The Culture of Cruising for Sex; Orange County Journalists Roundtable; Mexican Trucks Enter The U.S.; "Kid Nation" Controversy
The Culture of Cruising for Sex
Republican Senator Larry E. Craig pleaded guilty on Monday to disorderly conduct after being arrested in June for allegedly trying to solicit sex in a public men's restroom. News of Senator Craig's arrest sparked a controversy around the country, and some Republicans are calling for his resignation. Craig, who has voted against gay marriage, made a point of insisting that he is not gay. In an age when many can use the internet to look for casual sex, what is it that still drives some to seek encounters in public places, particularly bathrooms? Larry discusses the culture of cruising for sex in public bathrooms with Robert Weiss of the Sexual Recovery Institute in Los Angeles and Dan Savage, author of the syndicated sex-advice column, "Savage Love."
Orange County Journalists Roundtable
Larry talks with William Lobdell, City Editor of the Orange County Edition of the Los Angeles Times, and Orange County Register senior editorial writer and columnist, Steven Greenhut.
Mexican Trucks Enter The U.S.
The Owner-Operator of Independent Drivers Association will request an injunction against the U.S. Department of Transportation's plan to allow Mexican trucks to operate throughout the United States, beginning on September 1. The Teamsters Union, the Sierra Club and Public Citizen also plan to seek an injunction from the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals to stop Mexican trucks from operating in the U.S., citing safety, environmental and labor concerns. Supporters of the plan say letting Mexican trucks carry cargo anywhere is the U.S. will save Americans consumers hundreds of millions of dollars. Larry and guests talk about the one-year pilot program that would allow 100 Mexican truck companies full access to U.S. roads.
"Kid Nation" Controversy
There's already lots of talk about CBS's new reality show, "Kid Nation." The program is inspiring controversy even before it premiers next month (Sept. 19). It's the focus of numerous investigations concerning the welfare of the 40 children that were filmed for 40 days on a New Mexico ranch without any contact with their parents. Larry and his guests talk about the issues raised by "Kid Nation."