale, Professor of Marine Science in the Department of Environmental and Aquatic Animal Health at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, College of William and Mary.
Laura Orlando, Resource Institute for Low Entropy Systems (RILES)
Chris Peot, Manager of Biosolids, Blue Plains Advanced Waste Water Treatment Plant, DC Water and Sewer Authority
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