Bernie Sanders Revives Debate Over Single-Payer Health Care
Democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders has revived the debate over a single-payer health care system. NPR explores the arguments for and against it.
Politics: Issues
Once Upon A Time, Congress Cut Deficits; Now CBO Says That's Over
Back in the old days, say 2011, political leaders talked about, and acted upon, worries involving federal borrowing. But a new CBO report shows deficits surging — even as political attention drifts.
For Growing Partisan Divide, The Bridge Is Still Out
President Obama has spoken frankly about his regret at the broken politics in America, and he's not alone in his concern. There's no shortage of finger-pointing about the roots of the partisan rancor.
Democratic Race Transforms Into Battle Of Sharp Contrasts
As voting nears and polls suggest a tightening race, the leaders for the Democratic presidential nomination are sharpening their focus on one another.
Clinton, Sanders Get Tough On Policy Differences In Close Iowa Race
The Democratic presidential candidates are in Iowa Monday, three weeks ahead of the caucuses. With polls showing a tight race, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders are highlighting differences.
State Of The Obama Economy: Far Better, But Still With Many Troubles
The economy has improved dramatically in the Obama era. But problems still abound because of the soaring national debt, a deformed tax code, shrunken paychecks and a growing skills gap.
Republicans Want To Change The Conversation About Poverty
Sen. Tim Scott hosted a forum on poverty for presidential candidates on Saturday. He talks about why he wants to change the way the Republican Party talks about the issue.
Economy And Immigration: What's Dividing Republicans
Amidst major economic development and an immigration influx, a trip to Charlotte, N.C., reveals trends within the Republican Party that are taking place across cities facing similar issues.
Research Suggests Gun Background Checks Work, But They're Not Everything
Recent studies have found that background checks can help curb gun violence. In recent shootings, though, evidence is tougher to see.
The Employment Outlook For 2016 Is Looking Much Brighter
The Labor Department's latest jobs report provided reassurance that the domestic economy is on track for 2016. That was welcome news, given all of the gloomy reports coming out of China.