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History

'The Invention of Race'

'The Invention of Race'

"The Invention of Race." How, why and when was the notion of "race" developed? This special explores the construction of race, and racism, from the ancient world to today.
by MPR News Staff

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Dan Rather on 'What Unites Us'

Dan Rather on 'What Unites Us'

Former CBS News anchor Dan Rather speaks in Minnesota about the ideas in his new book, "What Unites Us: Reflections on Patriotism."
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The transformation of American politics since 1968

The transformation of American politics since 1968

A look back at the 1968 election and the ways it can illuminate presidential politics today. Lawrence O'Donnell is the author of "Playing with Fire: The 1968 Presidential Election and the Transformation of American Politics."
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A new era for 'The Presidents Club'

A new era for 'The Presidents Club'

Ex-presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush gave separate speeches recently criticizing President Trump, without naming him. Two experts on the presidency reflect on 70 years of competition, cooperation and compassion among the American presidents and their predecessors.
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Neal Conan special: The history of tax reform

Neal Conan special: The history of tax reform

Historical context for the current debate over tax reform. In his "Truth, Politics and Power" series, former NPR host Neal Conan explores the ways our tax system evolved, and why. Is our tax system fair? Was it ever?
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Al Franken and Tom Davis got their first big break at Minneapolis theater

Al Franken and Tom Davis got their first big break at Minneapolis theater

The comedy team of Al Franken and Tom Davis met when they were both attending Blake High School in Minneapolis. They went on to perform skits at the Brave New Workshop and work on Saturday Night Live.
by Jim Bickal

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The life of Catholic social activist Dorothy Day

The life of Catholic social activist Dorothy Day

A documentary about the life and work of journalist and social activist Dorothy Day. She founded the Catholic Worker movement, which established soup kitchens and housing in the Great Depression of the 1930s.
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