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There's a long history of accusations of outside players influencing student protests
The refrain of malign outside influence has been common from school and government authorities during this wave of pro-Palestinian protests. This concept of hijacked activism has a long history.
How 'Open Carry' Laws In North Carolina Apply To Keith Lamont Scott's Case
by NPR Staff
Prof. Joseph Kennedy of the University of North Carolina School of Law explains how the state's open carry laws relate to the Keith Lamont Scott case playing out in Charlotte, NC.
What Does It Take To Win A Debate? A Meaningful Exchange Can Make A Difference
by NPR Staff
The first presidential debate is Monday, both candidates hoping to do well. But what does it mean to "win" a debate? American University history professor Allan Lichtman explains.
Clinton, Trump To Face Off At New York's Hofstra In First Presidential Debate
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton square off in their first debate Monday night, with high stakes for both candidates.
Twitter To Help Provide Context To Moderators In Monday's Presidential Debate
by NPR Staff
Adam Sharp, head of News and Government at Twitter talks to Michel Martin about the role of Twitter during Monday's presidential debates.
After Mall Shooting Kills 5, Police On The Hunt For The Gunman
Michel Martin talks to KUOW reporter Ross Reynolds on the latest on the manhunt for a gunman who killed five people Friday night in a shopping mall in Burlington, Wash.
In Charlotte, Recent Shooting Roils Police-Community Relations
This week, police in Charlotte, N.C., shot and killed a black man. The shooting has spurred days of protests. Michel Martin speaks with Rev. William Barber II, president of the North Carolina NAACP.
Charlotte Police Announce Plans To Release Footage Of Shooting
Michel Martin speaks with reporter Nick de la Canal of member station WFAE in Charlotte, N.C., about what's happening in the city after police shot Keith Lamont Scott earlier this week.
Barbershop: Police Shootings And Race Relations
In the barbershop, contributors comment on the news making the rounds this week: Ron Christie, Arun Venugopal and Jolene Ivey, former representative of the Maryland House of Delegates, join the panel.
A Glimpse Of History, As Museun Of African-American History Opens
The National Museum of African-American History and Culture opens on the National Mall on Saturday. NPR's Sam Sanders talks to visitors and tells us what it was like on the first day.