The Politics Hour: September 13, 2019
D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine on construction companies' labor violations, school residency fraud and more. Plus, Bo Shuff from D.C. Vote on grassroot efforts for D.C. statehood.
Capitol City Brewing Co. in Washington, D.C.
The next frontier in the battle against sexual harassment and sexual assault? Bars. Two local organizations are collaborating to train bar staff –and bystanders–to spot a problem and intervene appropriately. We explore how alcohol adds to the challenge, and how all of us can learn to see the signs and do something.
Guests
- Jessica Raven Executive Director, Collective Action for Safe Spaces
- Lauren Taylor Founder and Director, Defend Yourself
- Angie Fetherston CEO, Drink Company
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