Jul 05 Warren says she'd tackle race and gender pay gaps using executive orders By Errin Haines Whack, Associated Press The 2020 Democratic candidate's plan would punish companies and contractors with historically poor records on diversity and equality by denying them contracts with the federal government. Continue reading
Jul 04 In July 4 speech, Trump says U.S. 'stronger than it ever was before' By Associated Press He recited a litany of American accomplishments over its history, including the moon landing 50 years ago. And he promised, "Very soon, we will plant the American flag on Mars."… Continue reading
Jul 04 Watch 6:41 Arthur Brooks on why we hate our political enemies -- and how to stop Arthur Brooks is the former president of the American Enterprise Institute, a conservative Washington, D.C., think tank. Troubled by the level of animosity in the current U.S. political landscape, he's analyzed why we increasingly hate those with whom we disagree… Continue watching
Jul 04 How past presidents celebrated the Fourth of July By Calvin Woodward, Associated Press In modern times, presidents have tended to stand back and let the people party. Continue reading
Jul 04 Michigan Rep. Justin Amash is quitting the Republican Party By Associated Press Rep. Justin Amash of Michigan is the only Republican in Congress to support the impeachment of President Donald Trump. Continue reading
Jul 04 Fourth of July comes with Trump's promise of the 'show of a lifetime' By Darlene Superville, Kevin Freking, Associated Press It's been nearly seven decades since a president spoke on the National Mall on Independence Day. Continue reading
Jul 04 Booker visits Mexico to see asylum seekers By Associated Press Sen. Cory Booker is the second 2020 Democratic presidential candidate to visit Juarez. Continue reading
Jul 04 Harris says busing should be considered by school districts, not federally mandated By Alexandra Jaffe, Thomas Beaumont, Associated Press In Iowa, Sen. Kamala Harris characterized busing as a choice local school districts have, not the responsibility of the federal government. Continue reading
Jul 04 Biden raises $21.5 million but trails Buttigieg in fundraising By Brian Slodysko, Associated Press Former Vice President Joe Biden has raised $21.5 million since launching his White House bid in late April. Buttigieg raised $24.8 million in the second quarter. Continue reading
Jul 03 Watch BONUS Podcast Episode: 'Family Business' from Outside/ In We have a very special bonus episode for you today from our friends at Outside/ In, a podcast from New Hampshire Public Radio about the natural world and how we use it. This episode looks at how Republicans have grappled… Continue watching