Deanna Pistono
@deannapistono.bsky.social
Race & Health Equity Reporting Fellow at @MinnPost. Surname sounds closest to this: “Pissed? Oh no!”
New story up on @minnpost.bsky.social - many thanks to Barbara Hilyer for sharing this with me, and with Minnesota!
How a history teacher discovered her storied Minneapolis roots
West Coast native Barbara Hilyer 'brings her story back to where it began' with three book talks in the Twin Cities.
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August 14, 2025 at 6:36 PM
New story up on @minnpost.bsky.social - many thanks to Barbara Hilyer for sharing this with me, and with Minnesota!
New story up on @minnpost.bsky.social. Many thanks to Inari Mohammed, Mahdi Warsama and Sheyanga Beecher for speaking with me and sharing their insights.
Vaccine hesitancy addressed through culture and communication
Minnesota health advocates rely on deep listening, cultural connections to work through vaccine mistrust in marginalized communities.
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July 22, 2025 at 7:45 PM
New story up on @minnpost.bsky.social. Many thanks to Inari Mohammed, Mahdi Warsama and Sheyanga Beecher for speaking with me and sharing their insights.
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"Coldplaye ys the thynge / Wherein I'll cacche the conscience of the kynge"
July 18, 2025 at 6:34 PM
"Coldplaye ys the thynge / Wherein I'll cacche the conscience of the kynge"
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Many thanks to Sara Nelson at CVT, as well as the others I was able to interview, for their insights and their precious time!
“The biggest piece for our clients was not being sure that the police had their best interests at heart & not being sure that this wasn’t ICE trying to pick up immigrants,” said CVT's Sara Nelson about impacts of shootings in Minnesota. @deannapistono.bsky.social
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How Brooklyn Park immigrants experienced recent political violence
Immigrants who have faced or feared political violence in their countries of origin experienced the trauma in unique ways.
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June 21, 2025 at 3:34 AM
Many thanks to Sara Nelson at CVT, as well as the others I was able to interview, for their insights and their precious time!
Many thanks to those who shared their insights with me, as always, including those from Health Care Workers for Palestine Twin Cities, Students for a Democratic Society at the University of Minnesota, Educators for Justice in Palestine, Women Against Military Madness and the Anti-War Committee.
Momentum builds in Twin Cities pro-Palestine movement
Some pro-Palestine protesters have risked arrest while questioning U.S. support for Israel as conditions in Gaza deteriorate.
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June 18, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Many thanks to those who shared their insights with me, as always, including those from Health Care Workers for Palestine Twin Cities, Students for a Democratic Society at the University of Minnesota, Educators for Justice in Palestine, Women Against Military Madness and the Anti-War Committee.
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i’m here at lake and bloomington where a group of protesters have gathered. officers with DEA and ICE patches have surrounded las cuatro milpas. video slow to upload, apologies.
June 3, 2025 at 5:07 PM
i’m here at lake and bloomington where a group of protesters have gathered. officers with DEA and ICE patches have surrounded las cuatro milpas. video slow to upload, apologies.
After his death, George Floyd became a symbol to many - but for those who loved him, he was a kind-hearted prankster - the kind of person who would see someone who was upset, and help them.
Many thanks to Courteney Ross and to Selwyn Jones for speaking with me about Floyd for @minnpost.bsky.social.
Many thanks to Courteney Ross and to Selwyn Jones for speaking with me about Floyd for @minnpost.bsky.social.
To those closest to him, he was Perry or Floyd
Before he was George Floyd – the movement, he was a heart-led human being who brought joy to many, according to his girlfriend and uncle.
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May 23, 2025 at 4:32 PM
After his death, George Floyd became a symbol to many - but for those who loved him, he was a kind-hearted prankster - the kind of person who would see someone who was upset, and help them.
Many thanks to Courteney Ross and to Selwyn Jones for speaking with me about Floyd for @minnpost.bsky.social.
Many thanks to Courteney Ross and to Selwyn Jones for speaking with me about Floyd for @minnpost.bsky.social.
New article up on @minnpost.bsky.social - many thanks to those who spoke with me about their organizations and how they are continuing to protect trans youth, including @outfrontmn.bsky.social, RECLAIM!, Transforming Families and Destination Tomorrow.
