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What does the decrease in religious giving mean for the future of giving?

What does the decrease in religious giving mean for the future of giving?

Religious institutions still receive more donations than any other charity organizations in the U.S. But religious giving is down 50 percent since 1990 according to Giving USA.
by Kerri Miller and Tiffany Hanssen

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Pennsylvania prof under fire for 'white genocide' tweet

Drexel University professor has been summoned to a meeting with school officials after he tweeted a Christmas Eve message that appeared to support "white genocide."
by Associated Press

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Before 'Fences,' August Wilson was a poet -- and a St. Paulite

Before 'Fences,' August Wilson was a poet -- and a St. Paulite

"Fences" is making its silver screen debut this week. But before it was adapted by Hollywood, "Fences" began on the stage, penned by two-time Pulitzer prizewinner -- and one-time St. Paulite -- August Wilson.
by Euan Kerr and MPR News Staff

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In New York, activists prepare bystanders to take action against harassment

In New York, activists prepare bystanders to take action against harassment

Not sure how to respond if you see a bias-based attack or hate crime in public? Some activists are training people on how best to intervene and not just walk away.

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Trump team asks State Dept. to name those working on gender equality

The State Department was asked to list its workers who focus on gender equality and ending violence against women, and to identify money allocated for such programs.

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Knowing someone who faced discrimination may affect blood pressure

Knowing someone who faced discrimination may affect blood pressure

Seeing someone close to you experience racial discrimination may have more of an effect on health than experiencing that discrimination yourself, a study finds.
by Rob Stein

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Repeal of NC's 'bathroom bill' fails as Legislature adjourns special session

Repeal of NC's 'bathroom bill' fails as Legislature adjourns special session

A deal between Charlotte leaders and state lawmakers called for the repeal of both a local ordinance and the controversial state law. The repeal failed a Senate vote, and the legislature adjourned.

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Why colleges can punish sexual assault better than the courts

Why colleges can punish sexual assault better than the courts

When the University of Minnesota suspended 10 football players after investigating alleged sexual assaults that a prosecutor declined to charge, it illustrated how colleges can be better equipped to punish sexual violence on campus than the justice system.
by Cody Nelson

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