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For Stopping A Pandemic Of Gun Violence, Let's Look To The Flu

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Opinion

Can I Just Tell You?

For Stopping A Pandemic Of Gun Violence, Let's Look To The Flu

We take proactive measures to stop the spread of the flu — so, NPR's Michel Martin asks, why can't we combat gun violence the same way?

For Stopping A Pandemic Of Gun Violence, Let's Look To The Flu

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'Racially Discriminatory Intent' And Voter ID Laws

A federal appeals court struck down North Carolina's voter ID law. Law professor Rick Hasen explains why and what impact it will have.

'Racially Discriminatory Intent' And Voter ID Laws

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Food

John's Water Ice, A Philadelphia Institution

While in Philadelphia for the DNC, Michel Martin visited a South Philly institution to taste a Philly classic: water ice (also called Italian ice). John's Water Ice has been open since 1945.

John's Water Ice, A Philadelphia Institution

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Politics

Trump And Soldier's Father Throw Punches In Media

Khizr Khan, a Muslim and father of a fallen American soldier, criticized Donald Trump at the Democratic National Convention. Trump responded by criticizing Khan's wife's silence.

Trump And Soldier's Father Throw Punches In Media

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Politics

Clinton, Kaine Take Economic Message To Rust Belt

Hillary Clinton and Tim Kaine are campaigning in Pennsylvania and Ohio, talking about the economy. But Donald Trump and the Khan family have dominated the media over the weekend.

Clinton, Kaine Take Economic Message To Rust Belt

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Law

What Went Wrong For Prosecutors In Freddie Gray Case?

None of the six officers facing charges in Freddie Gray's death were convicted. Law professor David Jaros talks about what happened and why police officer convictions are uncommon.

What Went Wrong For Prosecutors In Freddie Gray Case?

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Barbershop

Barbershop: Evaluating The Media's Role This Political Season

The Huffington Post's Ryan Grim, Politico's Susan Glasser, NPR's Mike Oreskes and David Brody of the Christian Broadcasting Network talk about accusations of media bias and how media cover politics.

Barbershop: Evaluating The Media's Role This Political Season

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Thousands Of Firefighters Battle Massive Big Sur Blaze

A car destroyed by the Soberanes fire in Big Sur, Calif. Lodge managers and cafe owners there are facing cancelled bookings after fire officials warned that crews will likely be battling the fire for another month. Terry Chea/AP hide caption

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The Two-Way

Thousands Of Firefighters Battle Massive Big Sur Blaze

After more than a week, a 38,000-acre wildfire on the California coast is still growing, and authorities warn it could burn through August even after it is contained.

U.S. Olympian Kim Rhode Takes Her Shot At History To Dispel Stigma

Kim Rhode takes practice shots with the assist of her father Richard Rhode, who's been her coach for 27 years. Nathan Rott/NPR hide caption

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The Torch

U.S. Olympian Kim Rhode Takes Her Shot At History To Dispel Stigma

If Rio goes well for her, Olympic shooter Kim Rhode could become the first person to medal in six consecutive Summer Games. But Rhode is looking beyond the personal accolades.

U.S. Olympian Kim Rhode Takes Her Shot At History To Dispel Stigma

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Retired Gen. John Allen Weighs In On Campaign With Hillary Clinton Endorsement

This past week at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, NPR's Rachel Martin spoke with retired Marine Corps General John Allen, who offered his passionate support of Hillary Clinton.

Retired Gen. John Allen Weighs In On Campaign With Hillary Clinton Endorsement

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Politics

The Week In Politics

With three months left to election day, NPR's Elise Hu speaks to NPR's national political correspondent Mara Liasson about where the candidates go now, the Trump backlash and worries about an October surprise.

The Week In Politics

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Books

Midnight Release Party Summons Muggles For Eighth Harry Potter Installment

The latest book in J.K. Rowling's series, really a script for a play, "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," went on sale at midnight. We check in with fans who lined up, wands in hand, to get a copy.

Midnight Release Party Summons Muggles For Eighth Harry Potter Installment

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The Oyster's Mighty Comeback Is Creating Cleaner U.S. Waterways

As the wild oyster population resurges, there is an added bonus — our waterways are getting cleaner. Mladen Antonov/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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The Salt

The Oyster's Mighty Comeback Is Creating Cleaner U.S. Waterways

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The farm-to-table movement has caused the farming of oysters — nature's hardworking little water filters — on the East Coast to double in the past six years.

The Oyster's Mighty Comeback Is Creating Cleaner U.S. Waterways

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