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    Florida's politics get hit by Hurricane Matthew

    As we go on the air, Hurricane Matthew hasn't yet caused the death and damage that's been predicted, but President Obama has reminded millions of people they're still in danger. Meantime the disruption already caused by Matthew is having political consequences in a crucial swing state.

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    By Warren Olney • Oct 7, 2016 • 1 min read

    As we go on the air, Hurricane Matthew hasn't yet caused the death and damage that's been predicted, but President Obama has reminded millions of people they're still in danger. Meantime the disruption already caused by Matthew is having political consequences in a crucial swing state. Republican Governor Rick Scott — who's also chair of a super PAC backing Donald Trump — has refused to extend next Tuesday's deadline for voter registration. Matt Dixon, in Panama City for Politico, has more on who asked for the extension and why.

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    1. 1:52Florida's politics get hit by Hurricane MatthewYou’re reading this
    2. 8:36Family leave and childcare
    3. 42:27Colombia's President Santos wins Nobel Peace Prize
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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Jenny Hamel

      KCRW

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      Elizabeth Segal

      freelance journalist

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      Gideon Brower

      Independent Producer

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      Matt Dixon

      Politico

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    The full episode

    1 of 3
    Reality Check: Parental leave and childcare
    1. 1:52Florida's politics get hit by Hurricane MatthewYou’re reading this
    2. 8:36Family leave and childcare
    3. 42:27Colombia's President Santos wins Nobel Peace Prize
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