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Letters
Readers Write: The U.S. and tribalism, treatment of veterans, guns and citizen responses, sexual misconduct allegations, potential transit shutdown
Why this tribalism? Be a beacon instead.
Editorial
The rest of the world is moving on with global trade
Trump-led retreat has economic and geopolitical consequences for the U.S.
John P. James
Federal tax reform, a hit on Minnesota cabin owners? That's not the half of it.
Federal proposals would add to state tax absurdities. The impact would be felt across cabin country. Contact your senators and representatives. Pound the table.
Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune (TNS)
Let's hold the 'huzzahs' for Louis C.K.
He sounds more like he's playing the role of Remorseful Guy.
Letters
Readers Write: Workplace romance vs. harassment, U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore, sexual conduct and the entertainment industry, tax reform, PolyMet, Commons Park lawsuit, Gophers vs. Nebraska
Romance or harassment? My guidelines for the workplace.
Beth Wiberg Barbosa
Tax reform: Cutting deduction for spousal maintenance will hurt children
Having the deduction available often eases negotiations and results in better outcomes for all affected.
David M. Perlman
Counterpoint: Why buying a home is better than renting
A home is more than just an investment. But it's also a good investment.
Bethany Bradley
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My year as an activist: Encouragement from a novice in Minnesota
After the frustration of the 2016 election, the success of the Women's March was exhilarating. But it was only the beginning of the work we must do.
Editorial
Rep. Tony Cornish should also leave the Minnesota Legislature
As with Sen. Dan Schoen, sex harassment charges destroy effectiveness.
Editorial, Miami Herald
It's possible the Obama administration rushed Cuba deal
It's hard to argue with Trump administration's move to end money flow.
Editorial
It's a mistake to let counterterrorism programs wither
Federal programs to combat violent extremism aren't getting key support.
Paul John Scott
Our digital dystopia: A diary
Will we one day regret all this change in the media landscape? Answer to come.
Cartoons
Doug Wilhide
Veterans Day: Remember all who served, the lofty and the grunts alike
Most of us don't see ourselves as heroes, and you don't need to, either. But by all means, pause and think about every vet.
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