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Heather Cox Richardson on the history of the Republican Party

Heather Cox Richardson on the history of the Republican Party

Heather Cox Richardson says the principles, and the contradictions, of the Republican Party reflect the principles of America: equality of opportunity, equality under the law, and protection of property.
by MPR News Staff

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The Democracy Test: 'Checks and Balances'

The Democracy Test: 'Checks and Balances'

The Democracy Test, episode 5 "Checks and Balances." What we can learn from previous periods of political paralysis.

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The struggle to achieve a 'Great Society'

The struggle to achieve a 'Great Society'

Former Vice President Walter Mondale and Augsburg University history professor Bill Green discuss the issues highlighted in a History Theatre play, "The Great Society."
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Walter Mondale and Josie Johnson on civil rights in America

Walter Mondale and Josie Johnson on civil rights in America

Local civil rights legend Josie Johnson and former Vice President Walter Mondale discuss the ongoing struggle for voting rights, fair housing, and civil rights.

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Threading the needle: Mammoth Duluth museum ship eased out of longtime berth

Threading the needle: Mammoth Duluth museum ship eased out of longtime berth

You think parallel parking is hard? Try threading a mammoth Great Lakes freighter through the opening of a narrow drawbridge — with only 7 inches to spare on either side.
by Dan Kraker

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The Democracy Test: 'Why Democracy?'

The Democracy Test: 'Why Democracy?'

Political philosopher Danielle Allen says democracy answers the basic human desire to shape our own lives, and that our democracy will be revived by civic engagement.
by MPR News Staff

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Documentary: The Making of Male Dominance

Documentary: The Making of Male Dominance

A new documentary about the history of patriarchy.
by MPR News Staff

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'Rush': The other Founding Father from Philadelphia named Benjamin

'Rush': The other Founding Father from Philadelphia named Benjamin

Stephen Fried's biography argues that Benjamin Rush -- a pioneering physician, writer and a signatory to the Declaration of Independence -- belongs on the historical tier of Benjamin Franklin.
by Melissa Block

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Evan Thomas, author of 'Being Nixon: A Man Divided'

Evan Thomas, author of 'Being Nixon: A Man Divided'

Was Richard Nixon a patriotic public servant who was intent on accomplishing big things or a scheming criminal mastermind?
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