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King: 'Rage and hysteria' over hearing unwarranted

King: 'Rage and hysteria' over hearing unwarranted

A congressional panel investigating homegrown terrorism in America displayed sharp divisions Thursday over how to frame the discussion, reflecting a country still struggling with how best to combat terrorism nearly a decade after the Sept. 11 attacks.

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Rep. Ellison testifies at hearing on 'Islamic radicalization'

Rep. Ellison testifies at hearing on 'Islamic radicalization'

In an emotional testimony before a House hearing on Islamic radicalization today, Rep. Keith Ellison said Muslims also died in the 2001 terror attacks, and he tearfully mentioned one man who perished when the Trade Center collapse in New York.
by Laura Yuen

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New doc takes a closer look at Muslim charities

New doc takes a closer look at Muslim charities

Midday presents "Alms in the Name of Allah", a new documentary from America Abroad that looks at the growth of Muslim aid organizations across the globe as well as the the care they provide and the concerns they raise.

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Sex trafficking on the rise in Minnesota

Sex trafficking on the rise in Minnesota

Minnesota saw a 55 percent increase in sex trafficking in 2010, and people fighting the problem say Minnesota's legal system penalizes the very victims it's seeking to protect. A bill currently in Minnesota's legislature seeks to correct that.

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At Mpls. summit, educators take on bullying

Hundreds of principals and other school leaders gathered in Minneapolis Monday to discuss strategies for preventing bullying.
by Tom Weber

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Even for undocumented workers, it's still tax season

Even for undocumented workers, it's still tax season

Millions of people nationally and thousands in Minnesota live and work in the country illegally, but nevertheless participate in the nation's annual tax-filing ritual.
by Elizabeth Baier

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White House promotes Muslim help against terrorism

The White House is pushing a message of religious tolerance ahead of this week's congressional hearing on Islamic radicalism, which has sparked protests on grounds it unfairly singles out Muslims as potential terrorists.

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Supporters of Wisconsin anti-union bill hold rally

About 700 people rallied Sunday in support of Republican Gov. Scott Walker and his anti-union plan to balance the budget - a demonstration meant to counter three weeks of large anti-Walker protests in and around the state Capitol.

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Can raising the retirement age balance budgets?

If Americans remain in the workforce longer, some experts say, the whole economy could get a boost. But others disagree. They say the fast-moving 21st century economy doesn't need older workers as much as it needs young workers with the latest job skills.

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