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Peter Wenz
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The 21st Show

Philosopher’s new book provides interesting nuance in abortion rights and religion discussion

The issue of abortion is often framed in religious terms usually by people who oppose the procedure. However, Illinois philosopher Peter Wenz says there are religious arguments in favor of abortion. His new book is called “Abortion Rights as the Free Exercise of Religion: The Constitutional Case for Choice". Wenz joins the program today.

John Deere equipment is on display at the Farm Progress Show on Aug. 31, 2015 in Decatur, Ill.
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The 21st Show

A deeper look into John Deere lawsuit

A journalist covering agriculture weighs in on what has transpired so far after the Federal Trade Commission as well as several states, including Illinois, sued farming equipment manufacturer John Deere earlier this year. We also talk about what to expect from the upcoming trial. 

Forgotttonia podcast
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The 21st Show

Forgottonia Project highlights the people, history, and issues of rural Illinois

The Forgottonia Project was a podcast created by a social studies teacher and the incoming Dean of Students at Spoon River Valley High School in Fulton County. The goal is to teach students living in the western part of Illinois and other rural areas about the history of where they live and also to hear from rural voices that might otherwise be ignored. The teacher joins the program today as well as two students who participated in the project.