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The 2016 Election was Historic for Minnesota Women.
Thursday, December 8th, 2016
Despite not shattering the highest glass ceiling, women in Minnesota still made history this election. Out of the 134 members of the House elected last month, 48 are women– the largest …
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Today in Trump's America: New EPA Head Denies Climate Science, Has Ties to Fossil Fuel Industry.
Wednesday, December 7th, 2016
2016 is set to be the hottest year on record globally. The current record holder? 2015. 10 of the hottest years recorded are in the last decade, with the exception …
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Minnesota's Budget Surplus Should be Invested in a Better Future for Us All.
Friday, December 2nd, 2016
Today, the Office of Minnesota Management and Budget announced a forecasted budget surplus of $1.4 billion. This is good news for our state budget, which was put on the right track …
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Trump's Cabinet is Shaping up to Be a Disaster.
Friday, December 2nd, 2016
Donald Trump’s cabinet selection is turning into a reality television show (not shocking). Here’s an abbreviated list: Tom Price: Trump has named Rep. Tom Price as his nominee for …
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What We're Thankful For.
Tuesday, November 22nd, 2016
After a rough election year and a rougher election result, it’s hard as a progressive to think positive. But we must. We at ABM are thankful for each of you. …
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New GOP Chair of Childcare Committee has Troubling Record.
Tuesday, November 22nd, 2016
House Republicans have named Mary Franson chair of the new Subcommittee on Childcare Access & Affordability. Reminder: just a few years ago, she compared low-income food stamp recipients to wild …
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Paid Parental Leave is Available for State Workers…for Now.
Monday, November 21st, 2016
Governor Dayton and Lt. Governor Tina Smith announced recently that state workers will be eligible for six weeks of paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child. Currently, …
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What Does the 2016 Election Mean for Minnesota?
Thursday, November 17th, 2016
Last week’s election results have left many Americans feeling worried, frustrated, and powerless. Donald Trump has been elected president, and this means disastrous things for our country and our …