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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.
British and European Officials Strengthen Regulation Of Facebook
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with British MP Damian Collins about British and EU investigations into Facebook and calls to strengthen regulation of the social network.
More Documents Released Describe What Michael Cohen Did
by Carrie Johnson
This week we learned more about the possible fate of Paul Manafort following the surprise collapse of his plea deal with the Special Counsel amid allegations that he lied to prosecutors.
Arkansas School District Criticized For Removing High School Newspaper Article
An Arkansas School District came under fire for taking down a student article exposing unauthorized high school transfers. Jack Williams, a co-author of the article, talks with NPR's Scott Simon.
'Panic': The Documentary That Discusses The 2008 Financial Crisis And Today's Economy
Ben Bernanke, former chairman of the Federal Reserve, joins us to talk about "Panic," a VICE documentary about the financial crisis of 2008, and where the American economy stands today.
Weeks After Containment Of California's Deadly Camp Fire, Survivors Wait For Trailers
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with the head of FEMA's Housing Task Force in California about the agency's slow response to the most recent wildfires in California.
Bush's Accomplishments 'Just Beginning To Be Appreciated,' Says His Chief Of Staff
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with John Sununu. He served as President George H.W. Bush's Chief of Staff from 1989 to 1991.
The Foreign Policy Of George H.W. Bush
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Richard Haass, president of the Council on Foreign Relations, about the foreign policy legacy of George H.W. Bush, who steered a peaceful end to the Cold War.
Ohio Senator Discuss Bill To Reduce Tax Cuts For Auto Manufacturers
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with to Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown about his auto-jobs bill and the GM plant closings.
Week In Politics: George H.W. Bush's Legacy And A Big Week Ahead For The Senate
by Ron Elving
Host Scott Simon talks to NPR's Ron Elving about the death of President Bush and the Senate's big week — there were signs of more efforts to diverge from President Trump's agenda.