Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Minnesota Public Radio Stories
Can we get the politics out of redistricting?
A tri-partisan group of former elected officials wants a non-partisan commission of retired judges to draw the new legislative and congressional district boundaries, instead of the legislature. Usually the task ends up in the courts anyway. Can elected politicians draw fair districts? Should the party in power have more say?11:00 a.m.GuestsSteve Sviggum: Former Speaker of the Minnesota House (8 years). State Representative (R-Kenyon 1979-2007). Commissioner of Labor & Industry (2007-2010). Commissioner of Management & Budget (Dec 2010 to Jan 2011). Current member of the University of Minnesota Board of Regents (2011)Roger Moe: Former Senate Majority Leader (22 years) (DFL-Ada/Erskine)(State Senator 1970-2002) DFL candidate for Governor 2002, lost to Tim Pawlenty. DFL candidate for Lt. Governor 1998 (lost to Ventura-Schunk ticket.)Resources
New doc takes a closer look at Muslim charities
Midday presents "Alms in the Name of Allah", a new documentary from America Abroad that looks at the growth of Muslim aid organizations across the globe as well as the the care they provide and the concerns they raise.12:00 p.m.More from MPRWhite House promotes Muslim help against terrorism (03/07/2011)Thousands demand reforms in Algeria; 400 arrested (02/12/2011)Mubarak exit sets off celebrations across Mideast (02/11/2011)Face of Mideast unrest: young and hungry for jobs (01/30/2011)Mpls mosque hopes to teach others about Muslims (12/01/2010)Resources
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