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Swastika, N.Y., is keeping its name

When an outsider suggested the tiny northern hamlet of Swastika change its name, town supervisors quickly rejected the idea.
by Julie Ritchey

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Trump expands ban on racial sensitivity training to federal contractors

Trump expands ban on racial sensitivity training to federal contractors

The president signed an executive order to combat "race and sex stereotyping and scapegoating." The training cited includes references to white privilege and systemic racism.
by NPR Staff

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APMG president to step down amid calls for racial and gender equity

APMG president to step down amid calls for racial and gender equity

Jon McTaggart’s decision comes on the same day a group of MPR and APM employees wrote an open letter to listeners and audiences describing a lack of faith in senior leaders. It said the company has “fostered a harmful working environment for women and journalists of color” over its 53-year history.
by Catharine Richert

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The only Hmong plastic surgeon in the world would like to see that change

The only Hmong plastic surgeon in the world would like to see that change

Growing up, David Thao translated doctor’s appointments for Hmong elders. Now, as a founder of the Hmong Medical Association, he speaks for the community — and for himself.

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Preparing Minnesotans of color to wield more power at the Capitol

Preparing Minnesotans of color to wield more power at the Capitol

The number of Minnesota lawmakers of color has tripled over the past 10 years, but the Legislature remains 90 percent white — which is less racially diverse than the state’s population. A St. Paul program is trying to build a pipeline from diverse communities to the state Capitol to tackle widening racial disparities.
by Melissa Townsend

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Black protest leaders to white allies: 'It's our turn to lead our own fight'

Black protest leaders to white allies: 'It's our turn to lead our own fight'

As Black Lives Matter protests spread across the country, a lot of white people joined in to help the cause. In many cities Black leaders are being deliberate about the roles white allies play.
by Brian Mann and Elizabeth Baker

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St. Paul families gain rent relief in pandemic-battered economy

St. Paul families gain rent relief in pandemic-battered economy

A St. Paul housing assistance program started before the pandemic is keeping some families in their homes, and officials want to know if it could help in ways that other housing assistance does not.
by Nina Moini

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