Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
The fall out over the placement of the new homeland security department. And why the adult education and literacy budget will be cut after the mayor vowed to raise D.C.’s dismal literacy rate. It’s the D.C. Politics Hour, our weekly foray into the people and events of the District.
Guests
- Jonetta Rose Barras WAMU resident political analyst and columnist for "The Examiner"
- Derrill Holly Reporter, Associated Press
- Eleanor Holmes Norton Delegate, U.S. House of Representatives (D-DC)
- Ted Carter Former President and Chief Executive Officer, National Capital Revitalization Corporation
- K. Brisbane Former Adult Education Director, D.C. State Education Agency
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