Bay Area Freeway Falls; National Day Of Action For Immigrant Rights; Mutt Mandate Progresses In California Assembly; The Rise Of The Nuclear Poor; Once Upon A Country
Bay Area Freeway Falls
The elevated section of freeway that carries cars from the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge collapsed early Sunday after a gasoline truck crashed and caught fire, melting the steel supports. But the threat of a nightmarish morning commute led many Bay Area residents to use public transportation. Early reports are that traffic has been surprisingly light considering the extent of the damage. Larry talks with KQED reporter Erika Kelly, who was at the scene.
National Day Of Action For Immigrant Rights
Larry Mantle previews various groups' plans for tomorrow's march in support of Immigrants rights.
Mutt Mandate Progresses In California Assembly
The State of California may soon require that all mixed-breed dogs and cats be spayed or neutered. Owners who don't comply will be fined $500. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Democratic Assemblyman Lloyd Levine, is supported by the City of Los Angeles, the State Humane Association of California, the California Veterinary Medical Association, and other groups. Larry and his guests discuss the law that critics say may be largely unenforceable or could lead to end of the mutt.
The Rise Of The Nuclear Poor
In his new book Atomic Bazaar, author William Langewiesche explains why nuclear bombs are the weapons of choice for poor and poorly governed nations. He also reveals how "the new stateless guerillas" acquire the components of a nuclear bomb and how these groups will eventually produce and implement nuclear weapons of their own. Acclaimed journalist William Langewiesche joins Larry Mantle to offer an informative and critical framework for understanding the burgeoning global threat of nuclear terrorism.
Once Upon A Country
Sari Nusseibeh's autobiography, Once Upon a Country: A Palestinian Life, provides a window into recent Palestinian history. Larry discusses the book with Nussiebeh, former chief representative of the Palestine Liberation Organization, and a long time advocate for a two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians.