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After Iowa: the GOP Survival Test in New Hampshire Feb 04, 2016

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Monday's unexpected results in Iowa shook up Republican Party politics. This coming Tuesday, New Hampshire voters could bring some campaigns to an end while giving new life to others. We check out the action.

Will the Feminist Vote Make a Difference in 2016? Feb 03, 2016

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Hillary Clinton might become the first woman president, but some likely voters say she's not the embodiment of "feminist" ideals.

Iowa Caucus Results as New Hampshire Looms Feb 02, 2016

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Last night's Iowa caucuses helped to clarify the campaigns of both political parties -- but not enough for confident predictions about what's next. We hear about the upcoming challenges for candidates claiming victory — and those perceived to have lost.

Zika: The Great Unknown Feb 01, 2016

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The World Health Organization today declared the spread of the Zika virus a public health emergency… but said that travel restrictions are not necessary. It's still not clear if the illness causes birth defects, and US health officials say there's no crisis here yet.

It's Down to the Wire in the Iowa Caucuses Jan 29, 2016

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Three days before the Iowa caucuses, the presidential nomination campaign is more chaotic than ever… with Donald Trump staging his own show instead of debating opponents. We hear what's at stake for Republicans, and for Democrats, in what's only the first stop in what could be a long road to nomination.

Juvenile Justice: When Should Youths Be Tried as Adults? Jan 28, 2016

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The US Supreme Court has ruled that "kids are different," but thousands of juveniles are still being tried as grown-ups. They're often confined with adult prisoners—even when their crimes are not serious or violent. We hear how the war on crime eroded juvenile justice.

Rising Wealth Inequality and the Race for the White House Jan 27, 2016

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Democrat Bernie Sanders wants to raise taxes, even if they punish the rich. Donald Trump is rich — but he still has the support of Americans worried that the economy has left them behind. We hear how economic inequality is playing a role in the presidential campaign.

Can the EPA Be Trusted with Our Public Health? Jan 26, 2016

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Corporations and politicians of both parties accuse the EPA of stifling the economy with excessive regulation. But crises are raising a different question: does the EPA have enough authority and sufficient resources to protect public health and the environment?

What's the Future for US Diplomacy in Syria? Jan 25, 2016

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As the flow of refugees from Syria's civil war continues, peace talks have been delayed again. The Obama Administration is taking heat for not using military action against the Assad regime, which is supported by Russia. We look at the options.

For GOP "Insiders:" Which "Outsider" Is Worse? Jan 22, 2016

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The staying power of Donald Trump is posing a threat to the Establishment of the Republican Party. So is the campaign of rightwing Texas Senator Ted Cruz. Which of the "outsiders" do the "insiders" hate most… or do the "insiders" still matter?

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