Last week’s landmark Supreme Court ruling overturned Washington DC’s handgun ban. New Jersey Congressman Bill Pascrell (D-8th) looks at how the decision could lead to a change in the laws in his state. Plus: Artificial turf is more environmentally-friendly than a real lawn, but the CDC recently issued a warning that turf may release lead as it ages. We’ll give you the mowdown on the ups and downs of artificial lawns.
Guests:
Bill PascrellOpen Phones: Obama on Guns and Death Penalty
Listeners weigh in on presidential candidate Barack Obama's response to last week's Supreme Court decisions on gun control and the death penalty. Is he moving to the center?
Speaking about the Budget
New York City Council Speaker Christine Quinn talks about the new city budget.
Stay Off The Grass
Artificial turf could be more environmentally-friendly than real grass because it doesn't need water or pesticides. But the CDC warns that it may release lead over time. New Yorkers for Parks Executive Director Christian Dipalermo and New York landscape architect Len Hopper weed through the myths and facts ...
SCOTUS Ban Makes Waves
The Supreme Court’s landmark decision on the Washington DC handgun ban will have far-reaching effects. New Jersey Congressman Bill Pascrell (D-8th) and State Assemblywoman Alison Littell McHose (R-24th) discuss how the ruling may negatively affect New Jersey.
Open Phones: Teachers on Mayoral Control
Schools out so teachers can call in about the past 6 years of mayoral control of the New York City public schools
Will They Strike?
Contract talks have been suspended between Con Edison and Local 1-2 of the Utility Workers of America. Adam Lisberg, New York Daily Newsreporter, joins us with the latest on the looming Con Edison strike.
Connect with The Brian Lehrer Show