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APRIL 8 APRIL 9

Mon. Apr. 8

Topic: Bioterrorism

Guests: TBA

Biological terrorism differs from other forms of terror in that it would impose particularly heavy demands on the nation's public health and health care systems. Our guests will discuss the different forms of biological terrorism and how we can protect ourselves from it.

Tue. Apr. 9

Topic: Philosophical Roots of Modern Democracy

Guest: Alan Levine, assistant prof. of Government, American Univ.

In his book Sensual Philosophy, Prof. Levine articulates the importance of Montaigne's thought for contemporary conceptions of personal freedom, individuality, subjectivity, and self-creation. We will discuss modern democracy and how its roots can be found in philosophy.

Wed. Apr. 10

Topic: Sibling Relationships

Guests: Claudia Evert, founder, Siblings Day

TBA

Siblings have an enormous impact on our development. Our guests will talk about why brothers and sisters are important to each other.

Thr. Apr. 11

Topic: HIV & AIDS in Africa

Guests: Dr. Paul Zeitz, Ex. Dir., The Global AIDS Alliance

Dr. Jackie Bataringaya, Global Aids Coordinator, ActionAid

Once again AIDS activists meet in Washington to push for more research and affordable medicines for the African continent as well as the rest of the world's growing HIV/AIDS population. We will discuss the latest statistics and approaches being taken to help stop the spread of this terrible disease.

Fri. Apr.12

Topic: The Second World Assembly on Aging

Guests: TBA

Over the past few years, the world's population has continued on a remarkable path of transition. The growing number of senior citizens is at the heart of the charge. Such a rapid, large and ubiquitous growth has never been seen in the history of civilization. Our guests will discuss the outcome of the meeting in Madrid, Spain.