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 new youth curfew sparks heated protest from some teens. Is the city taking a get-tough approach to crime — or becoming a nanny state? Plus, we look at the latest plan to nurse the District to better health. Join us for our weekly review of the politics, policies, and personalities of the District of Columbia.
Guests
- Jonetta Rose Barras WAMU resident political analyst and columnist for "The Examiner"
- Roneka Jenkins High school student at Thurgood Marshall Academy; and Youth Organizer at Facilitating Leadership in Youth (FLY)
- James Pearlstein Director of Youth Leadership, Facilitating Leadership in Youth (FLY)
- Tonya Vidal Kinlow Vice-President for Government Relations, District of Columbia Hospital Association
- Carolyn Graham Vice President, D.C. Board of Education; Candidate, President, Board of Education
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