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I Hated Novak Djokovic. Now I’m Rooting for Him.
He was the player tennis fans loved to hate. But as he competes at the US Open for his 25th Grand Slam, I'll be there cheering on the greatest in…
August 23, 2025
Uri Berliner

Happy Independence Day, NPR
The Senate just voted to cut federal funding for the news organization I worked at for 25 years. It only has itself to blame.
July 17, 2025
Uri Berliner

The American Dream Died by Suicide
It’s easy to blame globalization, but the working class was pummeled by home prices, healthcare costs, and higher-education expenses.
June 2, 2025
Uri Berliner

Uri Berliner: NPR Should Refuse to Take Federal Funds
The broadcaster needs to stop pretending it’s a network for all of America, and become the progressive institution it truly wants to be.
March 26, 2025
Uri Berliner

Uri Berliner: What Congress Should Ask NPR’s Chief
If public radio wants to keep getting taxpayer money, my old boss should be asked some tough questions.
February 4, 2025
Uri Berliner
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