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Two key steps forward for Minnesota's water quality
River rules, triclosan ban strengthen stewardship of state's waterways.
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U.S. House should preserve, strengthen independent watchdog
Office of Congressional Ethics has proved its worth.
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From Trump to race relations: The most-read Star Tribune opinions in 2016
The following excerpts are from opinion articles ranked by highest online readership in 2016. To read them in their entirety, use the embedded links.
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A jolt of consumer confidence as new year begins
Consumer index rises to highest level since 2001, and Trump takes credit.
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Congress, Trump should back Obama's sanctions on Russia
Moscow must be held accountable for meddling in the election.
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Minnesota didn't cave on health-care contracts
Officials took hard-nosed approach when insurer sought higher payment.
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Poverty series highlights importance of affordable-housing, community-building strategies
Housing policies should promote economically diverse communities.
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Better nutrition for students can help narrow learning gaps
There's a strong connection between good food, school achievement.
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Trump should use preferred status with Israel to press for two-state plan
It'll be critical in achieving president-elect's goal of "the ultimate deal."
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A message of peace and love for the world-weary
Into a confusion of voices comes the Voice of Christmas. (Reprinted from the Dec. 25, 1932, edition of the Minneapolis Tribune.)
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Spread the word that 'stronger brains' start developing at birth
Praiseworthy campaign spotlights value of reading to young children.
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Helping of generosity removes red ink from school menus
To Minnesota's credit, movement to pay off overdue lunch accounts finds support here.
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Nonprofits make a welcome push to boost college graduation rates
Minnesota has a lot of work to do, especially among students of color.
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Cities should revisit weak rules governing ride-share drivers
Both Minneapolis, St. Paul have more work to do to ensure public safety.
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Minneapolis should restore funding for Greater MSP
The city benefits from the organization's regional growth strategy.
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State Capitol failure hurts health care consumers in Minnesota
Inability to enact state health insurance premium relief leaves some buyers in the cold.
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In wake of newest scandal, Board of Regents must set a new tone for U
As a "window to the university," athletics are broken and in need of repair.
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Victory for environmentalists and BWCA eventually could backfire
Advocates' strategy creates precedent for political interference in mining.
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Better data is needed to address hate crimes
Improved reporting would create a truer picture in Minnesota, nationally.
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Don't allow threats to undermine the University of Minnesota
Football team is out of line in light of the university's code of conduct.
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