See who is on your ballot and learn about their priorities 

When breaking news happens, MPR News provides the context you need. Help us meet the significant demands of these newsgathering efforts.

Support Local News

Lack of city pools called a civil rights issue

Debate: Chickens should be able to roost in residential areas.

A debate about the role of government in providing summertime recreation. Are outdoor public swimming pools valuable for a community? Is it important to learn to swim, and should the government pay for recreation facilities for all to use? Minnesotans debate these issues. From the "Sartell Says" debate series, the motion is:  "Outdoor public pools are a valuable and necessary function of a city." Moderated by Patty Candella.

Debate: Outdoor public pools are a valuable and necessary function of a city?

Go Deeper.

Like this?

Support Local News