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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.
Helping Refugees Is The Test Of Our Times, David Miliband Says
NPR's Scott Simon talks to David Miliband, head of the International Rescue Committee, about his new book, Rescue: Refugees and the Political Crisis of Our Time.
Looking At The House And Senate Tax Plans
by Kelsey Snell
We examine the differences between the House and Senate tax overhaul plans and assess the chances the Republican-controlled Congress can pass a bill before Christmas as President Trump wants.
Trump Talks 'America First' In Asia
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Wendy Cutler, a former U.S. trade representative, about President Trump's "America first" speech at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in Vietnam.
R.E.M. On Reissuing 'Automatic For The People'
The band REM is releasing a 25th anniversary edition of their album Automatic for the People. NPR's Scott Simon talks to R.E.M.'s Michael Stipe and Mike Mills about their hit album.
High School Football In Texas Takes On New Meaning After Shooting
by Leila Fadel
High school football is a big deal in Texas and it's when people come together to cheer on their team. But after last week's church shooting, it's also an opportunity to reflect.
Minnesota's Farmer Crisis Line
by Scott Simon
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture has relaunched its Farm and Rural Helpline to help farmers in the state deal with the uncertainties of a difficult profession. Meg Moynihan discusses details.
Alabamians React To Roy Moore Allegations
by Kyle Gassiott
Alabama voters are learning more about allegations of sexual misconduct by Judge Roy Moore, the Republican nominee for Alabama's U.S. Senate seat.
Praying In Response To Mass Shootings
The words "thoughts and prayers" are often criticized after mass shootings. Scott Simon talks to David French of National Review, who argues prayer can be the most rational and effective response.
Trump Says Putin Denies Russian Election Interference
by Scott Horsley
President Trump and Russian President Putin met briefly during a summit in Vietnam. Trump said he asked Putin about Russian interference in the U.S. election last year and that Putin again denied it.
What Democrats Can Learn From This Week's Wins
Democrats won several state and local elections this week. Progressive superPAC co-founder and ex-Obama campaign staffer David Cohen talks with Scott Simon.
How Russia Weaponized Social Media With 'Social Bots'
by Eric Westervelt
Congress held hearings last week on how Russia used social media to interfere with the presidential campaign. One key tool they used was "bots," computer programs that act like real people online.