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ENEWS: Better Policing, School Transformation, and Rental Crisis
Philando Castile Legacy Upsides Several Minnesota newspapers picked up a Washington Post story recently that chronicled efforts by Minnesota racial justice advocates and other concerned citizens to improve policing, in the wake of the tragic shooting of Philando Castile two years ago. The article described a “Lights On” program, believed to be the first of its kind in the country, and sponsored by Microgrants, a no... Read More
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ENEWS: On Renewable Goals, Suspension Data, and Minnesota Care
Major Progress on Renewable Goals Evidence continues to mount showing big strides in Minnesota toward cleaner, more efficient energy. The 2018 Sustainable Energy in America Factbook listed these highlights in its Minnesota's report: We now rank 9th out of all 50 states for overall energy efficiency programs (up from a rank of 10th place last year). In 2017, annual solar capacity additions surpassed wind energy additions... Read More
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ENEWS: Environmental Equity, Greenstep Cities, and the Graduation Gap
Just Solar and a People’s Movement Assembly Minnesota’s business owners are investing in renewable energy as never before, mainly because it’s more profitable than ever and it’s advantageous for our state’s economy relative to other states with fossil fuel industries. But it’s imperative to keep in mind how social and racial justice must be more closely connected to a cleaner environment and clima... Read More
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Minnesota Rural Equity Project: 2017 Legislative Priorities Recap
Despite the specter of lawsuits and a potential second special session, the Minnesota Legislature and Gov. Mark Dayton appear to have concluded their work on Minnesota’s 2018-2019 budget, as well as on separate omnibus tax and bonding bills. A general agreement was reached between the governor and legislative leaders on the final day of session, with details worked out and bills passed in an immediate special session spanning the week of Ma... Read More
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Legislators should invest in proven, local education partnerships
MINNPOST When assessing whether public initiatives and other community interventions are having a measurable effect on social and economic indicators, tough-minded policy analysts often ask: “Are we moving the needle?” As Minnesota legislators and Governor Mark Dayton negotiate in the final weeks of the 2016 session on investment strategies to reduce disparities in our communities and improve workforce quality for Minnesota employ... Read More
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