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Key takeaways from Day 3 of the Republican National Convention
Vice President Mike Pence stressed a law and order message as protests over racism and policing continue. Republicans also worked to shore up support from suburban women and contrast visions of the future.
CDC's changed testing guidelines could lead to less testing, experts fear
The agency now says contacts of people with COVID-19 don't necessarily need to get tested. Public health experts say less testing of potential carriers could lead to more spread of the disease.
Yes, women could vote after the 19th Amendment — but not all women. Or men
The 19th Amendment secured all women the right to vote, but in practice many women of color were excluded. This continues to resonate today with voter suppression among marginalized communities.
Commissioner Myron Frans on state's budget woes: 'We know how to get out of this jam'
This is the last full week on the job for Minnesota Management and Budget Commissioner Myron Frans. He has spent nearly a decade leading the state’s revenue and budget divisions.