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A woman has never been president. Hillary Clinton has come the closest, but that highest, hardest glass ceiling is still intact. Now Republican Nikki Haley wants to succeed where her predecessors have not.The list of reasons a woman hasn't won is long — sexism, lack of representation in circles of power, and lack of representation in circles of money. But Nikki Haley has just scored an endorsement from the Koch Network that could change that.NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks to Political Scientist Kira Sonbonmatsu about the inequities between men and women when it comes to fundraising and what the Koch Network endorsement could mean for Haley.Email us at considerthis@npr.org.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Former US Ambassador Manuel Rocha is charged with secretly serving as a Cuban agent. Discussing the seriousness of intelligence threats, former CIA officer Robert Baer explores the implications for national security, the challenges of catching long-standing spies, and the potential damage caused by a former intelligence officer. The podcast also touches on efforts to fix Florida's Everglades and includes sponsor messages from Lisa and Oxfam.

Keffiyehs, checkered scarves most closely associated with Palestinians, have been in the news lately. In Vermont, three men of Palestinian descent, two of whom were wearing keffiyehs, were shot. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Wafa Ghnaim, a fellow at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and curator for the Museum of the Palestinian People, about the history of the garment, what it means to Palestinian identity and what it means to her.Email us at considerthis@npr.orgSee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Peter Baker, chief White House correspondent for the New York Times, discusses how President Biden's history with Israel is shaping current U.S. policy. The podcast explores the breakdown of the Israel-Hamas truce, the challenge of civilian casualties, the toll of Israeli attacks, challenges in building Arab-Israeli relations, and the limits of Biden's support for Israel.

Ranked choice voting, a system where voters pick their favorite candidates and second favorites, is gaining popularity in US cities and states. It aims to address concerns over democracy and decrease polarization. However, there is skepticism and unanswered questions about its effectiveness. The podcast explores the benefits and drawbacks, including eliminating the dilemma of voting for a third-party candidate, and calls for increased public participation in the democratic system.

Every year world leaders gather at the Conference of the Parties, or COP, to devise solutions to what amounts to a growing existential crisis for humankind: our rapidly heating planet. The United Arab Emirates is hosting COP28 this year. The goal of the conference is to decrease emissions and protect the planet. But leading the climate talks is the head of one of the biggest oil companies in the world, in a nation that derives much of its wealth from oil. Are the goals of this meeting truly in sync with the goals of the hosts?NPR's Miles Parks speaks with NPR international correspondent Aya Batrawy from COP28. Email us at considerthis@npr.orgSee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger was viewed as brilliant by some and a war criminal by others. The only man to ever hold the jobs of National Security Advisor and Secretary of State at the same time died at his Connecticut home at the age of 100. NPR's Ailsa Chang talks to author and historian Jeremi Suri about Kissinger's complicated legacy.Listen to Throughline's deeper dive on Kissinger here.Email us at considerthis@npr.orgSee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, a fierce advocate for better mental health care in the US, is discussed by a friend who shares how Rosalynn's support saved her life during a deep depression. The podcast highlights Rosalynn's multifaceted championing for equal rights, mental health care, and her legacy with the Carter Center.

Police pushback against progressive prosecutors is examined, focusing on a detective's refusal to testify in a murder case and its impact. Controversy surrounds exclusion lists and the refusal to testify by a progressive prosecutor, leading to questions about case outcomes and tensions between the police and prosecutors.

Exploring the challenges faced by former hostages in rebuilding their lives and the support available to them and their families. This chapter discusses the mental health challenges faced by former captives and the support provided by organizations. It emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed counseling, resilient skills, and coping mechanisms for adapting to a new normal after traumatic events. The impact of captivity on hostage families, including the constant stress, the importance of self-care, and the message of hope for reunification and resilience.