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Pete Buttigieg Travels To South Carolina To Try And Reach African American Voters

South Bend, Ind., Mayor Pete Buttigieg has struggled to gain traction among African American voters, a key block in the Democratic primary. This weekend he went to South Carolina to attempt outreach.

Pete Buttigieg Travels To South Carolina To Try And Reach African American Voters

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Democratic Party Leaders Look To Debate To Harness Support In Ohio

Democratic party leaders are using Tuesday's presidential debate to harness the energy of supporters in Ohio heading into the 2020 election.

Democratic Party Leaders Look To Debate To Harness Support In Ohio

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Impeachment Conversation Follows Congress Members Back Home

Members of Congress are talking about impeachment as they visit their home districts this weekend. Some are doing so voluntarily. Others can't avoid the topic.

Impeachment Conversation Follows Congress Members Back Home

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Illinois Rep. Cheri Bustos Explains Her Decision To Back Impeachment Probe To Voters

Illinois Rep. Cheri Bustos' district went for President Trump and she did not back impeachment until the Ukraine scandal. On Friday, she talked to students in her district about the Constitution.

Illinois Rep. Cheri Bustos Explains Her Decision To Back Impeachment Probe To Voters

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Michigan Voters React To Impeachment Inquiry

Democratic Rep. Elissa Slotkin represents a district that voted for President Trump in 2016. She had opposed calls for impeaching Trump but changed her mind. Voters in her district are weighing in.

Michigan Voters React To Impeachment Inquiry

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Remembering Cokie Roberts, 1943-2019

Cokie Roberts Was Devoted To Her Roman Catholic Faith

In addition to her work as a journalist and author, Cokie Roberts was well known as a prominent Catholic. It was part of her public persona, and she didn't hesitate to criticize the church she loved.

Cokie Roberts Was Devoted To Her Roman Catholic Faith

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What Wisconsinites Think Of The Democratic Presidential Candidates

Wisconsin is a crucial state for Democrats to win back in the 2020 presidential election. Voters there share thoughts on the campaign in the wake of the third primary debate.

What Wisconsinites Think Of The Democratic Presidential Candidates

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Debates, Not Voters, Begin Sending Democratic Presidential Candidates Packing

From the Democratic presidential debates hosted in Detroit, candidates (left) Marianne Williamson, Rep. Tim Ryan, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Sen. Bernie Sanders, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, former Rep. Beto O'Rourke former Gov. John Hickenlooper, Rep. John Delaney, and Gov. Steve Bullock. Michael Zamora/NPR hide caption

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Debates, Not Voters, Begin Sending Democratic Presidential Candidates Packing

The field of Democratic presidential hopefuls has begun to shrink in advance of, and because of, this week's debate. The new, more rigorous rules instituted by the party are causing some controversy.

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Biden's Record On Iraq Is More Complicated Than How He Tells It

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden told NPR his version of his decision to vote for use of force in Iraq — and that once the U.S. went to war, he immediately objected. Is this what happened?

Biden's Record On Iraq Is More Complicated Than How He Tells It

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The Field Of Democratic Presidential Hopefuls Is Slowly Starting To Shrink

The race to make the debate stage has created a pseudo early primary for Democratic presidential candidates, changing many dynamics in the 2020 campaign.

The Field Of Democratic Presidential Hopefuls Is Slowly Starting To Shrink

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A Swing District Congressman Changes Stance On Guns

Rep. Adam Kinzinger, R-Ill., has battled against tougher gun controls, but now says he wants stronger background checks, limits on the size of ammunition clips, and new so-called red flag laws.

A Swing District Congressman Changes Stance On Guns

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Dayton Music Festivals Go On As Scheduled After Multiple Tragedies

Dayton, Ohio, is reeling from tornadoes and a mass shooting that killed 9 people. More funerals are scheduled Monday. On Sunday, many turned to music — German and hometown funk — to help them heal.

Dayton Music Festivals Go On As Scheduled After Multiple Tragedies

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SoulCycle Owner, Trump Donors Face Public Shaming

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SoulCycle Owner, Trump Donors Face Public Shaming

Opponents of President Trump are increasing public pressure on those who contribute to the Trump reelection campaign. One major Trump donor faces a call for a boycott of a business he owns, SoulCycle.

SoulCycle Owner, Trump Donors Face Public Shaming

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Boycotts Of Trump Donors Prompt Debate Over Public Shaming Of Political Contributions

Recent boycotts and public shaming of donors to President Trump have prompted a backlash among conservatives and renewed arguments over the transparency of campaign donations.

Boycotts Of Trump Donors Prompt Debate Over Public Shaming Of Political Contributions

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Arizona Democrats View Debates With Hope And Anxiety

Democrats in Arizona flipped a Senate seat last year. Watching presidential candidates debate this week, there was enthusiasm to take on President Trump and stress over the stakes of the election.

Arizona Democrats View Debates With Hope And Anxiety

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