Why Lowering Student Loan Interest Rates Isn't A Game Changer
Hillary Clinton wants people with student loan debt to pay lower interest rates. That kind of assistance may not help the people who need it most.
Politics
Obama On Iran Deal: 'Attitudes Will Change'
In an interview with NPR, President Obama said once people see the nuclear deal in action, they will "recognize that whatever parade of horribles was presented in opposition have not come true."
Where Presidential Candidates Stand On Climate Change
The majority of Americans favor government action, but the candidates — and big donors — differ greatly. Here is what they've said on the topic, beginning with whether climate change is real.
U.S. Air Force To Send Warplanes To Europe For Training Missions
The Air Force plans to send more warplanes for training exercises with Eastern European allies amid growing concern Russia is beefing up armaments along the border with those NATO allies.
Breaking Down The GOP Debate: Who Surprised, And Who Played It Safe?
It's the day after the first Republican presidential debate. Where do the candidates go from here? Who can build on momentum from the night? Who needs to recover from missteps?
A Year After Ferguson, Obama Tells NPR He Feels 'Great Urgency'
In an interview with Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep, the president rejects the suggestion that political considerations put race relations on the back burner in his first term.
Block The Vote: A Journalist Discusses Voting Rights And Restrictions
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 outlawed racial discrimination in voting. But author Ari Berman says a 2013 Supreme Court ruling blocks the act's enforcement — and opened the door for new restrictions.
'Ideological' Or 'Illogical': President Obama Responds To Iran Deal Critics
In an interview with NPR to be broadcast this week, the president spoke strongly of his critics, including some in his own party. He also talked about letting his passions show more in his sixth year.
With Climate Change Plans, Democratic Candidates Aren't Just Courting Voters
The vast majority of Democratic voters believe that something needs to be done to combat climate change. So, the party's presidential candidates have been racing to tout their environmental plans — and to court environmentalist megadonor Tom Steyer.
Alabama Cuts Funding To Planned Parenthood
It's the third state to cut funds to the women's health organization over a series of sting videos. NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks to correspondent Jennifer Ludden.