Chileans weigh a new constitution
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Chilean journalist Francisca Skoknic about the upcoming vote to approve or reject a new constitution for the South American country.
Facing Growing Pressure, Biden Responds To Assault Allegations
Joe Biden's denial of a sexual assault allegation forces Democrats to balance believing women and believing their candidate.
Outbreak Voices: Waiting On Unemployment, Feeling Like A 'Loser'
Jennifer Riley lost her job as an occupational therapist right as the pandemic began to escalate. She's been unable to collect unemployment because claims in Florida are so backlogged.
VA Says It's Getting More Masks For Staff; Workers Say They're Still Unsafe
The Department of Veterans Affairs has been criticized for its lack of preparation and response to the coronavirus crisis and how its serving its vulnerable population.
Week In Politics
NPR's Ron Elving and Scott Simon talk about Joe Biden's response on MSNBC to a sexual assault allegation against him. Plus, the latest on President Trump's handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
Augusta Mayor Pushes Back On Georgia's Reopening: 'We're Woefully Behind'
The state has eased its coronavirus restrictions on a number of businesses, despite failing to meet White House criteria. Hardie Davis Jr. is one of several local leaders who have criticized the move.
Saturday Sports: NFL Draft Satisfies When Games Can't
The NFL draft does a great job of distracting fans who've been missing sports. Plus: Notre Dame's Muffet McGraw retires after coaching women's basketball for 33 years.
Author Phuc Tran On Fitting In As A Refugee Boy In America
The author of the new memoir, Sigh, Gone, fled Saigon with his family in 1975, and faced rejection and bullying in the Pennsylvania town where he grew up.
A Writer Taps The Power Of Narrative At A Massachusetts Hospital
Suzanne Koven, a medical doctor and Massachusetts General Hospital's first writer in residence, says the healthcare center is the setting for thousands of real-life stories.
Outbreak Voices: A Crisis Shuts Down Senior Year
New York City high-schooler Ishah Diop is upset her senior year ended due to the pandemic. New Orleans history teacher Chris Dier understands: Hurricane Katrina ended his senior year before it began.
Experts Concerned Over U.S. Dependence On Foreign Drug Manufacturers
A majority of pharmaceuticals sold in the U.S. are made in other countries. Critics say the pandemic shows us why that's a bad idea.