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December 27, 2017
Becky Rom was photographed on the edge of Birch Lake, the proposed site of a Twin Metals copper mine near the edge of the BWCA. ] (AARON LAVINSKY/STAR

Trump administration reversal on mining leases near BWCA is no surprise

U.S. Rep. Erik Paulsen understands the risks and should lead protection effort.
Editorial
December 26, 2017
The Minneapolis City skyline including City Hall seen from the back of the U.S. District Court. ] GLEN STUBBE ï glen.stubbe@startribune.com Monda

Minneapolis City Council's pay hike was needlessly sneaky

The numbers aren't troubling; the process was.
Editorial
December 22, 2017
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Minnesota's public defenders need state's support

Ramsey County spat put a spotlight on caseload issues.
Editorial
December 22, 2017

Congressional ACA mandate repeal could roll back health coverage gains

Minnesota will have to address the vulnerability of the uninsured.
Editorial
December 22, 2017
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In the confusion, hear the Voice of Christmas

Through centuries, the spirit of the day speaks clearly of peace, good will.
Editorial
December 22, 2017
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Proceed with caution on cutting school days in Minneapolis

If it's the only way to trim the budget, bolster out-of-school programs for kids.
Editorial
December 21, 2017
FILE - In this April 26, 2017 file photo, Hennepin county attorney Mike Freeman appears at a news conference in Minneapolis, Minn. Freeman, a Minnesot

Freeman should have said 'no comment' on Justine Ruszczyk Damond case

Instead, county prosecutor who should know better cast doubt on probe.
Editorial
December 20, 2017
FILE - This Nov. 19, 2013 file photo shows a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention logo at the agency's federal headquarters in Atlanta. Reacting

The 'seven words' situation: Doubts linger after CDC kerfuffle

Does this vital global health agency have the strong leadership it needs?
Editorial
December 20, 2017
U.S. Rep. Erik Paulsen participated in a celebration for the upcoming completion of Highway 610 in Maple Grove. ] GLEN STUBBE * gstubbe@startribune.co

Tax reform remains a risky gamble

Republicans promise economic boom, but economists have doubts.
Editorial
December 18, 2017
This Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2017 photo shows an arrangement of pills of the opioid oxycodone-acetaminophen in New York. Abuse of painkillers, heroin, fenta

Minnesota is taking opioid abuse seriously

State work group's research and recommendations are welcome.
Editorial
December 15, 2017
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Metro school leaders craft a new plan to tackle learning disparities

It's a worthwhile effort to address Minnesota's persistent achievement gap.
Editorial
December 15, 2017
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Congressional failure on CHIP, health center funding is a disgrace

State must continue to step up to help Minnesota's neediest.
Editorial
December 15, 2017
Demonstrators hold up balloons during an immigration rally in support of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), and Temporary Protected St

Congress must find a new path for 'dreamers'

There's a worthy compromise available, if lawmakers are willing to act.
Editorial
December 15, 2017
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Take action now to sign up for health insurance

But note there are options beyond Jan. 14 for those who qualify.
Editorial
December 14, 2017
Palestinians burn tires during clashes with Israeli troops following a protest against U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem a

Impact of embassy site move reaches beyond Jerusalem

Mideast peace, regional relationships and E.U. alliances are all strained.
Editorial
December 14, 2017
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton listens to Lt. Gov. Tina Smith as she was named to replace fellow Democrat Al Franken in the U.S. Senate on Wednesday, Dec.

As Dayton's pick, Ms. Smith goes to Washington

Lt. Gov. Tina Smith will have a full workload as she moves to U.S. Senate.
Editorial
December 13, 2017
Doug Jones, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, is accompanied by his wife, Louise, at an Election Night gathering of his supporters in Birmingh

Thanks, Alabama, for doing the right thing

Roy Moore didn't deserve to serve in the U.S. Senate.
Editorial
December 12, 2017
FILE -- Ajit Pai, chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, at the federal agency's headquarters in Washington, June 23, 2017. The Federal Co

Keep the internet fair and open to all

Trump administration's plan to end net neutrality would hurt consumers.
Editorial
December 11, 2017
3M Co. manufactured and dumped chemical compounds known as PFCs at several sites around Washington County, according to documents filed in a lawsuit b

To put a spotlight on health risks of PFCs, take 3M case to court

Going to trial vs. settling state suit would add to public's understanding.
Editorial
December 8, 2017

Congress should keep working on tax reform

Competing House, Senate bills have failed deficit and transparency tests.
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