‘Keeps Me Up At Night’: Lawmakers React To Trump’s Attempt To Sow Election Doubt
Democrats and Republicans were split in their public reaction to President Trump’s recent remarks.
Texas Governor Limits Ballot Drop-Off Locations, Local Officials Vow To Fight Back
Gov. Greg Abbott ordered order a limit to the number of places where voters can hand deliver mail-in ballots. Some county officials worry it will lead to confusion and voter suppression.
How New York’s Orthodox Jewish Community Is Responding To Coronavirus Safety Measures
Avi Greenstein, CEO of Boro Park Jewish Community Council, reflects on the reaction in New York City’s Hasidic communities to tough coronavirus safety measures.
Remembering The Augusta Civil Rights Riot, 50 Years Later
For two days, starting on May 11, 1,000 Black residents rebelled against the city’s systemic oppression. More than 100 blocks of neighborhoods and businesses were damaged. Police killed six Black men.
Activists On How To Sustain Movement Against Police Brutality
NPR’s Ari Shapiro speaks with community organizer Shameka Parrish-Wright and Kentucky state Rep. Attica Scott about what steps activists want to see taken to end police brutality against Black people.
People Who Don’t Usually Vote Share Their Thoughts On This Year’s Election
Political parties have to work even harder this year to get nonvoters registered and going to the polls. And some people in politically divided Pueblo, Colo., still feel like voting isn’t for them.
How Does Poll Watching Work?
NPR’s Tonya Mosley talks with Tammy Patrick, senior advisor to the elections program at the Democracy Fund, about how poll watching works and a history of voter intimidation at the polls.
Hurricane Sally Victims In Florida Seek Federal Help
Floridians affected by Hurricane Sally are frustrated that they’re getting no federal help. Meanwhile, Alabama received more than $11 million in individual aid to storm victims.
American And United Airlines Announce Layoffs As Federal Payroll Support Runs Out
Tens of thousands of flight attendants, airplane mechanics and agents are awaiting critical aid from Congress. NPR discusses how the airlines could regroup and what recovery will look like for them.
Wisconsin Health Officials Worry About Coronavirus Surge As Cold Weather Nears
Wisconsin is facing a spike in coronavirus cases. Health officials say weddings, parties and youth sports are among contributing factors and worry about the coming cold weather driving people indoors.
School Districts Rethink Attendance Policies To Accommodate Pandemic Realities
Attendance is one of the most important factors that determine a student’s success, and daily head count is crucial to school funding. But in the pandemic, schools have to rethink attendance policies.
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