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On TPP, Trump should work on art of a deal
Rather than avoid globalization, make it work for U.S.
Editorial
As Trump evolves, it's clear he has much to learn
But if he's moderating more troubling views, there's hope.
Mitch Pearlstein
After an ugly election season, can we celebrate what unites us?
Americans get along better than we give ourselves credit for — and our musicians and sports teams give us a place to celebrate that.
Kathleen Vellenga
For women in some parts of globe, 1620 is not a distant mirror
Shelter, food and water were usually available for women in early America. But the lack of basic rights was an issue, and still is today.
Erick Ajax and Traci Tapani
Workers in training programs should also have access to federal education grants
"Earn and learn" students should have access to federal education grants.
Gregory Ferenstein
If fake news wasn't on Facebook, people would find it somewhere else
"The problem isn't that diverse information isn't there … but we haven't gotten people to engage with it," Mark Zuckerberg said.
Vivek Wadhwa
Our ethical codes are failing to keep up with our inventions
Fake news is just the start — technology is out of control, and no one wants responsibility for the damage it's doing.
Tim Penny and Tom Horner
Tim Penny and Tom Horner: The parties have too much of the people's power
There are steps we can take to remedy this. We can also take heart in the fact that solutions are in the works even without government.
Lori Sturdevant
Neglected: The path to winning rural Minnesota votes
Some of state's best historical ideas for achieving equity remain the best way forward.
Amy Sherman, PolitiFact
PolitiFact: The obstacles to an end run around the Electoral College
The success of an interstate compact awarding votes to the national popular winner is not guaranteed. Its route to implementation probably passes through Congress and the Supreme Court.
Mark A. Bohnhorst
Counterpoint: Electoral College deserves no vote of support
The U.S. House and U.S. Senate already are unrepresentative of the national will. Couldn't the presidency, at least, do better?
Editorial
The 2016 election wasn't that bad for gun control
Some sensible reforms won the day despite NRA and Donald Trump.
David B. Rivkin Jr. and Lee A. Casey
Trump doesn't need to create a blind trust
His situation is unique, and there are other measures he can take to avoid conflicts. Let's be realistic and fair on this matter.
Scott Harding and Seth Kershner
Junior ROTC: 'Not' military recruitment, but quite like it
Let's consider the full context before putting this program in St. Paul schools.
Editorial
Mr. Trump should go to Washington
Protecting the Trumps is harder while they hold two residences.
Dick Schwartz
On a fateful November day, teacher offered lesson in grace
School was canceled nationwide the Monday after JFK's assassination. I spent it worrying about the whys, what-ifs and what-nows.
Sam Pahl
Perspective from Haiti: You have a voice, so use it
Protests and statements of defiance do not pass bills and only alienate voters who chose Trump in the first place.
Tyler Cowen, Bloomberg View
Donald Trump's beautiful plan to INCREASE illegal immigration
Subsidize U.S. construction jobs and beat up on Mexico -- and 'Presto!' the undocumented workers will pour back in.
Brittany R.V. Huebl
Counterpoint: Bible's description of God as male does not diminish voice of women
Time and time again, the Catholic Church has recognized Mary as an incredibly powerful individual who holds a place of honor.
Mark Osler
Presidential clemency: Obama's 900 pardons leave too many in limbo
Absent criminal justice reform, too many nonviolent offenders are serving disproportionate sentences.
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