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Shortly after initiating the acquisition of Twitter in 2022, Elon Musk posted, “For Twitter to deserve public trust, it must be politically neutral, which effectively means upsetting the far …
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By Chuck Peters, chuck@ambit.community
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3/6/25
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Stories have always been a powerful way to preserve history, teach morals, and convey social norms. They allow us to connect with others, creating bonds through shared experiences and emotions. …
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By Dr. Artika Tyner, dr.artikatyner@gmail.com
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3/6/25
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On Feb. 8, 2025, the Midway Chamber held its annual celebration. Its our biggest event of the year, and one new twist in 2025 was holding it at Allianz Field. The venue was a big hit, as we started …
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By Chad Kulas, Midway Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, chad@midwaychamber.com
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3/6/25
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“Humility is the fruit of inner security and wise maturity.” Cornel West “God is in the details.” Ludwig Miles Van Der Rohe
Hello Monitor readers, Happy spring.This is …
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By Melvin Giles, peacebubbles@q.com
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3/6/25
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Someone recently asked me to describe the Midway Chamber. I gave some of the usual fact – founded in 1919, around 330 members, mission is to “build a stronger Midway.” But I also …
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By Chad Kulas, Midway Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, chad@midwaychamber.com
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2/5/25
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On Tuesday, Jan. 14 amid a tectonic start to Minnesota Legislature 2025-26 Session, one bright spot emerged: a resounding collective voice for the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) echoed throughout the …
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By Betty Foilliard
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2/5/25
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Books inspire our youth to dream big. The kind of dreams that are bold, audacious, and transformative. These dreams ignite a passion for hard work and the courage to embark on leadership journeys …
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By Dr. Artika Tyner, dr.artikatyner@gmail.com
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2/5/25
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“When your rage is choking you, it is best to say nothing.” Octavia Butler
“Homophobia is like racism and anti-Semitism and other forms of bigotry in that it seeks to …
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By Melvin Giles, peacebubbles@q.com
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2/5/25
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As someone who loves the Midway, I don’t love seeing vacant lots. I cringe when I see the boarded-up windows of the CVS, and the trash floating around the old funeral home parking lot – …
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By Chad Kulas, Midway Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, chad@midwaychamber.com
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1/16/25
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Diverse books aid in building a solid foundation for a bright educational future. These books nurture our children’s social and emotional development. Each book provides them with the tools to …
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By Dr. Artika Tyner, dr.artikatyner@gmail.com
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1/16/25
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THANKS FOR PERSPECTIVE SHIFT
I just wanted to tell you that I thought Melvin Giles’ article in the December 2024 Monitor was wonderful. It helped me again see that I do not want one event …
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1/16/25
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“Go within every day and find the inner strength so that the world will not blow your candle out.” Katherine Dunham
“[the] old road is rapid agin’. Please get out of the …
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By Melvin Giles, peacebubbles@q.com
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1/16/25
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This year, like most, the campaigning and voting in partisan offices like president, congress, and state legislature, was dominated by the two largest parties – the Democratic Farmer Labor and …
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The recent decision by The Washington Post and Los Angeles Times to skip endorsing a presidential candidate has put the issue of media trust in the spotlight – and it underscores just how …
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By Dean Ridings
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12/4/24
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As 2024 winds down, December is a time to look back and reflect on the past year. Like all years, there were certainly challenges both locally and nationally as we all try to consider what the future …
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By Chad Kulas, Midway Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, chad@midwaychamber.com
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12/4/24
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October marked the celebration of National Dyslexia Awareness Month. Roughly 3-4% of the school population across the nation experience a learning disability related to reading that qualifies them …
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By Dr. Artika Tyner, dr.artikatyner@gmail.com
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12/4/24
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“My message is about changing our way of thinking about women and abuses of power.” – Anita Hill Hope is life’s essential nutrient, and love is what gives life meaning.” …
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By Melvin Giles, peacebubbles@q.com
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12/4/24
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Photojournalist Linda Tirado, 42, is dying. When she arrived in Minneapolis to cover the civil conflict after the murder of George Floyd, she had impact-resistant goggles, a respirator, and a large …
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By Tesha M. Christensen, Owner & Editor, tesha@MonitorSaintPaul.com
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11/13/24
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Since the age of 18, I have voted in every single general election. Since my mid-30s, I have voted in every single mid-term election. And once Minnesota switched from caucus to primary elections, I …
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By Cindy Hollister
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11/13/24
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Civic engagement is a key tool for building more vibrant and inclusive communities. For many civic engagement begins with casting a vote at the ballot box. This is an integral step yet there is so …
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By Dr. Artika Tyner, dr.artikatyner@gmail.com
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11/13/24
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