First Take: What Should Israel Do Now, Reviewing Oil Permit Reviews, Bill Gates on Family and Giving Back

Thursday, June 03, 2010 - 11:43 AM

UPDATED 7:20 p.m.

Alex Goldmark here on the night shift. 

 

In addition to what Anna got in motion earlier today (see below), we're planning on a few other stories. 

We're looking into how the permitting process works for oil rigs. Is environmental track record taken into consideration when the permits are passed out? We're finding out, and we'll let you know tomorrow morning. 

The sports fans around the office are eager to see how the spoiled perfect game might pave the way for instant replay in major league baseball. We'll find out about that, and also, why in the world are there so many perfect games all of a sudden? 

Also, is there such a thing as a fair trade iPad? Or any tech gadget considering that they tend to be mass produced in the third world? 

On a lighter note, we'll also review a few movies for you. How's that for a potpourri powerhouse? 

 

Anna Sale here on the day shift.

We talked this morning about whether it's time for the nuclear option to stop the oil gushing in the gulf. It inspired more solutions from you, but we want to hear more. We're putting together a video of ideas from a wide range of Takeaway thinkers, from Bill Gates to Samantha Bee. Check the website later tonight to check it out. If we haven't heard from you yet, add your ideas herewhat's your idea to stop the gushing oil? For tomorrow, we're also taking a closer look at how oil permits are reviewed and approved, and how much an oil company's environmental record is taken into account when those decisions are made. 

All this week, we've followed developments in Israel and Gaza. We'll be watching tomorrow as another supply boat makes its way from Ireland to Gaza. We have talked a lot this week about whether Israel acted appropriately in the violent confrontation last monday. As we end the week, we are reaching out to thinkers today with a big, broad question: What should Israel do now?

Bill Gates and his father Bill Gates, Sr., join us to talk about their new book, "Showing Up for Life." The Microsoft founder talks about what he learned from his parents and family prepared him for success. We also want to know about that from you: What's the one thing that makes your family work?

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