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Netanyahu’s endgame in Iran
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu got what he wanted this weekend after the U.S. bombed Iran. But Netanyahu says its goals in Iran have not yet been fully achieved. So, what are Israel’s goa…
Published on 6 months ago
How William F. Buckley, Jr. created modern conservatism
The late William F. Buckley, Jr. is one of the most important figures of the American right. How did the erudite and dapper Yale man pave the way for President Donald Trump?
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Published on 6 months ago
From Endless Thread: When the government wants your socials
Recently, On Point explored how Hong Kong has changed five years after China passed its so-called national security law and vastly diminished protest and free speech in Hong Kong.
Our colleagues at W…
Published on 6 months ago
Trump's budget bill and ballooning deficits
The Congressional Budget Office estimates the current budget bill will add $3 trillion to the federal deficit over the next decade.
On Point wraps up a weeklong exploration of what Trump's budget bil…
Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
The Jackpod: A TV-run state
On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on the connections and correlation between President Trump, his most loyal supporters and the popularity of the Fox News Channel.
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Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
The $1 trillion defense budget
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will increase defense spending to over $1 trillion for the first time in U.S. history. But will it actually improve U.S. national security?
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Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
Looming cuts to food assistance in Trump's budget bill
Republicans are proposing significant changes to food assistance, which could impact supplemental nutrition programs for older adults, school lunches and the agriculture industry. What will the cuts …
Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
What Trump's tax bill means for your wallet
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is really about one big thing: Taxes. Some conservative economists say it also shows a striking shift in Republican tax policy.
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Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
How the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ impacts health care
The 'One Big Beautiful Bill' is making big changes to health care. Getting rid of automatic enrollment to the ACA, cutting premium assistance, adding work requirements for Medicaid. What the budget b…
Published on 6 months, 1 week ago
Falling Behind: How to talk with boys
A bonus episode in our series "Falling Behind: The Miseducation of America's Boys."
Dr. Kevin Simon, attending pediatric psychiatrist at Boston Children’s Hospital, shares his experience and expertis…
Published on 6 months, 1 week ago