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November 22, 2016 1:10 PM

8 books bound for the small screen

Childhood favorites and new bestsellers are getting the small-screen treatment with a fleet of new adaptations for TV or Netflix.

by Tracy Mumford

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November 22, 2016 12:00 AM

Op-ed: Zuckerberg and Facebook must defend the truth

New York Times media columnist Jim Rutenberg believes that Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg has an obligation to crack down on the fake news on his site.

by MPR News Staff

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November 22, 2016 12:00 AM

In post-election disarray, where do Democrats go now?

Two Democratic strategists discussed the future of the party and the dimly lit path they are on for the next two years before midterm elections.

by MPR News Staff

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November 21, 2016 1:36 PM

Political Junkie: A confluence of policy and politics

Political Junkie Ken Rudin shared his concerns with MPR News host Kerri Miller about President-elect Donald Trump's inability to separate his business affairs with his presidential duties.

by MPR News Staff

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November 21, 2016 1:25 PM

A closer look at President-elect Donald Trump's economic plan

Donald Trump has made a lot of promises to make America's economy "great again." But which of his plans and promises do economists think will actually work?

by MPR News Staff

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November 18, 2016 2:06 PM

What are the Cube Critics watching Thanksgiving weekend?

Cube Critics Stephanie Curtis and Euan Kerr shared which movies are will bring your family together this Thanksgiving.

by MPR News Staff

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November 18, 2016 11:00 AM

Do you finish books you don't like?

If you don't love a book, do you finish reading it anyway? Or do you move on and get another?

by Tracy Mumford

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November 17, 2016 1:49 PM

A post-election reading list

The election has left people with a lot of questions. This reading list is aimed at sharing perspectives, offering insight and building understanding.

by MPR News Staff and Tracy Mumford

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November 17, 2016 12:51 PM

Remember what it's about: Tips for celebrating the holidays without going broke

It's the season of giving, and for those who give too much, the season of debt. Financial expert Ruth Hayden shared her tips on how to have a happy holiday without draining your bank accounts.

by MPR News Staff

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November 17, 2016 12:00 AM

Police conduct in the Philando Castile case

Conversations and changes around police conduct have been evolving nationwide. How does fear play a role in an officer's decision to fire a weapon?

by MPR News Staff

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