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Women's security raised by American Indian leader

The president of the National Congress of American Indians urged the House on Thursday to pass the Violence Against Women Act so Native Americans and Alaska Natives can "protect their own people and surrounding communities against brutality."

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Fighting Sioux name supporters make appeal

Supporters of the University of North Dakota's retired nickname made one last push to restore the Fighting Sioux moniker Thursday in front of a three-judge appeals panel in St. Paul, Minn.

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Friday Roundtable: The meaning of Black History Month in 2013

Friday Roundtable: The meaning of Black History Month in 2013

Our panelists examine the meaning of Black History Month in 2013. Does relegating the history of black Americans to one month do justice to the contributions they've made to American society?

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Mary Jo Copeland: Presidential award a 'humble honor'

Mary Jo Copeland: Presidential award a 'humble honor'

Mary Jo Copeland, founder and director of Sharing and Caring Hands, says she is humbled by her choice as a recipient of the Presidential Citizens Medal, one of the nation's highest civilian honors. Copeland will receive the award at the White House tomorrow. She spoke with MPR's Tom Crann about her charitable work providing meals and shelter to thousands of people in the Twin Cities every year since 1985.
by Tom Crann

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Hennepin County moves social services out into community

Hennepin County moves social services out into community

Hennepin County has a five-year, $40 million project to decentralize social services. County officials say the plan for six regional service hubs will make it easier for county residents to seek help with food, money, or health care. The first hub, in Brooklyn Center, has been open for four months.
by Julie Siple

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One-on-one: Minnesota same-sex marriage debated

One-on-one: Minnesota same-sex marriage debated

The same-sex marriage debate at the Capitol is picking up steam this week. Jake Loesch of Minnesota United for All Families, which supports legalizing same-sex marriage, and opponent Jason Adkins of Minnesota for Marriage joins MPR's Cathy Wurzer in the studio.
by Cathy Wurzer

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How happy is America? Govt. considers measurement index

In recent years, Canada, France and Britain have added measures of citizen happiness to their official national statistics. The U.S. government is now considering adopting a happiness index as well.

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Mpls. shelter founder gets president's award

Mary Jo Copeland, the founder of a Minneapolis charity that assists thousands of poor people each month, is among the 13 recipients of the 2012 Presidential Citizens Medal.

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