Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Kamala Harris on wildfires, health care, and her presidential bid
Senator Kamala Harris’ Brentwood home is under evacuation orders because of the Getty Fire.
By Madeleine Brand • • 50m ListenSenator Kamala Harris’ Brentwood home is under evacuation orders because of the Getty Fire. She talks about what should be done about utility companies in the wake of wildfires, plus why her campaign has lost momentum, and how her health care proposal would be funded.
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5 storiesThe economic impact of fire evacuations and blackouts
The Easy Fire broke out early today in Simi Valley, and within hours, it swept over thousands of acres, pushed by 50-70 mph winds.
Read the story9 minPresidential hopeful Kamala Harris on wildfires, health care, and why she’s fallen behind other candidates
Senator Kamala Harris’ Brentwood home is under evacuation orders because of the Getty Fire. Harris has said she’ll do everything she can to get California the federal aid it needs.
Read the story14 minWho’s running for Katie Hill’s seat in Congress?
George Papadopoulos, a convicted felon and key figure in the Mueller probe, has his eyes set on Katie Hill’s open Congressional seat in California’s 25th district. Hill announced her resignation a few days ago.
Read the story9 minDoes TikTok threaten US national security?
TikTok is popular among teens, who are using it for videos, memes, and lip-synching. But unlike Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, its origins aren’t in Silicon Valley, but rather in Beijing.
Read the story10 min‘Ok boomer’: Gen Z throws shade at baby boomers
Millennials and Generation Z get a lot of trash talk from older generations.
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