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Lori Sturdevant
In western Minnesota, a diminished DFL, and yet
The party has purpose and perhaps a chance in this session to show rural voters how it better meets their needs.
D.J. Tice
Strong-arm government? It could happen here (and did)
Thinking back 100 years on the power and reverberations of the Minnesota Commission of Public Safety.
John Rash
Rash Report: Three key 2017 elections will reflect, shape Europe's future
Amid populism, politicians who still back the European Union.
John Rash
Rash Report: Viewership of Academy Awards, Trump's address to Congress reflect divisions
As the world watches U.S. turmoil, Americans with opposing viewpoints may be looking past each other.
Lori Sturdevant
Citizens League may have refreshed role as regional arbiter
It would be a welcome revival of civic culture cultivation, if legislators buy in.
John Rash
Rash Report: The international impact of Trump's 'enemy' tweet
Presidential pressure on press freedom, reporter safety is at risk.
D.J. Tice
Dayton is a case study in lost ideals
Contrast his stadium-suites response with his persistence while state auditor.
Lori Sturdevant
Attention to redistricting is particularly hot in Minnesota this year
It's all about the driver's seat.
John Rash
Rash Report: At Camp Ripley training, 'NATO is standing together'
For the 44th year, Minnesota National Guard and Norwegian Home Guard troops train together.
D.J. Tice
Here's to our nationally pertinent state political figures
Here are the Minnesota players on the national playbill.
Lori Sturdevant
Steve Sviggum's likely return to the Board of Regents? Copacetic.
Quick pick was needed for the board, and he's the guy.
John Rash
Amid award season in U.S., global art 'under threat'
A report from the advocacy group Freemuse states that 'artists continue to be silenced all over the world.'
D.J. Tice
It's a living lab for changes in the minimum wage
Increases could harm the vulnerable in subtle ways.
Lori Sturdevant
Broadband is still the missing link in rural Minnesota
Voters there may warm to politicians who can make things better on this front.
John Rash
Rash Report: Worldwide migration crisis sparks fundamental questions
Oscar-nominated documentaries "Fire at Sea" and "4.1 Miles" give context to what's at stake regarding refugee resettlement.
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