As Shutdown Drags On, Can Americans Afford to Go Without a Paycheck?

The Takeaway

As Shutdown Drags On, Can Americans Afford to Go Without a Paycheck?

There isn’t good data on the number of Americans living paycheck to paycheck, but the truth is, many Americans have lived that way at some point in their lives.

Misdemeanors: Why One Lawyer Says They’re Making America More Unequal

Charged with a misdemeanor? You could be swept into a massive, unfair system.

“They’re Willing to Pay Such a Price”: How Women Flee Saudi Arabia

Although the Saudi Crown Prince has been seen as a champion for women’s rights, women are fleeing his regime.

Another Death at the Home of Political Donor Ed Buck

Once again, a black man has been found dead inside the home of Democratic activist and donor Ed Buck.

Guest:

Harry Holzer

Alexandra Natapoff

Sarah Aziza

Neal Broverman

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