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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Hobby Lobby II at the Supreme Court, Hollywood Development and 'Liar'

The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that challenges the Affordable Care Act’s contraception coverage. It’s a follow-up to the so-called Hobby Lobby case of 2014. What are the arguments, and how did the justices respond?

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By Madeleine Brand • Mar 23, 2016 • 52m Listen

This morning the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that challenges the Affordable Care Act’s contraception coverage. It’s a follow-up to the so-called Hobby Lobby case of 2014.

Then, we look at how American elections stack up to other countries when it comes to being open, fair and accessible.

In Hollywood, the L.A. City Council has approved a development project that’s been at the heart of a big fight over density. How will that change the neighborhood and the city?

A new memoir called Liar chronicles the author’s struggles with mental illness, addiction and hard living.

And finally, a look at how restaurants are designing their dining rooms with Instagram in mind.

Banner Image: A nun with Little Sisters of the Poor walks after Zubik v. Burwell, an appeal brought by Christian groups demanding full exemption from the requirement to provide insurance covering contraception under the Affordable Care Act, was heard by the U.S. Supreme Court in Washington March 23, 2016. REUTERS/Joshua Roberts

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    Madeleine Brand

    Host, 'Press Play'

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