Dana Roberson

Takeaway Producer

Dana Roberson appears in the following:

Canada Wary As Trump Takes Aim at NAFTA

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

President Trump says he will also meet with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to renegotiate NAFTA in the coming days.

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Skipping Trump's Inauguration and Marching for Unity

Friday, January 20, 2017

Congresswoman Barbara Lee, who is skipping Donald Trump's inauguration, and two organizers of the Women's March on Washington, discuss their opposition to the 45th president.

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The Meaning of Michelle: A Homage to the First Lady

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

Michelle Obama has intrigued and inspired millions over the last eight years. She's redefined and challenged traditional perceptions about beauty, strength, and what a first lady can be.

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Is Trump's Pick for Education Secretary an Enemy of Public Schools?

Tuesday, January 17, 2017

Betsy DeVos, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of education, goes before the Senate today. Opponents say she will entice states to take money away from public schools.

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The Pioneering Women Who Built New York

Tuesday, January 17, 2017

In a new book, "The Women Who Made New York," author Julie Scelfo features 126 women who helped define the social fabric of New York City. 

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New Documentary Highlights Landmark Transgender Bathroom Fight

Friday, January 13, 2017

"Growing Up Coy" tells the story of a young Colorado family fighting for their 6-year-old transgender daughter’s right to use the girls' bathroom at her elementary school.

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EPA: Fiat Chrysler Cheated Emissions Tests, Violated Clean Air Act

Friday, January 13, 2017

This news comes just a day after the Department of Justice indicted six Volkswagen executives for their roles in the emissions-cheating scandal by that company.

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Can a Brain Surgeon Design Federal Housing Policy?

Thursday, January 12, 2017

Ben Carson, Donald Trump's pick for secretary of housing and urban development, goes before the Senate today. Timothy McDaniel, Carson's childhood friend, reflects on his qualifications.

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With Dylann Roof's Death Sentence, Some Closure for Charleston

Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Dylann Roof was sentenced to death for the brutal racial assault and murder of nine African-American churchgoers that shocked the nation nearly two years ago.  

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Adequate But Unequal? SCOTUS Considers Special Ed Case

Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Today, the Supreme Court hears arguments in Endrew v. Douglas County School District. The ruling could have a huge impact for kids with learning disabilities. 

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Critics, Supporters Take a Stand on Jeff Sessions

Tuesday, January 10, 2017

Sen. Jeff Sessions of Alabama, Donald Trump's pick for U.S. attorney general, goes in front of the Judiciary Committee today. It's highly likely that he will be confirmed. 

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Fort Lauderdale Shooter Due in Court Today

Monday, January 09, 2017

On Friday, Esteban Santiago, a 26-year-old Iraq War veteran, opened fire at Fort Lauderdale International Airport and killed five people.

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Intelligence Agencies Blame Russia for Meddling in 2016 Election

Monday, January 09, 2017

The FBI, the CIA, and the NSA have released a declassified report that finds that Vladimir Putin "ordered an influence campaign in 2016 aimed at the U.S. presidential election.”

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Dylann Roof and The Death Penalty: What's Next

Thursday, January 05, 2017

In South Carolina, the sentencing trial for Dylann Roof has resumed after a judge ruled for a second time that he is competent to stand trial and represent himself before a jury.

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Filipino President Duterte Has a Social Media Army

Thursday, January 05, 2017

In the lead up to his election, Rodrigo Duterte allegedly employed a “keyboard army” to silence dissenters on social media and help create the illusion of widespread support.

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Ford President: We're Not Changing Our Plans Because of Trump

Wednesday, January 04, 2017

On Tuesday, the Ford Motor Company announced that it was scrapping plans to build a new manufacturing plant in Mexico.

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Brazilian Prison Riot One of the Deadliest in History

Tuesday, January 03, 2017

Around 60 people were killed in the Anisio Jobim Penitentiary Complex located in Brazilian city of Manaus on Sunday. Some were decapitated and dismembered during the 17 hour riot.

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How Change Happens

Monday, January 02, 2017

Change 2017 - turning ideas into action.

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On Patrol in President Duterte's War Against Drugs

Thursday, December 29, 2016

A journalist goes on patrol with the Manilla police department.

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Ecological and Political Fallout from California Drought

Wednesday, December 28, 2016

California is in the sixth year of a drought that is not only affecting the environment, but has political implications as well.

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