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Area orgs step up support for trans youth amid federal pushback
A leaked version of the federal budget proposed the elimination of services for trans and other LGBTQ+ youth within the 988 hotline.
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May 21, 2025 at 6:48 PM
New article up on @minnpost.bsky.social - many thanks to those who spoke with me about their organizations and how they are continuing to protect trans youth, including @outfrontmn.bsky.social, RECLAIM!, Transforming Families and Destination Tomorrow.
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Many thanks to all the artists who spoke and who I interviewed at the Teen Perspectives exhibition on May 10 at @artsmia.bsky.social! Article up on @minnpost.bsky.social
Young artists, Mia exhibit, shine uncomfortable light on racism
“Minneapolis as Monument,” at Mia is a reflection of five years post George Floyd that led to racial reckonings within and outside the city.
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May 12, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Many thanks to all the artists who spoke and who I interviewed at the Teen Perspectives exhibition on May 10 at @artsmia.bsky.social! Article up on @minnpost.bsky.social
New article on @minnpost.bsky.social - many thanks to those who spoke with me, with a particular thanks to Jeff McComas.
Terminally ill advocate for ‘end of life’ legislation in Minnesota
The American Medical Association says “physician-assisted suicide is fundamentally incompatible with the physician’s role as healer.”
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April 28, 2025 at 5:33 PM
New article on @minnpost.bsky.social - many thanks to those who spoke with me, with a particular thanks to Jeff McComas.
New article up on @minnpost.bsky.social - many thanks to Dr. Mustapha and Ms. Hasler, CNM for speaking with me about this change at M Health Fairview.
M Health Fairview revises procedures related to maternal health
All pregnant patients at M Health Fairview will be screened and tested for maternal and fetal conditions, with race removed as a factor.
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April 23, 2025 at 4:28 PM
New article up on @minnpost.bsky.social - many thanks to Dr. Mustapha and Ms. Hasler, CNM for speaking with me about this change at M Health Fairview.
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Autistic people and their loved ones have swiftly and publicly rejected statements by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the nation’s top health official, that people with autism will never play baseball, date, pay taxes or have a job.
RFK Jr. said autistic people don’t work or play sports. They say he’s wrong.
The health and human services secretary on Wednesday suggested that autistic children would never play baseball or pay taxes, enraging those in the community.
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April 17, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Autistic people and their loved ones have swiftly and publicly rejected statements by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the nation’s top health official, that people with autism will never play baseball, date, pay taxes or have a job.
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And thou mayest aske thyself, 'How do Ich werke thys?'
And thou mayest aske thyself, 'Wher ys that large destrier?'
And thou mayest telle thyself, 'Thys nys not my beautiful castle!'
And thou mayest telle thyself, 'Thys nys not my swift goshawk!'
And thou mayest aske thyself, 'Wher ys that large destrier?'
And thou mayest telle thyself, 'Thys nys not my beautiful castle!'
And thou mayest telle thyself, 'Thys nys not my swift goshawk!'
April 3, 2025 at 3:51 PM
And thou mayest aske thyself, 'How do Ich werke thys?'
And thou mayest aske thyself, 'Wher ys that large destrier?'
And thou mayest telle thyself, 'Thys nys not my beautiful castle!'
And thou mayest telle thyself, 'Thys nys not my swift goshawk!'
And thou mayest aske thyself, 'Wher ys that large destrier?'
And thou mayest telle thyself, 'Thys nys not my beautiful castle!'
And thou mayest telle thyself, 'Thys nys not my swift goshawk!'
New story up on @minnpost.bsky.social! Many thanks to the residents and fellow who spoke with me about these two filings for unionization and the reality of medical residency and fellowship ⚕️🩺👨⚕️👩⚕️🥼💊
Why area residents and fellows are choosing to unionize
When factoring in hours worked residents and fellows at HCMC and the University of Minnesota make “about minimum wage – like $10 an hour.”
