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Monday, February 23 2015

  • Grand Jury Changes; Music Critic Christgau; Politics Roundup February 23, 2015

    Grand jury reform;&nbsp;taking stock of Rudy Giuliani's comments that&nbsp;the president&nbsp;doesn't love America; Village Voice music critic&nbsp;Robert Christgau; political moments at the Oscars. (episode)

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    • Where Rudy's Coming From February 23, 2015

      Is there a sober point behind Rudy Giuliani's claim that Obama doesn't love America? Giuliani's former speechwriter unpacks the comments, and listeners share why they love their country.

    • Should Judges Oversee Grand Juries? February 23, 2015

      New York&rsquo;s top judge wants to put judges in grand jury rooms in cases of police-related killings of civilians.&nbsp;

    • De Blasio Protects Current Affordable Housing But Feds Threaten Future Developments February 23, 2015

      ANHD's Barika Williams discusses two new housing stories: the mayor's&nbsp;task force to protect tenants in rent-regulated apartments and a potential threat to future affordable housing.

    • The Making of a Music Critic February 23, 2015

      Robert Christgau,&nbsp;music critic for&nbsp;The Village Voice&nbsp;and other publications&nbsp;looks back on his - and his hometown's - music history.&nbsp;

    • Brian's Six Best Political Moments at the Oscars February 23, 2015

      It was a political night at the Oscars. We'll take your calls on fitting in, "Selma" and the whiteness of the Academy, equal pay and anything else that resonated with you.&nbsp;