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WAMU: The Politics Hour

Sorting political fact from fiction, and having fun while we're at it. Join us for our weekly review of the politics, policies, and personalities of the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia.

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    The Politics Hour – September 25, 2015

    Virginia's Board of Health rolls back abortion clinic regulations. A ...

    Virginia's Board of Health rolls back abortion clinic regulations. A D.C. Council member proposes a residency requirement for police, firefighters and teachers. And Maryland's Governor gets a blessing from the Pope.

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    The Politics Hour – September 18, 2015

    D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser joins us for a special Politics ...

    D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser joins us for a special Politics Hour with a live audience in WAMU 88.5's Black Box theater.

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    The Politics Hour – September 11, 2015

    D.C.'s mayor and police chief another violent week. Baltimore officials ...

    D.C.'s mayor and police chief another violent week. Baltimore officials approve a $6.4 million settlement with the family of Freddie Gray. And Metro aims to hire consultants for a top-to-bottom overhaul.

    Sep 11, 2015 Read more
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    The Politics Hour – August 28, 2015

    We chat with D.C. Police Chief Cathy Lanier about the ...

    We chat with D.C. Police Chief Cathy Lanier about the city's strategy to combat the spike in violent crime taking place in the nation's capital.

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    The Politics Hour – August 21, 2015

    D.C. Schools Chancellor Kaya Henderson joins us in studio. Join ...

    D.C. Schools Chancellor Kaya Henderson joins us in studio. Join us for our weekly review of the politics, policies, and personalities of the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia.

    Aug 21, 2015 Read more
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    The Politics Hour – August 14, 2015

    Metro takes the blame for last week's train derailment. Virginia ...

    Metro takes the blame for last week's train derailment. Virginia embarks on redistricting. And a "lunch money" bribery scandal shakes the District's permitting and regulatory office.

    Aug 14, 2015 Read more
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    The Politics Hour – August 7, 2015

    Metro's a mess after a train derailment snarls the morning ...

    Metro's a mess after a train derailment snarls the morning commute. Virginia Republicans challenge the governor over a state Supreme Court appointment. And two Maryland nonprofits stand accused of defrauding the government.

    Aug 7, 2015 Read more
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    The Politics Hour – July 31, 2015

    Join us for our weekly review of the politics, policies, ...

    Join us for our weekly review of the politics, policies, and personalities of the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia.

    Jul 31, 2015 Read more
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    The Politics Hour – July 24, 2015

    D.C. Council Member Kenyan McDuffie (D-Ward 5) and Montgomery County ...

    D.C. Council Member Kenyan McDuffie (D-Ward 5) and Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett join Kojo and Tom Sherwood in the studio.

    Jul 24, 2015 Read more
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    The Politics Hour – July 17, 2015

    Sorting political fact from fiction, and having fun while we're ...

    Sorting political fact from fiction, and having fun while we're at it. Join us for our weekly review of the politics, policies, and personalities of the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia.

    Jul 17, 2015 Read more
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