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Poverty

• More than clothing is available at God's Closet in St. Paul
  The church charity is transforming the lives of both clients and volunteers.November 23, 2006
• Nobel prize-winning micro-lending pioneer at the Press Club
  In 1974, economist Muhammad Yunus had a simple idea for lifting people in his native Bangladesh out of poverty -- make tiny loans to help poor people, mostly women, start small businesses. In 2006, Yunus' success was honored with a Nobel Peace Prize.Midday, November 20, 2006
• Media and poverty
  Poverty affects nearly 40 million people in America, yet many feel that the issue gets little coverage in the media. Midmorning talks with journalists about at how the media covers poverty and why it matters.Midmorning, October 17, 2006
• Heat cutoff rule now in effect
  Residents who may have trouble paying their energy bills. From now through April 15, residential energy customers are protected from having their service disconnected.October 16, 2006
• Minnesotan brings "micro-lending" concept home
  The 2006 Nobel Peace Prize went to a Bangladeshi economist who pioneered the idea of "micro-credit". Most such programs take place in developing countries, but Minnesotan Joe Selvaggio is giving out micro-grants here in the Twin Cities.October 13, 2006
• Minnesota's poverty ranking among the nation's lowest
  Minnesota ranks among the lowest in the nation for people living below federal poverty standards, according to information released Tuesday by the U.S. Census.August 29, 2006
• Commentary: Governor's free-tuition program
  Gov. Tim Pawlenty recently unveiled a plan to give high school graduates in the top 25 percent of their class free tuition for their first two years of college at an in-state public institution. Minneapolis Public School teacher Eve Johnson-Blackwell says the governor's proposal would do little for students who need the most help.July 17, 2006
• John Edwards has "new ideas" to combat poverty
  Former U.S. Sen. John Edwards, the 2004 Democratic vice presidential nominee and a possible 2008 presidential candidate, gives what's billed as a "major policy address outlining new ideas in the fight against poverty" at the National Press Club in Washington.Midday, June 22, 2006
• Floyd Palmer's long road
  Floyd Palmer has lived through some of the worst life can serve up, but he's managed to overcome most of it. His story is both inspirational and cautionary. It shows childhood scars can be dealt with, but there's always a price.June 19, 2006
• Suburban food shelf use up
  Residents in the western suburbs such as Excelsior and Eden Prairie are using food shelves much more often. A report by a consortium of Minnesota food shelves and food banks says some suburban areas saw a 300 percent increase in the last five years.June 6, 2006
• A plan to replace the welfare state
  Charles Murray, who wrote the controversial book on racial differences, "The Bell Curve," is out with a new radical proposal to do away with America's current welfare state.Midday, June 1, 2006
• Making art accessible to the poor: Involve the neighborhood
  Several arts organizations argue that seeing great theater is sometimes as important for the spirit as food and shelter, and they feel that's especially true for people living in poverty. Pillsbury House Theater has embedded itself into the heart of an inner-city neighborhood and become a part of the community.June 1, 2006
• Poor and overweight: A connection?
  While it may seem counterintuitive, more poor people are overweight. The problem is that healthier food is much more expensive than it used to be.May 31, 2006
• Making art accessible to the poor: Respect the audience
  The needs of the poor go beyond food and shelter. Their spirits require nourishment as much as their bodies. Acting on that belief, several Twin Cities theater companies are working in various ways to make drama accessible to everyone.May 31, 2006
• Making art accessible to the poor: Remove the obstacles
  The needs of the poor go beyond food and shelter. Their spirits require nourishment as much as their bodies. Acting on that belief, several Twin Cities theater companies are working in various ways to make drama accessible to everyone.May 30, 2006

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