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September 1, 2017
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A medical doctor holding a help wanted sign.

Albert Lea flap spotlights need to help small hospitals recruit, retain medical providers

Legislature should increase funding for Minnesota's loan forgiveness program.
Editorial
August 31, 2017
St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman gave his final budget address at St. Paul College, Tuesday, August 15, 2017 in St. Paul, MN. ] ELIZABETH FLORES ï li

After court ruling, how big a tax hike can St. Paul endure?

Although there's good reason for it, 23. 9 percent tax levy jump is too high.
Editorial
August 30, 2017
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In wake of flooding, Congress should skip the drama and get to work

Lawmakers will have a daunting to-do list in September.
Editorial
August 29, 2017
Sam Hanson, the attorney representing Gov. Mark Dayton, delivers his oral arguments before the Minnesota Supreme Court at the Capitol in St. Paul, Min

In high-stakes case, Minnesota Supreme Court has duty to decide

Only courts can enforce state lawmaking's constitutional boundaries.
Editorial
August 28, 2017
FILE -- Former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, who was found guilty of criminal contempt for defying a court order to stop detaining immigrants ba

Pardon shows, and deserves, contempt

Trump's decision on Sheriff Arpaio reaffirms his disregard for judiciary.
Editorial
August 25, 2017
Eloise Adams carried antiques on the sidewalk, as she started the morning at her shop "Adams Originals Shop" Thursday August 24,2017 in Albert Lea, MN

Albert Lea flap raises questions about Mayo's stewardship of Minnesota hospitals

Offering a full-range of care is vital for public health and economic growth.
Editorial
August 25, 2017

Minnesota Supreme Court goes live on Monday

Livestreaming oral arguments is a good move for openness, trust.
Editorial
August 25, 2017

A tiny Minnesota tribal college wins national accolade

Leech Lake Tribal ranked nation's best community college.
Editorial
August 25, 2017
Enbridge Energy facility at the Clearbrook oil pipeline transfer station in Clearbrook, MN. Approximately 3.5 million gallons of mostly Canadian crude

A high-stakes dispute over Minnesota pipeline taxes

The outcome could ripple far beyond the 13 counties in which Enbridge Energy operates.
Editorial
August 24, 2017
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Minneapolis Mayor Betsy Hodges should stop dragging her feet on budget details

Citizens should have more time to review the city's 2018 plan.
Editorial
August 23, 2017

A Get-Together at a divided time

The State Fair is an asset to democracy.
Editorial
August 23, 2017
President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign-style rally at the Phoenix Convention Center, Aug. 22, 2017. (Tom Brenner/The New York Times) ORG XMIT

Halt fiery presidential rallies for public safety reasons

Trump should recognize that his campaign-style events are dangerous
Editorial
August 22, 2017
President Donald Trump delivers an address to the nation at Fort Myer in Arlington, Va., Aug. 21, 2017. President Trump on Monday pushed forward with

Trump's strategy on Afghanistan takes U.S. in right direction

But lack of clarity on his definition of victory leaves uncertainties.
Editorial
August 21, 2017
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MNsure's consumer-friendly move gives consumers an extra month to shop

Extension should help Minnesota continue to reduce the uninsured rate.
Editorial
August 18, 2017
Acting chief Medaria Arradondo smiled as he was applauded after he was voted to be Minneapolis police chief by city council members on Friday, August

With new chief in place in Minneapolis, there's a new opportunity for police reform

Medaria Arradondo must build on reforms launched by his predecessor.
Editorial
August 18, 2017
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Reward, don't punish, Minnesota health care innovation

Trump administration could undercut next-generation MinnesotaCare program.
Editorial
August 18, 2017
FILE - In this July 26, 2017, file photo, Acting Police Chief Medaria Arradondo speaks at a news conference in Minneapolis. City Council members voted

Be wary of changes in police governance in Minneapolis

More City Council control of policing could be counterproductive.
Editorial
August 18, 2017

Terror attacks in Spain should be met with a global response

Trump should help lead international efforts to thwart terrorism.
Editorial
August 17, 2017
Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos, left, spoke to the media as U.S. Vice President Mike Pence listened during a joint news conference in Cartagen

Trump's reckless threat on Venezuela

President's talk of a 'military option' erodes regional unity.
Editorial
August 16, 2017
President Donald Trump speaks to the media in the lobby of Trump Tower in New York, Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2017. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais) ORG XM

3M CEO takes moral high ground while Trump equivocates

The nation needed the president to clearly rebuke white supremacists.
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