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Online disinformation expert Joan Donovan on the power of memes

Online disinformation expert Joan Donovan on the power of memes

Memes have been used since America’s founding to motivate political action. But Harvard researcher and online disinformation expert Joan Donovan says they’ve never been so powerful. Her new book says they even incited the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Slurp: Chef Yia Vang and his pop up Hmong noodle restaurant

Slurp: Chef Yia Vang and his pop up Hmong noodle restaurant

Chef Yia Vang has started a popup venue that serves hot noodles, and where he can host chefs who need a space and expertise before opening their own kitchens.
by Jacob Aloi

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'I got myself back': White Earth project strengthens individuals to build community

'I got myself back': White Earth project strengthens individuals to build community

A new initiative is teaching parents on the White Earth Reservation life skills to be better parents, but just as importantly, how to use their voices to create community change. Cultural identity is central to the first-of-its-kind program in Minnesota that seeks to help people heal from trauma and empowers them to help others.
by Dan Gunderson

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St. Paul resident reflects on his time covering Pope Benedict XVI for Catholic News Service

St. Paul resident reflects on his time covering Pope Benedict XVI for Catholic News Service

Many believe Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who died Saturday, mishandled the clergy sexual abuse scandal. But John Thavis, who was the Rome bureau chief for Catholic News Service during Benedict’s papacy, says his record is more nuanced. And he says it was music that could stir the stubbornly straight-faced pontiff.
by Emily Bright and Megan Burks

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Abortion access bill advances as ground shifts on issue at MN Capitol

Abortion access bill advances as ground shifts on issue at MN Capitol

Minnesota lawmakers took their first look Thursday at a bill that would codify the right to an abortion in state law. And there was emotional testimony for and against it in a House Committee. 
by Dana Ferguson

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Musings of an 'aging millennial'

A comedy bit from Twin Cities-based actress and comedian Brittany Parker.
by Cathy Wurzer

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