"Every day on this program, we try to address the talk of the nation, the most important, the most compelling stories, like landmark Supreme Court decisions, civil war in Syria, climate change, politics and tough times. On our last day, we think it's appropriate for you to set the agenda. Call, tell us: What's the talk of the nation? It might be a big international story you've been following for weeks, or a local news event that has your neighborhood abuzz."
"HEATHER: Hi, yes. I think one of the most important things that's going on right now is actually the special session in Texas to try to push through abortion restrictions. CONAN: And the filibuster the other day by State Senator Wendy Davis. HEATHER: Right, which is absolutely incredible. She deserves incredible support and just recognition for that effort. I think that was a really wonderful stand for women's rights."
Listeners were invited to call 800-989-8255 or email talk@npr.org to say what matters most to them. A caller from Tampa highlighted a Texas special legislative session aimed at pushing through stricter abortion restrictions. The caller praised State Senator Wendy Davis's filibuster as an incredible stand for women's rights and called for support and recognition. The caller expressed disappointment in Governor Perry's decision to reconvene the legislature and noted expectations that the bill will pass easily. Examples of major national and international topics included landmark Supreme Court decisions, the civil war in Syria, climate change, and politics.
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