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In these respects, legislators should follow Dayton's lead.
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May 27, 2016
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May 13, 2016
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Ill-conceived ordinance is based on scant research on employer impact.
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May 10, 2016
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May 5, 2016
Minnesota Senate's police body-cam bill hinders public access
Lawmakers need to strike a better balance between privacy, transparency.
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May 3, 2016
Don't let Iraq turmoil slow down fight against ISIL
Political schisms threaten needed unity to retake Mosul.
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May 2, 2016
For Minnesotans, plenty to cheer for in Olympic women's basketball
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April 29, 2016
Clear the air for vets on threat posed by Iraq, Afghanistan burn pits
Klobuchar legislation would create center to study smoke hazards.
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April 29, 2016
Great Lakes Compact must be protected, with no exceptions
Dayton can help protect the lakes by exercising his veto power.
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April 28, 2016
'American Roulette': The role of gun laws in domestic violence
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Legislature should embrace push for more orderly lawmaking
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April 27, 2016
MnSCU hops on the rebranding bandwagon
By whatever brand, 31 institutions should start functioning as a system.
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April 26, 2016
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