Women Veterans Show Off Fighter Jets In Campaign Ads, But Also Their Minivans
This year, 12 women veterans are nominees for the House. Many are highlighting not only their military service, but their experiences as mothers.
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Illinois Gov. Candidate Removed Mansion's Toilets To Dodge Taxes, Report Finds
J.B. Pritzker had five toilets removed so a property would be classified "uninhabitable" on his taxes, according to the Cook County inspector general. Pritzker says he will repay the county $330,000.
Poll: Amid Kavanaugh Confirmation Battle, Democratic Enthusiasm Edge Evaporates
A new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll finds that amid the Brett Kavanaugh Supreme Court confirmation battle, the share of Republicans saying the 2018 midterms are "very important" has spiked.
Obama Endorses More Democratic Midterm Candidates — From Congress To State Houses
The former president voiced support for 260 Democrats, up and down the ballot, a majority of whom are women. He's put a focus on races that could have an impact on redistricting in the near future.
Author Of 'The Apprentice' Talks Of Getting Trolled And Sourcing Stories
Pulitzer prize-winning reporter Greg Miller reflects on his experience investigating the Trump campaign's ties to Russia — and what it's like to hear President Trump's comments on his stories.
How Will The Kavanaugh Controversy Play Into Midterm Elections?
NPR's Michel Martin considers the implications of the Kavanaugh controversy for the midterms and beyond, with Republican commentator Mary Kate Cary and former Obama campaign strategist David Axelrod.
Kurdistan Election
The Kurdistan region of Iraq is holding elections for a regional parliament, the first such election in five years.
Republicans Push Kavanaugh Nomination Forward, But At What Cost?
With the midterms looming and women — especially Democratic women — already fired up, Republicans are taking a risk in continuing to back Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh.
There's A $500,000 Gender Gap When It Comes To Campaign Fundraising
In the 67 Republican-held House districts that Democrats have the best chance of winning this fall, male Democratic candidates raised an average of about $500,000 more than women candidates.
Young, Unmarried And Ready To Vote? We Want To Hear From You
NPR's Morning Edition wants to talk with unmarried people in their 20s who are at some kind of pivotal moment in their life or approaching a big life decision.