Restaurants of New York City

Maximum Benefit

The Brian Lehrer Show | Dec 20, 2010

Calls from gays and lesbians on the repeal of "don't ask, don't tell." Plus Grub Street New York senior editor Alan Sytsma takes a close look at the New York City restaurant industry and if it’s in a rut or recovery. Plus: a call-in for people reaching the 99-week unemployment benefit maximum; It’s a Free Country blogger roundtable; your year-end personal finance questions answered; and the future of NJN and media in New Jersey.

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