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Health Care in America: How Can We Make it More Affordable?
Forty-seven million Americans lack health insurance while costs continue to spiral out of control for those who do have coverage. The nation spends more than any other country on health care, but many are still dissatisfied with what we have to show for it. Now it is time to face the difficult choices needed to make the U.S. health-care system function properly.
Host: Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum
When: September 17, 3-5 p.m.
Where: Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

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The Energy Problem: Choices for an Uncertain Future
America's way of life seems threatened by unstable sources of energy, while many see growing evidence of environmental damage. As demands for energy escalate, both in this country and in rapidly developing nations, we may soon reach a point of no return. It is time to face the difficult choices that must be made to ensure a sustainable future.
Host: Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum
When: October 2, 2008, 3-5 p.m.
Where: Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

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What is the 21st Century Mission for Our Public Schools?
From the very start, Americans have held widely divergent views on issues related to public schools. Many of these have to do with the methods by which we achieve an educated society. How do we ensure that our schools are accessible to all children? By what means do we hold students accountable for learning and schools accountable for teaching them? What is the role of families in the education of their children? What is the responsibility of schools in addressing social issues that affect their students? What is the most efficient and fair way to fund public education?
Host: Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum
When: October 13, 2008, 3-5 p.m.
Where: Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

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Atlanta Area Forums Contact
Tony Clark
404-865-7109
Tony.Clark@nara.gov

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Margaret Holt
agkefelas@charter.net

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