How Trauma Affects Memory: Scientists Weigh In On The Kavanaugh Hearing
Christine Blasey Ford presented her allegations against Brett Kavanaugh Thursday. He denied them. But how can either of them remember? Here’s what science says about memory and trauma — and alcohol.
Vermont’s Only Black Female Lawmaker Resigns Amid Racial Harassment
State Rep. Kiah Morris announced in August that she would not be seeking re-election, but now she is resigning early, as a result of “continued harassment” and her husband’s health issues.
‘Rafiki’: The Lesbian Love Story That Kenya Banned And Then Unbanned
In the hopes of becoming an Oscar contender, the Kenyan film board allowed the movie to play in Nairobi for a week. Director Wanuri Kahiu sees it as the beginning of a fight for freedom of expression.
Would It Make A Difference If The FBI Were To Investigate Kavanaugh?
Democrats and outside groups want the FBI to investigate the allegations into Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. He and Republicans say all the necessary work here is done. What does it matter?
Drew Philp: How Can ‘Radical Neighborliness’ Help Struggling Communities?
In 2009, Drew Philp bought an abandoned house in Detroit and worked with neighbors to fix it up. He discovered the power of ‘radical neighborliness’ to rebuild his struggling neighborhood.
Liz Ogbu: Can We Gentrify Neighborhoods While Allowing Longtime Residents To Stay?
Architect Liz Ogbu has seen the pain gentrification creates for displaced communities. She wonders how we can create ways for longtime residents to stay and reap the benefits of gentrification.
Richard Berry: How Can Cities Create Opportunities For The Homeless?
As Albuquerque’s mayor, Richard Berry tried a new approach to addressing panhandling: offering work and connecting homeless with city services. He says it’s a more humane option more cities can try.
Emotions Dominate Ford And Kavanaugh Testimony
We review yesterday’s historic testimony from Christine Blasey Ford and Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Should We Teach About Consent In K-12? Brett Kavanaugh’s Home State Says Yes
More states are requiring that children learn about consent and healthy relationships, and students themselves are among those pushing for change.
Latest In Washington’s New Normal: High Court Nominees Stop Playing Nice
Given the national audience for Ford on TV, Kavanaugh’s scorched-earth defense may have been his only chance — the one way to prevent Republican defections and keep the White House on his side.
What The FBI Does And Doesn’t Investigate
NPR’s Steve Inskeep talks to former federal prosecutor Renato Mariotti about calls for the FBI to investigate Brett Kavanaugh.
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