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April 1, 2025 at 3:50 PM
New story up on @minnpost.bsky.social! Many thanks to the residents and fellow who spoke with me about these two filings for unionization and the reality of medical residency and fellowship ⚕️🩺👨⚕️👩⚕️🥼💊
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Hundreds rallied at the Minnesota Capitol on Monday to celebrate transgender visibility, praising Minnesota’s protections for trans people while confronting the Trump administration’s hostility toward trans Americans.
Trans visibility day rally held at Minnesota Capitol amid Trump hostility • Minnesota Reformer
Hundreds rallied at the Minnesota Capitol on Monday to celebrate transgender visibility, praising Minnesota’s protections for trans people while confronting the Trump administration’s hostility toward...
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March 31, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Hundreds rallied at the Minnesota Capitol on Monday to celebrate transgender visibility, praising Minnesota’s protections for trans people while confronting the Trump administration’s hostility toward trans Americans.
New article up on @minnpost.bsky.social - many thanks to Ms. Warren, Ms. Mogaka and Ms. Sikhoya for sharing their insights on this initiative!
Black joy: Changing the narrative
Centering Black joy and empowering Black youth are key cornerstones of the Reimagining Black Youth Mental Health Initiative
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March 26, 2025 at 4:57 PM
New article up on @minnpost.bsky.social - many thanks to Ms. Warren, Ms. Mogaka and Ms. Sikhoya for sharing their insights on this initiative!
Many thanks to the students and professor, who generously shared their insights with me!
Shem Paw is one of five K’nyaw students, who, along with 13 other Bethel University students recently went to Thailand. buff.ly/bYXDFDo
Area K’nyaw students connect with their roots in Thailand
Five K’nyaw students, along with 13 other Bethel University students, recently took an illuminating trip to Thailand.
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March 26, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Many thanks to the students and professor, who generously shared their insights with me!
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March 11, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Up on @minnpost.bsky.social.
Many thanks to all those who spoke with me - even if they weren't quoted directly, their insights contributed to this piece.
Many thanks to all those who spoke with me - even if they weren't quoted directly, their insights contributed to this piece.
There's a pharmacy shortage in Minnesota
The University of Minnesota’s College of Pharmacy and MDH released a map showing areas in Minnesota with low or limited pharmacy access.
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March 7, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Up on @minnpost.bsky.social.
Many thanks to all those who spoke with me - even if they weren't quoted directly, their insights contributed to this piece.
Many thanks to all those who spoke with me - even if they weren't quoted directly, their insights contributed to this piece.
Up on @minnpost.bsky.social - thank you to all those who spoke with me and shared their insights.
Minnesota leaders rally against Trump policies
In the first 30 days of the Trump presidency there's been a crackdown on undocumented immigrants, a slew of firings and more.
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February 20, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Up on @minnpost.bsky.social - thank you to all those who spoke with me and shared their insights.
I also do a bit of audio reporting sometimes @minnpost.bsky.social and was lucky to be able to share one family's story here:
Meal delivery for Twin Cities chronically and critically ill
Fair Table and Open Arms are delivering meals to people with pre-diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, and/or those pregnant or postpartum.
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February 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
I also do a bit of audio reporting sometimes @minnpost.bsky.social and was lucky to be able to share one family's story here:
Couple of new stories on @minnpost.bsky.social - this most recent one is about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s animus for processed foods, and how, while he may not be as wrong on this as he is about autism and vaccinations, reality is still more complex.
A closer look at RFK, Jr.'s stance on ultra-processed foods
Just because something's organic doesn't make it automatically healthy and processed doesn't always mean unhealthy.
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February 18, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Couple of new stories on @minnpost.bsky.social - this most recent one is about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s animus for processed foods, and how, while he may not be as wrong on this as he is about autism and vaccinations, reality is still more complex.
New article up on @minnpost.bsky.social today - many thanks to all who spoke with me and shared their insights, especially in these, to put it as diplomatically as I can, uncertain times.
Uncertainty over federal funds has Minnesota nonprofits on edge
Minnesota nonprofits are thinking ahead, reaching out to non-governmental funders and considering where expenses can be cut.
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February 13, 2025 at 5:28 PM
New article up on @minnpost.bsky.social today - many thanks to all who spoke with me and shared their insights, especially in these, to put it as diplomatically as I can, uncertain times.