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Taking On Poverty And Education In School Costs A Lot Of Money

Kennedy Park, 4, is in her second year of pre-K in Camden. All 3- and 4-year-old kids qualify for two years of preschool in New Jersey's lowest-income cities. Sarah Gonzalez/WNYC hide caption

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School Money

Taking On Poverty And Education In School Costs A Lot Of Money

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In 1997, the New Jersey Supreme Court ordered millions of dollars in additional funding to 31 of the poorest school districts in the state. Camden alone spends about $23,000 per student per year.

Taking On Poverty And Education In School Costs A Lot Of Money

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Law

Supreme Court Lets Texas Voter ID Law Stand — For Now

The Supreme Court on Friday left intact a strict voter identification law in Texas, while leaving open the possibility that it would consider challenges to the law. NPR's Wade Goodwyn explains.

Supreme Court Lets Texas Voter ID Law Stand — For Now

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Theater

'Urban Rez' Explores What It Means To Be Native American

A new play created by Los Angeles' Cornerstone Theater tells the story of Los Angeles' Native American population and its search for identity in a big city.

'Urban Rez' Explores What It Means To Be Native American

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Politics

Trump And Cruz Campaign At California GOP Convention

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The remaining Republican presidential candidates have been making their case at the party's state convention. Capital Public Radio's Ben Adler explains the divisions on display among Republicans.

Trump And Cruz Campaign At California GOP Convention

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Barbershop

Barbershop: Trump, The Woman Card And Kelly Ripa

Karlyn Bowman of the American Enterprise Institute, Tracy Sturdivant of the Make It Work campaign, former Maryland delegate Jolene Ivey, and Lisa Bonos of The Washington Post discuss Trump's comments.

Barbershop: Trump, The Woman Card And Kelly Ripa

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Training Helps Inmates Build A Bridge To Life Outside Prison Walls

Attorney General Loretta Lynch tours a factory where inmates work at the Talladega Federal Correctional Institution in Talladega, Ala. on April 29, 2016. Evan Vucci/AP hide caption

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Training Helps Inmates Build A Bridge To Life Outside Prison Walls

Loretta Lynch made her first visit to a federal prison as the nation's top law enforcement officer. She highlighted the need for more services to help inmates re-enter society.

Training Helps Inmates Build A Bridge To Life Outside Prison Walls

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Politics

Former Indiana Basketball Coach Bobby Knight On Trump: 'Best Person For The Job'

Bobby Knight is not one known to make political endorsements. NPR's Scott Simon asks the legendary basketball coach about his endorsement of Donald Trump in Tuesday's Indiana primary.

Former Indiana Basketball Coach Bobby Knight On Trump: 'Best Person For The Job'

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Rising Incarceration Rate Isn't Reducing Crime, Says Report

A report from the Council of Economic Advisors suggests longer sentences increases rates of recidivism, resulting in little impact on crime rate. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with CEA chief Jason Furman.

Rising Incarceration Rate Isn't Reducing Crime, Says Report

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Politics

David Cameron's Former Advisor Wants To Revamp The U.S. Conservative Movement

British political operative Steve Hilton tells NPR's Scott Simon what he thinks the conservative movement needs both in the U.K. and the U.S.

David Cameron's Former Advisor Wants To Revamp The U.S. Conservative Movement

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Politics

Is Indiana The Last Fighting Chance For #NeverTrump?

Tuesday's GOP primary in Indiana could be the last stand for #NeverTrump, a movement devoted to keeping Donald Trump from becoming the Republican nominee.

Is Indiana The Last Fighting Chance For #NeverTrump?

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Harassment Woman Faced Before Her Death Underscores Rampant Sexism In Firefighter Culture

NPR's Scott Simon asks veteran firefighter Mary Beth Michos about how sexism in the firehouse has escalated with the rise of cyberbullying.

Harassment Woman Faced Before Her Death Underscores Rampant Sexism In Firefighter Culture

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Economy

Puerto Rico Headed For Default As Congress Tackles Relief Plan

The U.S. territory is expected to default May 1 on a debt payment of nearly half a billion dollars. Scott Simon examines the impact of a default with Wall Street Journal correspondent Nick Timiraos.

Puerto Rico Headed For Default As Congress Tackles Relief Plan

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