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October 14, 2015

Greater MSP launches a smart new push to recruit, retain talent

Organization's "Talent Initiative" addresses region's worker shortage.
Editorial
October 14, 2015
From left: Democratic presidential hopefuls Jim Webb, Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Hillary Rodham Clinton, Martin O'Malley and Lincoln Chafee during the De

Clinton rebounds in Democratic debate, but Biden would bolster field

The party, and voters, would benefit from additional debates.
Editorial
October 12, 2015
Hok Chun "Anthony" Kwan covered Hong Kong pro-democracy protests as demonstrators occupied several major commercial zones during the fall of 2014.

Detaining former U photojournalist deepens doubts about Thai military regime

Former student faces trial in Thailand for possessing bulletproof vest.
Editorial
October 12, 2015
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Dayton pledges to double down on efforts to address income inequality

The negative trend in African-American income warrants CEO attention.
Editorial
October 11, 2015
A customer walked into Frattelone Ace Hardware passed a sign that asked for support of no parking meters along Grand Ave. ] (KYNDELL HARKNESS/STAR TRI

Parking meters make sense for St. Paul's busy Grand Avenue

Controversial plan would generate $800,000 annually for the city.
Editorial
October 10, 2015

Working more safely on the family farm in Minnesota

Star Tribune series highlighted dangers and ways to address them.
Editorial
October 10, 2015
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Minnesota needs a smarter debate on causes of health premium hikes

State's focus should be on why individual market isn't working.
Editorial
October 9, 2015
Rep. Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) arrives at the Capitol for a meeting with House Republicans, in Washington, Oct. 9, 2015. Current House Speaker John Boehner (

Upper Midwest's Ryan, Kline are best candidates to be next U.S. House speaker

Either would be a steady, mature influence on Tea Party hard-liners.
Editorial
October 8, 2015

Following safety rules would have saved lives lost in Minneapolis fire

Mother, three children shouldn't have been allowed into unheated home.
Editorial
October 8, 2015
U.S. Reps. Tom Emmer (left) and Tim Walz discuss tensions between management and workers at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center after a meeting Friday. Th

A solid start at St. Cloud VA, but Walz and Emmer need to keep pushing

Congressional house call was needed to address management and staff conflicts.
Editorial
October 7, 2015
Afghan security forces take part in an exercise in Kabul Garrison compound, in Kabul, Afghanistan, Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2015. Afghan security forces (Ar

Tough questions on U.S. Afghan policy

Focus on feckless Afghan forces, U.S. troop levels, tragic hospital strike.
Editorial
October 6, 2015
Traffic jam

As Minnesota stalls, some states ramp up transportation funding

It's important to stay competitive with critical infrastructure investment.
Editorial
October 5, 2015
A joint press conference announced an agreement on the Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade pact (TPP).

Weighing the merits of critical Trans-Pacific Partnership

Given the stakes, consider the facts on economic, diplomatic impact.
Editorial
October 2, 2015
Rashad Turner, second from left, the leader of the St. Paul chapter of Black Lives Matter, joins St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman, right, and Saint Paul D

Compromise respects rights of runners, protesters at Twin Cities Marathon

Coleman reaches a compromise that should ensure safety for all.
Editorial
October 2, 2015

Placing the blame for another mass shooting

Obama's proactive leadership is needed on gun laws, mental health.
Editorial
October 2, 2015

Rally fans to support Minnesota Lynx in bid for a third championship

On the road to a third championship.
Editorial
October 2, 2015
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Minnesota needs a new approach to compliance with federal Real ID law

Allowing those with objections to opt out is a more reasonable policy.
Editorial
October 2, 2015
This Aug. 26, 2003 image made available by NASA shows Mars photographed by the Hubble Space Telescope on the planet's closest approach to Earth in 60,

Discovery of water on Mars is a key find for NASA, U.S.

Discovery may advance plans to undertake a mission to red planet.
Editorial
October 2, 2015
A 3D model of St Paul's new River Balcony on display at Union Depot. ] GLEN STUBBE * gstubbe@startribune.com Thursday September 24, 2015 St. Paul will

A St. Paul 'balcony' to the Mississippi can be an aesthetic, economic boost

Plan would better connect downtown to the river.
Editorial
October 1, 2015
A woman chants anti government slogans during a protest in a town in north Syria, Friday, March 2, 2012. Syria has faced mounting international critic

U.S. must continue to reject Putin's alliance with Assad

Focus must be on a negotiated settlement that saves Syrian lives.
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