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Are the Stakes of Standardized Testing Too High? Apr 16, 2015

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Atlanta educators have been sentenced to jail for cheating. New York parents are telling their kids to opt out of standardized testing. Now, education reform is getting a second look in Washington, with a bipartisan re-write of No Child Left Behind.

Cop Culture in the Crosshairs Apr 15, 2015

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After a series of videos that have gone viral, law enforcement is on the defensive in parts of America. Long-standing accusations of racial bias and abuse of force have been confirmed for many people, while others are taking them seriously for the first time. Officials and politicians are struggling to restore public confidence. We hear conflicting opinions of what needs to be done.

Can the GOP Avoid Another Circus Primary? Apr 14, 2015

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Florida Senator Marco Rubio is just the latest announced candidate for next year's Republican presidential nomination. We hear how his campaign's shaping up against Rand Paul, Ted Cruz — and nine other possible contenders.

Hillary Rebrands Herself for Another Run Apr 13, 2015

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Hillary Clinton's second announcement for President is a low-key contrast to what's described as her "alpha-male style" the first time around. But she's still one of the world's most famous people, hoping to raise a billion dollars between now and November of next year. We see how it looks at the beginning.

One Nation under God…but Since When? Apr 10, 2015

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American values may be compatible with the Christian Bible…but the Founding Fathers insisted on the separation of church and state. Yet many Americans believe they live in a historically "Christian Nation." We hear about a long-running campaign to associate religion and politics.

Is ISIS in Retreat? Apr 09, 2015

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The losses of Kobani in Syria and Tikrit in Iraq are being taken as evidence that the so-called Islamic State is in trouble. Its revenue is reportedly drying up, and untrained recruits are replacing experienced soldiers. But ISIS still spreading terror.

Gay Rights, Religion and Republican Politics Apr 07, 2015

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Republicans are fighting among themselves over religious freedom and America's growing tolerance for the rights of gays and lesbians. We hear what that means politically—from new laws in Arkansas and Indiana to next year's presidential campaign.

Stigma, Depression and the Myths of Violence Apr 06, 2015

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Co-pilot Andreas Lubitz died with 149 others when he crashed an airliner in the French Alps. His mental condition can never be known, but speculation continues. We'll hear about depression, aggression—and how much reporting should be required for pilots, bus drivers, train engineers and others involved with public safety.

"Free-Range Parenting" and the "Nanny State" Apr 03, 2015

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Parents who want their kids to be free, independent and responsible are subject to visits from the police and oversight from child protective service agencies. Is "free-range parenting" a form of child endangerment?

A Parched West Struggles to Adapt to the Realities of Drought Apr 02, 2015

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California is adopting water restrictions for the first time… and that's the problem. It's the first time. Four years of drought have created an emergency, but 19th Century laws and 20th Century practices have created a 21st Century crisis, not just in California, but in much of the West as well.

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