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Social Issues

Eminent domain critics prepare for a fight

If some Minnesota property owners have their way, cities will have to follow stricter rules before seizing property. Midmorning looks at the debate over eminent domain.

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From hot combs to dreadlocks

One of last year's most talked about local theater productions focused on the hair of African American women. "Hot Comb: Brandin' One Mark of Oppression," is a one-woman show which delves into the racial, social and political underpinnings of black hair.

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Author Po Bronson says families are alive and well

At a time when "family values" is a pop culture catch-phrase, a new book explores what "family" is all about. Po Bronson is the author of the new book, "Why Do I Love These People?" featuring stories of 20 real families. Bronson spoke to MPR's Steven John.
by Steven John

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MLK speaker says civil rights struggle is not over

Civil rights leader John Lewis says America must not forget about the struggle to achieve racial equality. The Democratic congressman from Georgia, spoke Monday morning at the 16th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Junior holiday breakfast in downtown Minneapolis.

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Rep. John Lewis reflects on King's legacy

U.S. Rep. John Lewis, D-Ga., speaks Monday morning at the 16th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Breakfast in Minneapolis. Lewis was the chairman of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee during the height of the civil rights movement.

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NAACP chair says race still looms large in the U.S.

Speaking in St. Paul on Thursday, NAACP Chair Julian Bond said that "in some important ways non-white Americans face problems more difficult to solve now than in all the years that went before." Bond said the Republican rise to power has been bad for black America.

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Homeless in the heartland

As the number of homeless people in Minnesota continues to grow, Midmorning looks at efforts to solve long-term homelessness. Photo by Cathy ten Broeke

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Organizing daycare

Independent daycare providers are in the sights of two well-established labor unions. Union leaders are promising a stronger voice to providers who choose to take on state government collectively.

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Governor shows softer side toward immigrants

One week after saying he wanted to crack down on illegal immigration, Gov. Tim Pawlenty proposed ways to help legal immigrants. The Republican governor's plan includes a new tax credit for immigrants seeking citizenship, and more money for English language instruction and immunizations.

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