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November 1, 2018
Democratic U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison, left, and Republican Doug Wardlow are the major-party candidates running for Minnesota attorney general in the Nov

Two flawed candidates, no endorsement in state AG's race

Star Tribune Editorial Board can't recommend Keith Ellison or Doug Wardlow.
Editorial
October 31, 2018
The Minnesota State Capitol in the evening sun. ] GLEN STUBBE ï glen.stubbe@startribune.com Thursday, September 28, 2017 EDS, AVAILABLE FOR ANY A

Election endorsements: The picks in House Districts 49A, 52B, 54A and 57A.

Here is the last of three days of legislative endorsements.
Editorial
October 31, 2018
Pete Stauber, the Republican candidate in Minnesota's Eighth Congressional District, at the Carlton County Fair in Barnum, Minn., Aug. 17, 2018. In a

Election endorsement: Pete Stauber's unique experience stands out in the Eighth District

He has devoted most of his career to local public service.
Editorial
October 30, 2018
The Minnesota State Capitol in the evening sun. ] GLEN STUBBE ï glen.stubbe@startribune.com Thursday, September 28, 2017 EDS, AVAILABLE FOR ANY A

Election endorsements: Our choices in House Districts 38B, 42A, 44B and 48A

Today is day two of three days of legislative endorsements.
Editorial
October 29, 2018
The Minnesota State Capitol in the evening sun. ] GLEN STUBBE ï glen.stubbe@startribune.com Thursday, September 28, 2017 EDS, AVAILABLE FOR ANY A

Election endorsement: Senate special election; House Districts 33B, 39B, 36A

St. Cloud race would tip balance in Senate; others would flip seats in metro.
Editorial
October 29, 2018

In wake of shooting, pipe bombs, a community can still rise above hate, together

When ugly rhetoric fuels violence, simple decency still can triumph.
Editorial
October 29, 2018

CPA Pam Myhra is best pick for Minnesota auditor

Professional experience distinguishes Republican's candidacy.
Editorial
October 26, 2018
The U.S. Capitol.

Dean Phillips is a fresh voice for the Third District

He would help move Congress back toward more civil, fact-based representation.
Editorial
October 26, 2018
Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer spoke at the second day of the Republican state convention in Duluth. ] GLEN STUBBE • glen.stubbe@startribune.co

Bipartisan work, warmer leadership style should earn Rep. Tom Emmer a third term

Once-fiery incumbent now focuses on building relationships.
Editorial
October 26, 2018
DO NOT USE WITHOUT CHECKING WITH DEB FIRST -- Democratic candidate for governor of Minnesota, Congressman TimWalz. ] GLEN STUBBE ï glen.stubbe@st

Election endorsement: Tim Walz, a uniter, for governor

He has a record of bipartisanship, both in Congress and in this year's gubernatorial campaign.
Editorial
October 26, 2018
Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon toured the Ramsey County elections office with elections manager Joe Mansky. This is the last day of early vo

Return Steve Simon as Minnesota secretary of state

Incumbent focused on protecting elections and expanding access to more voters.
Editorial
October 25, 2018
The U.S. Capitol.

Southern Minnesota has the opportunity to send thoughtful, well-spoken leader to Congress: Dan Feehan

Democrat would be advocate for veterans, and his credentials would make him a Capitol Hill standout.
Editorial
October 25, 2018

Angie Craig is the pragmatic choice in Second District House race

Her business and personal background make her a hard-nosed candidate who isn't hardhearted.
Editorial
October 24, 2018

Rich Stanek, Jack Serier for Hennepin, Ramsey County sheriffs

Return incumbents as top county cops.
Editorial
October 23, 2018
Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman

Hennepin County voters should elect incumbents Mike Freeman, Peter McLaughlin and newcomer Irene Fernando

Value on-the-job and life experience in county races.
Editorial
October 22, 2018
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Minneapolis voters should elect Rebecca Gagnon, Kimberly Caprini to the school board

They'll be focused on achievement.
Editorial
October 19, 2018
Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie testifies during a hearing of the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs, on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, Sept. 26

Blocking VA documents release protects 'shadow rulers' — not vets

VA Secretary Wilkie should instead be working to build trust in the agency.
Editorial
October 19, 2018
Incumbent Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, Senator Tina Smith. ] GLEN STUBBE ï glen.stubbe@startribune.com Friday, September 7, 2018

Editorial Board endorsement: Extend Tina Smith's time in Washington

She's not bombastic like so many senators. She's quite productive behind the scenes.
Editorial
October 19, 2018
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar

Editorial Board endorsement: Re-elect U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar

She's a pragmatic, effective senator — collaborative and cool under fire. The Capitol needs more like her.
Editorial
October 19, 2018

Voters should approve Minneapolis, St. Paul school requests

Voters should say yes to Minneapolis, St. Paul school bonds and operating levies.
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