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Social Issues

Habitat for Humanity weathers the mortgage crisis

Habitat for Humanity weathers the mortgage crisis

The head of Habitat for Humanity International talks about how the mortgage crisis is affecting Habitat owners, and how developers are willing to offer land at lower prices to the nonprofit homebuilder.

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'Two Minnesotas' for girls

'Two Minnesotas' for girls

A new study by the Women's Foundation of Minnesota says girls more likely than boys to be poor, suffer from assaults and contract sexually transmitted diseases.
by Tim Nelson

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Rev. Jeremiah Wright speaks out at the National Press Club

Rev. Jeremiah Wright speaks out at the National Press Club

In a speech at the National Press Club in Washington D.C., the Rev. Jeremiah Wright discusses his sermons, the black church and race in America, and he takes questions from the Washington press corps.

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High drunk driving rate tied to culture and enforcement

High drunk driving rate tied to culture and enforcement

Minnesota's drunk driving rate is the third highest in the nation, according to a recent government report. Midmorning explores the Midwest drinking culture and the role of DWI enforcement.

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Leech Lake students build home for elders through service learning program

Leech Lake students build home for elders through service learning program

Leech Lake Tribal College students are building homes for elders as part of a service learning initiative. Experts say the program helps at-risk students stay in school and perform better academically.
by Tom Robertson

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