Arts Dec 24 How author David Baldacci and his wife are working to counter toxic political discourse By Geoff Bennett, Mike Fritz
Nation Dec 10 Watch 10:20 Reconnecting with people in the U.S. to see how political divisions are affecting them During the past three years, Judy Woodruff has spoken with people across the country whose stories have helped us understand this moment in America. Now, she checks back in with some of them as part of her series, "America at… By Judy Woodruff, Sarah Clune Hartman
Arts Oct 14 Watch 10:26 Former Justice Anthony Kennedy on political division and the state of the Supreme Court Former Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy served on the nation’s highest court for three decades. He was often described as the swing vote in landmark decisions from marriage equality to campaign finance. It’s a label he’s long resisted, even years… By Geoff Bennett, Stephanie Kotuby, Alexa Gold
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 Jun 30 GOP Rep. Bacon of Nebraska cites dysfunction in deciding not to seek reelection Rep. Bacon recently indicated he was considering retiring, saying he wanted to spend more time with family. But when pressed, he acknowledged that divisions within his own party contributed to his decision. By Margery A. Beck, Associated Press
Mar 19 Watch 9:14 Michigan community attempts to heal political divisions deepened by the pandemic By Judy Woodruff, Frank Carlson Five years after the pandemic, the impacts on our politics, public health and civic life continue to be felt across communities. Judy Woodruff spoke to community members in Southeastern Michigan to explore how divisions that emerged during the public health… Continue watching
Dec 30 Veterans caucus in Congress seeks to bridge political divide By Gary Fields, Associated Press 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. Continue reading
Nov 27 Watch 10:14 Exploring how psychology can help bridge political divisions this Thanksgiving By Judy Woodruff, Connor Seitchik Just a few weeks after a divisive presidential election, millions of Americans are preparing to sit down with their families for Thanksgiving. According to some experts, the keys to moving forward lie not in politics, but in psychology. Judy Woodruff… Continue watching
Nov 26 Watch 7:00 Is the political climate influencing a spike in racist incidents? By Stephanie Sy, Karina Cuevas After the election, there was a spike in incidents involving neo-Nazi marches and racist and hateful messages sent online, stoking fear for residents in several states across the country. Black, Latino and LGBTQ+ Americans in at least 25 states have… Continue watching
Oct 22 Watch 4:17 How a Montana proposal to change its primary system could cut down on partisan divides By Stan Parker, Montana PBS This November, voters in Montana will be deciding on two ballot measures that would fundamentally change voting in the state if they pass. If they pass, the state would have non-partisan primaries and a majority-winner requirement for future general elections. Continue watching