Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Jeff Sessions' track record: War on Drugs, immigration
Senator Jeff Sessions faced tough questions at his confirmation hearing for Attorney General. We talk about his record on the War on Drugs, what it would mean for legal marijuana use in California, and what he might do about undocumented immigrants.
By Madeleine Brand • • 51m ListenPhoto courtesy of Gage Skidmore ; Senator Jeff Sessions speaking at the Values Voter Summit in Washington, DC.
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5 storiesJeff Sessions' involvement in the War on Drugs
Senator Jeff Sessions faced tough questions at his confirmation hearing for Attorney General Tuesday. We talk about his record on the War on Drugs, and what that would mean for legal marijuana use in California.
Read the story9 minHow Jeff Sessions would affect immigration policy
Jeff Sessions has opposed immigration reform. We find out what he might do about undocumented immigrants.
Read the story9 minCal State system fights Trump on immigration
The chancellor of the California State University system says he will do all he can to protect undocumented students. We talk to him about what that means, and the likelihood of tuition increases.
Read the story10 minObama's legacy and unfinished business
President Obama leaves office in 10 days. He has a mixed legacy at home and abroad when it comes to immigration, health care and fighting terrorism.
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Hello Kitty has a new friend: a 25-year-old angry red panda named Aggretsuko. After a stressful work day at the office, she hits the bottle and local karaoke joint. How does she represent the tenor of the times? (click image for video)
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