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NPR poll shows why the stakes are so high for Harris and Trump in the debate

NPR poll shows why the stakes are so high for Harris and Trump in the debate

A lot of people say they'll tune in Tuesday night to the first presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, according to an NPR/PBS News/Marist poll.
by Domenico Montanaro

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With costs ballooning, what’s the future of universal school lunch programs?

With costs ballooning, what’s the future of universal school lunch programs?

The program is popular, but it’s already costing the state more money than expected — the estimated price tag is about $480 million for the first two years. Minnesota isn’t the only state to implement a program like this, nor was it the first.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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Trump threatens to jail adversaries in escalating rhetoric ahead of pivotal debate

Trump threatens to jail adversaries in escalating rhetoric ahead of pivotal debate

Former President Donald Trump posted a warning on his social media site threatening to jail those “involved in unscrupulous behavior” this election, which he said would be under intense scrutiny.
by The Associated Press

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Here’s where Trump and Harris stand on 6 education issues

Here’s where Trump and Harris stand on 6 education issues

From school choice to college affordability, Trump and Harris don't have a lot in common. Ahead of the candidates’ only scheduled debate, we’ve put together a handy primer of their education views.
by Cory Turner

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Trump heads to a deep-red part of swing-state Wisconsin to talk about the economy

Trump heads to a deep-red part of swing-state Wisconsin to talk about the economy

Former President Donald Trump is heading to Mosinee, Wisc. for a rally that’s intended to focus heavily on the economy, marking his first trip to the mostly rural central part of the key battleground state. 
by The Associated Press

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