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Social Issues

NCAA bans Indian mascots, nicknames from postseason

The NCAA is banning the use of American Indian mascots by sports teams during its postseason tournaments. Regionally, the announcement is expected to have the most impact at the University of North Dakota, home of the Fighting Sioux.

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Say It Plain: A Century of Great African American Speeches

Martin Luther King, Jr. was the most famous black orator in history, but he was hardly alone. For generations, African Americans have been demanding justice and equality, reminding America to make good on its founding principles. This American RadioWorks documentary explores the crucial role these orators played in the long struggle for equal rights.

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Ameriquest's lending practices questioned

The Minnesota attorney general's office confirms that it's investigating the mortgage lending practices of Ameriquest, one of the country's largest home mortgage lenders.

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Red Lake kids form youth council to improve life on reservation

Some of the Red Lake Indian Reservation's brightest young people are coming together to do what they can to tackle the tribe's problems. The goal of the new group, The Red Lake Nation Youth Council, is to create a better life for kids.

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Pipestone stages Longfellow's "Hiawatha"

It's not quite a cast of thousands, but the performance is still epic in scope. A group of volunteers in Pipestone is ready to present Longfellow's "Song of Hiawatha" for the 57th year.

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Terrorism and the psyche

The U.S. Surgeon General says the effect of terrorism is the greatest mental health issue facing the nation. Midmorning examines the impact of violence on both citizens and societies.

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The new Girl Scouts

To many, Girl Scouts are as American as the flag and apple pie. But the scouts are adapting, changing their ways to attract and keep girls who haven't traditionally joined a troop, including the children of immigrants. Scouting seems to particularly appeal to Muslims girls.

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The role of forgiveness

Since 1973, more than 20 truth commissions have been established around the world. Their goal is to investigate violations of human rights and foster reconciliation. But can people learn to peacefully coexist after years of conflict? And should those who commit political atrocities be forgiven?

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Charities see drop in donated cars

For years, charities have been collecting cars and reselling them to make money. Car donations have generated millions of dollars for nonprofit organizations. But that may be changing because of a recent change in federal tax law.

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The politics of the G8

Prime Minster Tony Blair said the bombings in London appeared to be a terrorist attack timed to disrupt the meeting of the eight big industrial nations. Midmorning examines the politics of the G8 and discusses how Thursday's explosions could affect the summit.

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