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Race: Conversations around race and racial justice

Here are the latest on the fight against racism, voices calling for racial justice and in-depth stories on communities of color and other racial issues from MPR News.

Voices of Minnesota Calls for change across the state

Protests and pain The killing of George Floyd

Call To Mind Spotlight on black trauma and policing

Amplifying voices Share your experiences and hopes for the future

Activist charged in toppling of Minnesota Columbus statue

Activist charged in toppling of Minnesota Columbus statue

A Minnesota prosecutor charged an Indigenous activist with a felony on Friday in the toppling of a Christopher Columbus statue on state Capitol grounds during a rally weeks after the death of George Floyd.
by The Associated Press and Marianne Combs

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What growing diversity in the state Legislature means for Minnesota politics

The current class of state lawmakers is the most diverse in Minnesota history, and it looks possible that November's elections will only further that trend. University of Minnesota political science professor Michael Minta joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about what this could mean for state politics.
by Cathy Wurzer

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In Minnesota, many Black women entrepreneurs missed out on PPP dollars

In Minnesota, many Black women entrepreneurs missed out on PPP dollars

COVID-19 is hitting Black female entrepreneurs in Minnesota just like everyone else, but many missed on the federal lifeline for small businesses because their operations and business relationships don’t sync with traditional banking.
by Kathryn Styer Martinez

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Kamala Harris' selection as VP resonates with Black women

Kamala Harris' selection as VP resonates with Black women

For many Black women, Sen. Kamala Harris' selection as Joe Biden's running mate represents a full-circle moment after fighting for generations to have their voices heard and political aspirations recognized.
by The Associated Press

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5 takeaways on the new Biden-Harris presidential ticket

5 takeaways on the new Biden-Harris presidential ticket

Beyond making history, former Vice President Joe Biden showed his vision for the future, opened a window into his decision-making and picked someone who will likely be able to stand up well in a vice-presidential debate.
by Domenico Montanaro

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