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• An exodus from the sciences
  Though demand for workers in the science, engineering and technology professions is growing, women are leaving those jobs between the ages of 35 and 40. Midmorning gauges their experience in "hard hat" and "lab coat" culture.9:06 a.m.
  Guests
  Laura Sherbin: is director of research at the Center for Work-Life Policy and co-author of their recent study "The Athena Factor: Reversing the Brain Drain in Science, Engineering, and Technology."
  Cynthia Norton: Professor of biology and women's studies at the College of St. Catherines in St. Paul.
  Resources
  The Athena Factor
  What women want on News Cut
  Inclusive Science conference
• Divided, and united, by debate
  Many Americans complain about the partisan divide, but longtime political reporter Howard Fineman observes that we are a nation born to debate. And in his new book, he says we don't argue enough about the founding principles of our nation.10:06 a.m.
  Guests
  Howard Fineman: Senior Washington correspondent and columnist for Newsweek and author of "The Thirteen American Arguments: Enduring Debates That Define and Inspire Our Country."
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  Join the debate by sharing your questions and answers
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  About Howard Fineman

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