This edition: Partnership or Paternalism?
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Original tape date: April 20, 2011.On this edition of Independent Sources, we look at the reaction to France's more assertive policy in Africa. Why is there some concern that this may signal an era of neo-colonialism on Paris' behalf? Then, attempted suicides among Latinas is back in the headlines. What's behind the disturbing trend and what can be done to stem it? And, the latest front in the battle to slim children's waistlines.
Guest List
Jessica Courtemanche Independent Sources
Judith R. Escalona Independent Sources
Dr. Maida P. Galvez, M.D. Director of Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit, The Mount Sinai Medical Center
Abi Ishola-Ayodeji Independent Sources
Andrew Kuntz Deputy Director, Astor Child Guidence Center
Ph.D. Gnaka Lagoke Contributor, AfricanDiplomacy.com
William Murray Director, Astor Child Guidance Center
Marion Nestle, Ph.D., M.P.H. Author, Dept. of Nutrition, Food Studies, & Public Health, NYU
Elaine Rivera Journalism Professor, Lehman College/CUNY
Emmanuel St. Martin NY Correspondent, France 24
Vianora Vinca Producer/Co-Host, Independent Sources

