American Voices on Trump
Sep 28, 2025•28 min
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Summary
NPR reporters embark on a cross-country road trip to gauge how the Trump administration's policies are impacting everyday Americans. From manufacturing tariffs in Mississippi and trade wars affecting New Mexico's oil and gas to farmers in Washington and North Dakota, economic uncertainty is a recurring theme. The episode also delves into Alabama's battle for fair representation amidst cuts to DEI programs and the strain on public lands and national parks due to budget reductions.Episode description
The Trump administration has moved fast to chart a new course for American policy both here at home as well as internationally. But how are those changes impacting Americans across the country?
This week on The Sunday Story, we take a road trip to find out how people are feeling about the policy changes coming out of the White House. From wheat farmers in Washington state to Forest Service workers in Montana to business leaders in Mississippi, average Americans offer their thoughts on where the country is headed.
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This week on The Sunday Story, we take a road trip to find out how people are feeling about the policy changes coming out of the White House. From wheat farmers in Washington state to Forest Service workers in Montana to business leaders in Mississippi, average Americans offer their thoughts on where the country is headed.
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