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Gideon Yago on Why Tuesday?

Monday, April 7th, 2008

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Why Tuesday? advisory board member Gideon Yago was on Air America radio Saturday discussing our efforts. Gideon appeared on the Ring of Fire program.

Have a listen to his appearance by clicking play below. Gideon’s segment starts at the 55:48 mark.

Photo of Gideon via kerrikol on flickr.

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