The Nation Nominates Minneapolis for the Nobel Peace Prize

With their resistance to violent authoritarianism, the people of Minneapolis have renewed the spirit of Dr. King’s call for “the positive affirmation of peace.”

Jan 29, 2026

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Students protest against ICE during a walkout at the University of Minnesota on January 26, 2026. — Students protest against ICE during a walkout at the University of Minnesota, on January 26, 2026 *(Brandon Bell / Getty Images)*

The editors of The Nation magazine are in the process of formally nominating the city of Minneapolis and its people for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. The following nomination statement, which is addressed to the Norwegian Nobel Co…

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