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Sunday

Weekend Edition Sunday

Ohio Braces for Vote Challenge

GOP leaders in Ohio are trying to challenge the validity of some voters' registration. Democrats say the challenge is unconstitutional. Several lawsuits remain unresolved. Janet Babin of member station WCPN in Cleveland reports.

Ohio Braces for Vote Challenge

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Books

Arkham House: Home to Horror, Sci-Fi Writers

After horror writer H.P. Lovecraft died in 1937, his friends founded a publishing house to preserve his legacy. Obscure but influential, Arkham House gave sci-fi writer Ray Bradbury and others their first big break. Wisconsin Public Radio's Brian Bull reports.

Arkham House: Home to Horror, Sci-Fi Writers

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Saturday

All Things Considered

Native American Voters Draw More Attention

This year's tight presidential race has contributed to strong efforts to encourage Native Americans to vote -- and to make sure their voting rights are protected. Wisconsin Public Radio's Brian Bull reports.

Native American Voters Draw More Attention

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'Hell House' in Hollywood

For a decade, Christian fundamentalist groups have used a kit designed by a Colorado pastor to battle sin with performances of "Hell House." Now a Hollywood producer is using the script in a satirical show. Alex Cohen of member station KQED reports.

'Hell House' in Hollywood

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Birdwatching and Blogging in Iraq

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with "John," a soldier with the U.S. National Guard in Iraq, who keeps track of the birds and other creatures he has seen while on duty, and posts his observations on an internet "blog."

Birdwatching and Blogging in Iraq

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Business

Female Farmers: A Growing Trend in America

The number of farms managed by women in the U.S. has grown markedly in recent years. NPR's Jennifer Ludden talks with women who have forged their way into a traditionally male-dominated industry.

Female Farmers: A Growing Trend in America

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Media

Josh Rushing's Surprise Role in 'Control Room'

Former Marine Capt. Josh Rushing served in the Central Command media office early in the Iraq war. His work with journalists at the al Jazeera network was featured in the documentary Control Room, making him an unwitting film star. Rushing speaks with NPR's Jennifer Ludden.

Josh Rushing's Surprise Role in 'Control Room'

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Friday

Key Races to Watch

Louisiana Senate Race Could End in Runoff

Seven candidates are vying to replace retiring Louisiana Democratic Sen. John Breaux in Tuesday's election. In Louisiana, if one candidate gets more than 50 percent of the vote, he automatically wins the Senate seat. But if he doesn't, the top two vote-getters advance to a run-off in December. Hear NPR's Andrea Seabrook.

Louisiana Senate Race Could End in Runoff

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