T.J. Raphael appears in the following:
The Writing on the Walls: How Three Artists Trolled 'Homeland' and Won
Friday, October 16, 2015
In a recent "Homeland" episode, the wall of a fictional Syrian refugee camp contains Arabic graffiti that calls out the show's racism. One of the artists responsible for it weighs in.
Taliban Targeted Women in Afghan Attack
Thursday, October 15, 2015
In a methodical campaign, the Taliban targeted female activists and women leaders in its latest attack in the Afghan city of Kunduz.
Jury Rules Against Gun Store for Selling Firearm Used to Shoot Cops
Wednesday, October 14, 2015
A number of cases, most recently in Milwaukee, are claiming that gun sellers must be held liable for damages of guns sold illegally.
The Human Body, Redefined
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
A physician by trade, and an explorer by nature, Gavin Francis charts the anatomy of the human body through a series of vignettes published in his new book.
An Uncertain Future for American Journalist Convicted in Iran
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
Jason Rezaian, Tehran bureau chief for The Washington Post, was found guilty in an espionage trial in Iran over the weekend.
With Warships, U.S. Navy Challenges China's Man-Made Islands
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
A retired Navy officer says Chinese maneuvers in the South China Sea are more concerning to the Pentagon than the fight against the self-proclaimed Islamic State.
Decades After 'Dirty War,' Argentinians Find Long Lost Grandchildren
Monday, October 12, 2015
A group called Grandmothers of the Plaza de Mayo has located hundreds of grandchildren who were captured by a tyrannical Argentine government.
Deadly Terrorist Attacks Rock Turkey
Monday, October 12, 2015
No one has claimed responsibility for the bombings, but the Turkish government says ISIS is the focus of the investigation, while the Kurds are pointing fingers at the government.
Professor Resigns Over Campus Carry Gun Law
Monday, October 12, 2015
Dismayed by his state's "campus carry" law, Daniel Hamermesh is giving up his gig as a college professor at UT Austin.
The Rookies: Stories of Candidates Running Democracy's First Lap
Saturday, October 10, 2015
In a special series, The Takeaway profiles five people who are running for local and state elected office for the first time.
The One True Baseball Town: St. Louis
Thursday, October 08, 2015
With the start of baseball playoffs, we examine why the heart of St. Louis belongs to the Cardinals.
McCarthy Abruptly Withdraws from Speaker Race
Thursday, October 08, 2015
In a surprise twist, Rep. Kevin McCarthy abruptly dropped out of the race for speaker of the House of Representatives on Thursday.
Voice of Gun Rights: Mass Shootings Are About People, Not Weapons
Thursday, October 08, 2015
The host of Gun Talk Radio, the only nationally syndicated radio show about firearms, condemns mass shootings, but doesn't believe the U.S. should make it harder for people to buy guns.
Is This the Safest School in America?
Thursday, October 08, 2015
How do you prevent a mass school shooting? One high school in Indiana thinks they have the answer, and it isn't gun control.
Transcription: Broadway In Song, In Sign Language, and On Wheels
Wednesday, October 07, 2015
The stars of the Broadway revival of "Spring Awakening" talk with John Hockenberry about mixing ASL, spoken English, singing, and wheelchair choreography.
Congressman who throttled gun violence studies says he made a mistake
Wednesday, October 07, 2015
With a big budget deal in the works between President Obama and congressional leaders, Congress has a chance to change the ban on CDC research into gun related health issues.
Women Will Finally Get Equal Pay for Equal Work in California
Tuesday, October 06, 2015
Today, California Governor Jerry Brown will sign the Fair Pay Act, legislation that goes much further than any federal measure in ensuring equal pay for equal work.
AG Eric Schneiderman Takes on Volkswagen
Tuesday, October 06, 2015
New York is one of 30 states investigating possibilities of consumer fraud and environmental violations of Volkswagen's environmental deceptions.
Why America's Shipping Laws Are to Blame for El Faro's Sinking
Tuesday, October 06, 2015
American shipbuilding laws explain why El Faro, an outdated 40-year-old ship, was still active, as the search for the 32 remaining missing crew members continue.
Does Football Still Belong in Schools?
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Over the weekend, a New Jersey high school quarterback died after sustaining game-related injuries. Now some are questioning if the game still has a place in schools.