Ellen Frankman

Takeaway Senior Producer

Ellen Frankman appears in the following:

What a Mistrial Means for The Freddie Gray Case

Thursday, December 17, 2015

The mistrial may complicate the state's ability to try the other officers charged in the death of Freddie Gray, who died in April after he was injured while in police custody.

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A Flip-Flop in Syria? Kerry Backtracks on Assad Regime

Thursday, December 17, 2015

Earlier this week, Secretary Kerry said the U.S. is "not seeking so-called regime change" in Syria, an approach that may complicate the Syrian civil war and the fight against ISIS.

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Picking a Path on Climate Change: Draft Deal Emerges From COP21

Thursday, December 10, 2015

A draft agreement emerged Wednesday from COP21 that showed the potential for a sweeping accord. But there's also a question over whether ambitious standards will be met.

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Muslims, Jews Find Common Ground in Atmosphere of Fear

Wednesday, December 09, 2015

Religious leaders argue that it's time to join together in a search for a solution—a solution that avoids America's dark history with religious intolerance and xenophobia.

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French Ambassador: 'Trumpisms' a Trans-Atlantic Phenomenon

Wednesday, December 09, 2015

In a wide-ranging conversation with The Takeaway, Gérard Araud, France’s ambassador to the U.S., reflects on COP21 and the rising tide of nationalism in the Western world.

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French Voters Push Right in Regional Elections

Monday, December 07, 2015

The vote signals a nationalist trend that hasn't been seen in that nation since the end of World War I.

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Why It's Time to Treat Violence 'Like a Disease'

Friday, December 04, 2015

Another week of mass shootings has brought a familiar routine. One doctor argues that we can stop the spread of violence by using the methods associated with disease control.

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Will India's Prime Minister Act to Save the Planet?

Wednesday, December 02, 2015

Though the goal of COP21 is to shrink the world's carbon footprint developing nations like India want a little extra room for growth. Will Prime Minister Modi act to protect the planet?

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History Rigged? This is Why Some Are Calling COP21 a 'Farce'

Wednesday, December 02, 2015

Some are arguing that the Paris talks are rigged to reach a deal no matter what. Is COP21 more of a photo-op than an indicator of real change on climate policies?

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Clock Ticks Down for Puerto Rico's Debt Crisis

Monday, November 30, 2015

The U.S. territory is grappling with a $72 billion debt crisis, and it has a $354 million debt payment due tomorrow. Can debt negotiators agree on a way out of this ugly mess?

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The Link Between Anti-Abortion Rhetoric & The Colorado Shooting

Monday, November 30, 2015

Three people were killed and nine were injured by gunfire at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado Springs. A local reverend and an Ob-Gyn discuss whether it was an act of terrorism.

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With Downed Jet, Tensions Rise Between Turkey and Russia

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Tensions continue to escalate between Turkey and Russia, after Turkish forces shot down a Russian warplane over what it claims to be Turkish airspace.

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Obama Orders Investigation Into ISIS Intel

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Accusations are swirling that senior intelligence officials were presenting overly optimistic accounts of the fight against the Islamic State.

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How Much Responsibility Does Belgium Bear?

Thursday, November 19, 2015

Belgium, the small country of 11 million, has contributed more fighters per capita to jihad in Syria and Iraq than any other European country.

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How American Cities Are Fighting Terrorism

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

In the wake of the Paris attacks, cities across the U.S. are reconsidering their counter-terrorism strategies.

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The Paris Attacks: Why Everyone's Talking About this Treaty

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Amidst the Paris attacks and the migrant crisis, the decades-old Schengen Agreement that has allowed people to move freely across 26 countries risks being disrupted permanently.

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Heart of Refugee Crisis Faces New Questions After Paris Attacks

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

A Greek passport found near the dead body of one of the gunmen in Friday's terror attacks sheds new light on ISIS's manipulation of the refugee crisis to the group's advantage.

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The Beginning of The End for The Syrian Civil War?

Thursday, November 12, 2015

John Kerry and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will meet over the weekend in Vienna to discuss a diplomatic solution to end the conflict in Syria.  

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What You Know About World War II Is Wrong

Wednesday, November 11, 2015

There are a number of false myths surrounding the events and outcomes of World War II. A new book helps debunk them. 

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An Economic Test for Myanmar

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

A landmark election for the five-year-old democracy of Myanmar may mean new economic hope for a country that is being closely watched by investors.

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