TED Radio Hour Big problems need audacious solutions. This hour, TED speakers use data and common sense to make laws more effective, reform the foster care system and hold environmental offenders accountable.

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Audacious Solutions

Big problems need audacious solutions. This hour, TED speakers use data and common sense to make laws more effective, reform the foster care system and hold environmental offenders accountable.

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A bounced check, a police arrest, and the fight to give millions a second chance

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How placing kids with family can radically change the way foster care works in the US

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