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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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Republicans Fear Democrats May Win Senate

Aug 6, 2020
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Different Approaches, Same Pain: Georgia And California Struggle To Curb Covid-19

Aug 5, 2020
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Trump's TikTok Trepidation Troubles Teens

Aug 4, 2020
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The 2020 Battleground Map—With 90 Days Left.

Aug 3, 2020
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Weekly Roundup: July 31st

Jul 31, 2020
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Trump Suggests Unprecedented Election Delay. Congress Isn't Interested.

Jul 30, 2020
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Who Will Joe Biden Pick As His Running Mate?

Jul 29, 2020
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Can The GOP Unite Behind Their Coronavirus Plan?

Jul 28, 2020
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There Are Fewer Than 100 Days Left Till Election Day. Here's The State Of The Race.

Jul 27, 2020
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Weekly Roundup: July 24th, 2020

Jul 24, 2020