Social Issues

February 2, 2016 1:53 PM

A community conversation: What it is like to be Somali in St. Cloud

The Somali population of St. Cloud has grown significantly in recent decades causing some cultural tension and misunderstandings. MPR News recently held a community conversation there to explore what life is like as a Muslim in Minnesota.

by Tom Weber

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February 2, 2016 1:43 PM

Should schools celebrate holidays?

Principal Scott Masini of Bruce Vento Elementary School recently informed parents the school would no longer celebrate certain holidays, including Valentine's Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

by MPR News Staff

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February 1, 2016 2:23 PM

Being Muslim in Minnesota: Events stoke tension, fear among the faithful

Terrorism fears and presidential politics have fueled a climate of uncertainty for many Muslims in communities around Minnesota, where members of the world's fastest-growing religion are a small but growing segment of the population.

by Doualy Xaykaothao

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February 1, 2016 2:00 PM

'Stand up for our rights': Indian treaty tensions run deep in Minnesota

Ojibwe protesters charged with illegally harvesting wild rice and netting fish hope to force a definitive answer to the question of who controls Indian hunting and fishing. A case from more than 30 years ago suggests it may not happen.

by Dan Kraker

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February 1, 2016 7:45 AM

For more than a million food stamp recipients, the clock is now ticking

There's a three-month cap on SNAP benefits for unemployed, able-bodied adults, but it was waived in many areas after the recession began. In 22 states, the time limit has kicked back in.

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February 1, 2016 4:00 AM

Original intent? History, language blur Minnesota Indian treaty disputes

Would tribal leaders who signed the 1855 Treaty have understood that giving up land meant giving up hunting and fishing rights? A judge must probe the treaty's words and Minnesota's history for answers, starting today.

by Dan Gunderson

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February 1, 2016 4:00 AM

Being Muslim in Minnesota: Prayer -- and controversy -- at work

Most of the disputes between workers and employers arise from a lack of understanding, one expert says.

by Mukhtar M. Ibrahim

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February 1, 2016 4:00 AM

Explaining Minnesota's 1837, 1854 and 1855 Ojibwe treaties

Much of what is now Minnesota land was ceded by Ojibwe tribes in a series of treaties. Three of those treaties have sparked land use controversies in recent years.

by John Enger