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Andy Parker
August 31, 2015
Andy and Barbara Parker, of Collinsville, Va. mourn the loss of their daughter, Alison Parker, a journalist for WDBJ, Friday, Aug. 28, 2015 in Roanoke

Ending gun violence is my purpose now

My daughter was killed on live television. I will do whatever it takes.
Steve Andreasen
August 31, 2015

Iran nuclear deal: Preauthorizing the use of force is a bad idea

If the U.S. needs to show resolve, it can do so within its existing constitutional procedures.
Mark Brandt
August 31, 2015
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Thoughts from a 32-year teacher, now retired

It's not an easy profession, but do not doubt that those who practice it are dedicated to the task.
Sam Tanenhaus, Bloomberg View
August 31, 2015
Rev. Jesse Jackson speaks to the media before the unveiling of a plaque honoring Nelson Mandela in Monument Park Wednesday, April 16, 2014, at Yankee

Jesse Jackson created the Democratic Party as we know it

It's a parallel, of sorts, to Barry Goldwater and Republicans. And Jackson's moment has come again.
Jim Abeler
August 30, 2015

Let's hit the 'reset' button on UCare

Instead of throwing 475,000 off state programs, take time out to get it right.
Monte Bute
August 30, 2015
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The dangers of groupthink

Strict conformity of opinion is the enemy of intellectual liberty — and both conservatives and liberals fall into this trap.
John Kass, Chicago Tribune/TNS
August 30, 2015
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has a supporter, Mary Margaret Bannister, check to see if his hair is real during his speech to support

Mock the Trumpians — at your peril

Sure, the true believers are an easy target. But don't underestimate their thirst for populist answers.
Barbara Reynolds
August 28, 2015
A woman holds up a sign which reads "Black Lives Matter" in Ferguson, Mo., on Monday, Aug. 10, 2015. A state of emergency was declared for Ferguson an

Why our '60s crowd is wary of Black Lives Matter

Baby boomers want to support the new movement, but disagree with its tactics.
OLEG VOSKRESENSKY
August 28, 2015
Dean Rohrer, NewsArt

Immigration tale: A Russian meets America

(A land of plenty, a land of freedom, a land of curiosities.)
Editorial
August 28, 2015

Sanders makes his run with the help of small-beer donors

Refreshingly, the average contribution to his campaign is just $31.30.
John Rash
August 28, 2015
After a meteoric rise, India-born Sundar Pichai — who chose the U.S. — was named CEO of a restructured Google this month.

Seeing the best of America — and immigration — from India

The impact of immigration — an issue vexing multiple countries — depends on a nation's perspective.
Editorial
August 28, 2015

U.S. has too few judges to effectively enforce immigration laws

Enforcement spending is growing much faster than court budgets.
Editorial, The Economist
August 28, 2015
FILE - In this Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2015, file photo, Chinese investors monitor stock prices at a brokerage house in Beijing. Volatility in Chinese stock

The week in the markets: Sky is not falling, but it's shedding a bit

China was the proximate cause of the turmoil. So what, precisely, is the situation there?
D.J. Tice
August 28, 2015
Evan Easton is teaches a course required to have a concealed carry permit in Minnesota. Thursday, June 28, 2012 ] GLEN STUBBE * gstubbe@startribune.co

Public-policy moves: And what when the worst case doesn't transpire?

Public policy on guns, minimum wage is food for thought.
Lori Sturdevant
August 28, 2015
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar has released a book, "The Senator Next Door".

For Amy Klobuchar, if immigration then were like immigration now …

The senator reflects on family history and Minnesota's needs and nature.
Michael Nesset
August 28, 2015

This is my zip car: A Mazda Miata for the older gent (and grandkids)

Sure, it seems like a gratuitous purchase. Or does i
Cass R. Sunstein, Bloomberg View (TNS)
August 28, 2015
FILE-- Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), left, and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton at a hearing for John Kerry's confirmation as secretary of

No, Democrats, the American system isn't 'rigged'

Fact is, America is enjoying a burst of progressive reform unlike anything seen in decades.
Mark Drake
August 28, 2015
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton speaks during a news conference during a visit to the Iowa State Fair, Saturday, Aug. 15, 201

Clinton may be damaged goods in Minnesota

The former secretary of state's spot at the top of the ballot may help GOP in legislative races.
Editorial
August 27, 2015

Antiabortion movement is waging war on Planned Parenthood

Defunding push gains steam, even though most Americans oppose it.
David Feinwachs
August 27, 2015
In this Thursday, Sept. 25, 2014 photo, the headquarters of Ucare is pictured in Minneapolis. After PreferredOne abruptly pulled out of MNsure, Minnes

Counterpoint: It's time for answers on UCare exit

Stop the secrecy; we need the truth about the state's action.
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