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Losers In Chicago School Closings Target Elected Officials
May 23, 2013 | NPR · The Chicago school board voted to close dozens of schools, despite community protests that the closings disproportionately affect minority students. Now the teachers union and community activists want to change the system and oust the elected officials who disagreed with them.
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College Students Wait To See If Loan Rates Double
May 23, 2013 | NPR · College students could end up paying a higher interest rate on their government subsidized loans unless Congress steps in. In a replay of last year's battle, Republicans, Democrats and the Obama administration all have competing proposals. A vote is scheduled in the House of Representatives Thursday. But with no consensus in sight, it's not clear if lawmakers can keep interest rates from doubling on July 1.
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Living In Two Worlds, But With Just One Language
May 23, 2013 | NPR · Elysha O'Brien calls herself a "Mexican white girl." Not just because of her ethnically ambiguous appearance, she says, but also because she can't speak Spanish. Fearing their children would experience discrimination if they spoke Spanish, her parents chose not to teach them their native tongue.
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Identities Of 24 Victims In Okla. Tornado Emerge
May 22, 2013 | NPR · Oklahomans who were hit by a massive tornado on Monday are trying to recover and rebuild.
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Basements Not An Option For Many Homes In Oklahoma
May 22, 2013 | NPR · Melissa Block talks to NPR Two-Way blogger Scott Neuman about why basements in Oklahoma are so uncommon.
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Documentary Shows George Plimpton's Best Story Was His Own
May 22, 2013 | NPR · A new documentary about writer George Plimpton uses its subject's own voice to tell the story of his career as a path-breaking "participatory journalist" and longtime editor of the Paris Review. The film also uses the voices of Plimpton's friends and colleagues to defend him against the charge of dilettantism that dogged him throughout his career. NPR's Joel Rose reports.
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Working Women On Television: A Mixed Bag At Best
May 18, 2013 | NPR · Research shows that prime-time television isn't a bad place to find portrayals of working women. Working moms and working women over 40 are another story.
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Political Takeaways: Headaches For The White House
May 19, 2013 | NPR · Controversies dominated this past week's political headlines, leaving the Obama White House on the defensive, trying to contain any lasting damage. Host Rachel Martin talks with NPR's Mara Liasson.
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A Kind Of Magic: New Latin Music, Sprinkled With Discovery Dust
May 16, 2013 — This week on Alt.Latino, we highlight amazing young artists from Argentina, Puerto Rico, Cuba and Mexico. Highlights include Raquel Sofia, a future star who currently sings backup for Juanes, and a new solo work by Thievery Corporation vocalist Natalia Clavier.
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A Braid Of Words: Guest DJ With Eduardo Halfon, Author Of 'The Polish Boxer'
May 10, 2013 — This week on Alt.Latino, the Guatemalan author joins us to discuss his latest book, The Polish Boxer. Hear a conversation about Guatemala, Judaism in Latin America and, of course, music.
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6 New Latin Songs To Make You Move
May 2, 2013 — Kick back with Alt.Latino for Argentine cumbia, Venezuelan rock, Chilean pop and Mexican jarocho.
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Azuquita Pa'l Cafe: What Coffee Songs Mean To Latin America
Apr 25, 2013 — Coffee runs through the veins of Latin America. This week on Alt.Latino, hear some of the songs the drink has inspired.
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Guest DJ: California Poet Laureate Juan Felipe Herrera
Apr 18, 2013 — Alt.Latino celebrates National Poetry Month with Herrera, who discusses the songs that shaped him.
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5 Stories About Immigration, In Song Form
Apr 11, 2013 — Alt.Latino talks to five people affected by U.S. immigration law, and plays songs that reflect their experience.
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La Vida Boheme's Singer Picks An Essential Venezuelan Soundtrack
Apr 4, 2013 — On the new edition of Alt.Latino, La Vida Boheme's Henry D'Arthenay highlights his favorite Venezuelan music, from salsa to punk.
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Fresh Flavor For Your Ears: 7 New Latin Songs
Mar 28, 2013 — This week on Alt.Latino, we do what we do best: share our favorite new music with you. Portuguese fado, Brazilian electronic music, and a brand new Chicano anthem.
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Vive Latino 2013: Who Rocked The House?
Mar 21, 2013 — Once a year in Mexico City, hundreds of thousands of Latin-rock fans gather for the Vive Latino Festival, where you can hear legends and discover newcomers. Alt.Latino co-host Jasmine Garsd just got back from the three-day extravaganza, and shares some highlights.
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From Austin, Con Amor: Our Favorites From SXSW
Mar 15, 2013 — From heavyweights like Cafe Tacvba and Bajofondo to a vast array of newcomers, Austin's annual blowout has a strong Latin vibe. With help from Michael Crockett of Austin's KUT, Alt.Latino explores some of the best of the fest-within-a-fest.
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