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A future of acceptance: Minnesotans share their hopes

A future of acceptance: Minnesotans share their hopes

Ahead of the election, we wanted to learn about what issues are impacting Minnesotan’s day to day. We asked voters, “What are your hopes for your life in Minnesota 5-10 years from now?” Here’s what they said.

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Judge orders U.S. to stop expelling children who cross border

Judge orders U.S. to stop expelling children who cross border

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to stop expelling immigrant children who cross the southern border alone, halting a policy that has resulted in thousands of rapid deportations of minors during the coronavirus pandemic.
by The Associated Press

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Trump pursues recount of 2 liberal Wisconsin counties

Trump pursues recount of 2 liberal Wisconsin counties

President Donald Trump's campaign has paid $3 million for a recount of two heavily Democratic Wisconsin counties, saying that they were the site of the “worst irregularities.” That comes although no evidence of wrongdoing has been presented and state elections officials have said there was none. 
by The Associated Press

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Walz hits the brakes on Minnesota social life as COVID-19 rages

Walz hits the brakes on Minnesota social life as COVID-19 rages

“We’re at a dangerous point in this pandemic,” Gov. Tim Walz told Minnesotans in his address announcing the new four-week restrictions, which include no in-person social gatherings with people outside your household and restricting bar and restaurant service to takeout and delivery.
by Brian Bakst and MPR News Staff

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How Biden won: Ramping up the base and expanding margins in the suburbs

How Biden won: Ramping up the base and expanding margins in the suburbs

Remarkably few counties shifted in the 2020 election, which saw sky-high turnout. The president's base voted in big numbers in rural areas, but Biden's gains in the suburbs propelled him to victory.
by Domenico Montanaro and Connie Hanzhang Jin

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