Nation Sep 13 Watch 6:49 Extremism scholar analyzes influence of rhetoric on political violence The assassination of Charlie Kirk is drawing reaction and concern around the world. Kirk's widow Erica spoke for the first time last night, vowing that his movement will not only continue, but grow. Meanwhile, concerns about political violence and security… By Lisa Desjardins, Kaisha Young, Juliet Fuisz
Politics Sep 10 3 ways Americans are trying to overcome polarization Judy Woodruff takes a close look at different communities that are working to bridge today’s deep political divides. By Judy Woodruff
Politics Jul 23 Watch 7:55 GOP and Democratic strategists analyze renewed focus on Trump’s connection with Epstein President Trump marked his sixth month in office this week, touting his policy agenda and transformation of the federal government. But he also faces a public skeptical of his biggest accomplishments and a growing focus on his relationship with Jeffrey… By Amna Nawaz, Ali Schmitz
Politics Dec 30 Veterans caucus in Congress seeks to bridge political divide In a deeply partisan Congress, one group of lawmakers with a shared background is working in a bipartisan way to try to pass important legislation. By Gary Fields, Associated Press
Nov 17 Watch 6:56 How divisions and narrow margins in Congress could present challenges for Trump By William Brangham, Veronica Vela In a major victory for President-elect Trump, Republicans will now control both chambers of Congress after the House was called for the GOP this past week. But this trifecta doesn't guarantee smooth governing, as narrow margins could make passing major… Continue watching
Oct 27 Watch 6:07 How a small but vocal minority of social media users distort reality and sow division By John Yang, Kaisha Young, Veronica Vela Researchers at New York University have concluded that social media is not an accurate reflection of society, but more like a funhouse mirror distorted by a small but vocal minority of extreme outliers. It's a finding that has special resonance… Continue watching
Jul 31 Watch 11:44 Exploring the links between political polarization and declining trust in news media By Judy Woodruff, Connor Seitchik, Ethan Dodd Despite having access to more information than ever before, Americans’ trust in the news has been declining in recent years. Nearly three-quarters of them say the media is making political polarization worse. Judy Woodruff investigates that for her ongoing series,… Continue watching
May 15 Watch 8:38 How the politically diverse Latino community can help moderate U.S. polarization By Judy Woodruff, Frank Carlson, Christine Romo Latino Americans make up nearly 20 percent of the U.S. population and will be a critical constituency for both Republicans and Democrats in swing states. But the idea of Latinos voting as a bloc betrays the diversity of history, culture… Continue watching
Apr 10 Watch 11:47 Division in Oregon highlights growing political rift between rural and urban areas By Judy Woodruff, Sarah Clune Hartman The divide between rural and urban areas in the United States has been growing in recent decades with grievances and political consequences on both sides. Judy Woodruff traveled across Oregon to learn more about that rift for her series, America… Continue watching