This week marks a year since the January 6th insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, and in this episode we’re returning to the events of the day, which have become much clearer over the past year.

And Capitol Police Sergeant Aquilino Gonell, who was there on January 6th, describes what it’s like returning to work in the building where he says he was almost certain he would die.

In participating regions, you’ll also hear a local news segment that will help you make sense of what’s going on in your community.

Email us at considerthis@npr.org.