In Puerto Rico, Young Voters Are Trying To Shake Up Traditional Party Politics
Politicians have spent decades fighting over statehood but many young voters think it's time to focus on rebuilding a decimated island instead.
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Mass. Governor Announces New Coronavirus Restrictions As State Infections Surge
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker implements new mask mandates and stay-at-home orders as confirmed coronavirus cases surge in the state.
A New Rule Means Some People With Wheelchairs Can't Fly On American Airlines
A new policy from American Airlines, the largest airline in the United States, put a limit on the weight of a wheelchair. Now, many power wheelchairs are too heavy to fly on smaller regional jets.
Nevada Judge Blocks Republican Lawsuit That Sought To Halt Mail-In Ballot Count
The Nevada Republican Party and Trump campaign alleged they could not observe the counting process closely enough. The judge ruled they failed to provide evidence that votes were improperly counted.
Sanctuary Immigrants Take Refuge In Texas Church, Watch Election Closely
President Trump's immigration policies are on the line and many are hoping Joe Biden will follow through on pledges to help immigrants and asylum-seekers if he wins the election.
'More Conservative Than Attila The Hun': Kelly Loeffler's Push To Keep Senate Seat
The wealthy businesswoman replaced Georgia Republican Sen. Johnny Isakson who resigned last year. Now she's running in a crowded special election to serve out the remaining two years of his term.
Pelosi On What To Expect After The Election
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi about prospects for a pandemic relief package passing after the election and the agenda Democrats might pursue in the next Congress.
How To Lose An Election: A Brief History Of The Presidential Concession Speech
There's no legal or constitutional requirement that the loser of a U.S. presidential election must concede. But the public concession speech is an important tradition, perhaps now more than ever.
Montana Sees One Of The Most Competitive Gubernatorial Races In The Country
Trump carried Montana by 20 points in 2016. But the state is full of split-ticket voters and has had a Democratic governor for 16 years. This year the seat is open, and the race is close.
'How To Citizen With Baratunde' Podcast Offers Lessons On Fulfilling Civic Duties
NPR's Audie Cornish speaks with Baratunde Thurston, host of the podcast How to Citizen With Baratunde, about the steps people should take beyond voting to engage in their civic duty.