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Middle Class Income Is Stagnant: Why Does That Matter?

Over the past 25 years, many things have changed for the average American. Women have gained traction in the workplace, people are more likely to be educated, and diversity is …
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Minnesota Jobs: On Track For Success.

How does this sound: our unemployment rate is at its lowest since pre-recession levels. Or what about this: in less than four years, Minnesota has created over 150,000 jobs. And …
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Gender Wage Gap No Where Close to Fixed.

A woman in the United States will make 78 percent of what a man makes in similar employment. According to Census Bureau data, the rate has only slightly increased (about …
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Progressive Roundup: Eased Debt, Rochester Ranks Second In Nation.

Every week, Alliance for a Better Minnesota will highlight the important work being done in the progressive community. Focusing on issues that impact Minnesotans’ lives, this important work helps Minnesota …
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Progressive Roundup: Tuition Freeze, NFL Criticism.

Every week, Alliance for a Better Minnesota will highlight the important work being done in the progressive community. Focusing on issues that impact Minnesotans’ lives, this important work helps Minnesota …
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Progressive Roundup: Overturned Gay Marriage Bans, BP Justice.

Every week, Alliance for a Better Minnesota will highlight the important work being done in the progressive community. Focusing on issues that impact Minnesotans’ lives, this important work helps Minnesota …
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A Great Year to Come For Minnesota College Students.

It’s back to school season, and incoming college freshman have a lot to look forward to. Last session Governor Dayton and the legislature made higher education a top priority, with …
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New School Year: New Resources For Our Kids.

Back-to-school season is in session again. And for schools in Minnesota, that means huge things are unfolding. The work done for education by principals, parents, teachers and lawmakers over the past year …