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June 26, 2003
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Supreme Court Knocks Down Gay Sex Ban

The Supreme Court has struck down a sodomy law, saying it is an unconstitutional violation of privacy.

“Ich Bin Ein Berliner,” 40 Years Later

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Today marks the 40th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy’s famous “Ich Bin Ein Berliner” speech in Germany.

Killings in Indonesia

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We examine the recent killings of Americans who were working as educators for the families of miners in Indonesia.

Study Indicates Hormone Therapy Hinders Cancer Detection

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There’s new information about the use of Hormone Replacement Therapy for women that implies that perhaps even short term use may complicate the detection of breast cancer.

NYC Works for Healthier Food for Students

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New York City’s school system is taking an active approach to eliminating the availability of soda, candy, and other generally unhealthy foods for students.

Mailbag 6/26/03

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Listener letters and comments.

Baseball Poem Results

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We hear listener poems about the great American pastime: baseball.

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