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1A 1A is a show for a changing America. Every day, we convene a conversation about the most important is 1A from WAMU and NPR is a show for a changing America.
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Every day, host Jenn White convenes a conversation about the most important issues of our time. The show takes a deep and unflinching look at America, bringing context and insight to stories unfolding across the country and the world. With a name inspired by the 1st amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide th

e country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A’s goal is to act as a national mirror—taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.

1A is produced at WAMU 88.5, and distributed by NPR.

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12/10/2025

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Her district is home to one of the largest Somali American communities in the country.

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12/09/2025

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It’s all part of a broader tough-on-crime agenda.

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12/04/2025

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“I don't want them in our country. Their country is no good for a reason."

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12/03/2025

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A CBS poll from October suggests inflation and the economy are now the top concern among Americans.

12/02/2025

It's that time of year. We're putting together our "Listener Picks" series for early 2026 and we want to hear your ideas! Maybe you were having a cool conversation. Maybe you're dealing with an odd problem in your hometown. Maybe you teach a class about something off the beaten academic path.

We want your pitches! Who knows, we might even reach out for your help to get it on the air...

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12/02/2025

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Senate leaders promised Democrats a vote on extending health care tax credits by mid-December.

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12/01/2025

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Over 210,000 federal workers left their jobs this year because of the Trump administration.

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11/25/2025

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What's in it, who does it help, and where did it come from?

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11/24/2025

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Shortly after the 2024 election, the party appeared to be in lockstep. A year later, a lot has changed.

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11/21/2025

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Congress releases the Epstein files. ICE targets Charlotte.

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11/20/2025

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Masked federal agents. Unmarked vans.

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11/19/2025

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The Trump administration didn't send a delegation to Brazil.

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1A from WAMU and NPR is a show for a changing America. Every day, we convene a conversation about the most important issues of our time. The show takes a deep and unflinching look at America, bringing context and insight to stories unfolding across the country and the world. With a name inspired by the 1st amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A’s goal is to act as a national mirror—taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be. 1A is produced at WAMU 88.5, and distributed by NPR.