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Lori Sturdevant

Editorial writer and columnist
Phone: 612-673-4505
Lori Sturdevant writes editorials and a weekly column about topics she has covered for more than 30 years, state government and politics. She joined the Minneapolis Tribune as a summer replacement reporter in 1975, returned as a reporter in 1976, and was lead Capitol reporter and a newsroom assignment editor before joining the editorial staff in 1992. A native of South Dakota, Lori is a graduate of Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and a member of that institution’s Board of Trustees. She has been the editor or co-author of seven books, including “A Man’s Reach: The Autobiography of Elmer L. Andersen.” Her latest book, "The Pillsburys of Minnesota," was published by Nodin Press in April. Lori lives in Minneapolis with her husband; they have three grown children.

Recent content from Lori Sturdevant

Lori Sturdevant: Many issues at the Capitol, but one is especially poignant

The state's first female American Indian legislator arrives at a key moment.

Updated: January 21, 2012, - 03:40 PM

The marriage amendment vote

The next 10 months are likely to be as contentious as Minnesotans have ever seen. What about afterward?

Updated: January 14, 2012, - 04:51 PM

What now for GOP? What now for women?

A conversation with Annette Meeks, a Minnesotan with connections.

Updated: January 07, 2012, - 04:47 PM

Lori Sturdevant: An editor's legacy

Charles Bailey set a high bar at the Minneapolis Tribune.

Updated: January 03, 2012, - 05:46 PM

A political earthquake, an effort to find footing

After Amy Koch's departure rocked the Capitol, legislators sought institutional integrity.

Updated: December 31, 2011, - 04:26 PM

GOP money woes: Trouble reach beyond one party

Democrats shouldn't celebrate Republicans' financial problems.

Updated: December 30, 2011, - 06:46 PM

Lori Sturdevant: It's rarely a luxury to be in need of charity

Still, there exists an age-old sense that the poor must prove that they're worthy.

Updated: December 24, 2011, - 03:58 PM

Lori Sturdevant: Capitol fix is urgent

Holiday gifts aren't the only things being unwrapped in St. Paul this week.

Updated: December 24, 2011, - 03:10 PM

Lori Sturdevant: Achievement gap -- a disaster in slow motion

Like any disaster, it will require a community response -- one the U's new president could lead.

Updated: December 17, 2011, - 04:00 PM

Minnesotans study German energy choices

Germans willing to pay more not to use nuclear power. Why?

Updated: December 14, 2011, - 02:26 PM

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