The Takeaway

In the second installment of Politics with Amy Walter from Iowa, we contextualize the caucuses set to take place on Monday.

Democratic Strategist Matt Paul fills us in on why many voters are undecided until the last minute and what it will take to convince them to get behind a candidate. Chair of the Iowa Democratic Party Troy Price and Iowa Public Radio's politics reporter Clay Masters explain how the caucus process has changed since 2016. Iowa State University student Megan Johansen explains why she's supporting Pete Buttigieg. 

Also, Peter Ambler, the executive director of Giffords explains how the national conversation surrounding gun control has shifted, even in the suburbs. 

ICYMI: Check out the first installment from Iowa here.

The Questioning Phase of the Impeachment Trial Begins

Senators began questioning House Managers and President Trump’s attorneys about the president’s conduct with Ukraine.

Despite Its Troubled History, the Border Patrol is Training Kids to Apprehend Migrants

The Border Patrol has been training teens for years to take part in law enforcement work.

Why Boris Johnson and Trump are Butting Heads on Trade

While much of the rhetoric around Brexit has been about isolationism, the split also means that Britain has to create new trade agreements with countries around the world.

How Filmmakers are Reckoning with #MeToo on the Big Screen

The film that is loosely based on the Harvey Weinstein story, "The Assistant", hits theaters on Friday. The Takeaway looks at how filmmakers are reckoning with #MeToo on the big screen.

Trump Unveils So-Called Peace Plan for the Middle East

On Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced his long-awaited plan for peace between Israel and the Palestinians.

The Harvey Weinstein Trial is Moving Quickly

And the defense has worked to undermine the allegations by pointing to one victim’s continued contact with Weinstein after the alleged assault.

Could "She" Be President? A Look at Pronoun Bias in Politics

Presidential candidates have been using female pronouns to talk about the presidency. Turns out we may all be biased against the “she” pronoun in that context.

The Devastating Family Toll of Suicide by Firearm

Karyl Chastain Beal lost her daughter Arlene to suicide by firearm back in the 1990s.

Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria is a Growing Threat

Recent studies from the World Health Organization and the United Nations say that resistant bacteria and the decline of antibiotic development could soon lead to a global crisis. 

Is the World Prepared for the Next Pandemic?

As fears over the spread of the coronavirus continue to spread, it raises questions about how prepared countries around the world are for the next pandemic.

World's Largest Money Manager to Make Investment Decisions Based on Climate Change

The world’s largest money manager, BlackRock, announced recently that it plans to make climate change a central part of its investment strategy.

What Exactly is the Relationship Between India's Prime Minister Modi and President Trump?

Late last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the U.S. for a massive rally in Texas, and next month President Trump will visit India for a similar event.

Trump Administration Issues Rollback of U.S. Waterways Protections 

Last Thursday, the Trump administration finalized a new rule rolling back environmental protections of streams, wetlands, and groundwater across the country.

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo Verbally Attacks NPR Host Mary Louise Kelly

It’s just the latest example of the Trump administration demonizing members of the news media.

The Life and Legacy of Basketball Legend Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant was one of 9 killed during a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California, on Sunday.

How to Write About Experiences Other Than Your Own

After the controversy around "American Dirt," we wanted to discuss how people can successfully write about identities and experiences outside of their own.

Thousands from the South Asian Diaspora Protest India's New Citizenship Law

As protests in India continue against a law that grants citizenship based on religion, the South Asian diaspora has also taken to the streets to join the fight.

This week, Politics with Amy Walter took a trip to Iowa to get a sense of how voters are feeling ahead of the upcoming caucuses. We asked politicians, economists, pollsters, and caucusgoers about what issues are important to them and which candidate could deliver the White House to Democrats. The issues of foremost concern included race, healthcare, labor protections, hyper-polarization, climate change, and defeating President Trump. 

J. Ann Selzer, whose poll is considered the “gold standard,” walks us through her latest data set and what to make of this incredibly close race. 

From Waterloo, we heard from Mayor Quentin Hart, who has endorsed former Mayor Pete Buttigieg and Pastor Frantz Whitfield, a supporter of Vice President Joe Biden, about the calculus behind their endorsements.

Dave Swenson, an economist at Iowa State University, explained the economy of the state which holds an outsized influence on the rest of the primary season.

House Managers Begin Their Case Against President Trump

Each of the seven House managers will present different aspects of the case.

Women are Leading Protests Against Controversial Citizenship Law in India

In India, people are still protesting a law passed over a month ago that many see as discriminatory against Muslims because it grants citizenship based on religion.

Glenn Greenwald Responds to Accusations of Cybercrimes by the Brazilian Government

The Brazilian government alleges that Greenwald helped hack the cellphones of public officials. Greenwald joins The Takeaway to discuss the charges against him.

The Threats That Journalists Face for Reporting on the Government

As civil unrest and protests have grown, in places like Hong Kong, Chile, and Lebanon, governments have cracked down on reporters as well as protesters.

The Rise of "Abortion Reversal" Laws

In 2019, the U.S. saw an unprecedented number of laws aimed at limiting people’s right to abortion.

Mexican Officials Attempt to Stop Migrant Caravan, Indicative of U.S. Pressure on Mexico

The Mexican National Guard deployed tear gas on the migrant caravan at the Mexico-Guatemala border.

Seeking Asylum: From the Southern Border to Japan

The asylum system, designed by major countries to deal with people fleeing persecution, is broken, everywhere.

New State Bills and Laws Could Have Lasting Impact on LGBTQ Community 

While Utah's law banning conversation therapy goes into effect today, a dozen of states have proposed new bills that many believe are discriminatory against transgender minors. 

Actor BD Wong and Writer Teresa Hsiao on Bringing Asian American Stories to the Small Screen

Awkwafina stars in a new sitcom based on her own life called 'Awkwafina is Nora from Queens.' Actor BD Wong and executive producer Teresa Hsiao discuss bringing the story to television.

Iowa Prepares to Caucus as Impeachment Trial Kicks Off

How The Trumps and Kushners Got Rich Off Federal Policies

President Trump is no stranger to using his influence to seek favors. It’s a strategy that is not out of the ordinary in the world where he made his fortune, New York real estate.

In Puerto Rico, Fallout Over Unused Aid Raises Questions about Government Mismanagement

Over the weekend, a video went viral on social media, showing a warehouse full of unused disaster supplies in the city of Ponce.

The Barriers to Finding Mental Healthcare While Black

Only a quarter of Black Americans seek out care, compared with 40% of white people.

Richmond Braces for Major Rally Against Gun Control

Thousands of gun rights activists are expected to rally against a series of proposed gun control laws in Virginia.

Martin Luther King Jr. Was Surveilled by the FBI. Today, Law Enforcement Still Tracks Black Activists

The FBI and law enforcement agencies have come under fire for their surveillance practices of Black activists.

Bad Boys Director Adil El Arbi on Taking the Leap from Belgium to Hollywood

The FBI and law enforcement agencies have come under fire for their surveillance practices of Black activists.

A New Wave of Progressive Prosecutors and the Barriers They Face

Many left-leaning district attorneys are seeking reforms that are seeing pushback.

The Quiet Rise of Meth Overdoses During the Opioid Epidemic

There is now a rise in the number of deaths and overdoses from methamphetamine and cocaine.