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Social Issues

Congress moves to end ban on gays in military

Congress has taken two big steps toward ending the "don't ask, don't tell" ban on gays and lesbians serving openly in the military.

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Attendance up at event for homeless veterans

Veterans advocates say the need for homelessness prevention services is up sharply this year.
by Jessica Mador

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Facebook to simplify privacy controls amid unrest

Facebook to simplify privacy controls amid unrest

Facebook is simplifying its privacy controls amid growing unrest from many of its users.

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Resolution asks for repeal of 'don't ask, don't tell'

The St. Paul City Council is expected to pass a resolution Wednesday calling on Congress to repeal the military's "don't ask, don't tell" policy.
by Laura Yuen

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Federal agency will investigate alleged harassment against Somali students

Federal agency will investigate alleged harassment against Somali students

The U.S. Department of Education has launched an investigation into allegations of harassment of Somali students in St. Cloud and Owatonna, agency officials confirmed on Tuesday.
by Ambar Espinoza

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Naomi Tutu on race in America

Naomi Tutu on race in America

International activist and daughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu delivered the keynote address at the St. Paul Foundation's "Facing Race Ambassador Award Celebration" April 19, 2010.

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Franken proposal protects gay students from bullying

U.S. Sen. Al Franken is introducing a bill Thursday designed to protect gay students from discrimination and harassment. The measure would prohibit discrimination based on actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity.
by Perry Finelli

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Sexual orientation the focus of new anti-bullying bill

Sexual orientation the focus of new anti-bullying bill

U.S. Sen. Al Franken, DFL-Minn., is planning to introduce a bill today designed to protect gay students from discrimination and harassment. The Student Non-Discrimination Act would prohibit discrimination based on actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity. If signed into law, public schools that violate the statute could lose federal funding or be sued by victims.

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Gov't encourages retailers to welcome food stamps

The Agriculture Department announced Wednesday it will encourage grocery stores and other retail outlets that accept food stamps to post signs reading "We Welcome SNAP Benefits."

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