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Chileans weigh a new constitution
by Scott Simon
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Chilean journalist Francisca Skoknic about the upcoming vote to approve or reject a new constitution for the South American country.
Store Helps Students Find The Right Instrumental Fit
by Kyle Norris
Putting up with the squawks and squeaks of elementary school band takes patience. A Michigan music store is helping kids stick it out by making sure they choose the right instrument.
Veterans Center Opens In LA After Years Of Controversy
by Ina Jaffee
Homeless veterans are finding a new support system in the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center. A new building on the center's grounds will house dozens of homeless veterans.
The Duffel Blog: Like 'The Onion' In Camo
Imagine The Onion with a military focus — that's the The Duffel Blog, a satirical website that pokes fun at the military. NPR's Scott Simon talks to founder and Editor-in-Chief Paul Szoldra.
Ex-NSA Officer: OPM Hack Is Serious Breach Of Worker Trust
Former National Security Agency officer John Schindler tells NPR's Scott Simon the data hacked from the Office of Personnel Management includes personal information that could be used for blackmail.
When Feeding The Homeless Runs Afoul Of The Law
by David Martin Davies
Examining U.S. Anti-ISIS Strategy
NPR's Scott Simon gets reaction from the chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, Republican Mac Thornberry of Texas, to the Obama administration's plan to send more military trainers to Iraq.
Obama's 11th-Hour Push Fails To Sway House On Trade Deal
by Juana Summers
Democrats in the House of Representatives dealt President Obama a blow on Friday, thwarting his push for expanded authority to negotiate a trade deal with Asia.
Hillary Clinton Kicks Off Campaign In First Major Speech
In a conversation with NPR's Scott Simon, NPR's Tamara Keith reports on Hillary Clinton's first big presidential campaign speech today, at New York's Roosevelt Island.