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The history of activism and protest in Minnesota

The history of activism and protest in Minnesota

Minnesota is at the center of a federal ICE operation and some people are responding as protesters, volunteers or legal observers. Coming up at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, MPR News host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about what the tactics reveal about the future of protests.

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‘When you pray, move your feet': Annunciation community dances for healing

‘When you pray, move your feet': Annunciation community dances for healing

Tom Forchas’ 13-year-old daughter Sophia spent nearly two months in the hospital this year after being shot in the head during the August mass shooting. Now, Tom is giving back to the community that stepped in to help by taking his own steps as part of the annual “Dancing with Annunciation Stars” fundraiser.

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Gil Scott-Heron's message for the 1970s — and today

Gil Scott-Heron's message for the 1970s — and today

Gil Scott-Heron was a self-described ‘bluesologist’ and a bold voice of social activism in music in the 1970s and ‘80s. Find out more in the ‘Rhapsody in Black’ podcast.

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Feb. 7 in Music History: Sugarhill Gang released their self-titled debut album

Feb. 7 in Music History: Sugarhill Gang released their self-titled debut album

Happy Birthday Jain, Paul Simon had a No. 1 song, John Lennon's solo project was climbing the charts, The Clash played their first show in the U.S., the Beatles first landed in the U.S., and The Who recorded 'Pinball Wizard', Today in Music History.