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Meghan Markle's Netflix show angered critics. This columnist says she knows why
by Michel Martin
The former Meghan Markle's Netflix show has caused a stir among critics and social media users. A columnist tells NPR she knows why seeing the Duchess of Sussex flex her lifestyle bothers people.
Udall Cousins Elected To Senate In N.M., Colo.
Democrat Tom Udall of New Mexico and Democrat Mark Udall of Colorado were elected to the Senate. The cousins beat their Republican opponents. They discuss their victories with Steve Inskeep, as well as how things are going for the Democratic Party in New Mexico and Colorado.
Udall Cousins Elected To Senate In N.M., Colo.
Democrat Tom Udall of New Mexico and Democrat Mark Udall of Colorado were elected to the Senate. The cousins beat their Republican opponents. They discuss their victories with Steve Inskeep, as well as how things are going for the Democratic Party in New Mexico and Colorado.
Democrat Hagan Beats Incumbent Sen. Dole
Relative unknown Kay Hagan has defeated Republican Sen. Elizabeth Dole of North Carolina. A year ago, Dole was heavily favored to win the election. Hagan talks with Renee Montagne about why voters chose her over Dole.
Democrat Hagan Beats Incumbent Sen. Dole
Relative unknown Kay Hagan has defeated Republican Sen. Elizabeth Dole of North Carolina. A year ago, Dole was heavily favored to win the election. Hagan talks with Renee Montagne about why voters chose her over Dole.
Barack Obama Wins Historic Election
by Mara Liasson
Barack Obama is promising supporters that "change has come." After his historic election as the nation's first black president, Obama promised to be a president for all Americans — including those who voted against him. In Arizona, McCain told disappointed supporters, "The American people have spoken, and spoken clearly."
Exit Polls: Economy Dominated Issues
Analysts will be going over exit polls for some time to come. There is valuable information to be gleaned from them. More than six in 10 voters picked the economy as the most important issue facing the nation.
Exit Polls: Economy Dominated Issues
Analysts will be going over exit polls for some time to come. There is valuable information to be gleaned from them. More than six in 10 voters picked the economy as the most important issue facing the nation.
Sen. Ensign: Economy Hurt GOP Candidates
It's been a tough election cycle for Republicans. Sen. John Ensign of Nevada is chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee. He tells Steve Inskeep that Republicans have to regroup and get back to core principles like fiscal responsibility and limited government. Ensign says over the past couple of years, Republicans in Congress have been spending money almost as fast as Democrats.
Sen. Ensign: Economy Hurt GOP Candidates
It's been a tough election cycle for Republicans. Sen. John Ensign of Nevada is chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee. He tells Steve Inskeep that Republicans have to regroup and get back to core principles like fiscal responsibility and limited government. Ensign says over the past couple of years, Republicans in Congress have been spending money almost as fast as Democrats.
Reid: Voters Want Congress To Get Things Done
When Barack Obama and running mate Joe Biden take their oath of office on Jan. 20, Democrats will control both the White House and Congress for the first time since 1994. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada tells Steve Inskeep that voters want change, and they want Congress to get things done.
Youngsters Rocked The Vote
by Allison Keyes
It has been a long campaign to the White House. In the two years that preceded Tuesday's voting, young people provided a boost of enthusiasm and excitement to Barack Obama's campaign. Organizations like Rock the Vote and student groups were important on campus for Democrats and Republicans.
Reid: Voters Want Congress To Get Things Done
When Barack Obama and running mate Joe Biden take their oath of office on Jan. 20, Democrats will control both the White House and Congress for the first time since 1994. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada tells Steve Inskeep that voters want change, and they want Congress to get things done.