Politics & Government
Former Public Officials Group To Spend $20 Million To Highlight Secure Elections
The public education campaign highlights "the country's ability to hold safe and secure elections during the coronavirus pandemic" amid President Trump's efforts to discredit the outcome.
Beyond Plexiglass: Scientists Say This Simple Solution Could Keep VP Debate Safer
Since the coronavirus can spread through the air, scientists say plexiglass barriers alone may not be enough protection. But a contraption using duct tape, HEPA filters and box fans could help a lot.
White House Eyes Piecemeal Pandemic Aid After Trump Ends Talks On Overall Package
But a top aide to Speaker Nancy Pelosi tweeted that she spoke to the treasury secretary Wednesday about a standalone measure to help airlines. A previous attempt to do this failed amid GOP opposition.
NPR Special Report: Voting In America
The 2020 election is taking place during a pandemic, in a vicious political season and amid an unprecedented lack of trust in the voting system.
Getting Lots Of Political Messages On Your Phone? Welcome To 'The Texting Election'
Texting has become a cheap and easy way for political campaigns to reach out to voters. But not everyone's happy about it.
Debate Forces Pence Into Spotlight As Coronavirus Crisis Engulfs White House
The vice presidential debate will be the first time Pence answers questions about how he and Trump failed to stop the spread of the virus to the White House itself.
How Massachusetts Voters View Trump's Handling Of The Coronavirus
Even in this blue state, President Trump is getting both criticism and kudos over how he is handling his COVID-19 diagnosis, and his managing of the pandemic as a whole.
'Let My People Vote' Tells Of One Man's Journey To Getting 1.4 Million Back A Voice
Desmond Meade rose from addiction, homelessness, and prison to run a campaign to re-enfranchise more than one million Florida voters; it's a tale of hope, persistence, and the power of organizing.
Hopes For More Federal COVID-19 Relief Coming Any Time Soon Are Dashed
Stock prices dropped sharply Tuesday after President Trump called on his representatives to stop negotiating with Democrats on another coronavirus stimulus package until after the November election.