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Big House victory for GOP tax plan, but Senate fate unclear

Big House victory for GOP tax plan, but Senate fate unclear

The GOP measure would sharply reduce corporate tax rates and double the standard deduction many individuals take. Senate Republicans have their own bill, which could pass a committee vote on Friday.
by The Associated Press

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GOP senator comes out against tax plan as it undergoes changes

GOP senator comes out against tax plan as it undergoes changes

The Senate plan would make tax cuts for individuals temporary and canceling out Obamacare's individual mandate. Wisconsin's Ron Johnson became the first Republican senator to come out against it.
by Danielle Kurtzleben

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Neal Conan special: The history of tax reform

Neal Conan special: The history of tax reform

Historical context for the current debate over tax reform. In his "Truth, Politics and Power" series, former NPR host Neal Conan explores the ways our tax system evolved, and why. Is our tax system fair? Was it ever?
by MPR News Staff

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NFL says Super Bowl will benefit Twin Cities' image most

NFL says Super Bowl will benefit Twin Cities' image most

The NFL's COO said Super Bowl LII will benefit the region economically, but the bigger boost will be to the Twin Cities image --- whatever the weather may be.
by Martin Moylan

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Minnesota won't host 2023 World's Fair

Minnesota was one of three finalists for the Expo 2023 event. Argentina was selected as the host country.
by Solvejg Wastvedt

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When it comes to sexual harassment claims, whose side is HR really on?

When it comes to sexual harassment claims, whose side is HR really on?

Many employees feel that when it comes to sexual harassment claims, human resources departments work "for the company, rather than for the employees."

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