History
What We Can Learn From Past Government Shutdowns
It's Day 18 of the partial government shutdown, and it's now the third-longest on record. In the 90s, it took President Clinton and House Speaker Gingrich a record 21 days to settle an impasse.
In Newly Found Audio, A Forgotten Civil Rights Leader Says Coming Out 'Was An Absolute Necessity'
Bayard Rustin was an adviser to Martin Luther King Jr. and the organizer behind the 1963 March on Washington. And though he was gay, his legacy remains little known among many in the LGBTQ community.
American Anthem: 'Dancing In The Street'
"Dancing In The Street" is a Motown party song made famous by Martha and the Vandellas, but the song took on a political connotation during the race riots of the 1960s.
How Far Into President Trump’s Finances Will Democrats Dig?
Will new Democratic leadership give the green light to cross the president's “red line?”
Mexican Archaeologists Discover Pre-Hispanic Temple of 'The Flayed Lord'
Stone carvings dating back 1,000 years suggest gruesome rituals tied to beliefs about fertility and long life.
Tell Us: How Is The Government Shutdown Touching Your Life?
The partial government shutdown is rippling beyond federal workers and contractors. If you are seeing effects of the shutdown in your life, work or travel, we want to hear your story.
How A Memphis Food Hall Is Transforming Refugee Lives And The Community
At a time when refugees are feeling less welcome than ever in the U.S., a group of them have built new lives in a Southern city by sharing their food and culture with locals.
Encore: The History Of Government Shutdowns In The U.S.
Earlier this year, when a different shutdown loomed in January, NPR's Ron Elving provided a history lesson on government shutdowns. As the partial shutdown continues, we revisit those of the past.
How Sen. Orrin Hatch Shaped America's Health Care In Controversial Ways
Republican Orrin Hatch is leaving the Senate after 42 years. He led bipartisan efforts to get health care for more kids and AIDS patients. He also thrived on donations from the drug industry.