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Defiant Trump Exposes More Divisions Within Republican Ranks

4:59pm January 28, 2016

The presidential candidates are in Iowa. Front-runner Donald Trump holds his own event Thursday night after pulling out of the GOP debate. Steve Inskeep talks to Jonah Goldberg of the National Review.

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Veterans Criticize Empty Pledges Of Support By Republican Candidates

4:32pm January 28, 2016

NPR's Audie Cornish talks to Tim Hsia, an Army veteran and co-founder of Service 2 School, who says the candidates are using veterans for political gain without substantively addressing the issues.

Vincent 'Buddy' Cianci, Longtime Mayor Of Providence, R.I., Dies

4:32pm January 28, 2016

by Ian Donnis

The former mayor of Providence, R.I., has died after a bout with cancer. Vincent "Buddy" Cianci was a longtime colorful figure in local politics having served two stints as mayor. He was known for his unpredictable behavior, temper and love for his city.

Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders at a town hall forum hosted by CNN on Monday in Des Moines, Iowa.

Sanders' Health Is 'Very Good,' Doctor Says

4:14pm January 28, 2016

by Scott Detrow

If elected, Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders would be the oldest president ever. His campaign has released a physician's letter that says the 74-year-old is "in very good health."

'The Best And Worst Of Politics': Two-Time Mayor, Felon 'Buddy' Cianci Dies

3:13pm January 28, 2016

by Domenico Montanaro

He was once America's longest-serving mayor. He led Providence, R.I., through a renaissance, but his terms in office — and personal life — were marred by corruption and scandal. He was 74.

The Last Candidate To Skip The Final Iowa Debate? Ronald Reagan

12:29pm January 28, 2016

by Jessica Taylor

Television debates have been a mainstay in presidential campaigns since 1976. Now, the GOP presidential front-runner is taking a big gamble just days before the Iowa caucuses.

Donald Trump waits to be introduced during a campaign event at the University of Iowa this week. With just days to go before the Iowa caucuses, Trump withdrew from the final GOP debate.

6 Questions Ahead Of The Trump-Fox Split-Screen 'Squirmish'

8:40am January 28, 2016

by Domenico Montanaro

Trump commands the spotlight once again as he ditches a Fox News debate. The other cable news networks — which don't have broadcasting rights to the debate — will probably air the Trump event instead.

Idealism Vs. Pragmatism: How Style Divides The Democratic Candidates

8:05pm January 27, 2016

There are policy differences between the two leading Democratic presidential candidates, but those differences are small compared to the gap in style and tone.

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Congress Moves To Tackle Heroin, Prescription Drug Epidemic

8:03pm January 27, 2016

by Ailsa Chang

What is being done to fight heroin and prescription drug abuse in hard-hit states like New Hampshire? What can Congress do to help? Lawmakers tackle the issue.

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Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner Overlooks Budget Crisis In State Of The State Speech

7:29pm January 27, 2016

by Cheryl Corley

Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner will deliver his state of the state address Wednesday. It comes amidst a budget impasse, partisan fighting and finger pointing over cuts to social services and an underfunded pension fund.

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