Thursday, May 24, 2007

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Holds, Legislative Maneuvers and the Senate

Thursday, May 24, 2007 at 12:06 p.m.
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One bill would recognize the legacy of a local environmental pioneer. The other authorized the District's school take-over plan. Both were held up in the U.S. Senate through the use of "senatorial holds". Kojo explores the unique power...

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Supreme Court & Special Education

Thursday, May 24, 2007 at 12:36 p.m.
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This week, the US Supreme Court granted all parents the right to advocate for their children's special education needs without the assistance of a lawyer. We look at what the case means for students, parents and school districts, both...

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Deconstructing the Summer Blockbuster

Thursday, May 24, 2007 at 1:06 p.m.
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It's an annual event that makes moviegoers salivate: the release of the big summer blockbuster. But what gives a blockbuster staying power once it's no longer on the big screen? We'll look at memorable flicks of years past and assess...

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