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Libertarians Tap 2 Former GOP Governors For White House

Former New Mexico Gov. Gary Johnson speaks to supporters and delegates at the National Libertarian Party Convention in Orlando, Fla., on Friday. The Libertarian Party nominated Johnson as its presidential candidate Sunday. John Raoux/AP hide caption

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Libertarians Tap 2 Former GOP Governors For White House

The move could give the little-known Party more visibility in a year when many voters say they're open to new options. Gary Johnson of New Mexico and William Weld of Massachusetts will top the ticket.

Libertarians Tap 2 Former GOP Governors For White House

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Libertarian Party Nominates Former Gov. Gary Johnson

At the Libertarian presidential nominating convention this weekend, the party picked former New Mexico Gov. Gary Johnson. Donald Trump's rise in the GOP is giving more attention to third parties.

Libertarian Party Nominates Former Gov. Gary Johnson

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Libertarian Party Set To Pick Its Presidential Candidate

Delegates listen to speeches in the main hall at the National Libertarian Party Convention, Friday, May 27, 2016, in Orlando, Fla. John Raoux/AP hide caption

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Libertarian Party Set To Pick Its Presidential Candidate

The Libertarian presidential candidates held a debate Saturday night at their party convention in Orlando, Fla.

Libertarian Party Set To Pick Its Presidential Candidate

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Libertarians Gather In Florida For Party's National Convention

NPR previews the Libertarian Party's national convention, which will be held in Florida this weekend. At a time when many voters are unhappy with the choice between Republican and Democratic White House hopefuls, the Libertarian ticket could warrant a second look.

Libertarians Gather In Florida For Party's National Convention

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Obama Walks Tricky Line In Visit To Hiroshima, Japan

The White House says President Obama will not apologize for the U.S. nuclear bombing of Hiroshima when he visits the Japanese city on Friday. NPR looks at the political significance of the visit and the tricky line Obama will have to walk.

Obama Walks Tricky Line In Visit To Hiroshima, Japan

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In Historic Hiroshima Visit, Obama To Push For Nuclear-Free World

One month after the atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima, a correspondent stands amid ruins left by the explosion. The structure seen standing became the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, which President Obama will visit Friday. AP hide caption

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In Historic Hiroshima Visit, Obama To Push For Nuclear-Free World

The city is now synonymous with the deadly nuclear age that began there more than seven decades ago. White House officials stress that Obama will not apologize for the bombing.

Obama Lauds Vietnam, Nudges It To Improve Its Human Rights Record

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Obama Lauds Vietnam, Nudges It To Improve Its Human Rights Record

The president pressed for political reforms such as freedom of assembly. He noted that while he was able to meet with some human rights activists on Tuesday, others were barred from attending.

Obama Lauds Vietnam, Nudges It To Improve Its Human Rights Record

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Biden To Announce New Overtime Pay Rules In Ohio

Vice President Joe Biden traveled to Ohio on Wednesday to announce a new overtime rule the White House hopes will make millions more American workers eligible for overtime pay.

Biden To Announce New Overtime Pay Rules In Ohio

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Obama Administration Releases New Overtime Pay Rules

The White House released new rules Tuesday night governing overtime pay for middle income, salaried workers. Millions of American workers will be eligible for overtime pay under the new rules.

Obama Administration Releases New Overtime Pay Rules

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Millions To Be Eligible For Overtime Under New Obama Administration Rule

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Millions To Be Eligible For Overtime Under New Obama Administration Rule

Starting Dec. 1, employees earning less than about $47,000 a year will qualify for overtime when they work more than 40 hours a week. The move will affect more than 4 million workers.

Millions To Be Eligible For Overtime Under New Obama Administration Rule

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4 Things To Know About Hillary Clinton's Approach To Foreign Policy

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4 Things To Know About Hillary Clinton's Approach To Foreign Policy

As secretary of state under President Obama, Hillary Clinton has a long foreign policy record. She is hawkish compared to other Democrats, but also knows the political price of military intervention.

4 Things To Know About Hillary Clinton's Approach To Foreign Policy

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A Portrait Of The President, One Commencement Speech At A Time

President Obama has delivered nearly two dozen commencement speeches during his time in office — including this one, at the University of California, Irvine, in 2014. Jim Watson/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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A Portrait Of The President, One Commencement Speech At A Time

Graduations are always milestones for the students. This year they're a milestone for the president, too, as he begins to look towards his own graduation from the Oval Office.

A Portrait Of The President, One Commencement Speech At A Time

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White House Sends Schools Guidance On Transgender Access To Bathrooms
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White House Sends Schools Guidance On Transgender Access To Bathrooms

The administration says it authored the notice because "many parents, schools and districts have raised questions about this area of civil rights law."

White House Sends Schools Guidance On Transgender Access To Bathrooms

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Obama To Visit Hiroshima, Japan, Later This Month

Later this month, President Obama will become the first serving U.S. president to visit Hiroshima, Japan, since the city was hit by an atomic bomb.

Obama To Visit Hiroshima, Japan, Later This Month

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