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Scott Garrett, Republican Congressman from New Jersey
It’s a working recess for members of Congress as the battle over healthcare reform follows them to their home districts. Scott Garrett, the Republican Congressman from New Jersey explains his objections to President Obama’s plan. Plus, an editor of the Fat Studies Reader discusses the political and social meaning of being fat.
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Congressman Scott GarrettWorking from Home: Rep. Garrett
Congressman Scott Garrett (R-NJ 5th) talks about healthcare reform and what he's hearing from his constituents, now that Congress is in recess.
Free Crosstown Bus Proposal
Andrew Albert, chairman of the NYC Transit Riders Council, dissects candidate Bloomberg’s proposal for free crosstown bus service in Manhattan.
What do you think of candidate Mike Bloomberg's “Moving NYC” plan? Check it out here. And, do you think making crosstown buses free is ...
What do you think of candidate Mike Bloomberg's “Moving NYC” plan? Check it out here. And, do you think making crosstown buses free is ...
Insurance Assurance
Mark Peters, special deputy superintendent, in charge of the New York Liquidation Bureau talks about insurance company regulatory reform.
Earnings Down
Till von Wachter, economics professor at Columbia University, discusses his troubling findings about the long-term earning effects of being laid off.
Have you found a job since being laid off? If so, have you been able to replace your previous earnings? Give us a call or ...
Have you found a job since being laid off? If so, have you been able to replace your previous earnings? Give us a call or ...
Fat Acceptance
Sondra Solovay and Esther Rothblum, co-editors of The Fat Studies Reader, say we need to stop obsessing about weight--and start accepting fat people.
Handball History
New York Magazine writer Peter Duffy and star handball players Cesar Sala and Satish Jagnandan discuss the culture and history of the game.