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San Francisco and the Olympic Torch

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Ever since San Francisco was announced as the only U.S. stop for the Olympic torch, the city has been a magnet for protesters of China’s human rights record. We discuss the issues surrounding the torch’s arrival.

Guests:

Tenzin Tethong, chair of the committee of 100 for Tibet and president of the Dalai Lama Foundation

David Wallechinksy, Olympic historian and author of "The Complete Book of the Summer Olympics"

Eric Reeves, Sudan researcher and analyst at Smith College

David Perry, spokesperson for the Olympic Torch Relay

Chris Daly, supervisor of the City of San Francisco representing District 6

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