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The media and the public

The media and the public

Journalists, citizen journalists and members of the public recently got together at Minnesota Public Radio's UBS Forum to discuss the evolving role of the public in reporting the news.

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The ever-changing media landscape

The ever-changing media landscape

Midmorning takes stock of recent news about the media including the use of anonymous sources, newspaper job cuts, and political news coverage.

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The ugly side of 'America the Beautiful'

The ugly side of 'America the Beautiful'

Film maker Darryl Roberts wanted to explore America's obsession with beauty. His documentary "American the Beautiful" became a scathing indictment.
by Euan Kerr

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Congress passes budget plan after months of debate, be a Budget Hero in minutes

Congress has approved plans for the 2009 federal budget. The House of Representatives approved a $3-trillion budget plan earlier today. The Senate passed their plan yesterday. Both spending outlines would eliminate deficits in four years, but they leave some tax and Medicare decisions for the next president. Democrats and Republicans argued over the details of these budget bills for months, but in just a few minutes time, you can try your hand at the budget process. 'Budget Hero' is Minnesota Public Radio's new online game that lets people take a stab at proposing their own federal budget.

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Study: News media fails at health reporting

New research from the University of Minnesota says the major mainstream media has many failings when it comes to reporting on medical and science topics.
by Lorna Benson

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'Breathing the Fire: Fighting to Report and Survive in Iraq'

'Breathing the Fire: Fighting to Report and Survive in Iraq'

It's been two years since Award-winning correspondent for CBS News Kimberly Dozier was struck by a car bomb in Baghdad while covering a story. Her new book, "Breathing the Fire: Fighting to Report and Survive in Iraq," details her experience.

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Smart design for people who need it

Smart design for people who need it

A new exhibition opening at the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis this weekend shows that cheap and simple designs can change, and even save, lives.
by Marianne Combs

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Steven C works his piano

Steven C works his piano

St. Paul musician Steven Anderson, or Steven C., as his stage name goes, has built a thriving behind-the-scenes career in the "New Age" music industry as a producer and pianist. Now he's stepping out of the shadows with a new CD.
by Chris Roberts

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Minneapolis artist adds new dimensions to his landscapes

Minneapolis artist adds new dimensions to his landscapes

After years of building a following for his striking landscapes Minneapolis, painter Gregory Euclide is trying something else.
by Euan Kerr

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Reality literature

Reality literature

Look at any bestseller list, and most likely you'll find a few memoirs. Real life stories about tragic childhoods, abuse and recovery, failure and redemption are all the rage right now. Midmorning examines the popularity of the memoir.

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