Ray Suarez

Host of NPR's "Talk of the Nation"

Ray Suarez appears in the following:

A Hard Look at Texas' Congressional Maps

Monday, August 21, 2017

Last week a federal court ruled that two congressional districts in Texas violated the Constitution and Voting Rights Act.

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Remembering Two Icons of Comedy

Monday, August 21, 2017

Two icons of American comedy died over the weekend: Dick Gregory, the pioneering African American comedian and civil rights activist, and legendary comedian and filmmaker Jerry Lewis. 

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Eclipse Day Is Here, Abortion Ruling in Texas, and Engaging 'Disconnected' Youth

Monday, August 21, 2017

On today's show: The total solar eclipse finally washes over the country; a new abortion law in Texas causes outrage; and a nonprofit committed to unemployed, uneducated youth.

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UNICEF Official Says Children Used By Boko Haram Still Have A Chance

Sunday, April 16, 2017

Patrick Rose, a UNICEF crisis communications specialist, talks about a recent report showing an alarming rise in the number of children being used in bomb attacks by the militant group Boko Haram.

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'A People's History Of Chicago' Reflects A Spectrum Of Experiences

Sunday, April 16, 2017

Poet and author Kevin Coval talks about his new book of poems, A People's History of Chicago. The book tells the stories of the city's marginalized communities.

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Climate Change In Louisiana Changes Diets Of Native Americans

Sunday, April 16, 2017

Freelance journalist Barry Yeoman says climate change and other man-made obstacles are pushing Native Americans away from traditional foods and towards processed dinners.

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Georgia Special Election A Chance For Democrats 'To Make A Statement'

Sunday, April 16, 2017

In the northern suburbs of Atlanta, Ga. the outcome of a special election to fill a longtime Republican House seat on Tuesday could be an indication of how voters feel about the Trump administration.

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Turkey Votes 'Yes' To Give More Power to Erdogan

Sunday, April 16, 2017

Turkey's historic constitutional referendum was held to decide whether more power should be concentrated in the hands of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. On Sunday, the Turkish people voted "yes."

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A Look Centuries-Old Misconceptions About Mary Magdalene

Sunday, April 16, 2017

Mary Magdalene has been characterized as a prostitute for hundreds of years — which has no basis in the Biblical text. Washington Post columnist Petula Dvorak explains why the myth has persisted.

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Hillary Clinton Leaves Sept. 11 Commemoration Early

Sunday, September 11, 2016

Hillary Clinton unexpectedly left Sunday's Sept. 11 anniversary ceremony in New York after feeling "overheated," according to her campaign.

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New Syria Ceasefire Set To Begin Monday

Saturday, September 10, 2016

The United States and Russia have struck a deal to join military targeting of ISIS in Syria, starting with a ceasefire that goes into effect on Monday. But previous efforts have fallen apart.

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Trump, Pence Make Their Pitch To Christian Conservatives

Saturday, September 10, 2016

Donald Trump and running mate Mike Pence both addressed the Values Voter Summit in Washington, D.C. Attendees say they are hesitant about supporting Trump but say they strongly oppose Hillary Clinton.

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Thai Voters Approve Military-Backed Constitution

Sunday, August 07, 2016

In a victory for the military, referendum voters in Thailand approved a draft constitution. Critics say it will entrench military control in the country.

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Brazilians Celebrate A (Mostly) Successful Start To Olympics

Sunday, August 07, 2016

The Olympics in Rio de Janeiro are underway, and despite long lines and a stray bullet firing, most things seem to be running smoothly.

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Pump Up The Jams: What's Team USA Listening To?

Saturday, August 06, 2016

What kind of music gets Olympic athletes pumped up when they're working out? Taekwondo competitor Paige McPherson talks about what gets her going.

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Jill Stein Officially Takes Green Party Nomination

Saturday, August 06, 2016

The Green Party is holding its convention in Houston Saturday, the biggest in its history. Green Party presidential nominee Jill Stein is hoping to attract disaffected supporters of Bernie Sanders.

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A Pivotal For Week For Donald Trump

Saturday, August 06, 2016

The presidential race enters the sprint to the general election in November, but already Donald Trump's fortunes seem to be changing rapidly.

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Olympics Day 1: U.S. Takes First Gold

Saturday, August 06, 2016

The first day of the Olympics gave fans in Brazil a smorgasbord of sporting events to take in. American Ginny Thrasher won the first gold medal of this year's games, in women's air rifle competition.

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What's Worth Watching In Movie Theaters This Summer?

Sunday, July 03, 2016

New installments in the X-Men, Ghostbusters, Star Trek and Captain America franchises are hitting the big screen this summer. NPR film critic Bob Mondello talks about what to see.

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'Brexit' Hits The Big Screen: U.K. Film Industry Rattled By Referendum

Saturday, July 02, 2016

Many film and television productions in the U.K. rely on tax breaks and funding from the EU. They say they're nervous for what the "Brexit" results could mean for their business.

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