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The Barbershop View: School Law Enforcement, Black Lives Matter And Hillary Clinton

Jolene Ivey, Farajii Muhammad, and Ordale Allen discuss the video of the South Carolina student being disciplined by a deputy, Black Lives Matter interrupting a Clinton rally and more.

The Barbershop View: School Law Enforcement, Black Lives Matter And Hillary Clinton

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#MemeOfTheWeek: 'The Media'

Presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks while Sen. Marco Rubio, Ben Carson, Carly Fiorina and Sen. Ted Cruz look on during the CNBC Republican Presidential Debate at in Boulder, Colorado, on Wednesday. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images hide caption

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#MemeOfTheWeek: 'The Media'

A lackluster performance from the moderators of this week's Republican presidential debate made "the media" the laughing stock of the Internet. We shouldn't be surprised.

Emoticons And Monkey-Butts: The Latest From Hillary Clinton's Emails

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks to guests at the Jefferson-Jackson Dinner on October 24, 2015 in Des Moines, Iowa. Scott Olson/Getty Images hide caption

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Emoticons And Monkey-Butts: The Latest From Hillary Clinton's Emails

Over 7,000 pages of new emails from the Democratic presidential frontrunner's private server show more emails from Sidney Blumenthal along with other humorous notes and observations.

The Week In Sports: NBA's Most Hated, World Series Game 3

As one sport's season comes to a close another is just beginning. NPR's Tom Goldman and NPR's Scott Simon discuss the World Series and take a first look at the NBA season.

The Week In Sports: NBA's Most Hated, World Series Game 3

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Politics Roundup: Paul Ryan, The Budget And GOP Debate

It's been a big week in politics. How will the uproar surrounding this week's Republican presidential debate shake up the race and affect the next debate in November? And what are the prospects for Paul Ryan's speakership in the House?

Politics Roundup: Paul Ryan, The Budget And GOP Debate

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Pete's Diner, Where John Boehner Can Be A 'Regular Guy'

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Pete's Diner, Where John Boehner Can Be A 'Regular Guy'

Boehner has eaten breakfast at the Capitol Hill restaurant for nearly 20 years. "All of us call him John-John. None of us call him House speaker, none of us call him by that," owner Gum Tong said.

Pete's Diner, Where John Boehner Can Be A 'Regular Guy'

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When It Comes To Counterterrorism, Why Bush And Obama Aren't So Far Apart

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When It Comes To Counterterrorism, Why Bush And Obama Aren't So Far Apart

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with New York Times reporter Charlie Savage about his new book, Power Wars: Inside Obama's Post-9/11 Presidency.

When It Comes To Counterterrorism, Why Bush And Obama Aren't So Far Apart

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Week In Politics: U.S. Special Forces In Syria, GOP Presidential Race

NPR's Robert Siegel speaks with our regular political commentators E.J. Dionne of The Washington Post and Brookings Institution and David Brooks of The New York Times. They discuss the White House's decision to deploy Special Operations forces in Syria and how the race for the Republican presidential nomination is shaping up.

Week In Politics: U.S. Special Forces In Syria, GOP Presidential Race

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Asia

How China's One-Child Policy Transformed U.S. Attitudes On Adoption

NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Adam Pertman, president and CEO of the National Center on Adoption and Permanency, about the impact of China's one-child policy on the U.S.

How China's One-Child Policy Transformed U.S. Attitudes On Adoption

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Donald Trump Spent Nearly $1 Million To Get Voters To Wear This Hat

Donald Trump has made hats embroidered with the phrase "Make America Great Again" — an icon of his campaign and frequent giveaway item during his rallies. Robyn Beck/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Donald Trump Spent Nearly $1 Million To Get Voters To Wear This Hat

In addition to a traditional campaign structure, the unorthodox presidential candidate is investing heavily in promoting his brand as a way to attract votes.

Donald Trump Spent Nearly $1 Million To Get Voters To Wear This Hat

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Steep Hikes In Insurance Rates Force Alaskans To Make Tough Choices

Anchorage dental hygienist Victoria Cronquist pays $1,600 a month for a health insurance policy that covers four people in her family. Next year, she says, the rate is set to jump to $2,600 a month. Annie Feidt/APRN hide caption

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Steep Hikes In Insurance Rates Force Alaskans To Make Tough Choices

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Alaskans have the highest rates for health insurance in the country. Many get a subsidy to help defray the cost, but those who don't wonder, increasingly, whether it's time to go without insurance.

Steep Hikes In Insurance Rates Force Alaskans To Make Tough Choices

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RNC Suspends Debate With NBC, Citing CNBC 'Gotcha' Questions

CNBC debate moderators Carl Quintanilla (from left), Becky Quick and John Harwood were widely panned for their questions. The RNC is the latest critic, calling them "inaccurate or downright offensive." Robyn Beck/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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RNC Suspends Debate With NBC, Citing CNBC 'Gotcha' Questions

Cutting a debate tie with NBC News, the Republican National Committee cites "inaccurate or downright offensive" questions during Wednesday night's debate on CNBC.