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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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A Majority of Americans Support Roe. That Doesn't Mean They Agree on Abortion.

May 12, 2022
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This Longtime Dem Lawmaker Opposes Abortion Rights. Will Primary Voters Support Him?

May 11, 2022
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Biden's Midterm Pitch: Inflation Is High, But You're Still Better Off With Me

May 10, 2022
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National Abortion Ban Could Come To A Vote If Republicans Win Congress

May 9, 2022
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America Before Roe v. Wade

May 7, 2022
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More Jobs, Bigger Paychecks... And The Risk Of Recession?

May 6, 2022
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Are Other Rights Really At Risk If Roe Is Overturned?

May 5, 2022
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Trump's Endorsement Helps J.D. Vance Win Ohio's GOP Senate Primary Race

May 4, 2022
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The Supreme Court Seems Likely To Overturn Roe v. Wade

May 3, 2022
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More Funding For Ukraine Seems Likely. More COVID Money Seems... Less Likely.

May 2, 2022