Florida Gov. DeSantis leads a nationwide shift to politicizing school board races
Governor Ron DeSantis is reshaping school boards in Florida. He's exerting control over local school policies, including how they teach children about race and sexual orientation.
Coronavirus Pandemic Leaves Food Banks In Need Of Volunteers
Food banks get a lot of help from volunteers who make meals, distribute food to the needy and help keep things running smoothly. But in the coronavirus era, volunteers can be in short supply.
Distributing A Coronavirus Vaccine Will Bring Some Challenges
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Thomas Bollyky of the Council on Foreign Relations about the challenges of distributing a coronavirus vaccine.
Europe Announces Return Of Resrictions Amid Coronavirus Surge
Europe is trying to battle a new COVID-19 spike with lockdowns. Although the short-term restrictions can be severe, people have free healthcare and income support from the region's governments.
'The Last Shall Be First' Gives A Second Life To Gospel Performances
There is a new collection of old gospel music first recorded by two small labels in Memphis back in the 1970's. It's called The Last Shall be First, and we take a look at how it came together.
Paris Jackson Explores Trauma, Heartache And Healing In Debut Album
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks with Paris Jackson - yes, THAT Paris Jackson, daughter of the late Michael - about her debut album, Wilted.
Despite Losing Her News Job, One Woman Continues To Report On The Election In Georgia
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with journalist Robin Kemp who, despite being laid off from a local paper, continues to report on the vote recount in Georgia.
How The 2020 Election Has Changed Trust In U.S. Democracy
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks with Brendan Nyhan, professor of government at Dartmouth College, about the erosion of democratic norms as some dispute the 2020 election results.
What Will Happen To Trump's Border Wall After Biden Is Inaugurated?
The Trump administration is scrambling to build as much of the border wall as it can before the Biden administration begins.
Politics Chat: Biden's Transition As President-Elect Off To A Rocky Start
Divided government has not been a recipe for compromise and conciliation in recent years, and Americans are increasingly polarized.