Social Issues

October 20, 2014 7:22 AM

Turf shifts in culture wars as support for gay marriage rises

While polls show opinion on some social issues, like abortion, are relatively stable, public opinion on gay marriage has changed -- and changed fast.

by Mara Liasson

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October 19, 2014 12:00 PM

Why don't Americans trust experts?

What's fueling the mistrust? On issues including climate change, vaccines and politics, how do facts strengthen mistrust and fuel doubt?

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October 17, 2014 6:29 PM

Washington pitches new bridge park as 'model for social equity'

The park would connect two disparate parts of the nation's capital in hopes of sparking new life and knitting together two communities.

by Franklyn Cater

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October 17, 2014 3:18 PM

Counter Stories: From 'Black-ish' to 'Black Jesus'

In this installment, panel members put on their critics' hats to appraise three TV shows focusing on Black America - "Black-ish," "Key & Peele," and "Black Jesus."

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October 17, 2014 6:30 AM

Navajo presidential race shaken by language gap

Navajo law mandates the Navajo Nation president must speak the native language to hold office. For candidate Chris Deschene, that's a bit of a challenge.

by Tristan Ahtone

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October 16, 2014 3:00 PM

Emerging African-American leaders in the Twin Cities

Three community members join us to talk about the next generation of thinkers and leaders on the horizon.

by Syl Jones and Chanda Smith Baker

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October 16, 2014 7:27 AM

Groups press U to take on NFL, ban DC team's mascot from stadium

The National Coalition Against Racism in Sports and Media contends the Vikings are violating their contract with the University of Minnesota.

by Alex Friedrich

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October 14, 2014 3:57 PM

MN Next: Climate change and Minnesota

In this installment, host Maddy Mahon speaks with J. Drake Hamilton of "Fresh Energy" and Natalie Cook of the "Will Steger Foundation" about the transformation climate change is bringing to Minnesota's environment, economy, and citizens.