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Readers Write (Jan. 20): Women backing Trump, U.S. Rep. Jason Lewis, Meryl Streep, the abortion rate
The good and bad of knowing the big picture.
Editorial
It's time to repeal the ban on Sunday liquor sales in Minnesota
It's inconvenient, and why lose revenue to neighboring states?
Nina Hamza
Despite it all, I hope Trump will speak for all of us
I poured my heart out to Barack Obama, and his reply gave me a sense of relief.
Kristi Pearson
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Adding some 'glitz' to a library isn't the problem, it's a solution
Providing up-to-date "core services" leads to tremendous growth — and new readers.
Barton Swaim, The Washington Post
With Trump: No honeymoon, no coming together, no illusions. What a relief!
Nobody thinks he's a unifier, or a savior, or even a good man. He'll need actual results to succeed.
Bob "Again" Carney Jr.
The transportation funding plan is moving fast
It may even work, especially with all the incentives for Republicans. But keep an eye on those obsolete, crazier-than-ever LRT schemes.
Letters
New York Times editorial
British prime minister offers a more realistic view of Brexit
Until Tuesday, Theresa May had been vague about nation's next moves.
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Opinion
Macy's closing: More than a downtown department store at stake
It's easy to see why Macy's failed: Poor service, no local flair. But it's also hurt other businesses, as well as sapping downtown vitality.
Editorial
Inauguration boycott is misguided
Democrats should be full participants in peaceful transfer of power.
Opinion
Counterpoint: Ideals of the 'old-school feminists' still matter
Here's why we suggested that women specifically lead the procession on Jan. 21.
Letters
Readers Write (Jan. 18): Trump's inauguration, U.S. Bank Stadium and Michele Kelm-Helgen, movie stars and CEOs, Leonard Peltier
Don't boycott a national moment.
Editorial
Hearing independent voices in Trump's cabinet
Confirmation hearings revealed nominees who are unafraid to disagree.
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