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Politics
Fascism Scholar Says U.S. Is 'Losing Its Democratic Status'
Yale professor Jason Stanley wrote the book How Fascism Works: The Politics of Us and Them. He talked with NPR about defining fascism and how conspiracy theories play a part.
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Arts & Life
Chadwick Boseman In His Own Words
In his public comments and in interviews with NPR, Chadwick Boseman both sought to inspire and to give thanks, particularly to young Black people.
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National
Jason Wright On Leading The Washington Football Team Amid Multiple Crises
Jason Wright, the new president of the Washington Football Team, comes into his job after reports of widespread sexual harassment at the team. Wright talked with NPR about his plans for the team.
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Politics
Pelosi Calls Lawmakers Back To Block Postal Service Changes
Speaker Nancy Pelosi is calling the House back to vote on blocking the U.S. Postal Service from making operational changes that threaten the timely delivery of mail-in ballots in November's election.
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Politics
Robert Trump, President's Brother, Dies
The White House said President Trump's brother died on Saturday. Robert Trump was described as "the quietest of Trumps."
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Technology
Netflix Is Letting Some People Speed Up Playback. That's A Big Deal For Blind Fans
People who are blind spend a lot of time listening to words. So much that they often prefer to listen at faster speeds, including for TV shows.
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Politics
Postal Workers Decry Changes And Cost-Cutting Measures
As a result of the new postmaster general's plans to shake up the agency, "mail is beginning to pile up in our offices," says Kimberly Karol, a postal clerk and union leader in Iowa.
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National
Indiana Education Head On Reopening Schools: Contact Tracing Is A 'Beast'
School has started up for many students in Indiana, with a mix of in-person and online learning. Superintendent of Public Instruction Jennifer McCormick says contact tracing is a big challenge.
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National
Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia On Losing His Mother To COVID-19
Garcia's mother, Gaby O'Donnell, was a medical assistant for decades. Discussions about her experience in health care influenced Garcia's approach to mitigating the coronavirus in Long Beach, he says.
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National
Atlanta Mayor Defends Legal Face-Off With Georgia's Governor Over Masks
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms' order requiring face masks in her city has prompted Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp to sue. Bottoms discusses the legal battle and plans for schools in the fall.