Another year is coming to an end, and November is always the perfect time to reflect and be thankful. And as we compile our lists of things we’re thankful for, Minnesota should always take the top spot. And not just for Minnesotans, but the entire country as well! Here’s why everyone should be thankful for MN:

1. Thank Minnesota for everyone's good health.
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Without the advancements in cardiology and inventions of Minnesota doctors at the University of Minnesota and the Mayo Clinic, many loved ones wouldn't have the care they need.
2. Thank Minnesota for your meal.
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With General Mills and other MN companies turning out some of your favorite food brands, your day just wouldn't taste the same without MN.
3. Thank Minnesota for your transportation.
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MN is home to the bus industry thanks to Greyhound and was also key in the creation of modern air travel thanks to Northwest Airlines.
4. Thank Minnesota for your safety while traveling.
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Minnesotan inventors came up with the retractable seat belt, and the oxygen masks in modern airplanes!

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5. Thank MN for all those everyday useful items you love.
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Without Minnesota based 3M we wouldn't have the conveniences of Scotch Tape, Post-it's, and even sandpaper.
6. Thank Minnesota for your country.
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The First Minnesota Volunteer Infantry was pivotal in the Civil War victory, making a heroic charge and creating a turning point in the Battle of Gettysburg.
7. Thank Minnesota for better business.
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Minneapolis was the home of the first Better Business Bureau.
8. Thank Minnesota for your financial safety.
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Okay, so maybe not all of it, but MN is at least the reason cash is safe. The first armored cars were created here.
9. Thank Minnesota for literature.
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Minnesota was home to F. Scott Fitzgerald the great writer, and Minneapolis was also home to the first children's library section.
10. Thank Minnesota for shopping!
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MN created the first indoor malls!

And while these reasons just begin to scrape the surface, it’s clear that MN is worth thanking. Why are you thankful for Minnesota?

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