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July 5, 2017
Russian President Vladimir Putin heads the Security Council meeting in the Novo-Ogaryov residence outside Moscow, Russia on Monday, June 26, 2017. (Al

Trump must press Putin at meeting

Failure to confront the Russian president will only heighten concerns.
Editorial
July 4, 2017
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach speaks to supporters in launching his campaign for the Republican nomination for governor, Thursday, June 8, 201

To legitimately protect voting, secure U.S. infrastructure

But states should resist creation of potentially dangerous database.
Editorial
July 3, 2017
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Declaration of independence with flag.

Embracing the spirit of America's birth

Today, as in 1932, we pause to celebrate our imperfect independence.
Editorial
July 3, 2017
Alene Tchourumoff, the state rail director, was appointed head of the Metropolitan Council by Gov. Mark Dayton last week. She will oversee an agency t

New Met Council chair a good choice

Now elected leaders have to move beyond debate over state planning agency.
Editorial
June 30, 2017
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Pulling back the curtain on deeper Medicaid cuts

Reforms proposed by congressional Republicans threaten long-term care safety net.
Editorial
June 30, 2017

When and how should Minneapolis cops use deadly force?

The MPD should keep working on its policy after complaints from officers.
Editorial
June 30, 2017
Ivanka Trump, left, speaks at the State Department in Washington, Tuesday, June 27, 2017, during the release of the 2017 Trafficking in Persons Report

Tillerson, Ivanka Trump must follow words with action on human trafficking

They've signaled a strong commitment to maintain U.S. leadership role.
Editorial
June 30, 2017
Pedestrians made their way through a skyway in the Mears Park area, Wednesday, June 7, 2017 in St. Paul, MN. The city will consider Brooks' request to

St. Paul task force is on the right track in addressing skyway issues

City needs to strike a balance in weighing safety and access concerns.
Editorial
June 29, 2017

How we wish @realDonaldTrump would use Twitter

It would be a refreshing change of pace to highlight the positive.
Editorial
June 28, 2017
Demonstrators outside the U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, June 26, 2017.

Supreme Court's travel ban decision creates new confusion

Justices should have waited to weigh the full case in the fall.
Editorial
June 27, 2017
FILE -- Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) speaks to reporters on Capitol Hill in Washington, June 22, 2017. The Senate bill to repeal the Affordable Care A

CBO gives Senate health care bill a toxic score

The proposed "cure" would make health care less affordable for most.
Editorial
June 26, 2017

Trump administration takes a pragmatic step to counter violent extremism

Funding a grants program for community groups boosts national security.
Editorial
June 25, 2017
North High School Principal Dr. Shawn Harris-Berry, left, gave new Minneapolis Superintendent Ed Graff a tour of the school during the first day of sc

Improvements at North High lay foundation for even more academic advancement

Improved school climate, outcomes at Minneapolis inner city school.
Editorial
June 23, 2017

Court should settle Minnesota Legislature's pay issue

Refusing a council-ordered salary hike is constitutionally dubious.
Editorial
June 23, 2017
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Neighboring senators, Medicaid's fate is on you

Small-town providers, patients would bear brunt of GOP's cuts.
Editorial
June 23, 2017
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Congress should pass new sanctions on Russia as meddling evidence grows

The Senate has taken bipartisan action to send a strong message to Russia.
Editorial
June 22, 2017
Officers from Minneapolis and St. Paul police departments led the parade down Hennepin Ave. Sunday morning. ] JEFF WHEELER ï jeff.wheeler@startri

Parade organizers should take no pride in decision to ban police

The hurt over the Yanez decision is understandable, but this won't help.
Editorial
June 22, 2017

U.S. Bank Stadium's governing board cleans up its act

Adopting code of ethics, redefining role of MSFA chair make sense.
Editorial
June 21, 2017
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A strategic plan is needed for higher education in Minnesota

With talent shortage worsening, standing pat won't do.
Editorial
June 20, 2017
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Speed, secrecy raise legitimate doubts about GOP health reform

Patients, providers need time to absorb and weigh in on Senate's plan.
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