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How To Punish A Senator | Ron's Office Hours | NPR
As more senators face accusations of sexual misconduct, the question has been raised: Should they be expelled? In fact, very few senators have actually ever been expelled. NPR senior political editor and correspondent Ron Elving looks at...
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Treaties Between The U.S. Government And Native Nations | Inter(Nation)al | NPR
More than 370 treaties between the U.S. government and American Indian nations have been signed. Nearly all have been broken. But these promises made and then broken, still bind us all today. More stories from Intern(Nation)al: • Read or...
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For LSD, What A Long Strange Trip It's Been | Shots | NPR
In the 1930s Swiss scientist Albert Hofmann accidentally discovered LSD. Years later, it was the most studied psychoactive drug in history, but it was also a leading cause of young people ending up in the emergency room. Concern that...
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Ron's Holiday Spectacular: Dashing Through The Congressional Agenda | Ron’s Office Hours | NPR
It’s the best time of year … for deadlines. The holiday recess cutoff for Congress has been a strong motivator for years, but there wasn’t always a designated break. NPR senior political editor and correspondent Ron Elving explains....
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Wildfires: California's New Reality | Let's Talk | NPR
Wildfires in December are the new norm for California. NPR’s Kirk Siegler explains why. • Read or listen "In Drier Washington State, Fire Chiefs Say Wildfires Could Scorch Any City" at http://n.pr/2l1yvqy • Read or listen to: "Wildfire...
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Gay Couples’ Rights Vs. Artistry In Supreme Court Case | Let's Talk | NPR
The Supreme Court is considering a case that’s sure to get people’s blood up. On one side is Colorado’s law barring discrimination, including based on sexual orientation. On the other side is a baker who is morally opposed to same-sex...
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House Speaker Paul Ryan On Sexual Harassment, Donald Trump’s Leadership | Morning Edition | NPR
House Speaker Paul Ryan responds to questions from Steve Inskeep on sexual harassment, Roy Moore and President Trump’s leadership. • Full video interview at https://youtu.be/5K2g79V9bts • Read "Speaker Ryan On Sexual Harassment: 'We Are...
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When To Roll Your Eyes At A Washington Deadline | Ron's Office Hours | NPR
By the end of today's office hours we want you to know which Congressional deadlines you should take seriously, and which you can roll your eyes at. ------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe to NPR on YouTube:...
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A Few Things to Know About Why Treaties Matter | NPR
The U.S. has ratified more than 370 treaties with American Indian nations. Yet many Americans know little about the these legally binding treaties, that shaped, and continue to impact, the country today. "They're not rights given to...
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A Few Things to Know About Being Transgender | NPR
“Some of the biggest misunderstandings they have about being trans is like you’re trying to be someone else,” says Nel Huff. "No. You’re trying to be you--you’re trying to be you to the fullest.” Four trans people share their personal...
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Finding Mustafa | NPR
Mustafa Ahmed was two years old in 2004 when he lost his leg in a U.S. air strike in Fallujah, Iraq. He was unable to get the medical care he needed, but his luck turned when a U.S.-based non-profit group brought him and his father to...
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Invention Stories: How A Children's Toy Led To An Essential Medical Device | Joe's Big Idea | NPR
Inspiration for inventions sometimes come from unusual places. Stanford researcher Manu Prakash needed to create a centrifuge that could run without electricity. He found the answer by studying toys. In "Invention Stories" we explore the...
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The Many Faces of the Alt-Right | Let's Talk | NPR
A growing number of Americans espouse or approve of alt-right views, but those views are varied and loosely defined. Here’s a quick look at their core beliefs and prominent leaders. • Read "'Ghost Skins' And Masculinity: Alt-Right Terms,...
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The NRA Wasn't Always Against Gun Restrictions | Ron's Office Hours | NPR
The political power of the National Rifle Organization is legendary, but it is not as well known that the NRA of past generations worked with the federal government to limit the traffic in guns. NPR senior political editor and...
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Making Sense Of Veteran Suicide | Let's Talk | NPR
The rates of suicide are just as high among veterans who never deployed to a war or saw combat. NPR’s Quil Lawrence helps to make sense of the complex topic of veteran suicide. • If you need help, visit...
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Can Gory Police Dog Arrests Survive The Age Of Video? | NPR
WARNING: This video contains images of violent dog bites. Graphic videos from body cameras and cellphones are forcing re-examination of whether police dog bites are a constitutional use of force. For decades, police have seen dogs as a...
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Why it's Hard to Simplify The U.S. Tax Code | Let's Talk | NPR
In trying to overhaul the tax code, Republicans are arguing it needs to be simpler. There are a few ways they say they want to do just that – but as NPR’s Danielle Kurtzleben explains, they are not equally effective strategies. • Read or...
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White House Haunts | Ron’s Office Hours | NPR
In life, presidents are limited to two terms, but the Constitution says nothing about occupying the White House … in the afterlife. Settle in for some spooky tales from NPR’s Ron Elving in this special Halloween episode of Ron’s Office...
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When is Gerrymandering Unconstitutional? | Let's Talk | NPR
Partisan gerrymandering has been going on for a long time, but now technology has made it easier for the incumbent party to hold its majority for longer. Now the Supreme Court is trying to decide how much is too much when it comes to...
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Foraging a Wild Lunch | The Salt | NPR
When most of us are hungry for lunch, we pick up supplies at the grocery store or stop by the nearby cafe with the best lunch specials. Nick Spero? He heads into the wilderness. (Note: Spero is a foraging professional and we urge caution...
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Invention Stories: These Boots Are Made For Talking … To The Internet | Joe's Big Idea | NPR
Failure is always a part of invention. Hahna Alexander, CEO of SolePower, talks about how failure challenged her to come up with bigger and better solutions. In "Invention Stories" we explore the unexpected paths to discovery. • Read...
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What's Next for DACA? | Let's Talk | NPR
Congress has less than six months to decide the fate of "Dreamers" – the hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants brought to the country as children . As NPR's Geoff Bennett explains, Democrats and Republicans are each promoting...
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Where are the U.S.'s unauthorized immigrants from? | Let's Talk | NPR
The number of immigrants staying in the U.S. illegally is estimated to be around 11 million. NPR’s Hansi Lo Wang explains recent trends that upend stereotypes about unauthorized immigrants. • Read "How America's Idea Of Illegal...
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Puerto Rico Waiting in Gas Lines | NPR
“Each day is a little bit worse” said Edwin Morales while waiting more than nine hours for a tank of gas in San Juan, Puerto Rico. More than a week after Hurricane Maria, Puerto Ricans are still struggling to access basic needs like gas...