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ENEWS: Reflections on Veterans Day & Public Policy ActivismÂ
Reflections on Veterans Day & Public Policy Activism In lieu of regular e-news this week, I share some reflections on two related events: Veterans Day and our upcoming MN Equity Blueprint Blast-Off sessions to prioritize a legislative policy agenda for the 2021-22 session (Nov. 18 and Dec. 16, both noon to 1 p.m. via Zoom). These events are related in my heart and mind because of my Dad, Rod Leonard, a Korean War veteran ... Read More
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ENEWS: THANK YOU, GROWTH & JUSTICE SUPPORTERS!
THANK YOU, GROWTH & JUSTICE SUPPORTERS! We send you a special enews, one reminding us all that despite the election upheavals this week (and more so because of them…), the work of G & J continues. We keep on keeping on, propelling and communicating regional, racial, and environmental equity — with inclusive, sustainable growth and social justice as our guiding principles. We seek your ... Read More
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ENEWS: A Smorgasbord: Thanks Pre-Election, Legislative Agenda-Setting, and More
Thank you for attending the Recipes for Success series! For the last 3 months, Growth & Justice has hosted Minnesota Equity Blueprint Breakfasts - Recipes for Success every other Wednesday, and through them we have had the privilege to hear from policy & community experts and have discussions with you, our community. Though we miss seeing and speaking with you face-to-face, we feel grateful to have convened virtually to ... Read More
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ENEWS: Racism and the Economy
Virtual sessions on racism & the economy from Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis Last Wednesday, Growth & Justice staff attended the first event of a new virtual series from the Federal Reserve Banks of Minneapolis, Atlanta and Boston called “Racism and the Economy.” It was an excellent event and we encourage you to sign up and attend the programs to come. The purpose of the series is... Read More
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ENEWS: Climate Change & COVID-19
Climate Change, COVID-19 and Disparities To keep climate change in the spotlight, we decided to do two newsletters in a row on environmental resilience— this time, we’re focusing on the intersection between climate change and the pandemic. At a time when less people are traveling and commuting, many are wondering whether it will have any impact, if at all, on climate change. In this podcast episode from MPR News titled “... Read More
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