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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.
'One More' For Sinatra, Who Took A Stand In Gary, Indiana
by Scott Simon
Frank Sinatra was born 100 years ago. NPR's Scott Simon remembers a moment when the singer tried to stop a strike by white students in Gary, Indiana who didn't want their high school to be integrated.
Draft of Final U.N. Climate Deal Reached
Delegates at the U.N. climate talks in Paris have agreed on final draft text for a deal to curb global warming. NPR's Christopher Joyce joins NPR's Scott Simon with the latest from Paris.
Donald Trump Takes On A Rising Ted Cruz
by Clay Masters
Donald Trump attacked fellow Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz at a rally in Iowa on Friday night.
Breaking Down Donald Trump's Rise; Hilary Clinton's Edge
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with NPR Political Editor Domenico Montanaro about the busy week on the campaign trail.
Women In Saudi Arabia Can Finally Vote, So Why Is Turnout So Low?
For the first time, women can vote and run for office in Saudi Arabia. Some see it as an important symbol of change. Others aren't even aware of the elections.
NBA's Warriors Maintain Their Golden Streak
The Golden State Warriors beat the Boston Celtics Friday night to maintain their perfect record. NPR's Scott Simon and Tom Goldman talk about the team's winning streak.
Back On Broadway: 'The Color Purple'
Cynthia Erivo stars on Broadway as Celie in The Color Purple. She talks with NPR's Scott Simon about the production, and revisits one of the first songs she sang for an audience: Silent Night.