In this 2010 photo, merchandise appears on display at adult novelty store Smitten Kitten in Minneapolis. Gaia Democratic School director Starri Hedges has drawn the ire of parents after taking students on a field trip to the store. Ms. Hedges told the Star Tribune that she wanted to provide a safe environment for students to learn about human sexual behavior. Besides offering adult books, videos, toys and other products, the store also has educational workshops, which the students attended. (Jerry Holt/Star Tribune via AP)
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Ovi scores goal 890, Caps lose to Sabres 8-5
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Hegseth joins veterans, generals to mark 80th anniversary of battle of Iwo Jima
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