Chileans weigh a new constitution
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.
Crowds Unite At Women's March In Boston
As the Women's March on Washington continues in the nation's capitol, people are marching in cities across the world. Deborah Becker of member station WBUR is at the march in Boston.
Artists Produce Great Works — And Great Romances
Catherine Lacey and Forsyth Harmon talk with Scott Simon about some of the 20th century's greatest artists and their love lives. Their new book is called The Art of the Affair.
Lacking An Inaugural Poet, Scott Simon Steps In With A Poem
There was no inaugural poet for Friday's ceremonies, so NPR's Scott Simon picked a poem to mark the occasion: Lawrence Ferlinghetti's Populist Manifesto No. 1.
Women's March Is Reinforcing Divide, Critic Says
Is the Women's March on Washington inclusive? Kay S. Hymowitz, a fellow at the Manhattan Institute argues in a recent New York Times op-ed that it may only reinforce divisions in the country.
Bikers For Trump Roll Into Washington For Inauguration
One of the groups that traveled to Washington, D.C. to celebrate President Trump's inauguration was Bikers for Trump. They rode into the city on their motorcycles.
Friends Of 50 Years Travel To D.C. To Support And Oppose Trump
Inauguration weekend brings a mix of people to Washington, D.C. Scott Simon talks to friends Albert Kiecke and Becky Dinsmore. One supports President Trump and the other will attend the Women's March.
A Day After Inauguration Protests, Demonstrators Prepare For Women's March
Washington, D.C. is filled with visitors for the Women's March on Washington, including young members of the NAACP.
Corporate Leader Brenda Barnes Dies At 63
Brenda Barnes, the former CEO of Sara Lee, has died. She became known for quitting her job as the CEO of Pepsi-Cola to spend time with her family. Scott Simon speaks with her daughter Erin Barnes.
Immigrants In Country Illegally Worry About Sharing Of Personal Information
California has issued driver's licenses to thousands of people living in the country illegally. Now some of those license-holders worry their personal information could be shared with federal authorities.
Thousands Protest Against Trump On Inauguration Day
Various groups protested the inauguration of Donald Trump on Friday.
Senate Confirms 2 Trump Cabinet Members
The Senate approved two of President Donald Trump's Cabinet secretaries after he was sworn in on Friday. More contentious confirmation votes and hearings are ahead.
