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Hamse Warfa

Contributing Columnist
Global Affairs
Hamse Warfa was a contributing columnist for the Minnesota Star Tribune from 2024-2025.

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Latest from Hamse Warfa

Warfa: We can’t protect democracy if we don’t prepare the next generation to defend it

Too often, educators are told to steer clear of anything “controversial.”
June 12, 2025

Warfa: Let’s not forget humanity in education as we prepare students for an AI world

The future of education isn’t about adding new tools to old systems. It’s about reimagining school where students are more prepared to shape a better world.
May 3, 2025

Warfa: It’s young people who give me hope for the future

Here are several examples of how young people have inspired me over the years with their passion and vision.
March 28, 2025

Warfa: Why would President Trump announce a three-month retreat from U.S. global leadership?

U.S. foreign aid advances American security and prosperity. So taking it away, even for 90 days, could hurt us.
February 3, 2025

Warfa: A new federal program has opened the door for everyday Minnesotans to sponsor refugees

And Minnesotans have been stepping up to welcome more refugees, which makes the state richer both economically and culturally.
November 1, 2024

What I learned from working with Tim Walz

I’ve seen his empathy and joy in action.
August 23, 2024