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NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Sen. Bernie Sanders about his book, "Fight Oligarchy," which argues oligarchic economic and political control has left millions of Americans struggling.

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Sen. Bernie Sanders about his book, "Fight Oligarchy," which argues oligarchic economic and political control has left millions of Americans struggling.

As many federal workers enter their fourth week of working without pay, the USDA says food assistance benefits, known as SNAP, will run out Nov. 1.

As many federal workers enter their fourth week of working without pay, the USDA says food assistance benefits, known as SNAP, will run out Nov. 1.

As most lawmakers stay home during the shutdown, Rep. Kevin Kiley, R-Calif., keeps reporting to his Capitol Hill office, urging Congress to return to work and end the standoff.

The East Wing of the White House has been demolished to make way for President Trump's ballroom. Americans outside "The People's House" share how they feel about the construction.

The global economic system developed in an era of rapid population growth. With aging populations and people deciding to have smaller families, economists are raising concerns about future prosperity.

When Eric Schwartz was 15, his mother died. The first day back at school after the loss was difficult, but one teacher's kindness changed his experience of the day and the rest of his life.

Family size around the world is dropping. That choice by couples is triggering a population shift that's sending shock waves through economies.

Social media can push us to the dark side, with negative content. A new study finds watching inspiring videos for just 3 minutes a day is on par with meditation for boosting mood and reducing stress.