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30 Issues: How Would a Democratic Congress Change Immigration Policy?
The Brian Lehrer Show
Are open borders and #AbolishICE actually stances of a potential Democratic House? Rep. Adriano Espaillat discusses his party's plan for immigration policy if they win a majority.
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To Get Approved for Asylum, Some Immigrants Head to the Psychologist
A single psychological evaluation can mean the difference between freedom and deportation. -
Of Pasta and Poughkeepsie: On the Secrets (and Perhaps Limits) to Marc Molinaro's Success
Andrew Cuomo's long-shot challenger has held different elective offices in the Hudson Valley for almost a quarter-century, and he's only 43.
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Does Harvard Treat Asian-American Applicants Unfairly? The Case Goes To Trial
Morning Edition
A federal lawsuit alleging racial discrimination in Harvard University's admissions process goes to court this week. It could have big consequences for higher education. -
Michael Will Cost Insurers Billions, But Won't Overwhelm Industry, Analysts Say
Morning Edition
The storm's costs to insurers will be substantial, Fitch Ratings says, but companies should be able to absorb the losses. Still, communities will be coping with the financial fallout for a long time. -
Warren Releases DNA Results, Challenges Trump Over Native American Ancestry
With a possible 2020 presidential run looming, Sen. Elizabeth Warren released results of a DNA test that found she is primarily of European descent, but likely had a Native American ancestor. -
Up to 75,000 Immigrants Could Face Hard Choice Under Trump Rule
New York City has analyzed how the Trump Administration's proposed new rules for green cards will impact low-income immigrants. -
Your Voice, Your Choice: Essential Information for the 2018 Elections
Find all the coverage and information you need, from WNYC and Gothamist.
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Choreographers Take Center Stage
WNYC's dance critic Marina Harss takes a look at two exciting ballet events taking place in the city this October. -
Phoebe Robinson: There's No Excuse For The Lack Of Diversity In Comedy
Fresh Air
"There are so many talented, amazing people and if you're not booking them, it's either out of laziness or the fact you really don't care," says the co-host of the 2 Dope Queens podcast. -
The Great Rikers Island Art Heist
A Dali painting was hanging in a lobby at Rikers? It gets weirder. - Edit Bucket
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Joan Baez Is Still Protesting
The New Yorker Radio Hour
Joan Baez’s music provided a soundtrack to some of the sixties’ defining moments of political upheaval. Half a century later, she hasn’t stopped trying to change the world with her art.
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Ceci N'est Pas Un Dollar
On The Media
JSG Boggs drew replicas of dollar bills and used them to buy goods and services — until the Secret Service took his fake money out of circulation. -
As E-Scooters Roll Into American Cities, So Do Safety Concerns
Morning Edition
Electric scooters zoom through traffic in many cities these days, and have the potential to take cars off the road. But experts worry that the many riders who forgo safety gear are taking big risks. -
Cities Want Amazon. But Is HQ2 a Good Deal?
Money Talking
The Seattle-based company has said it will decide on its second North American headquarters by year's end.
Music For Your Day
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Weekly Music Roundup: Swamp Dogg, Julia Holter, and First Aid Kit
Soundcheck
Week of September 10: This week, A "Blaze" of Glory, an old Dogg’s new trick, and a Mountain Goats surprise. -
Watch: British Folk Shredder Richard Thompson OBE
Soundcheck
British singer, songwriter, and wicked guitarist Richard Thompson OBE joins us today to unleash solo acoustic versions of new songs from his latest record, the 13 Rivers. -
Watch Now: Fantastic Negrito's Fiery Blues-Soul-Punk
Soundcheck
Fantastic Negrito fuses punk-funk into blues and soul. His latest record, "Please Don't Be Dead," is the sound of survival as music. He joins us to play some of these tunes, in-studio. -
Watch: Unsung Country Legend Blaze Foley in Ethan Hawke Film
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Blaze, a film by Ethan Hawke, brings to life a little-known outlaw country legend, Texas singer/songwriter Blaze Foley. Cast members Ben Dickey and Charlie Sexton join us in the studio. -
Rhiannon Giddens' Speech on Race, Folk Music, and American Identity
New Sounds
Award-winning singer, banjo player and violinist Rhiannon Giddens opened the 2018 Big Ears Festival with a powerful speech on race, folk music, and what American greatness means to her.
