Navajo Reservation Files Lawsuit Over Mail-In Voting In Arizona
In a lawsuit over voting by mail in Arizona, plaintiffs say timely mail delivery is not a given on a remote Navajo reservation and are demanding changes.
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Vice Presidential Debate Preview
Vice President Pence and Democratic vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris are set for a debate on Wednesday in Utah. NPR discusses what is at stake for each of them.
Kamala Harris' Chief Of Staff On The Strategy For Vice Presidential Debate
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Karine Jean-Pierre, chief of staff for vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris, about the strategy and safety precautions going into Wednesday's debate.
How Maine's Ranked-Choice Voting System Works
In Maine, polls show a close contest between Republican Sen. Susan Collins and Democrat Sara Gideon. One factor in determining the winner may be the state's ranked-choice voting system.
'It Is Reckless.' Trump Placing White House Staff At Risk Of COVID-19, Author Says
The White House has outlined steps it's taking to protect staff, but Kate Andersen Brower, author of The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House, says there is ample cause for concern.
Former Public Officials Group To Spend $20 Million To Highlight Secure Elections
The public education campaign highlights "the country's ability to hold safe and secure elections during the coronavirus pandemic" amid President Trump's efforts to discredit the outcome.
Beyond Plexiglass: Scientists Say This Simple Solution Could Keep VP Debate Safer
Since the coronavirus can spread through the air, scientists say plexiglass barriers alone may not be enough protection. But a contraption using duct tape, HEPA filters and box fans could help a lot.
White House Eyes Piecemeal Pandemic Aid After Trump Ends Talks On Overall Package
But a top aide to Speaker Nancy Pelosi tweeted that she spoke to the treasury secretary Wednesday about a standalone measure to help airlines. A previous attempt to do this failed amid GOP opposition.
NPR Special Report: Voting In America
The 2020 election is taking place during a pandemic, in a vicious political season and amid an unprecedented lack of trust in the voting system.
Getting Lots Of Political Messages On Your Phone? Welcome To 'The Texting Election'
Texting has become a cheap and easy way for political campaigns to reach out to voters. But not everyone's happy about it.