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Is Trump's campaign threatening journalistic integrity? Aug 18, 2016

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Donald Trump's presidential campaign is like no other in recent history. His demonstrable lies pose a special challenge to the rules of political coverage. But is "fair and balanced" already a thing of the past?

How local police became tax collectors Aug 17, 2016

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When cities reduce taxes they face cuts in service — and one alternative source of revenue is increased focus on minor crimes with escalating penalties. We hear how that puts municipal finance on the backs of the poor and leads to resentment of the police.

The battle for Aleppo Aug 16, 2016

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Rebels broke the siege of Aleppo — briefly -- but not long enough to ease a humanitarian crisis. It's compared to Rwanda or Srebrenica, ongoing atrocities with the rest of the world standing by.

Trump, the Mormons and a fractured GOP Aug 15, 2016

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Utah has gone almost unnoticed in presidential campaigns, because it's been so reliably Republican Red. Now Donald Trump is turning it into a battleground state. We hear what that has to do with the Mormon Church and how it reveals the depths of divisions within the GOP.

Airline computer glitches gone wild Aug 12, 2016

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When Delta Airlines cancelled more than 2000 flights this week, it sent an unintended message to people planning to fly, for business or pleasure. It could happen to you.

Clinton and Trump lay out their economic visions Aug 11, 2016

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Monday, Donald Trump detailed his plan for a failing economy. Today, Hillary Clinton outlined her proposals for an economy that's doing okay -- even though it needs some improvements. We compare their differences on a defining issue of the presidential campaign.

Voting your heart, swinging an election? Aug 10, 2016

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Libertarian Gary Johnson and the Green Party's Jill Stein are this year's "third-party" challengers to Clinton and Trump — the two most unpopular presidential candidates in recent history. There's almost no chance either one can be more than a "spoiler," but we look at what they offer to millions of unhappy voters.

Cyberwars, voter insecurity and threats of civil unrest Aug 09, 2016

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Al Gore conceded in 2002 even though he had more votes than George W. Bush. Donald Trump is already prepared to challenge the voting system if loses. We look at threats to the integrity of the democratic process.

Will the Black Lives Matter movement force political change? Aug 08, 2016

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As police shootings continue to make news, "Black Lives Matter" has brought race back into the national conversation. Is it a dangerous source of potential violence or the Civil Rights Movement of the 21st Century?

As Zika invades the US, Congress dithers Aug 05, 2016

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Despite warnings about a Zika virus epidemic, Congress has refused to break into its summer recess and appropriate $33 million needed by the end of this month. Money is running out for developing a possible vaccine, as a disease that causes birth defects is beginning to spread.

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