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Ellison introduces Common Sense Housing Investment Act

Monday, 01 April 2013 14:30

WASHINGTON--Rep. Keith Ellison (D-MN) this week reintroduced the Common Sense Housing Investment Act (H.R. 6677) to make it easier for middle class and working families to be able to stay in their homes and find affordable rental housing. The bill realigns the mortgage interest deduction to better benefit families who need it most by converting the deduction to a 15% flat rate tax credit on mortgages up to $500,000. The bill strengthens the tax benefits for homeowners, while giving working families better access to rental homes.

Black History Expo celebrates entrepreneurship

Monday, 01 April 2013 13:20 Ivan Phifer

Members of the Twin Cities community celebrated Black History Month through the spirit of entrepreneurship and excelling African-American businesses.

African American clergy to hold Faith Rally at Capitol Rotunda

Friday, 29 March 2013 13:37

On Thursday April 4, 10:00 – 11:00 AM, 200 African-American clergy and members of their congregations will hold a faith rally at the Minnesota State Capitol Rotunda. Together, they will call on legislators to erase existing equity gaps in education, transit, healthcare and housing. They seek to partner with state leaders to achieve equitable budget solutions that benefit the children and families of their community.

Valerie Jarrett Named “Newsmaker of the Year”

Friday, 29 March 2013 13:24

WASHINGTON (NNPA) – White House adviser Valerie Jarrett has been named the National Newspaper Publishers Association Foundation’s “Newsmaker of the Year.”

Jarrett was presented the award last week during NNPAF’s annual Black Press Week celebration in Washington, D.C.

Ellison seeks minimum wage increase

Friday, 29 March 2013 12:50 Harry Colbert, Jr.

The U.S. Department of Labor and US Rep. Keith Ellison (MN-05) hosted a roundtable discussion to support raising the federal minimum wage.

Area organization’s job is to get people working

Friday, 29 March 2013 12:38 Harry Colbert, Jr.

With the economy still in flux, many individuals are finding themselves facing layoffs and the daunting task of seeking new employment.

President Barack Obama on the anniversary of the Affordable Care Act

Tuesday, 26 March 2013 11:15

March 23, 2013 – Three years ago today, I signed into law the principle that in the wealthiest nation on Earth, no one should go broke just because they get sick. The Affordable Care Act will give hard-working, middle class families the health care security they deserve and protect every American from the worst insurance company abuses. Already, millions of seniors are saving $600 a year on their prescription drugs. Millions of young people have been able to stay on their family's health plan until age 26. Preventive care, like mammograms for women and wellness visits for seniors, is covered free of charge. Most importantly, for the sake of our fiscal future, the growth of health care costs is beginning to slow.

More Minnesota children to move to permanent families through Northstar Care for Children

Tuesday, 26 March 2013 11:11

Hundreds of children under state guardianship are waiting in foster care for families – parents to adopt them or relatives to assume permanent, legal custody.

Who are the 'undocuqueer?' New reports shed light

Tuesday, 26 March 2013 11:08 New America Media, News Report, Elena Shore

A report released recently by the Williams Institute at UCLA estimates that there are at least 267,000 self-identified LGBT undocumented immigrant adults living in the United States. The number is a conservative estimate – because many people who fit into both categories are reluctant to identify as such; and because it doesn't include anyone under the age of 18. Another 637,000 self-identified LGBT individuals are estimated to be among the adult documented immigrant population.

Progressive Caucus Leaders Demand Administration's Full Response on Drones

Tuesday, 26 March 2013 10:57

Washington, D.C.— Rep. Barbara Lee, the Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus Peace and Security Task Force, with CPC Co-Chairs Reps. Raúl M. Grijalva and Keith Ellison and Caucus members John Conyers, Donna Edwards, Mike Honda, Rush Holt, and Jim McGovern, Monday sent a letter requesting the full, unclassified release of information surrounding the Obama administration's drone policy. Rep. Conyers is the Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee.

Panel looks at fragile nations

Tuesday, 26 March 2013 10:51

Jina Moore, a Pulitzer Center journalist who specializes in post-conflict and human rights reporting headlines a panel discussion themed "Fragile Nations and the Minnesota Connection" from 7 p.m. until 8:30 on Tuesday, March 19 at University Center, Saint Mary's University, Twin Cities Campus, 2540 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404. This event is free.