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Social Issues

Ferguson and beyond: A community conversation

Ferguson and beyond: A community conversation

The recent shooting death of Michael Brown by police in Ferguson, Missouri, sparked renewed national discussions about racial tensions, police actions and more. NPR's Michel Martin moderates a conversation with community leaders.

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Edina OKs housing project for homeless youth

The project still needs final approval from the City Council and city Planning Commission.
by Jon Collins

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St. Paul Mayor Coleman calls for race relations meeting

A representative of the mayor's office would not disclose the time or location of the meeting, but said a statement will be released afterwards.
by Euan Kerr

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One woman's lessons from living on the street

One woman's lessons from living on the street

Susan says life on the streets is a constant battle for all homeless people, but for women it's particularly hard.
by Gabrielle Emanuel

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Podcast: Counter Stories, episode 5

Podcast: Counter Stories, episode 5

In this episode, 2014 Minnesota Teacher of the Year Tom Rademacher joins the panel to discuss the education gap, how white teachers connect with or alienate students of color, and being the state's education ambassador for the next year.

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Podcast: MNnext, episode 5

Podcast: MNnext, episode 5

This time, host Maddy Mahon and former state demographer Tom Gillaspy assess what's become of 'The American Dream,' especially for millennials. Do people still strive for it, or is it completely irrelevant?

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At Michael Brown's funeral, a call for a day of reckoning

After two weeks of sometimes violent protests, the family of Michael Brown finally took some time to mourn on Monday.

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