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Chileans weigh a new constitution
by Scott Simon
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.
Week In Politics
by Ron Elving
Legislation to provide disaster relief is hung up in the House. State legislatures are restricting abortion rights. And the Supreme Court blocked new congressional maps for Michigan and Ohio.
The U.K. After May
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Sebastian Payne, Financial Times political correspondent, about the coming resignation of Prime Minister Theresa May and the candidates who could replace her.
ISIS Fighters On Trial In Kurdish Territory
by Jane Arraf
Support is growing in Europe for an international tribunal to try ISIS suspects in Iraq or northeast Syria. A Kurdish trial reveals how those tribunals may work.
Global Rise In Nationalism Challenges Germany, A Nation Built On Partnerships
by Joanna Kakissis
NATO and the EU have given post-war Germany an identity and framework in which to thrive. With nationalism fraying alliances, Europe's heavyweight finds itself uncomfortable in an unpredictable world.
Iran Debate Intensifies
Does the hawkish rhetoric about Iran threaten to turn into an open conflict? NPR's Scott Simon speaks to former national security adviser Susan Rice about the internal tensions inside the White House.
Widows Of Police Suicide Speak Out
More police officers now die by suicide than in the line of duty. NPR's Scott Simon talks with the widows of four officers who took their own lives about losing their husbands to suicide.
Candidates Fight Early For Pennsylvania
by Don Gonyea
Pennsylvania is the single biggest, must-win battleground state in the 2020 general election. Even though the primary is held in April, candidates are already campaigning like the vote is soon.
Short Stories In 'Orange World'
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with author and Pulitzer Prize finalist Karen Russell about her new, otherworldly, collection of short stories, Orange World.
The Chateau Marmont's Place In Hollywood History
NPR's Scott Simon discusses the glamorous LA hotel Chateau Marmont with Shawn Levy, author of The Castle on Sunset.