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Midday Newscast April 22, 2008
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The leader of the Vermont Senate says he would support a gay marriage bill; Legislators are beginning to review Governor Jim Douglas’ proposed "economic growth package"; Earth Day events are being held across the state today.VPR News
Interview: Kenji Yoshino, author of “The Hidden Assault on Our Civil Rights”
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The University of Vermont and the Vermont Law School are teaming up to sponsor a series of events featuring author Kenji Yoshino. In his book "Covering – The Hidden Assault On Our Civil Rights", Yoshino calls for a redefinition of civil rights in our law and culture.VPR News
Midday Newscast: January 8, 2008
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Vermont lawmakers have returned to Montpelier for their 2008 session; more…VPR News
VT Edition Interview: Tom Little on the recent Vermont Gay Marriage hearings
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VPR’s Jane Lindholm speaks with Vermont Commission on Family Recognition chair Tom Little on the public hearings around the state this fall, gauging the feelings of Vermonters on the issue of Gay Marriage.VPR News
Social Justice series explores bias and hate crimes with “The Laramie Project”
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At Saint Michael’s College, students want to do something about homophobia, hate crimes and social injustice. So this fall, the school organized a series of events to confront the issue, beginning with a theater production of “The Laramie Projectâ€. The play tells the story of the people of Laramie, Wyoming, and the tragic death of Matthew Shepard in a hate crime nine years ago.Vermont Edition
Differences Between Marriage and Civil Union
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A task force is holding hearings throughout the state on the possibility of establishing gay marriages in Vermont. But some experts think civil unions may offer more rights for same sex-couples. We take a look at how gay marriage differs from a civil union.VPR News