Amarica's Constitution - Pillorying the Post

Jeff Bezos emasculated the Washington Post; now he has virtually killed it.  Why?  And what does this mean for the nation?  What is the importance of major newspapers to the American constitutional system?  We bring you the great Ruth Marcus, former deputy editorial page editor, long-time columnist, with over 40 years at the Post, to offer an in-depth, insider perspective on this shocking set of events.  CLE credit is available for lawyers and judges from podcast.njsba.com.

It Could Happen Here - War Tourism in the Siege of Sarajevo

James is joined by Mick and Georgio to discuss the Sarajevo Safari documentary and establish context for the investigations of people who travelled to Sarajevo to kill people during the siege of the city.

Sources:
https://www.icty.org/x/cases/dragomir_milosevic/trans/en/070222ED.htm?utm_source=copilot.com

https://sarajevotimes.com/prosecution-in-milan-opens-case-against-giuseppe-vegnaduzzo-first-suspect-in-sarajevo-safari-investigation/

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PBS News Hour - World - News Wrap: U.S. says progress made in indirect talks on Iran’s nuclear program

In our news wrap Tuesday, Geneva hosted rounds of high-level talks aimed at ending Russia's war in Ukraine and limiting Iran's nuclear program, repair work is underway to fix a sewer line on the Potomac River as a political battle is raging over a sewage spill and a judge ordered the Trump administration to restore a slavery-related exhibit at George Washington's former home in Philadelphia. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Marketplace All-in-One - Why would the Fed loosen mortgage regulations?

After the 2008 housing market crash, new rules required banks hold capital reserves proportional to the home loans they issued. In response, banks issued fewer mortgages and non-banks filled in the gap. Easing those rules — which the Fed is considering — could make it a bit easier for Americans to get a mortgage. Also in this episode: Vaccine research and development suffers under federal funding cuts, home builders give industry sentiment updates, and physical media sees a comeback.


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PBS News Hour - World - Ukrainians face brutal cold without heat after Russian attacks on energy grid

Russia launched nearly 400 drones and 29 missiles at Ukraine overnight. During the war that will enter its fifth year next week, Russia has repeatedly targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leaving millions there without heat or electricity for weeks at a time. Producer and videographer Amanda Bailly and Nick Schifrin report on the residents of Kyiv facing record-setting cold while under fire. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

PBS News Hour - Art Beat - Namwali Serpell celebrates Toni Morrison’s literary genius in ‘On Morrison’

In her new book, award-winning novelist Namwali Serpell takes on Toni Morrison, one of the towering figures in American literature. Serpell guides readers through Morrison's extraordinary body of work, offering close readings that illuminate the depth of Morrison's imagination, innovation and craft. Geoff Bennett sat down with Serpell to discuss "On Morrison." PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

The Source - Does DEI make America great?

The current right-wing view is that DEI is bad for America. It’s been banned from Texas and national public policy. Diversity, equity and inclusion make up an idea to promote the fair treatment and full participation of all people, particularly those from underrepresented or marginalized groups. So what does the evidence tell us about DEI? And how has it helped business, education, justice and democracy?array(3) { [0]=> string(38) "https://www.tpr.org/podcast/the-source" [1]=> string(0) "" [2]=> string(1) "0" }