5 key takeaways from Biden's first State of the Union address
In this podcast special, On Point news analyst Jack Beatty shares a breakdown of President Joe Biden’s first State of the Union address.
Next moves for the U.S. as Russia invades Ukraine
Despite warnings from the West, Russian troops are advancing on Ukraine. If sanctions don’t work, what should the U.S. do next?
The Democrats' messaging problem, and how to fix it
From infrastructure to child care, Democrats are pushing for issues with broad public support. So why do so many Americans believe our country is headed in the wrong direction?
Is The Pentagon's Budget Too Big?
The U.S. defense budget is more than $700 billion dollars. How efficiently are those dollars being spent?
Inside One Conservative Organization's Nationwide Efforts To Restrict Voting Rights
Critics say a nationwide effort to restrict voting rights is underway. At issue: A push by one organization to tighten election laws across the nation.
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'Spymasters' Author Chris Whipple On Presidential Transition, Future Of The CIA
A conversation with journalist Chris Whipple about restoring the CIA and the challenging road ahead for President-elect Joe Biden.
In 'How Ike Led,' Reflections On Eisenhower's Political Legacy
What we learn from Dwight Eisenhower's life and leadership.
What The 'Strongmen' Of History Reveal About Modern Politics
Historian Ruth Ben-Ghiat studies authoritarian regimes, like Italy under Mussolini. Can a democracy pry itself out of a strongman's grip?
What We Know About Election 2020 Results
The day after election day. What tallies are known? Where are votes still being counted?
What To Know About Key Senate Races, From Maine To Georgia
We discuss close Senate races and the impact they'll have on national governance.
Week In The News: Barrett Confirmation Hearing, Early Voting
We make sense of the week’s news from Capitol Hill to the campaign trail.
How Political Violence Threatens U.S. Elections
Racism, political violence and protecting the polls.
What Young Voters Want From Their First Ballot
We speak with young voters about the election.
Week In The News: Wildfires, Hurricane Sally, Bahrain, Barr And More
The weekly news roundtable is here.
In 'How Ike Led,' Reflections On Eisenhower's Political Legacy
What we learn from Dwight Eisenhower's life and leadership.
Election Roundtable: What Military Veterans Want In A President
The qualities veterans want in a commander in chief.
The Trap Of Meritocracy
What has become of the common good? Political theorist Michael Sandel traces the history of meritocracy.
The Media's Role In Calling An Election
As we look forward to potentially unprecedented numbers of mail-in ballots in November, should we be preparing for an election night that drags on longer than normal?
Week In The News: Woodward Book, West Coast Wildfires, Coronavirus Updates
The news roundtable is here.
'14 Miles': A Look At The U.S.-Mexico Border, And The Lives Defined By It
We look at a 14-mile stretch of the U.S.-Mexico border. What does a border mean in an interconnected world?