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Social Issues

Event in Mpls. celebrates 20 years of the ADA

People with disabilities and supporters will hold an event Monday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Nicollet Island Pavillion in Minneapolis to celebrate the anniversary Americans with Disabilities Act.
by Rupa Shenoy

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Klobuchar-sponsored adoption changes pass U.S. Senate

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar says two key changes in international adoption law have passed the Senate, and she expects quick approval by the House and by the president.
by Tim Nelson

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English-only proposal divides Lino Lakes residents

English-only proposal divides Lino Lakes residents

The northern Twin Cities suburb of Lino Lakes could be the first city in Minnesota to declare English as its official language -- an idea that has divided residents in the community of about 19,000.
by Laura Yuen

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Fund created for family in Burnsville crash

Donations are being accepted for a Burnsville family involved in a crash that claimed the life of their 11-year-old son.

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Liberian politican visits immigrants in Twin Cities

An official from an area of Liberia that was once home to many Minnesota immigrants is visiting the Twin Cities Saturday.
by Rupa Shenoy

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Electrolux makes changes to accomodate Muslim workers

Electrolux makes changes to accomodate Muslim workers

The freezer manufacturer Electrolux is adjusting its meal schedule to accommodate Muslim employees during Ramadan.
by Ambar Espinoza

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Disabilities Act at 20: A milestone, but work remains

Disabilities Act at 20: A milestone, but work remains

Twenty years after it was signed into law there have been many accomplishments, but many consider the Americans with Disabilities Act part of an ambitious social revolution that remains unfinished.
by Sasha Aslanian

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Personal stories of the ADA's impact

Personal stories of the ADA's impact

The end of this month marks the 20th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Sources in the Public Insight Network share how this legislation has had an impact on their lives, and what issues still need to be addressed.

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