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Paul John Scott
Couldn't go with that flow: Why one of my medical bills went past due
It's not pleasant to take a deep dive into the charge that put my family in arrears. But hopefully the tale is representative of how easily an encounter with the health care system can make sticking to family budgets impossible.
Obama offered more convincing take on payments to Iran
Opponents of nuclear deal are looking for ways to undercut nuclear deal.
Bill Mantis
Counterpoint: Indeed, more debate needed on trade
There are many valid reasons to oppose, question the TPP.
Abdi Warsame
A welcome Somali voice at the Minnesota State Capitol
Ilhan Omar's victory in the DFL primary is a great step forward.
Lori Sturdevant
A former Minnesota high court justice steps into politics, on purpose
Why? Because the Merrick Garland nomination is still in limbo.
Michael Griffin
Counterpoint: Kersten herself is 'showing no interest in the facts'
Reject this fearmongering about young black men, police and violence.
Cathy ten Broeke and Senta Leff
Counterpoint: Here's a better way to deal with Anoka's homeless
Outreach and housing advocacy can do what law enforcement can't.
John Rash
Great Decisions: Minnesota-based institutions, individuals can be key to countering extremism
Upcoming summit will explore and emphasize peacebuilding.
John Kass, CHICAGO TRIBUNE • Tribune Content Agency
News flash: Trump's not the first pol to say stupid things.
But somehow, liberal heads don't burst into flames when it's Clinton or Obama putting their foot in it.
Editorial
Quota system would help ease the crunch at national parks
Crowds are spoiling the experience at popular Park Service destinations.
Steve Hunegs
75 years later, the Atlantic Charter still reflects the U.S. at its best
The 1941 statement from FDR and Britain's Winston Churchill promotes better life for all.
Editorial
Trump's Second Amendment innuendo is another disqualifier
If he weren't running for president, he'd likely be quizzed by Secret Service.
Megan McArdle, Bloomberg View
The Olympics don't have to be a fiscal disaster
Let's stop moving these costly competitions around and bring them back to their birthplace.
Corey Van Denburgh, 
Counterpoint: Why, as a personal care attendant, I'll stick with the union
The SEIU has already improved things for home care workers and our clients, starting with paid time off.
Jennifer Dunn-Foster
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U.S. Bank Stadium was so clueless about soccer fans
Four reasons the experience fell short at Chelsea vs. Milan.
Margaret Carlson, Bloomberg View
The GOP has disgraced itself over Donald Trump
For many, practical politics requires surrender. But their reputations may never recover.
Editorial
Add Libertarian Gary Johnson to Clinton-Trump debates
He won't win the election, but he'd provide interesting ideas.
Leonid Bershidsky, Bloomberg View
Facebook, I want my clickbait headlines back
Why there's a thing on the internet called clickbait, why Facebook is trying to diminish it — and why Facebook is wrong.
John Freivalds
Tourism and the ongoing war for Wayzata's soul
Counterpoint: The Lake Minnetonka area shouldn't fall into the "tourist destination" trap. It doesn't benefit businesses or residents. It just makes trouble. Look around.
Editorial, Bloomberg View (TNS)
Trump on the economy: A posture, not a plan
On taxes, regulation, energy and trade, his promises fail to address the real issues.
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