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Npr: House Panel Would Limit Women in Combat
In May 2005, "a sub-committee of the House Armed Services Committe adopted an amendment" that would limit women's role in combat. Learn what Army leaders, veterans, supporters, and opponents have to say about this in an "All Things...
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Npr: Women Soldiers and the Wounds of War
How has the Iraq war--and the role of women in it--affected the family members at home? Explore women in the military today with this "Weekend Edition Saturday" report from May 2005.
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Npr: Women and War
Female soldiers who have returned from Iraq share their experiences at war. From "Talk of the Nation," March 2005.
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Npr: Wounded in War the Women Serving in Iraq
This "All Things Considered" report has statistics on women on the battlefields (today and in past wars) and how women are affected by involvement in war.
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Npr: A First Person View on Saving Affirmative Action
In reaction to the Michigan ban on affirmative action, commentator Lestor Spence reflects on how affirmative action has affected him and how this ban may be a disservice to those who voted for it.
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Npr: 'Newsweek' Story Examines Affirmative Action
Will getting rid of affirmative action "result in a better, more perfect union?" This report from "News & Notes" explores this question.
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Npr: Letters of Anne Frank's Father Uncovered
NPR reports on the finding of a groups of letters from Otto Frank in which he tries desperately to save his family from the impending Nazi doom.
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Npr: Nyu Immigration Game Draws Protests
Learn about a controversial game conducted by NYU's Republican Club, and how people at the university, who were both in favor and against the game, reacted. From "Morning Edition," February, 2007.
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Npr: Raids Target Cleaning, Maintenance Workers
Check out this February 22, 2007, report on the federal government's "raid on a company that contracts cleaning and grounds maintenance services." Learn what resulted from it and the surrounding controversy. From "All Things Considered."
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Npr: n.c. County Sets Sights on 'Deportation Hub'
Listen to a report on a controversial federal program through which a North Carolina county is permitted to deport illegal immigrants with criminal records. Learn how Alamance County is using the money given to it by the government.
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Npr: Activists Seek Halt to Worker Deportation
Learn about a controversial "crackdown" on illegal immigrants and the advocates who are seeking to stop the deportation of immigrant workers. From "Morning Edition," February 15, 2007.
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Npr: Bank Defends Credit Cards for Illegal Immigrants
Should illegal immigrants be able to get credit cards? The Bank of America's "pilot program" that offers illegal immigrants credit cards is being tested in Los Angeles. Learn about it in this "All Things Considered" report.
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Npr: Should u.s. Businesses Market to Illegal Immigrants?
Should credit cards be offered to illegal immigrants? "Talk of the Nation" guests, Miriam Jordan and Bob Justich, discuss the Bank of America's controversial credit card program.
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Npr: Colorado Finds Anti Immigration Law Costly
Colorado passed immigration laws that, according to heads of state agencies, are costing more money than they save. Listen to "Day to Day" to learn more.
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Npr: County Tries, and Fails, to Find the Costs of Illegals
Do illegal immigrants cost U.S. taxpayers? Efforts have been made to see if immigrants are costing American citizens or if immigrants are contributing to the economy. Learn more in this "All Things Considered" report.
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Npr: Arrested Immigrants' Families Struggle in Iowa
Undocumented workers in Iowa were arrested in December, 2006. Concerned parish priest, Father Jim Miller, "describes how he aided the workers' families who didn't know the details of their loved ones whereabouts."
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Npr: Rallies Across Country Protest Immigration Policies
Over Labor Day weekend (2006), immigrant-rights activists rallied for legal status of undocumented workers. Learn more in this "All Things Considered" report, and check out a link to more on "The Immigration Debate."
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Npr: College Admissions Game: Opting Out of College for a Blue Collar Life
Why would a school counselor tell students to say "no" to college? Read and listen to a "Weekend Edition Sunday" report that explores the "blue-collar option," the "risks of bypassing college," and how college is a "costly mistake for...
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Npr: College Admissions Game: Community College Only Path to Higher Ed for Many
Community colleges enroll over 45 percent of all U.S. college students. What makes community colleges so appealing to many? Read or listen to this "Day to Day" report and find the answer. Also included are links to information on college...
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Npr: Educators React to No Child Left Behind
Listen to Joel Packer, "director of education policy and practice with the National Education Association," discuss how educators have reacted to proposed changes to No Child Left Behind. From "News & Notes," (January, 2007).
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Npr: Students Discuss Music Downloading
The Recording Industry Association of America is attempting to stop music file sharing. Listen to two students react to the RIAA's "deals" with students who are swapping songs illegally.
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Npr: Iraq War's Effects Seen, Felt in High School's Halls
Shoemaker High School in Killeen, Texas, has strong ties to the Iraq war. This "All Things Considered" report explores those ties and how the Iraq conflict has deeply affected the school community.
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Npr: Report Recommends Changes to 'No Child' Act
In 2007, there are plans to make changes to the No Child Left Behind Act, and, as expected, there are debates surrounding this and the related budget changes. Listen to a "News & Notes" report on this and the reactions of the...
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Npr: Lebanon Standoff Highlights' Refugees Plight
A June 2007 interview with Palestinian's living in Lebanese refugee camps highlighting the poor living conditions endured by the Palestinian refugees making up almost 10% of Lebanon's population. Audio also available.