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Blame U.S. tax code, not Pfizer, for yet another inversion deal
The current system too often rewards system-gaming over productive activity.
Clive Crook, Bloomberg View
Of America and race and erasing history
This country doesn't have to hate itself to beat racism. We're not so good at self-loathing, anyway — but we're decent at reinvention.
Editorial
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Water quality is a worthy signature issue for Dayton
Summit can lead to cleaner lakes and streams for future Minnesotans.
Cass Sunstein, Bloomberg View
The age of terror: Is the American standard of free speech outdated?
To answer, it's helpful to consider legal history at its highest level.
Michael Nesset
Life choices: Be alert — direction can come from anywhere
For my wife and me, advice came from under the table at a professor's party.
Editorial
Pendulum against prostate screening has swung too far
How to "screen smarter" while avoiding unnecessary treatment.
Letters
Readers Write (Nov. 30): Community solar gardens, cover crops, U 9/11 recognition, flunking candidates
If you check the fine print, you'll see that solar power does add value to the grid.
Editorial
Climate conference offers an opportunity for a global response
Post-Paris implementation of an agreement is what will matter most.
George F. Will
Separation of powers: We must rein in today's rule by experts
Courts are too permissive about letting Congress delegate power to the agencies.
Noah Feldman, Bloomberg View
History proves Thomas Jefferson was wrong (whew)
Ben Carson's misunderstanding aside, we can be thankful that James Madison's view of the Constitution prevailed.
Ron Way
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The elephant in the water-quality room
Dayton was right to call out Big Ag. Farming practices have contributed to a century of harm.
Steve Olson
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Minnesota's turkey farmers are full of thanks
Rebounding from avian influenza crisis, we need help facing the next challenges.
Letters
Readers Write (Nov. 26): Turkey photo, North Side shootings, Syrian refugees, National Adoption Day
A picture of a turkey farmer is worth 1,000 words.
Editorial
The Editorial Board gives thanks while remaining mindful
Minnesotans have much to praise — and to ponder — this Thanksgiving.
Julie Kendrick
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