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Ivo Daalder
U.S. military intervention in Venezuela is not advisable
This would be a go-it-alone affair that would face off partly against Cuban troops and Russian advisers. And if one thing unites the region, it is opposition to an American military action.
Editorial
Trump's economy is booming, but not for everyone
The big problem continues to be a lack of jobs for the less-educated.
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D.J. Tice
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Readers Write: Minnesota River and human effects on the planet, the MIAC, Venezuela, abortion
Will we ever stop never stopping?
Jeff Forester
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Lakes illimitable are lakes lost
Aquatic invasive species have changed the context of public access.
Lori Sturdevant
A 'just say no' status quo prevails at the State Capitol, I fear
Politics was once a means to an end. Now it's just the end.
Editorial
A painful exercise in bending the health care cost curve
Controversy over nursing home funding underscores need to keep state's provider tax.
Editorial
Donors stepped up to rescue Grand Old Day
Popular St. Paul festival will mark its 46th year on June 2.
Letters
Readers Write: Twin Metals mining, state legislature effectiveness, extended winter
Don't rush to judgment on a plan that doesn't exist yet.
Editorial
Minnesota firms step up on climate change
Legislature needs to follow the lead of big businesses that are recognizing the risks and taking action.
John Rash
Rash Report: J.R.R. Tolkien's life was as compelling as his work
A new movie and a museum exhibit displaying his creative process reveal the human behind "The Hobbit."
Pete Stauber and Peter Navarro
North American trade proposal will put U.S. in a better position
The United States-Mexico-Canada agreement will benefit our factories and farmers.
Editorial
Congressional hearing reveals complexity of 'Medicare for All'
CBO report underscores high costs, disruption from health care system overhaul.
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