The Takeaway

The New Wave of Corporate Activism

More and more businesses are taking a stand on everything from gun control to climate change.

Is There Anything Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Can't Do?

The Takeaway speaks to NBA legend and author Kareem Abdul-Jabbar about how he’s managed to find success in such a wide range of professional fields.

Scientists have painted a bleak picture of the future if we fail to curb greenhouse gas emissions, but we’ve already started to witness the fallout of a warming planet. Politics with Amy Walter looks at the role climate change is playing across politics and at the vulnerable communities that stand to lose the most. 

Our coverage this week is part of a collaboration with 250 other media organizations called “Covering Climate Now.” 

President Donald Trump was elected in 2016 fresh off of giving campaign speeches that promised to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement and bring back coal jobs. Just over two years later, we look at whether or not he's made good on those promises.

Guests:

Rachel Cleetus, Policy director with the Climate and Energy program at the Union of Concerned Scientists

Kendra Pierre-Louis, Climate reporter for The New York Times

Christine Todd Whitman, Former Governor of New Jersey and Former Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency

Zahra Hirji, Climate reporter for BuzzFeed News

Rich Fitzgerald, County Executive (D) for Allegheny County, Pennsylvania

Leandra Mira, Pittsburgh climate activist

Comment from Shell:

"Shell received its Air Quality Permit in 2015 from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, with oversight from the Federal Environmental Protection Agency.  In line with its permitting requirements, Shell will meet the regulatory standards created to protect people and the environment."

From Resilience to Resistance: The Toll of Hurricane Maria, Two Years Later

This Friday marks two years since Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico. 

The Art of Tackling Climate Change

The Takeaway sits down with three artists who are working to incorporate climate change into their work.

Electoral Stalemate Leaves Israel's Political Future in Question

Neither Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu or challenger Benny Gantz have enough votes to form a government.

How are the Concerns of Asian Americans Being Considered Ahead of the 2020 Elections?

Andrew Yang and Kamala Harris have brought Asian American identity into a new national focus.

2020 Republican Candidate Mark Sanford Condemns Primary Cancellations 

Former South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford believes the cancelation of Republican primaries in four states is anti-American. 

More Local TV Meteorologists are Discussing Climate Change

Over the past few years, a growing number of local TV meteorologists have been discussing climate change as part of their regular weather forecasts.

Other segments:

Where Does the U.S.-Saudi Relationship Stand?

New tensions come almost a year after Saudi Arabia killed The Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

The High Price of Fast Delivery: Amazon Contractors are Crashing, But the Company Does Not Take Responsibility

A new report shows how the web of Amazon contractors makes it difficult to track crash data.

The Trump Administration's Federal Court Strategy: 150 Judges Confirmed So Far

What does the Democrats' strategy look like in the lead-up to 2020?

Nationwide Efforts to Track Police Officers who Lie on the Job

In cities like Seattle, St. Louis, and Houston, newly elected prosecutors are building more expansive databases to track dishonest officers.

Ecological Grief: a Barely Understood Consequence of Climate Change

As the natural environment is changed by a warming planet, indigenous communities often suffer disproportionately.

Other segments: 

A New California Bill is a Game-Changer for the Gig Economy

Uber and Lyft have vowed to spend $30 million to fight the bill.

Climate Change is Making Children Anxious

And they want to do something about it.

Revisiting the Groundbreaking Career of Actor Raúl Juliá

The PBS documentary “Raúl Juliá: The World’s a Stage” paints a portrait of a trailblazing Latino performer, who consistently emphasized his Puerto Rican identity in his acting roles.

Other segments:

How does the UAW Strike Compare with Past Union Actions?

The UAW previously went on strike in 2007 and, notably, 1970. How does today's strike compare?

The Companies Profiting from the Militarization of the U.S.-Border

A new report points to the companies' profits — and their potential influence in Washington.

The third Democratic primary debate is behind us now--all three hours of it. On Thursday night, the top ten polling Democratic candidates met in Houston, Texas. And for the first time, frontrunners Joe Biden, Elizabeth Warren, and Bernie Sanders shared a single stage. So, did anything from the latest debate reshape the battle for the nomination? That’s the question at the center of today's show.

We also look at how the caucus process works in Nevada and what we might expect in the first primary state, New Hampshire. Finally, a conversation about the Democrats and impeachment, in light of the House Judiciary Committee vote this week to move forward with an impeachment inquiry. 

Guests:

Claire Malone, senior politics writer for FiveThirtyEight

Joel Payne, former aide to the Hillary Clinton Campaign 

Issac Dovere, staff writer at The Atlantic

Shelby Wiltz, caucus director for the Nevada State Democratic Party

Rebecca Katz, founding partner of New Deal Strategies

Karen Hicks, founder and CEO of Civix Strategy Group

Kyle Cheney, Congress reporter for Politico 

Why Are People Leaving Some of Biggest U.S. Metro Areas?

New data from the Census Bureau shows that populations are declining in some of the biggest metro areas in the country, like New York City, Chicago, and Los Angeles.

Who Was the Mysterious Spy in Russia, Feeding Secrets to the CIA?

The spy was removed by the CIA from Russia in 2017.

How "Hustlers" Is Changing the Portrayal of Strippers in Hollywood

The film's writer and director, Lorene Scafaria, hired the stripper Jacqueline Francis to consult on the movie. Jacqueline ensured that the film dealt with the subject honestly.

Other segments:

Benjamin Netanyahu Pledges to Annex the West Bank

Israel's prime minister announced Tuesday that he will move to annex part of the occupied West Bank if he wins the election next week.

Your Donations to Charities Are Lining the Pockets of a Las Vegas Telemarketer

Las Vegas telemarketer Richard Zeitlin and his companies have taken nearly 90 percent of what they've raised for for charities and super PACS.

How States Are Holding Opioid Manufacturers and Distributors Accountable

States across the country are holding manufacturers and distributors of opioids accountable for their role in creating what they say is an epidemic.

U.S. Jails and Prisons Failing to Provide Treatment for Opioid Addiction

Incarcerated people are 40 times more likely to overdose upon release.

California Bill Would Allow Student Athletes To Be Paid For Endorsements And Likeness Rights

The Fair Pay To Play Act passed through the State Assembly on Monday and has already passed through the Senate.

Other Segments:

What North Carolina's Special Election Means for 2020

The Takeaway also looks at John Bolton's exit and what that might mean for Trump’s foreign policy and the 2020 election.

Has a New Norm Been Broken with the NOAA Controversy?

Millions of Americans were looking to the federal government for life-saving information about Hurricane Dorian. They got a political fiasco.

The Eleventh Hour Fight Over Fate of California's Privacy Bill

Legislators have until the end of the week to amend the California Consumer Privacy Act.

What is the United States Doing About Food Waste?

European countries have more effective federal legislation to reduce food waste than the U.S.  

Other segments:

British Parliament Suspended for Five Weeks as Halloween Brexit Deadline Looms

The deadline to finalize a Brexit deal with the European Union is October 31st. But a weeks-long suspension of Parliament is now in effect, leaving little time to finalize a new plan.

What Would a "Safe Third Country" Agreement Between the U.S. and Honduras Mean for the Asylum Crisis?

The alleged 'Safe Third Country' agreement speaks volumes of the U.S.-Honduras relationship.