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MPR News congressional debates in the 6th and 2nd Districts
What’s being done to confront the coronavirus and stem the economic fallout from the pandemic are central to this year’s election campaigns. That was clear when the candidates in Minnesota’s 2nd and 6th Congressional Districts met in separate MPR News debates Friday.
In Focus: Equity in Education
Minnesota has some of the worst education disparities in the country affecting children of color. How can we do better? MPR News host Angela Davis talked with community leaders about how to address the gaps, what's getting in the way of progress and which solutions are showing promise.
How are religious leaders guiding their congregations through the election?
Does a person's religion decide their politics? Or is it the other way around? Host Angela Davis tackles that chicken-or-egg question by talking with pastors about how they’re handling this contentious election with their congregations, as well as a social scientist who studies the intersection of religion and politics.
How do you date during a pandemic?
Even with the challenges of the pandemic, folks are determined to date. But when is it safe to hold hands, or have a first kiss? MPR News host Angela Davis dives into the uncertain world of pandemic dating.
How to protect yourself from political scams
Election Day is five weeks away and campaigns are busy. Do you know the difference between genuine political campaigns or impostors? MPR News host Angela Davis speaks with Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon and Susan Adams Loyd, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota, on how to protect yourself from political scams.
The political power of labor unions
What is the political role of a labor union? MPR News host Angela Davis spoke with a union leader and a researcher about the time and money spent encouraging members to go out and vote.
Principals share a look inside Minnesota schools
Principals are put in the position of making decisions for their school communities, while also making themselves available for feedback and questions from parents and staff. MPR News host Angela Davis gets a look into three different schools with the help of three principals.