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Sarah McCammon

Political correspondent for NPR.

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Apr 22, 2025 • 19min

Trump's First 100 Days: Wading Into The Culture Wars

Sarah McCammon, an NPR political correspondent, and Domenico Montanaro, NPR's senior political editor, dive into the intense cultural battles of Trump's first 100 days. They discuss the administration's push against 'woke' policies and the impacts on diversity and inclusion programs. The guest experts analyze the contentious debates around transgender rights in sports, highlighting political strategies and shifting public opinions. Emotions run high as they navigate the polarized reactions and challenges of discussing these heated issues in today's political landscape.
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Oct 6, 2024 • 26min

The Activists Working to Abolish IVF

NPR journalist Sarah McCammon, an expert on the abortion abolitionist movement, sheds light on a growing group of activists advocating for the ban of both abortions and certain fertility treatments like IVF. They argue that embryos deserve full human rights, sparking intense ethical and moral debates. McCammon reports from a protest outside an IVF clinic, where the activists voice their stark opposition and highlight their beliefs, intertwining personal narratives and religion with their quest for legislative change.
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May 23, 2024 • 12min

Republicans soften stance abortion, 'abortion abolitionists' go farther

Sarah McCammon, NPR reporter and expert on the anti-abortion movement, dives into the evolving landscape of abortion politics. She explores the diverging views within the Republican Party regarding restrictions, highlighting the rise of 'abortion abolitionists' who want to criminalize patients and challenge practices like IVF. McCammon discusses the tension between mainstream anti-abortion advocates and more extreme factions, revealing the political complexities driven by shifting public opinion and upcoming elections.