The late Paul Simon founded a Public Policy Institute at SIU Carbondale after he retired from the U.S. Senate in 1997. In this episode, we’ll talk with people close to Simon as he began the Institute, and leaders there today hoping to build on his legacy and vision.
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About the Program
InFocus explores the major issues impacting central and southern Illinois with a focus on health, politics, education, and the arts. Through interviews and creative storytelling, the series introduces viewers to the people and organizations hoping to make an impact in the region.
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