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Apr 7, 2023

The power of populism: Its global reach, authoritarian danger and democratic promise

Populism is a defining force in American politics, and around the world. But what exactly is populism? WBUR's On Point brings you ‘The power of populism: Its global reach, authoritarian danger and democratic promise.’

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An aerial view One World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan, Sept. 8, 2016 in New York City. (Drew Angerer/Getty Images)

Point taken: Reconsidering city life

More and more Americans are moving out of big cities to smaller towns and suburbs – reversing a three decades long trend of growth for cities. We explore what is making Americans reconsider city life.

May 11, 2023
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First person: A tragedy inspired her activism

Sheila Clemmons Lee’s son was killed by Nashville police. She joined a coalition to create a police oversight board. Now, the Tennessee legislature wants to abolish the board.

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