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Hundreds of Minnesota students are caught up each year in the often sudden shuttering of charter schools. School leaders say the closings create a cycle that sets more schools and students up for failure.
The governor, making his fourth appearance in the battleground state as the Democratic vice presidential candidate, asked voters for ‘All gas, no brakes.’
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Minnesota Star Tribune endorses voters, not candidates, in upcoming election
By Phil Morris on behalf of the Minnesota Star Tribune Editorial Board
We will offer closely studied analyses of a few key races and candidates to help keep voters informed on those who seek to lead.
A revealing new documentary could redefine our understanding of the pop icon. But you will probably never get to see it.
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Ramstad: ‘X-factor’ in unraveling Minnesota Paradox is building friendships across racial lines
Economists call it “social capital” and it plays a big role in overall well-being.
