Florida Gov. DeSantis leads a nationwide shift to politicizing school board races
Governor Ron DeSantis is reshaping school boards in Florida. He's exerting control over local school policies, including how they teach children about race and sexual orientation.
Using Social Media To Get Help To Where It's Needed
Last month's earthquake in Mexico destroyed many buildings and killed hundreds of people. But out of the chaos a hashtag was born that connected those offering help with those who needed it the most.
Pussy Riot's Masha Alyokhina Recounts Time In Prison In 'Riot Days'
Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Masha Alyokhina, a member of the band Pussy Riot, who was sentenced to two years in prison after playing a protest song in a Moscow cathedral in 2012.
Fitting Memphis Into The Southern Narrative
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to writer and sociologist Zandria Robinson about the racial tensions that still exist in Memphis.
How The Tax Code Affects Minorities
Republicans have put out a blueprint for their tax overhaul. Professor Dorothy Brown of Emory University tells NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro it favors wealthy white Americans over minorities.
The Call-In: Elder Care
We hear from listeners about their decisions about elder care for themselves and parents. And Brian Lee of Families for Better Care talks about what people should know.
A Year Of Scrutiny For Redistricting
Debates over gerrymandering are leading to redistricting overhaul efforts and legal battles around the country. One Wisconsin case could change the way district lines are drawn nationwide.
Recovering From Hurricanes In Texas, Florida, Puerto Rico
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro checks in with Beaumont, Texas, Mayor Becky Ames, Mayor Craig Cates of Key West, Fla., and former Puerto Rico Sen. Ramon Luis Nieves about recovery efforts after hurricanes.
Weekend Politics: Graham-Cassidy, Trump Vs. Athletes
We look at the future of the Republicans' last-ditch effort to repeal the Affordable Care Act and a war of words between Trump and pro sports athletes.
Trump And Athletes Trade Words On Twitter
Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Howard Bryant of ESPN about President Trump's comments about players who don't stand for the national anthem and the ensuing backlash.
The President's Wingman
At the U.N. General Assembly, diplomacy isn't forged by formal speeches alone. NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Spencer Geissinger about his experience prepping President George W. Bush.