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NPR's Rebecca Perl marks the 10th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act by examining the impact the law has had on Pat Broderick, a resident of Washington D.C. Broderick lost the use of her legs in a car accident. She is now a judge in the District of Columbia and says the ADA has helped her do things many Americans take for granted. The ADA prohibits discrimination against people with physical or mental disabilities.

Host Bob Edwards talks to Jamie Baker-Nantz, Editor of the Grant County News about a measure on the Grant County, Kentucky ballot that would allow alcohol to be sold in the county. Yesterday, voters in Grant County defeated a referendum that would have ended the ban on the sale of alcohol that has been in effect since the original prohibition laws were passed in the 1930s.

NPR's Anthony Brooks reports on today's long-awaited endorsement of Vice President Al Gore by his one-time rival, Bill Bradley. The former New Jersey senator had harsh things to say about Gore's veracity during the primaries, and refused to say the "e" word after he withdrew from the race. But in making his endorsement today, Bradley said that, in the words of Vince Lombardi, "winning is a team sport."

Commentator David Ropeik explains why Americans should abandon their fears of food irradiation. Despite its erroneous reputation for making food glow, irradiation is actually, the most effective method of ensuring that this summer's barbecue is free of the germs that harm people.

NPR's Ted Clark reports on the collapse of the Middle East peace summit at Camp David. The talks ended yesterday after both sides refuse to compromise the issue of Jerusalem. President Clinton urged both leaders to continue efforts to reach a permanent peace agreement by the self imposed September deadline.

Lawmakers have been critical of how the FBI mishandled the investigation of Larry Nassar. Several prominent gymnasts abused by Nassar are testifying about the case to the Senate Judiciary Committee.

In India, Hindu nationalists have passed laws making it harder for interfaith couples to marry. The laws have increased a stigma and emboldened extremists to interrupt weddings.

Commentator Patt Morrison says it's time to dismantle a few of the myths about Los Angeles.

Liane speaks with Jim Camden, Senior Political Reporter for the Spokane, Washington, Spokesman-Review; Tim Morris, Political Editor of the New Orleans Times-Picayune; and Candace Page, Political Reporter for the Burlington, Vermont, Free Press. They look back to Vice President Al Gore's acceptance speech at the Democratic Party Convention in Los Angeles this past week, and talk about how their readers responded.

SAM FREEDMAN CONTINUES.TV critic DAVID BIANCULLI reviews tonights 2-hour finale of –Survivor.—12:58:30 NEXT SHOW PROMO (:29) PROMO COPY On the next Fresh Air. . . Jew vs. Jew. We talk with Sam Freedman about his new book which examines the divisions between the different denominations of the jewish faith. Well also talk about reactions within the jewish community to the nomination of Joe Leiberman. Thats coming up on the next Fresh Air.