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How one African American mom tackles racism head-onFollowing police shootings of African Americans in Missouri, Tiffany Robertson invited her white neighbors to ask her tough questions about race.
First LookTrump backtracks on tighter gun controlsCalling existing background checks "very, very strong," President Trump distanced himself from an initial push for increased gun-control measures
For these young socialists, it’s all about local controlSocialism is gaining ground in the U.S., even as Republicans treat it as a slur. Democratic socialists in New York value local control.
FocusIn Iowa, Buttigieg seeks Trump voters. He may need more Democrats.Mayor Pete Buttigieg woos voters in six rural Iowa counties that voted for Barack Obama in 2012, but flipped to Donald Trump in 2016.
‘Granny flats’: More affordable housing. More parked cars, too.Montgomery County clash over “granny flats” symbolizes a struggle to build affordable housing in leafy suburbs facing racial and economic change.
First LookSuburban voters pressure Republicans on gun controlIn the wake of mass shootings, once-steady suburban voters concerned for their children's safety are calling for Republicans to pass stricter gun laws.
Rep. Rashida Tlaib, Israel, and what her district wantsRep. Rashida Talib rejects West Bank visit due to Israeli conditions. Does her Detroit district care about pro-Palestinian activism?
The ExplainerSo many guns, so little data: An economist on US gun violenceGun policy in the U.S. is hindered by lack of data on what could actually save lives. Our reporter asks a Rand Corp. economist what’s at stake.
The ExplainerWith Trump’s new immigration rule, a deep bow toward ‘America First’The Trump administration’s new immigration rule will make it harder for legal migrants who use public benefits to obtain green cards.
First LookAnd then there were 23: John Hickenlooper to end 2020 campaignOutspoken moderate and former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper will announce the end of his 2020 presidential campaign, AP sources say.
Politics WatchDemocrats’ 2020 field may be huge – but that won’t be the case for longCandidates who fail to make the cut for the next debate have little reason to stay in the race. Several are being encouraged to consider Senate bids.
Corn dogs and corn polls: Iowa’s brand of politics may matter more than everA visit to the Iowa State Fair highlights Iowa’s outsize influence in the nomination process, and the pivotal role it plays in winnowing the field.
First LookWhy Trump administration tightens access to green cardsThe White House announced new restrictions in order to limit the number of legal migrants on government assistance.
First LookNew voices of moderation: the 'alterna-squad' DemocratsFive freshman women lawmakers in Congress have built an identity around moderation – adopting a nuts-and-bolts approach Democrats may need in 2020.
After most shootings, Congress does nothing. This time may be different.New factors – such as strong public support for certain measures, and a president who could use a boost with suburban voters – may drive legislation.
Politics WatchLeft's grievance with the press grows in age of TrumpOutcry over headline on president's speech shows the left becoming as unhappy as the right with mainstream media coverage.
First Look'Red flag' gun laws receiving bipartisan support in CongressCongress has failed to pass substantive gun-control laws in the past, but cross-party support for 'red flag' laws suggest this year may be different.
After mass shootings, Republicans wrestle with politics of raceMore GOP leaders see an urgent need to condemn white supremacy. But criticism of the president’s rhetoric complicates the matter for many.
Why America’s big cities have become the president’s punching bagAt a rally, President Trump escalated attacks on big cities, most run by “Democrat politicians” and harmed by “the far left’s destructive agenda.”
First LookFrustrated with minority status, House GOPs plan retirementDemoralized and weary of being powerless, nine Republican lawmakers have announced in recent weeks they won't seek reelection in 2020.
