Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Protesters face GOP backlash
The Arizona state senate has passed a bill that would criminalize certain forms of protest. This comes as angry voters confront Congress members at town hall meetings nationwide. Also, California could become the first state in the union to offer universal single-payer health care. A new bill has been introduced that begins the conversation.
By Madeleine Brand • • 51m ListenPhoto: A protester holds a sign outside a community college theater before a town hall meeting with U.S. Congressman Leonard Lance (R-NJ 7) in Branchburg, New Jersey, February 22, 2017. (Dominick Reuter/ Reuters)
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5 storiesArizona strikes back against protesters, claims they're being paid
The Arizona state senate has passed a bill that would criminalize certain forms of protest. This comes as angry voters confront Congress members at town hall meetings nationwide.
Read the story10 minHow would universal healthcare in California work?
California could become the first state in the union to offer universal single-payer health care. A new bill has been introduced that begins the conversation.
Read the story8 minUber in trouble after allegations of harassment and sexism
Uber is on the defense after a blog post from an ex-employee alleging harassment and systemic sexism went viral.
Read the story9 minWar and the refugee crisis, as told through one Syrian family
The Oscar-nominated short documentary “Watani” tells the story of a Syrian family and their escape to Germany. They encapsulate the refugee crisis and what it means to leave your homeland.
Read the story13 minMarijuana becomes star ingredient for some chefs
On Monday night, the restaurant 51 Tavern in Highland Park hosted a dinner where each course included some form of edible marijuana. The supper was the first in a series called The Gathering.
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