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What growing diversity in the state Legislature means for Minnesota politics

The current class of state lawmakers is the most diverse in Minnesota history, and it looks possible that November's elections will only further that trend. University of Minnesota political science professor Michael Minta joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about what this could mean for state politics.
by Cathy Wurzer

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A new children's album celebrates kids who identify as transgender and nonbinary

A new children's album celebrates kids who identify as transgender and nonbinary

Noel King speaks to music therapist and musician Julie Be of the group Ants on a Log about a new all-star children's album that celebrates kids who are transgender and nonbinary.
by Noel King and Barry Gordemer

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Report: 59 Confederate symbols removed since George Floyd's death

Report: 59 Confederate symbols removed since George Floyd's death

America's reckoning with racism has brought down statues, one state flag and one police emblem, according to the Southern Poverty Law Center — and led to the renaming of schools or sites.
by Camila Domonoske

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Kamala Harris pick for VP is hailed as 'a moment of pride' in India

Kamala Harris pick for VP is hailed as 'a moment of pride' in India

"This is a historical, transformational, and proud moment for... all women of colour, all Black women, and all South Asian women," Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra tweeted.
by Lauren Frayer

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In Minnesota, many Black women entrepreneurs missed out on PPP dollars

In Minnesota, many Black women entrepreneurs missed out on PPP dollars

COVID-19 is hitting Black female entrepreneurs in Minnesota just like everyone else, but many missed on the federal lifeline for small businesses because their operations and business relationships don’t sync with traditional banking.
by Kathryn Styer Martinez

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Kamala Harris' selection as VP resonates with Black women

Kamala Harris' selection as VP resonates with Black women

For many Black women, Sen. Kamala Harris' selection as Joe Biden's running mate represents a full-circle moment after fighting for generations to have their voices heard and political aspirations recognized.
by The Associated Press

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5 takeaways on the new Biden-Harris presidential ticket

5 takeaways on the new Biden-Harris presidential ticket

Beyond making history, former Vice President Joe Biden showed his vision for the future, opened a window into his decision-making and picked someone who will likely be able to stand up well in a vice-presidential debate.
by Domenico Montanaro

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'Not enough time': Census workers fear rushing count could botch results

'Not enough time': Census workers fear rushing count could botch results

Already hampered by the coronavirus, Census Bureau workers are now scrambling to visit households that haven't filled out a 2020 census form, trying to finish a count that's been cut short by a month.
by Hansi Lo Wang

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