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GEORGE BECK
September 15, 2017
A City of Seattle Democracy Voucher belonging to the wife of Mark Elster rests on a table, Wednesday, June 28, 2017, in Seattle. Elster is a plaintiff

How public-financing vouchers could improve Minneapolis elections

Seattle has set the example. We're encouraging a similar strategy in Minneapolis and are trying to gauge interest among candidates.
Letters
September 15, 2017
Coffman Union

Readers Write: University of Minnesota 'racist, anti-Semitic' history, Minneapolis police union, Mayo Clinic and rural hospitals

Examining history is a whole-state project.
Editorial
September 15, 2017
The Minnesota State Capitol is largely quiet, Monday June 5, 2017 but major issues are still unresolved between the Republican legislature and DFL Gov

Dayton's dispute with Legislature should end with compromise

Richard Solum, a master mediator, has another big challenge in store.
Lori Sturdevant
September 15, 2017

There's money to be made in renewables. Argument enough?

It's a "better argument for a Republican." Fair enough. But, those climate consequences are pretty compelling, too.
Lynn A. Blewett
September 15, 2017

Why single-payer is not likely our path forward

Here are some of the obstacles, especially for — but not exclusive to — state-level proposals. Two-thirds of Americans have private insurance. It may be better to expand public coverage for subsets of the population with particular needs.
Drew Hamre
September 15, 2017

A closer look at the legacy of Charles Lindbergh

From his skepticism of U.S. involvement in World War II to his connections to Germany, it's wise to pay attention to the details. They draw a fuller portrait.
Al Zdon
September 15, 2017
Charles Lindbergh in the South Pacific During World War II (1944). ORG XMIT: MIN2017091318355746

Counterpoint: The future of legacies like Charles Lindbergh's

He's a Minnesotan who had a major influence on the world. He lived in complex times, and he reflected that. Can we accept it?
Editorial, Bloomberg View
September 15, 2017

China's move to electric vehicles is a major step forward

But it won't end nation's pollution problems.
Cathy O’Neil
September 15, 2017
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Facebook and Google, show us your data on political ads

Big tech has far too much influence. How can we take back the online experience?
Editorial
September 15, 2017

New documentary helps explain the mess that was Vietnam

Series from Ken Burns, Lynn Novick shows the value of studying history.
Cartoons
September 15, 2017
Sack cartoon: Equifax and you

Sack cartoon: Equifax and you

Cartoons
September 14, 2017
Sack cartoon: Steve Bannon in the wild

Sack cartoon: Steve Bannon in the wild

David P. Bryden
September 14, 2017
A supporter of President Donald Trump holds up a sign amid protesters against racism at Martin Luther King Park in Berkeley, Calif., on Sunday, Aug. 2

Counterpoint: Trump a racist? Not a helpful argument.

In general, the label is an oversimplification that detracts from more salient assessments about people and policies.
Editorial
September 14, 2017

Equifax debacle should serve as a wake-up call for other data collectors

Social Security numbers allow identity thieves to wreak havoc.
Editorial
September 14, 2017
President Donald Trump speaks to reporters about DACA as he arrives to survey recovery efforts after Hurricane Irma in Ft. Myers, Fla., Sept. 14, 2017

Trump makes bold, bipartisan move to protect young immigrants

He'll need help convincing leaders in his own party that deal makes sense.

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