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Biden forms interagency group to draft antisemitism strategy

Biden forms interagency group to draft antisemitism strategy

Amid a surge in hateful rhetoric and violence, President Joe Biden on Monday formed a new interagency group to develop a national strategy to combat antisemitism, the White House announced.
by The Associated Press

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Road map for legal marijuana in Minnesota already exists

Road map for legal marijuana in Minnesota already exists

As the new DFL majorities at the Minnesota Capitol prepare for a debate over legalizing marijuana, there’s already a plan for how it could work. 
by Mark Zdechlik

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Everything you ever wanted to know about the bonding bill but were afraid to ask

Everything you ever wanted to know about the bonding bill but were afraid to ask

Minnesota lawmakers haven’t been able to pass a borrowing bill in two years, leading to a backlog in public construction projects around the state. Now, DFL leaders say getting it done will be a top priority.
by Dana Ferguson

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'I want to talk': Griner opened up during her long trip home

'I want to talk': Griner opened up during her long trip home

WNBA star Brittney Griner didn’t want quiet time as soon as she boarded a U.S. government plane that would bring her home. “I’ve been in prison for 10 months, listening to the Russians. I want to talk,” Griner said.
by The Associated Press

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Biden wants African Union to be added to Group of 20 nations

Biden wants African Union to be added to Group of 20 nations

The African Union represents the continent’s 54 countries. The G-20 is composed of the world’s major industrial and emerging economies and represents more than 80% of the world’s gross domestic product. South Africa is currently the only African member of the G-20.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesotans to avoid inflation-driven tax sting with huge bracket tweak

Minnesotans to avoid inflation-driven tax sting with huge bracket tweak

Every year, state officials tweak Minnesota’s tax brackets to account for inflation. This year’s adjustment is the biggest in decades because inflation is so high. 
by Brian Bakst

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Bill protecting same-sex, interracial unions clears Congress

Bill protecting same-sex, interracial unions clears Congress

The House gave final approval Thursday to legislation protecting same-sex marriages, a monumental step in a decadeslong battle for nationwide recognition of such unions that reflects a stunning turnaround in societal attitudes.
by The Associated Press

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White Earth Nation imposes moratorium on large livestock farms

White Earth Nation imposes moratorium on large livestock farms

The White Earth Tribal Council has imposed a moratorium on animal feedlots within the boundaries of the reservation located in northwestern Minnesota. It’s unclear how the moratorium will affect the regulatory process for such farms.
by Dan Gunderson

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