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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.
At Least 3 Officers Shot In Baton Rouge
At least three officers were shot and three injured in Baton Rouge, La. Sunday. NPR's Lynn Neary talks to Steve Hardy of The Advocate newspaper about the latest.
Sports Roundup: Regular MLB Season Resumes
Regular games have resumed after the All Star game last week. Since we're about halfway through the baseball season, NPR's Lynn Neary checks in with Mike Pesca, host of Slate's podcast, The Gist.
A Conversation With Bernie Sanders Supporters
Bernie Sanders endorsed Hillary Clinton for president. But will his supporters vote for her? NPR's Lynn Neary talks to Nicole Castillo and T. Lee Shostack, both Sanders supporters.
Americans Dislike Trump, Clinton, But Chances Are Slim Of A Third-Party Candidate Rising
When so many Americans dislike their Democratic and Republican candidates for president, what about a third-party candidate? NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben discusses those chances with NPR's Lynn Neary.
What To Expect From GOP Convention In Cleveland
The party in Cleveland is about to get started — the Republican party that is. NPR's Lynn Neary talks with NPR's Rachel Martin about the preparations for the GOP convention, which begins Monday.
GOP Convention Speaker Says Mike Pence Can Balance Out Conservative Side Trump Lacks
A parade of speakers begins tomorrow when the GOP convention starts in Cleveland. NPR's Lynn Neary talks with Republican Congresswoman Marsha Blackburn, who will be one of those addressing the crowd.
Trump Names Religious Conservative Mike Pence As VP Pick Ahead Of GOP Convention
Donald Trump and his running mate pick, Gov. Mike Pence, are heading to Cleveland for the Republican Party convention. NPR's Lynn Neary speaks with NPR's Mara Liasson about Trump's choice.
Scholars Argue Prosecutions Against Muslim Liberals Don't Follow Islamic Teachings
by Tom Gjelten
Free-thinking bloggers in some Muslim countries face criminal prosecution and even death for expressing their ideas. There are Islamic scholars who say this is a distortion of what Islam teaches.
Turkey's Government Resumes Control Of Country After Failed Coup
Following an attempted coup, Turkey says that the country is firmly back in the hands of the government. NPR's Lynn Neary speaks with correspondent Leila Fadel, who is Istanbul.
French Authorities Still Investigating Nice Attacker's Motivation
by Eleanor Beardsley
Authorities are piecing together details on the suspect who killed more than 84 people with a 20-ton truck. At the same time, questions persist about security.