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Social Issues

Didn't the burglar know this was a liberal's house?

Didn't the burglar know this was a liberal's house?

Progressive ideals are easy to hold. Then real life puts them to the test.

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Ojibwe language goes online

The University of Minnesota has just completed work on a new on-line dictionary of Ojibwe language and culture.
by Dan Gunderson

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Actress' claim to be gay by choice riles activists

Cynthia Nixon learned the hard way this week that when it comes to gay civil rights, the personal is always political. The "Sex and the City" actress was was quoted as saying that for her, being gay was a conscious choice.

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Bachmann speaks to supporters of marriage amendment

Bachmann speaks to supporters of marriage amendment

Rep. Michele Bachmann paid a surprise visit today to a group of pastors and state lawmakers working to pass a constitutional amendment defining marriage.
by Sasha Aslanian

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Researchers untangling link between hunger and obesity

Researchers untangling link between hunger and obesity

The picture of hunger in America is changing. In the past, hunger may have conjured up images of gaunt faces or rail-thin children. Today, some people who struggle to feed their families are actually obese.
by Julie Siple

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Group gives Legislature a 'D' for racial equity

A group that advocates for racial justice has given the Minnesota Legislature a grade of "D" for its efforts to improve racial equity in 2011.
by Jessica Mador

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How can my identity be a source of worry?

How can my identity be a source of worry?

An aunt "worried" that her nephew might be gay. Her phone call sparked a family uproar.

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Edgy posters, billboards come out against racism in Duluth

Edgy posters, billboards come out against racism in Duluth

Community organizations in Duluth launched a new anti-racism campaign Tuesday featuring edgy billboards and posters to spur community dialogue.
by Dan Kraker

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