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The NPR Politics Podcast

Every weekday, NPR's best political reporters are there to explain the big news coming out of Washington and the campaign trail. They don't just tell you what happened. They tell you why it matters. Every afternoon.

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No Compromise From NPR: Does No-Compromising Really Work?

Oct 18, 2020
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Weekly Roundup: October 16th

Oct 16, 2020
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With Biden Up Double-Digits, Dems Eye North Carolina and Georgia Senate Seats

Oct 15, 2020
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Out Of Bed, On His Heels: Trump Campaigns In Florida And Georgia

Oct 14, 2020
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Barrett Says She Isn't 'A Pawn' — But Won't Commit To Recuse From An Election Case

Oct 14, 2020
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'Doubt It'll Change Any Minds': Senate Goes Through Partisan Motions For SCOTUS

Oct 12, 2020
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How Campaigns Work: Advertising

Oct 11, 2020
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As Senate GOP Demurs On Aid, Women Bear Brunt Of Economic Crisis

Oct 9, 2020
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"Violent Extremists" Planned To Kidnap Michigan Governor, Says DOJ

Oct 8, 2020
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Pence And Harris Go Head-To-Head Over The Pandemic, Taxes, And Healthcare

Oct 8, 2020