High above the marble steps of the U.S. Supreme Court, four simple words are carved in stone: Equal Justice Under Law. They’ve come to embody America’s highest legal ideal — though their origin remains a mystery. This week, former Justice Anthony Kennedy[...]
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Canadian Prairies stand to benefit the most from boost to immigration target
Immigration is an issue in every country; it’s also an opportunity. New citizens equal new workers, and in places starved for labor, everyone willing to fill a role is welcome. And for our neighbors to the North, the Canadian Federal government has[...]
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It’s Your Community — Get Involved!
Dear Minot: Since being elected as your mayor in June 2022, I’ve learned a great many things. I’ve learned there is a lot going on in Minot that involves the mayor. I’ve learned residents want their voices heard. And I’ve learned that[...]
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Montana’s American Indian Caucus in State Legislature Mirrors Population
There are 11 American Indian lawmakers in the Montana legislature, nine democrats and two republicans. It’s a number that mirrors the percentage of American Indians in Montana’s population as a whole. And on issues of particular importance to the tribes, they’ll often[...]
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Bison spread as Native American tribes reclaim stewardship
There are few symbols more representative of the great plains than the buffalo. Their story is just as evocative. Prior to European expansion west, their numbers were thought to exceed 30 million. A short generation later, the consequences of manifest destiny brought[...]
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To Smudge or Not To Smudge Tests Campus Policies and Inclusivity
Smudging is the ceremonial practice of burning sacred herbs; it’s common in Native American traditions and rituals. Similar practices, at least in appearance if not name, take place in Catholic masses, too. And the practice recently made news in North Dakota when[...]
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Senate Bill 2199 Related to Transgender Pronoun Usage and Enforcement Fails
A bill to redefine gender in North Dakota law has failed. Senate Bill 2199 proposed to limit gender definitions in state law to either male or female as determined at birth and created a $1,500 penalty for violation of the law. The[...]