Politics & Government
State Worker Raises Get Final Approval By NC Legislature
The North Carolina General Assembly has sent four state employee and law enforcement pay bills to Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper's desk.
Debate Stage Cut In Half For 1-Night September Showdown
Three candidates have dropped out in the past two weeks as it became clear they wouldn't make the debate stage. Others who didn't are vowing to fight and say the rules are unfair.
A Brief Political History Of Recessions
Commentator Cokie Roberts talks with David Greene and answers listener questions about the history of U.S. presidents and recessions.
10 Candidates Set For Next Democratic Debate
The final lineup is set for the Democrats' third presidential primary debate. Some campaigns and pollsters have criticized the requirements for appearing on the debate stage.
News Brief: Hurricane Dorian, Democratic Debate, Ireland And Brexit
We have the latest on the impact of Hurricane Dorian on Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Also, a preview of the next Democratic debate and what Brexit means for Ireland.
Why Mattis Left The Trump Administration
NPR's David Greene speaks with Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic magazine, about his interview with Jim Mattis on why he left the Trump administration.
New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Drops Out Of 2020 Presidential Race
"It's important to know when it's not your time," Gillibrand said. She had failed to qualify for September's Democratic primary debate.
Citing 'Health Challenges,' Republican Sen. Johnny Isakson To Retire At End Of Year
In a statement, the senator said his Parkinson's disease was progressing. "I will not be able to do the job over the long term in the manner the citizens of Georgia deserve," Isakson said.
1A Across America: How U.S. Cities Are Tackling The Affordable Housing Crisis
With rents at historic highs in many U.S. cities, some civic leaders bet that denser housing could be the fix.