Assange's Arrest And Free Speech
NPR's Scott Simon talks with the ACLU's Ben Wizner about what the arrest of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange could mean for press freedoms.
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How Shrinking Newsrooms Impact Local Politics
A study in Urban Affairs Review found shrinking newsrooms can potentially impact the number of candidates who run for mayor. NPR's Scott Simon talks to professor Meghan Rubado, co-author of the study.
Journalist David Carr As A Father In 'All That You Leave Behind'
NPR's Scott Simon asks Erin Lee Carr about her father, journalist David Carr, and her memoir, All That You Leave Behind.
'New York Post' Denounced For Publishing Sept. 11 Photo With Rep. Ilhan Omar Words
The newspaper's cover featured an image of the 2001 terrorist attack and a partial quote by Omar about the incident. Fellow lawmakers and activists expressed outrage at the paper's editorial decision.
A Look At Julian Assange's Legacy — And The Surprising Reach Of His Influence
Julian Assange, founder of Wikileaks, was arrested in London Thursday. He is charged with a single count of conspiracy related to the release of secret U.S. government documents in 2010.
'National Enquirer' And American Media's Other Tabloids Are For Sale
American Media announced it is trying to sell its tabloids. The company, CEO David Pecker and the National Enquirer have been embroiled in controversies surrounding President Trump.
News Brief: William Barr, 'National Enquirer,' India's General Election
Attorney General William Barr tells Senate panel he is launching an investigation into the FBI's Russia probe. American Media says the National Enquirer is for sale. Voting begins in India's election.
'National Enquirer' Publisher Looks To Sell Magazines
Host Ailsa Chang speaks to NPR's David Folkenflik about the news that American Media intends to sell its tabloids, including National Enquirer.
American Media LLC Plans To Sell 'National Enquirer'
The National Enquirer has given President Trump favorable coverage. It also is accused of keeping a lid on an alleged Trump affair by paying a woman for her exclusive story and then not publishing it.
'The Atlantic' On Stephen Miller: 'Trump's Right-Hand Troll'
David Greene talks to McKay Coppins, a writer for The Atlantic, about Stephen Miller, President Trump's top immigration adviser, and Miller's role in setting White House policy.