March 28, 2009

Skipping out on jury duty

We examine why a large number of people are no shows for jury duty. Also, we look at municipalities disappointment with the growing number of individuals who dont appear for their civic duty. Also, we dig deeper into the affects of rising healthcare costs.

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InfoTrak: The cost of skipping jury duty Paula Hannaford-Agor outlines the problems that are caused when people skip jury duty. There is a rising number of Americans who are ignoring summons for their civic duty. Ms. Hannaford-Agor is the Director of the Center for Jury Studies in Williamsburg, VA.
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InfoTrak: Americans' opinions on healthcare We take a look at a national survey outlining Americans' opinions on healthcare. Mollyann Brodie, Director of Public Opinion and Media Research for the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation, discusses the results of the survey. The survey indicates that many Americans are satisfied with the healthcare they receive, but worried about rising costs.
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InfoTrak: Diversity in the workplace Joe Watson joins the show to discuss the importance of diversity in corporate America. Mr. Watson is a management consultant, specializing in diversity, and he is the author of "Without Excuses." He offers advice for minority job seekers on how to demand fair opportunities in the workplace.
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