Kentucky Governor Encourages Mask Use And Vaccinations As Delta Variant Spreads
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat, about the rising COVID-19 cases in his state - and what can be done about it.
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Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Makes It To Senate Floor
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Sen. Mike Rounds, R-S.D., a member of the bipartisan team which developed the new $1 trillion infrastructure spending package.
Some States Are Working To Prevent COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates
The vast majority of these laws apply only to state and local governments, meaning private schools and employers could still require people to get vaccinated.
Amid Anti-Asian Hate, AAPI Candidates Aim To Smash Stereotypes And Lead Their Cities
Three big cities might have their first Asian American Pacific Islander mayor next year. These candidates aren't just breaking barriers, they're fighting stereotypes at the root of anti-Asian hate.
For Rep. Cori Bush, The End Of The Eviction Moratorium Is Personal
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Democratic Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri about what it means for families now that the federal eviction moratorium has expired, and why this means so much to her.
It's In — And Big: Senators Unveil $1T Infrastructure Proposal
The over 2,700-page bipartisan bill, finalized Sunday night, includes money for roads, transit systems and high-speed internet access. It's the first phase of President Biden's infrastructure plan.
Pelosi, Democrats Call On Biden To Extend Eviction Ban
House Democratic leaders called the extension a "moral imperative" to prevent Americans from being put out of their homes during a COVID-19 surge. Some 3.6 billion Americans are at risk of eviction.
Mexico Referendum Puts Vague Question To Voters
Mexico is holding a referendum on whether to put past presidents on trial for graft, corruption and other crimes. But some critics are calling it a farce.
'Documented Dreamers' Live Their Lives In The U.S., Then Face Self-Deportation At 21
Pareen Mhatre's family filed for green cards, but Pareen doesn't qualify. She talks to Lulu Garcia-Navarro about how some immigrants "age out" of their status.
Black Leaders Question Whether Biden Will Fulfill Campaign Promises To Black Voters
Some Black leaders are questioning whether President Biden truly has their community's back on issues like police reform and voting rights.