Reverbiage: Stories from NPR tagged 'controversies'

Best Political And Current Affairs Books Of 2008

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 15:56:00 EST

The events of 2008 raised a raft of controversies to national consciousness. These powerful books wrap the issues in compelling narratives — and provide the perspective of history.

Watching Events Unfold At Beijing Olympics

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT

For NPR's Tom Goldman, one of the pleasures of being at the Beijing Olympics Games is the opportunity to watch events unfold without interruption. Renee Montagne talks to him about the weightlifting competition, basketball and controversies surrounding the opening ceremonies.

From 'The Eye of the Storm,' a Bishop's Calm Voice

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:09:00 EDT

It's been four years since Gene Robinson was consecrated bishop of a rural Episcopal diocese in New Hampshire. He's faced challenges and controversies as that denomination's first openly gay bishop and he's written about them in a new memoir, In the Eye of the Storm.

Relentless Activist Digs into Racial Controversies

Sat, 05 Jan 2008 11:29:00 EST

Two of the biggest racial controversies of the last decade, Tulia, Texas, and Jena, Louisiana, have one thing in common: Alan Bean. He's a mild mannered 54-year-old former Baptist minister who is white.

Military's Social Science Project Raises Controversy

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 13:00:00 EST

The military is embedding social scientists with troops in Iraq and Afghanistan to study the local culture. Noah Shachtman, editor of Wired's Danger Room blog, talks about his recent article on the program and the controversies surrounding it.

Political Stardom Profitable for Obama

Sat, 29 Sep 2007 19:20:00 EDT

Illinois Sen. Barack Obama has two best-selling books, a nice salary as a senator and a wife with a handsome income. Earlier this year he reported assets of up to $1.14 million in addition to his Chicago home. That's small change to some of his presidential rivals, but more than enough to create entanglements and controversies for Obama.

Gonzales Resignation: The End of a Saga

Mon, 27 Aug 2007 17:22:00 EDT

President Bush said Monday that Alberto Gonzales resigned because of unfair treatment in Washington, where he has been associated with controversies -- from interrogation techniques to wiretapping to political pressure in the Justice Department.

World's Oldest Hominid Now World's Oldest Tourist

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 12:23:00 EDT

One of the world's treasures, the fossilized hominid known as "Lucy," goes on public display in Texas on Aug. 31. But controversies are swirling around the exhibition at the Houston Museum of Natural Science -- the only confirmed stop so far on what the Ethiopian government hopes will be a lucrative tour.

Reports Reignite Guantanamo, Cheney Criticisms

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 16:28:00 EDT

The White House found itself battling two new reports on longstanding controversies -- the prison at Guantanamo Bay and the penchant for secrecy in the office of Vice President Dick Cheney.

GOP Strategists on the Administration's Weakness

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 13:16:00 EDT

Two Republican strategists talk about what President Bush and the White House can do to overcome the array of controversies dogging the administration. Despite low overall poll numbers, they see a strong Republican base still backing the president.

Episcopal Church's Bishop on Science and Faith

Sun, 17 Dec 2006 16:00:00 EST

Katherine Jefferts-Schori, the new presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church, is the first woman to hold that office. She started out not as a clergywoman, but as an oceanographer. She discusses matters of science and faith, as well as current controversies in the church over sexuality.

Cat Stevens and 'An Other Cup'

Mon, 11 Dec 2006 16:00:00 EST

After 28 years, Cat Stevens has returned to secular music. The singer, songwriter and guitarist was the mellow philosopher of 1970s pop, whose hits included "Peace Train" and "Wild World." Stevens left the recording industry in 1978, after converting to Islam and changing his name to Yusuf Islam. Since then, he's occasionally found himself in the middle of controversies involving the Muslim world and the West. The former star lives in London; he says that several years ago he returned to writing pop songs as a response to escalating world tensions. Some of them are collected on a new CD, An Other Cup.

Defiant DeLay's Parting Shot at the Democrats

Fri, 09 Jun 2006 00:00:00 EDT

Defiant DeLay's Parting Shot at the Democrats June 9, 2006 · Madeleine Brand talks with NPR senior correspondent Juan Williams about events on Capitol Hill this week, including the departure of former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay (R-TX). The powerful conservative resigned amid a string of ethics controversies, and will join a lobbyist group in Virginia.

Winter Olympics Preview

Tue, 17 Jan 2006 00:00:00 EST

NPR sports correspondent Tom Goldman talks about skating and sledding controversies, and who to watch in the upcoming Winter Olympic games.

Can Republicans Pull Out of 'GOP Slump'...

Tue, 18 Oct 2005 00:00:00 EDT

It's being described as "The GOP slump": A slew of controversies this year, including the slow response to Hurricane Katrina, continued violence in Iraq, the Supreme Court nomination of Harriet Miers and the indictment of Tom DeLay are taking a major toll the approval ratings of President Bush and the Republican controlled Congress. What will it take for the GOP to regain direction and momentum? Ed Gordon talks with Michelle Bernard, senior vice president of the Independent Women's Forum, and Tara Wall, senior advisor for the Republican National Committee.

Team-Name Controversies

Thu, 12 May 2005 00:00:00 EDT

Robert Siegel and Michele Norris note some schools involved in various controversies over their athletic teams' mascot.

George Johnson on Sports: Pro Football MVP Race

Mon, 29 Nov 2004 00:00:00 EST

Sports guru George Johnson recaps the latest in sports news and controversies, and speculates on who will be named this season's National Football League Most Valuable Player. Hear Johnson and NPR's Tavis Smiley.

George Johnson on Sports: NBA Brawl, NFL Action

Mon, 22 Nov 2004 00:00:00 EST

Sports guru George Johnson talks to about the latest in sports news and controversies. Hear Johnson and NPR's Tavis Smiley.