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Minnesota needs a new plan for metro-area school integration
Lawsuit forces a discussion that should lead to a settlement.
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GOP presidential field needs a reality check on immigration
Americans should demand viable proposals that weed out pretenders.
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On Veterans Day, a push to house homeless vets in Minnesota
"Keys for Heroes" event will encourage landlords to open their doors.
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Coon Rapids responds with compassion after shocking assault at an Applebee's
Officials and residents show victim that she's welcome in their city.
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The good fight: Defend the Clean Power Plan
Minnesota AG Lori Swanson has joined the battle, but a predictable list of states and special interests is trying to block carbon limits.
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Despite limited deployment, still no clarity on U.S. strategy in Syria
The best hope is that boots on the ground will aid diplomats at a table.
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State should cooperate, not obstruct judge in MSOP reforms.
A strategy of obstruction, attacking judge's integrity is a losing battle
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Student debt woes are pushing more retirees, disabled into poverty
Feds gain little by taking 15 percent of Social Security benefits.
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Palin's in the past as Medicare moves beyond 'death panels'
Compassionate Medicare policy will ensure respect for patients' end-of-life preferences.
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Even after setback, Minnesotans should keep pressing for ranked-choice voting
Duluth voters weren't sold, but the case is still strong in Minnesota.
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Here's a smarter plan to address black unemployment in north Minneapolis
Program aims to close unemployment gap with better training, retention.
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A cautionary note for St. Paul school board newcomers
The teachers union isn't the only important voice for school reform.
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Keystone XL delay is a setback for public safety in Minnesota
Latest snag for pipeline should inspire alarm, not political victory dance.
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Welcome, We Day, and thanks to Minnesota students
Community-service results are impressive in third year of program.
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Speaker Ryan plays politics with immigration reform
Trust can be twisted when viewed through a partisan lens.
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More help on the way for struggling Twin Cities kids
Generation Next receives more funding for critical preschool screening.
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Dayton's angry letter highlights missed opportunity to improve oil-train safety
The governor points out new public-safety risks and the need for crossing improvements.
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Doing nothing is the costliest transit plan for Twin Cities
Revised price for Bottineau light-rail line should be kept in perspective.
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Feds making sensible moves to reduce federal prison populations
Release minor drug offenders and focus on more serious, violent criminals.
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Trade deals can provide a boost for U.S., E.U. at a critical time
Belgium's ambassador to the U.S. touts trade's diplomatic dividends.
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