California Voters To Decide Whether To Repeal Recent Gas Tax Hike
California Republicans are pushing a ballot measure that would repeal a 2017 increase in the state’s gas tax that funds transportation. The effort is widely seen as motivator for Republicans to vote.
Pittsburgh Mayor Reflects On Deadly Synagogue Shooting
NPR’s Ari Shapiro speaks with Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto about the deadly shooting that took place at a local synagogue last weekend, President Trump’s response and more.
A Year Later, Americans Are Deeply Divided Over The #MeToo Movement
One year after the #MeToo movement took off, new NPR-Ipsos polls show the nation deeply divided on sexual assault and harassment, with fissures running more along party lines than gender.
Looking For ACA Health Insurance For 2019? Here’s What To Expect
Throughout the U.S., subsidies are available to reduce the price of 2019 policies sold on state and federal insurance exchanges. But promotion of the insurance is varying widely from state to state.
Another ‘Civil War?’ Pessimism About Political Violence Deepens In A Divided Nation
Following a rash of deaths, threats and violent acts, Americans fear the nation may be growing so far apart that danger may become a regular factor in partisan disputes. It has happened before.
Nearly 30 Percent Of Anti-Semitic Online Attacks Are Bots
A study released last week by the Anti-Defamation League revealed that anti-Semitic online slurs have surged in the lead-up to the mid-terms, and many of the attacks are automated.
Illinois Farmers Put Rare Pig Back On Dinner Table To Save It From Extinction
The American mulefoot hog was once popular, but began to die out in favor of fast-growing breeds suited to confinement. But some farmers hope to renew interest in the hogs — by getting them on menus.
Preaching Gospel Of Love And Justice, William Barber Mobilizes Progressive Christians
Barber has been compared to Martin Luther King Jr. He has revived the 1968 Poor People’s Campaign while continuing to minister to his small town congregation.
In Campaign Sprint, Trump Focus On Immigration Not A Winner For All GOP Candidates
President Trump holds a campaign rally in Florida on Wednesday — the first of 11 he’s planning in the next six days. His immigration message may help GOP Senate candidates but hurt in House races.
‘It Is Time To End This Conflict’: U.S. Calls For Cease-Fire In Yemen
Top Trump administration officials said they’re seeking a halt to hostilities in the war-torn country — and that they’d like to see it within 30 days, to open the door for more permanent peace talks.
This Maine District Went For Obama, Then Trump. Now It’s A Toss-Up
Maine’s mostly rural 2nd Congressional District was won by President Trump and Republican Bruce Poliquin currently holds the House seat. But former Marine Jared Golden hopes to flip it to Democrats.
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