How abortion became the only political issue that mattered in 1990s

Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Abortions were considered common in the 19th century. How did the medical procedure become so politicized today?

How abortion plays out in the Supreme Court and California — and how Democrats respond to it — will drive voters to the midterm polls and inform their decisions, says Politico’s Jeremy White.

Comedian Ziwe says her show is “uncomfortable conversations with iconic people.” She likes to “play up that chaos,” asking guests about race, politics, gender, culture, and class.

A portrait of Marilyn Monroe by Andy Warhol sold for a record-breaking $195 million. But that’s not his best work, says New York Times art critic Blake Gopnik.