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Cathy O’Neil, Bloomberg Opinion.
Let's send Facebook some election observers
The internet giant says we can trust it to manage things in a way that doesn't hurt democracy. I say, let's check that.
Zalmay Khalilzad
Why Iran will choose to negotiate with Trump
Here are four factors that are likely to tip the balance in favor of the administration's forceful but open-to-negotiation strategy.
Editorial
Encouraging innovation and competition in tech
Court made the right call in AT&T/Time Warner decision.
Tucker Carlson
Father's Day: Once a governor, still a worthy role model
The examples set by my dad, Arne Carlson, have me thinking about the changing nature of our society.
Editorial, Miami Herald
There's plenty of support — but too-little action — on 'red flag' laws
With bipartisan support in Congress, what are lawmakers waiting for?
James Comey
Comey on inspector general's report: I disagree with some conclusions, but the review was welcome — and essential
In a democracy, accountability is vital, even if it involves criticism.
David W. Wick
Aging parents, stressed families: A possible solution to the caregiver dilemma
If we let people sacrifice their potential earnings and savings to help their loved ones, there'll be a future societal cost. Instead, we can support them with enhanced social programs or tax incentives.
Judi Dutcher
Political campaigns: Let's not live for the gaffes and 'gotchas'
I made my mistake, and it cost me. But communication pratfalls don't necessarily indicate a lack of knowledge or skill. Things happen. Cut candidates some slack.
Richard Greelis
Policing: Careful with limits on K-9 apprehensions
Good training and relationships are needed, but so is flexibility, because one never knows how a police call will develop.
Max Stier
There's an HR crisis in the federal government
The problems with hiring and personnel management are perennial — and fundamental. Here's how to fix them.
Editorial, Dallas Morning News
Will Trump-Kim summit be a springboard to future diplomacy?
It's natural to wonder, but so far all we have are high hopes.
Editorial
Charles Krauthammer wrote for all the right reasons
Columnist didn't seek approval from the powerful; he wanted us to think.
Victor Cha
Give Trump and Kim credit for walking us back from war
Their agreement is just a beginning, but consider where we were just five months ago. (Or for the last 65 years.)
Noah Feldman, Bloomberg News (TNS)
In Ohio voting case, Supreme Court takes a nakedly political turn
The court's conservatives generally interpret statutes based on text, while the liberals prefer looking to statutory purpose. That didn't work for them this time, so …
Robert Allen
On net, Minneapolis policy change on marijuana enforcement harms public safety
What seems at first like social justice only reinforces illegal trade. Legalization through controlled distribution is the better alternative.
Editorial, Wisconsin State Journal
Trade wars will hurt Wisconsin companies and consumers
Trump's policies are a blow to state that helped him win the election.
Leonid Bershidsky
G-7 fallout: There's a method to Trump's madness
He's giving all rules a stress test, without rejecting them outright. It might work.
Eric Jolly and R.T. Rybak
Counterpoint: The first word in 'community foundations' still solidly applies
Here are a few examples of that work in Minnesota. And the question of priorities? Asked and answered, every day.
Lori Sturdevant
Candidate filing gone wild in Minnesota: Was it the endorsement system's valediction?
What to make of DFL's several wide-open races.
Kay Coles James
The advice for graduates? Demand the ball
There are moments in our lives when we have to stop hedging. When we have to speak firmly, act clearly — and execute.
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