Diane’s farewell message
After 52 years at WAMU, Diane Rehm says goodbye.
Activists on the abortion issue are focused on the upcoming Roberts hearings, but in the last year many states have passed laws restricting abortion access. A panel joins Diane to talk about new state laws relating to abortion and reproductive rights.
*This program opened with a 15-minute update from Red Cross rapid-response team member Darren Irby, who spoke with Diane from Biloxi, Mississippi about aid efforts for those affected by Hurricane Katrina in the Gulf Coast area.
Guests
- David Bereit Director of program development, American Life League
- Ceci Connolly Reporter, The Washington Post.
- Kate Michelman President emerita, NARAL Pro-Choice America, and author of "Protecting the Right to Choose."
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