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Don Gonyea Don Gonyea is a NPR National Political Correspondent based in Washington, D.C., and travels throughout the United States covering elections and the country's political climate. His reports can be heard on all NPR programs and at NPR.org.
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I've Been Everywhere: A Political Reporter's Landmark Moment

The morning sun illuminates the Grand Tetons, in Grand Teton National Park, Wyo., Saturday, Aug 27, 2016. Brennan Linsley/AP hide caption

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I've Been Everywhere: A Political Reporter's Landmark Moment

Election campaigns are a great way for reporters to see the U.S. NPR's Don Gonyea checked off visiting state number 50 on a visit to Wyoming, and says it was a great way to mark the milestone.

I've Been Everywhere: A Political Reporter's Landmark Moment

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After Surviving A Nashville Flood, Raul Malo's Gibson Guitar Gets A New Lease On Life

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After Surviving A Nashville Flood, Raul Malo's Gibson Guitar Gets A New Lease On Life

The Mavericks frontman thought his Gibson was gone for good after it was submerged in the 2010 flood. But thanks to a local luthier, the beloved guitar has been restored, ready for more rock 'n' roll.

After Surviving A Nashville Flood, Raul Malo's Gibson Guitar Gets A New Lease On Life

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McCain Delivers Key Health Care Vote — And Then Blasts The Process

Sen. John McCain — who was recently diagnosed with brain cancer — made a dramatic return to the Senate Tuesday and voted yes in the GOP effort to dismantle the Affordable Care Act.

McCain Delivers Key Health Care Vote — And Then Blasts The Process

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The Week In Politics: Spicer Is Out; Scaramucci Is In

It's been a busy week in politics: Sean Spicer steps down as White House spokesperson; investigation into the Trump campaign and Russia continues with new leads, and it was Made In America week.

The Week In Politics: Spicer Is Out; Scaramucci Is In

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George W. Bush And Bill Clinton Talk Leadership In Dallas

The two former presidents have bonded since leaving office. The event was a graduation ceremony at the George W. Bush Presidential Center for the latest group of Presidential Leadership Scholars.

George W. Bush And Bill Clinton Talk Leadership In Dallas

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Donald Trump Jr. Plays Down Russian Lawyer Meeting

The president's eldest son told Fox News' Sean Hannity that he didn't tell his father about a 2016 meeting with a Russian lawyer because it was "nothing ... a wasted 20 minutes."

Donald Trump Jr. Plays Down Russian Lawyer Meeting

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Morning News Brief: Donald Trump Jr.'s Emails, Citizenship For Military Service

Donald Trump Jr. said in an interview with Fox News that "in retrospect," he would have done things differently when meeting with a Russian lawyer last year.

Morning News Brief: Donald Trump Jr.'s Emails, Citizenship For Military Service

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Christie Blasts N.J. Caller: 'I Love Getting Calls From Communists In Montclair'

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has been deflecting criticism over the past week after he was photographed lounging on the beach amid a government shutdown that closed other public beaches. Mel Evans/AP hide caption

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Christie Blasts N.J. Caller: 'I Love Getting Calls From Communists In Montclair'

"You have bad optics and you're a bully," an agitated radio caller told the GOP governor, who's been reeling from missteps and sagging approval ratings.

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Morning News Brief: Uber CEO Resigns, GOP Wins In Georgia, Russia Investigation

Kara Swisher of Recode discusses the resignation of Uber's controversial CEO Travis Kalanick. Also, Republican Karen Handel won a special election in Georgia, dashing Democrats' hopes for an upset.

Morning News Brief: Uber CEO Resigns, GOP Wins In Georgia, Russia Investigation

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Republican Karen Handel Wins Georgia Special Election

Republican Karen Handel has won the special congressional election in Georgia. It was the most expensive House race ever and disappointed Democrats' hopes for an upset.

Republican Karen Handel Wins Georgia Special Election

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Democrat Jon Ossoff Hopes Suburban Atlanta District Finally Elects Non-Republican

This suburban Atlanta congressional district usually elects Republicans. But in what has become the single most expensive Congressional race in U.S. history, Democrat Jon Ossoff hopes to change that.

Democrat Jon Ossoff Hopes Suburban Atlanta District Finally Elects Non-Republican

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Republican Karen Handel Hopes To Win Traditionally GOP House Seat

Voters in Georgia's sixth congressional district vote in a special election on Tuesday to replace Tom Price, who is now Health and Human Services Secretary. Handel was secretary of state in Georgia.

Republican Karen Handel Hopes To Win Traditionally GOP House Seat

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Trump Looms Over Both Democratic And GOP Primaries For Virginia Governor

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Trump Looms Over Both Democratic And GOP Primaries For Virginia Governor

Two Democrats are trying to channel anger against the president to win their party's nomination. The GOP front-runner has worked to sidestep Trump as he faces a challenge from his right.

Trump Looms Over Both Democratic And GOP Primaries For Virginia Governor

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Virginia Democrats Seek Party's Path Forward In Gubernatorial Race

While many elections this year are seen as a referendum on President Trump, in the Virginia gubernatorial race, people are looking for signs about the direction of the Democratic Party. It's the progressive wing versus the establishment wing, and each is staking a claim on the party's future in Virginia.

Virginia Democrats Seek Party's Path Forward In Gubernatorial Race

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