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July 28, 2016
Hillary Clinton accepts the Democratic presidential nomination on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, Ju

For Hillary Clinton: A milestone reached, a message delivered

Clinton's convention was effective, but big challenges remain.
Editorial
July 28, 2016
FILE - In this March 14, 2015 file photo, people watch a landing Delta Air Lines jet approach the Narita International Airport from a popular viewing

Delta decision shows Minnesota's lobbying power

Tentative OK for MSP-Haneda flight took a bipartisan push.
Editorial
July 27, 2016

Here's a road map to boost health coverage

MNsure, Blue Cross teamwork is key to helping Minnesotans.
Editorial
July 27, 2016
On the night of her nomination by the party, Hillary Clinton appears via live video feed on the large stage screen during the Democratic National Conv

Unfinished business for Hillary Clinton

Acceptance speech is a chance for Democratic nominee to define a vision.
Editorial
July 26, 2016
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Personal liability insurance for Minneapolis cops is a lousy idea

Charter measure in Minneapolis is not the remedy for police misconduct.
Editorial
July 26, 2016

First lady sets a better tone for Democrats and Republicans

Michelle Obama raised the stakes for a more substantive campaign.
Editorial
July 26, 2016
Debbie Wasserman Schultz, the Democratic National Committee chairwoman, speaks at a a campaign event for Hillary Clinton at Florida International Univ

As convention begins, Democrats try to clean up a mess

E-mails show that Sanders supporters were right to suspect DNC bias.
Editorial
July 22, 2016
FILE -- Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) participates in a healthcare roundtable discussion in Fairfax, Va., July 20, 2016. Hillary Clinton announced Kaine as h

Centrist Tim Kaine is a safe pick for Clinton

Virginia senator has reputation for bipartisanship that strengthens ticket.
Editorial
July 22, 2016
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Minnesota Board of Teaching fails court test on licensing

Citizens who care about quality education should be at wit's end.
Editorial
July 22, 2016
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Don't give up yet on Fairview, University of Minnesota Physicians merger

This proposed combination is too promising to pass up.
Editorial
July 22, 2016
FILE - This Feb. 19, 2013, file photo, shows OxyContin pills arranged for a photo at a pharmacy in Montpelier, Vt. With an overdose epidemic worsening

Fine job on opioid abuse bill, Congress. Now fund it.

Legislation will help fight health scourge, but only if budget is adequate.
Editorial
July 21, 2016
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump spoke Thursday, the final day of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland.

Be wary of Trump's long list of promises

He's given voters every reason to be highly skeptical.
Editorial
July 21, 2016
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Trump on NATO: Reckless and wrong

Hedging on common defense alienates allies and emboldens adversaries.
Editorial
July 20, 2016
Pro-government wave Turkish flags as they protest against the attempted coup, in Istanbul, Tuesday, July 19, 2016. The Turkish government accelerated

The complex road ahead for U.S.-Turkey relations

Erdogan's post-coup purge risks taking the focus off anti-ISIL fight.
Editorial
July 19, 2016
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Fixes urgently needed after Blue Cross retreat

Stabilizing the state's individual health insurance market can't wait.
Editorial
July 18, 2016
The Capitol is still officially closed to the public. ] GLEN STUBBE * gstubbe@startribune.com Thursday, March 3, 2016 With less than a week left befor

Prospects are brighter for a special legislative session in August

Southwest light rail still presents a roadblock.
Editorial
July 18, 2016
Former Minnesota Governor Wendell Anderson arrived in the House Chamber to a rousing applause. ] GLEN STUBBE * gstubbe@startribune.com Thursday, April

Wendell Anderson: A governor who made Minnesota better

For many Minnesotans, he set a standard for gubernatorial leadership.
Editorial
July 18, 2016

Another blow for Baton Rouge, nation

Killing of law enforcement officers adds to an unrelenting run of tragedy.
Editorial
July 16, 2016
The main stage on the convention floor at the Quicken Loans Arena in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, is prepared for the upcoming Republican National Conven

This week should be anything but a conventional

Let's see what happens as Trump and the GOP come together.
Editorial
July 15, 2016

Threat to "shut down'' Rosedale Mall is poor strategy for protesters.

BLM protesters risk driving away potential supporters.
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