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International Olympic Committee finally gets tough with Russia
It sends the most forceful message yet that it won't tolerate cheating.
Rick Wilson, The Washington Post
Romney should challenge Hatch: The GOP needs a fight over Trump
He's one of the few big name Republicans who have taken on the party's hijacker.
D.J. Tice
In the 'death tax' debate, both sides are unconvincing
It may well be a wise, just form of taxation. We could prove we believe that by imposing it on others besides the super-rich few.
Editorial
No, the U.S. Senate doesn't need Roy Moore
Trump's endorsement ignores a disturbing list of assault claims.
Jordan Magill
It's not just opioids that are a threat to loved ones: It's your medicine cabinet at large
It's your medicine cabinet at large. My daughter would still be alive if I'd realized the danger that killed her: access to the antidepressants that had been prescribed to me.
Chris Bauer
Opioid crisis — the human cost: Pharmaceutical companies must be held accountable
We need change in our health care system, and we need alternatives to treating pain.
Mariam Hannon
Opioid crisis — the human cost: Don't forget that there is real pain to treat
We can't trap doctors between rigid protocol and compassionate care.
Mark Osler
Robert Mueller's investigation: Understanding an expert at work
Here is what the plea-agreement process really is, unlike what you might see on "Law and Order" or in the movies.
Sarah E. Gollust
House, Senate tax bills will make America sicker
It goes beyond the continued whacks at the Affordable Care Act to undermining conditions necessary for good health.
Editorial, Dallas Morning News
Can fake phone be the answer to kick smartphone addiction?
Jury's out on whether providing sensory satisfaction will do the trick.
Jason Flohrs
U.S. Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken are wrong to oppose tax reform
It's not like they don't see the problem. Everyone sees the problem.
Editorial
James Comey was right: 'Hate crimes are different from other crimes'
And new FBI statistics tell a disturbing story about racial, religious bias.
Peter M. Leschak
Iron Rangers compelled to think deeply about what it is they truly cherish
The conflict between jobs and environment, rural townships and cities, heavy industry and tourism are cast in stark relief in the six counties of northeastern Minnesota.
Editorial, St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Big Sugar is winning the lobbying battle vs. health
Add Santa Fe and its proposed 2-cent tax to the list of casualties.
Paul Thissen
Help Minnesota protect consumers from private data grabs by internet and telecom giants
Weigh in against possible FCC action that would hinder the Legislature in this area.
Cheryl Thomas
A moment of historic opportunity for men
Those who have reflected and recognized their own abuse of women can step up and help dismantle belief systems that have been so harmful.
John Rash
Best of British ads shows simple wishes, complex reality
Annual Walker Art Center screening shows advertising as creative as the shows it supports and provides insight into U.K. society.
Editorial
Stolen guns keep turning up in violent crime cases
But because of restrictions won by the gun lobby, research is incomplete.
Gregory j. Boyle
Sometimes gang members can teach us all
America has rarely seen more division, polarization and disunion than at this moment. And yet our best selves long for connection.
Ron Way
Conflict over future of mining is unearthing a new political force in Minnesota's north country
Fighting for their way of life is the Rangers' way of life — and never more so than today.
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