Maryland legislators are in the midst of an intense debate over how to protect victims of domestic violence. But despite increased attention in Annapolis, many see a troubling indifference to the issue both locally and nationally. Kojo talks with lawmakers and advocates, and explores why there's still intense disagreement about how to educate the public -- and prevent domestic abuse.
http://thekojonnamdishow.org/shows/2009-03-30/confronting-domestic-violence-local-and-national-perspectives
Confronting Domestic Violence: Local and National Perspectives
Listen Monday, Mar. 30, 2009 at 12:06 p.m. in Health, Law, Politics, SocietyGuests
Sue Hecht
Member, Maryland House of Delegates (D-District 3A, Frederick County)
Donna Edwards
Member, U.S. House of Representatives (D-MD, 4th Congressional District)
Stephen Glaude
President and CEO, Men Can Stop Rape
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