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Wednesday, December 2 2015

Saving the World in Paris; The Mayor and the Governor Pass the Buck on Homelessness; Safety and Airbnb December 2, 2015

How Obama wants to lead the world in climate change; the mayor and governor clash over homeless funding; a call to be more ambiguous online; safety and Airbnb. (episode)

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- A Global Goal to Curb Climate Pollution Emerging in Paris December 2, 2015
  
  A look at whether President Obama has been effective at making a case for taking on global warming, greenhouse gas emissions, and other issues at the Paris Climate Change Summit.
- Who Should Fund Homeless Services in NYC? December 2, 2015
  
  A look at the conflict between Mayor Bill de Blasio and Governor Andrew Cuomo over funding for housing and services for homeless people in New York City.
- Why You Should Maybe Be Intentionally Vague on the Internet or Something December 2, 2015
  
  We leave a trail of digital information on every device we use. Hear tips on how to be "deliberately ambiguous" online in order to keep your personal business private.
- New Yorkers Eye Airbnb as a Way to Make Rent December 2, 2015
  
  Many Airbnb hosts in New York argue that renting out at least part of their apartment is the only way they can afford rent. Is that a safe move?
- Connecting Congress: Rep. Sean Maloney December 2, 2015
  
  Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney (D-NY18) explains why he voted in favor of a Republican-proposed bill to pause admittance of Syrian refugees.