Today Jennifer Brooks debuts as our local columnist. As a Star Tribune reporter, she covered the Capitol and our congressional delegation in Washington, and she has traveled across Minnesota writing thoughtful, surprising stories about the people and issues of the state. Her column will appear here every Sunday, and you will also see it on weekdays in print and online.
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