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The war in Ukraine and learning from Minnesotans who survived past wars

The war in Ukraine and learning from Minnesotans who survived past wars

What can we learn about the effects of the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Ukraine from Minnesotans who fled war and torture? Guest host Chris Farrell speaks with a Ukrainian in Minnesota watching as the war destroys his homeland, the president of Refugees International and two therapists who help people recover from the trauma of war.
by Chris Farrell, Sarah Gelbard and Maja Beckstrom

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Former Minnesota exchange student shares update on war from his home in Lviv, Ukraine

Former Minnesota exchange student shares update on war from his home in Lviv, Ukraine

Eight years ago, Roman Polishchuk was an exchange student at Hastings High School. Currently, he is the head of sales for the American company Join It, living and working in Lviv — a major city on the western side of Ukraine. Polishchuk joined host Cathy Wurzer to talk about his experience over the last two weeks living through the war that is unfolding in his home country.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lindsay Guentzel

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Twin Cities author and podcast host named USA Today's Woman of the Year

Twin Cities author and podcast host named USA Today's Woman of the Year

She's no stranger to television and radio but a Twin Cities mother, activist, author and Emmy Award-winning comedian added another title to her already-packed resume over the weekend. She can now call herself Woman of the Year.
by Cathy Wurzer and Simone Cazares

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Minnesota names reveal our connections, struggles for inclusion

In the first installment of MPR News’ series North Star Journey, editor Brandt Williams considers the power of changing and saying names from Bde Maka Ska to George Floyd.
by Brandt Williams

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Surplus steals show, but borrowing plan still in Capitol mix

Surplus steals show, but borrowing plan still in Capitol mix

Minnesota’s sizable surplus is driving the discussion at the state Capitol, but a borrowing plan for construction projects will enter the conversation before long.
by Brian Bakst

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Keith Ellison talks about what it means to be 'the people's lawyer'

Keith Ellison talks about what it means to be 'the people's lawyer'

On this week’s Politics Friday, MPR News editor Mike Mulcahy talked with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison about his prosecution of high-profile cases against former police officers, his fight against wage theft, advocacy for tenants rights and what’s next with the opioid settlement.  
by Mike Mulcahy and Maja Beckstrom

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What reality TV says about us

What reality TV says about us

Do you love reality TV? If you do, you aren’t alone. Reality TV – from game shows to candid camera to dating competitions – has captured our attention for decades. Angela Davis talks all about reality TV, why we love it and what that says about us.
by Angela Davis and Samantha Matsumoto

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