Social Issues

Muslim leaders decry rejection of cemetery
In August last year, the Castle Rock Township board rejected an application from the land owner for a Muslim cemetery.
China decides to abolish 1-child policy
After 35 years, China has rescinded its law banning many families from having more than one child; all of them will now be allowed to have two.
Native stereotypes in Party City Halloween costumes draw flak
Jamie Becker-Finn took to social media to criticize headdresses and other Halloween costumes at Party City meant to depict Native Americans. She's endured negative and racist replies since posting.
Minnesota's diversity grows, but Legislature stays mostly white
Less than 5 percent of Minnesota legislators are people of color, compared to about 19 percent of the population. One lawmaker says that lack of diversity is hurting the state.
What are the most destructive words in the world? One answer — as noted in a new documentary — "Be a man."