The Fluoride Debate: A Closer Look At The Science
When Portland's fluoride debate first flared in September, Kristian Foden-Vencil looked at two scientific studies that were often cited in the fluoride debate. Here's an update.
For Tax-Exempt Groups, How Much Politics Is Too Much?
NPR | May 13, 2013 5:50 p.m.
As the IRS plunged over the line in investigating conservative groups seeking 501c4 status, it was trying to answer a longtime question: What is a 501c4 "social welfare" organization allowed to do in electoral politics?
White House On Defense Over IRS Audits, Benghazi
NPR | May 13, 2013 5:27 p.m.
At a news conference in the White House East Room on Monday, President Obama responded to criticism surrounding the IRS targeting conservative groups and the administration editing talking points about September's terrorist attack in Benghazi, Libya.
Does Obama Administration Have The Second Term Curse?
NPR | May 13, 2013 5:27 p.m.
The second term curse has plagued the last five two-term presidents, but President Obama's administration had been confident they'd be the ones to break the streak. But instead the administration finds itself on the defensive about the Benghazi and now IRS questions targeted at Tea Party groups.
Clinton White House Crisis Manager Dings Obama's Message Team
NPR | May 13, 2013 4:57 p.m.
A one-time crisis manager in in Clinton's White House says Obama's team has been AWOL.
Poll: Americans Split Over Benghazi Issue
NPR | May 13, 2013 4:17 p.m.
Slightly more people said the administration was being dishonest than honest on Benghazi.
Card-Carrying Cajuns? Louisiana Lawmakers Weigh ID Change
NPR | May 13, 2013 2:15 p.m.
Drivers can customize their driver's license, adding the words "I'm a Cajun" below their photograph.
Understanding Tax-Exempt Status
NPR | May 13, 2013 12:26 p.m.
Stephen Ohlemacher of the Associated Press explains what kinds of groups do and do not qualify.
Drawing Security Lessons From Benghazi Mission Attack
NPR | May 13, 2013 11:33 a.m.
The debate continues over the handling of the September attack on the U.S. compound in Benghazi, Libya. But retired Marine Col. Gary Anderson says some important lessons have already been learned about strengthening diplomatic security and inter-agency communication.
Comp Time Or Cold Cash. Which Would You Pick?
NPR | May 13, 2013 10:19 a.m.
Republicans want to write comp time into the law, but the White House objects.
Is GOP Overtime Bill Family Friendly?
NPR | May 13, 2013 10:17 a.m.
House Republicans just passed a bill they say will help people juggle work and family. Supporters say the bill gives workers more flexibility by letting them trade for time off. But critics, including Senate Democrats, say it's just a ploy to pay workers less money. Host Michel Martin learns more from NPR's Senior Business Editor, Marilyn Geewax.
