elections

Setting The Scene: Monday's Presidential Debate

12:46pm September 24, 2016

by Brian Naylor

The stage is set for what could be a pivotal moment in the race for president: the first debate between candidates Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. It takes place Monday at Hofstra University.

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Democrat Hillary Clinton, left, and Republican Donald Trump, right, will debate for the first time Monday night.

Your Cheat Sheet To The Issues That Could Come Up In The Presidential Debate

10:16am September 24, 2016

by Scott Horsley

From jobs and taxes to health care and immigration, there are a host of issues that will come up Monday night. Here's what you should know to get smart quick.

Ted Cruz Endorses Donald Trump

8:59am September 24, 2016

Ted Cruz has reversed a long held position and endorsed Donald Trump for president. Scott Simon discusses what the endorsement means with Ron Elving, senior editor for NPR's Washington Desk.

How Will Bernie Sanders Supporters Vote?

8:59am September 24, 2016

Scott Simon speaks to Jeff Weaver, former campaign manager for Bernie Sanders about how the Bernie coalition will vote in November.

Political Trends In Medicine: How Does Election Season Affect Our Health?

8:59am September 24, 2016

NPR's Scott Simon talks politics with Sally Satel, a clinical psychiatrist and medical policy expert. She follows political trends in medicine.

Trade is the one thing that Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump seem to agree on.

Episode 725: Trade Show

10:39pm September 23, 2016

On today's show: The fight over free trade. Come for the man who dreamed of world peace through trade. Stay for Robert Smith in the mean streets of Seattle.

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The U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C.

Donald Trump Unveils New, More Diverse Supreme Court Short List

7:52pm September 23, 2016

by Nina Totenberg

The new list consists of 10 more possible nominees, including a U.S. senator who has refused to endorse Trump.

Trump, Pence Strike Contrasting Tones On Campaign Trail

4:43pm September 23, 2016

by Sarah McCammon

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and his running mate, Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, strike very different tones on the campaign trail.

Presidential Candidates Hold Starkly Different Views On Energy

4:43pm September 23, 2016

Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have starkly different views on energy policies. We hear from the people who are advising the candidates on everything from clean energy to fracking.

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Week In Politics: Police Shootings, Upcoming Presidential Debate

4:43pm September 23, 2016

NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with our regular political commentators David Brooks of The New York Times and E.J. Dionne of The Washington Post and Brookings Institution. They discuss reaction to the police shooting in Charlotte, N.C., and look ahead to the presidential debate next week.