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The program wraps up the week's news and offers a mix of analysis and features on a wide range of topics, including arts, sports, entertainment, and human interest stories.
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Chileans weigh a new constitution
by Scott Simon
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Chilean journalist Francisca Skoknic about the upcoming vote to approve or reject a new constitution for the South American country.
Immigration Deal Remains Sticking Point In Negotiations To Reopen Government
by Susan Davis
Congress is in session, hours after government funding lapsed and a partial shutdown was triggered. An unreachable compromise on immigration continues to be the main hurdle as talks resume.
Democrats Doubt Shutdown Chaos Will Hurt Them In Midterm Elections
The Democrats are betting that voters will blame President Trump for the government shutdown. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Democratic pollster Geoff Garin about his party's strategy.
Who Stops Working When The Government Shuts Down
by David Schaper
What does the federal government shutdown mean for Americans? The mail will still be delivered but some national attractions could be impacted.
How Dangerous Is Misinformation On Facebook?
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Roger McNamee, a former mentor to Mark Zuckerberg and an early investor in Facebook. He believes the company threatens democracy because it has helped spread fake news.
California Mudslide Cleanup Presents New Problems
by Stephanie O'Neill
Cleanup continues in Montecito, Calif., but it's not easy. An emergency order will let Santa Barbara County deposit some of the mud onto local beaches — even as they warn people to stay away.
Out Of Prison, Former Massey CEO Don Blankenship Running For Senator
by Dave Mistich
Now out of prison, former Massey Energy CEO Don Blankenship says he's running for a seat in the U.S. Senate. At a town hall this week, West Virginians didn't appear to hold it against him.
National Politics Plays A Role In South Carolina Election
by Victoria Hansen
In South Carolina, a former Trump campaign staffer won a seat in the statehouse this week. Nancy Mace is also the first woman to graduate from what was once an all-male military school.
The Trump Supporter And The Trump Protester On Their Friendship
Last year, Albert Kiecke came to D.C. to celebrate President Trump's inauguration. His friend Becky Dinsmore came to protest. NPR's Scott Simon talks with them about their friendship and politics.
Blame Game Begins Over Shutdown
by Ron Elving
We talk about what preceded the decision to shut down the government and what happens next.
Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen On Shutdown
Democrats and Republicans are blaming each other for the government shutdown. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Sen. Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat from Maryland.
Democrat Wins Wisconsin State Senate Race In Trump Country
by Rich Kremer
This week voters in Wisconsin elected a Democrat to the statehouse in a special election upset. Gov. Scott Walker called it "a wake up call for Republicans."