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Disparity in Graduation Rates in Minneapolis Public Schools.

From Kate: You might think that low-income students are the least likely to graduate, but that’s not true of Minnesota. American Indians only have a third of a chance of …
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The Dixie Chicks Are…Are YOU? (Ready to Run, That Is).

From Kate: Team ABM is taking Iron Maiden’s advice and will “Run to the Hills” on October 15th in the 5K benefiting Minnesotans United for All Families. Hey Monday is …
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New Initiative Supports Small Businesses, Jobs.

From Kate: A plan to assist 1,200 small businesses in Minnesota is just another example that government does indeed have a place in the economy. The program, launched by the …
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Welcome Our New Intern, Kate!

It’s that time again, you guys. The school year has started, which means we have a new intern! Like always, she doesn’t have her own account set up yet, so …
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Road Construction Delayed Because of Shutdown.

From Beth: Road construction is expensive and annoying, but important. It creates jobs for thousands of Minnesotans and also helps ensure safe travels. Both of these benefits are being washed …
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Shutdown Brings Disappointment to 4th of July Weekend.

From Beth: Families commonly celebrate the fourth of July weekend by heading outside. They pack their trucks and minivans to the brim with tents, hot-dog roasting sticks, and, hopefully, some …
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Radio Ads Urge End to Republican Shutdown.

Over the holiday weekend, ABM released its first radio ad calling on Republicans to end the shutdown by standing up for the middle class, not millionaires. The ad, “Holiday,” shares …
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Why the Legislature Should Support MnSCU.

From Beth: A quality, affordable education is sometimes hard to attain and unemployment isn’t affordable in this economic climate. How is someone supposed to reeducate themselves with dwindling bank accounts …