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Editorial
September 27, 2016
Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton listens to Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump during the presidential debate at Hofstra Univ

First debate: Steady Clinton put unprepared Trump on the defensive

The GOP nominee wasn't up to the task in first presidential debate.
Editorial
September 26, 2016
FILE - A child health nurse holds up a vial and box for the HPV vaccine, brand name Gardasil, at a clinic in Kinston, N.C. on Monday March 5, 2012. Ab

Why are many Minnesota kids still at risk of HPV?

Parents, providers are missing a key chance to prevent cancer.
Editorial
September 26, 2016
FILE--This 2004 file photo shows former Masters champion Arnold Palmer as he sits on clubhouse railing at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, G

Arnie's Army was big in Minnesota

Palmer's passing comes as golf could use a revival.
Editorial
September 25, 2016
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Helping Minnesota's 'unrentables' overcome troubled pasts

Give landlords the tools to make good decisions about applicants.
Editorial
September 24, 2016
A couple kisses in front of graffiti depicting Russian President Vladimir Putin, left, and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, on the wall

Trump's crush on Russia, Putin deserves scrutiny

Voters must know more about candidate's possible financial ties.
Editorial
September 23, 2016
Soaps containing the antibacterial chemical triclosan are displayed on a shelf at a Minneapolis pharmacy. Gov. Mark Dayton on Friday signed a bill to

Rest of the nation will follow Minnesota's lead on triclosan

"Big Soap" given a year to get potentially toxic additive out of products.
Editorial
September 23, 2016
A line of canoes paddled past the audience during the during a rehearsal for the Mississippi River Boat Ballet on the Mississippi River in Minneapolis

Mississippi River requires agriculture's help to stay healthy

Minnesota should combine stronger regulations, market-based policies.
Editorial
September 22, 2016
This image provided by the Syrian anti-government group Aleppo 24 news, shows a vest of the Syrian Arab Red Crescent hanging on a damaged vehicle, in

As Syria roils, world leaders must keep pressure on Russia

Humanitarian convoy attack shows how "bar of depravity sinks lower."
Editorial
September 21, 2016
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There are glimmers of economic hope for Minnesota's minorities

The latest income stats aren't as gloomy as last year's for black Minnesotans.
Editorial
September 20, 2016
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Beware of Trump's bluster on terrorism

Voters need to realize there are no swift, surefire solutions.
Editorial
September 20, 2016
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Reducing chronic absenteeism should be high on school, community priority lists

Intensify efforts to make sure more students are in the classroom.
Editorial
September 19, 2016
Election 2016

Minnesota House candidate Nolan West should forfeit GOP endorsement

Parties need to do careful vetting before backing candidates.
Editorial
September 19, 2016

A weekend of inhumanity

Attacks in St. Cloud, New York are an unwanted test of fortitude.
Editorial
September 18, 2016
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Reducing chronic school absenteeism should be high on school and community priority lists.

Intensify efforts to keep more students in school.
Editorial
September 16, 2016
JR American Horse, left, raises his fist with others while leading a march to the Dakota Access Pipeline site in southern Morton County North Dakota.

A sensible pause on pipeline project, but not the final word

Still, Dakota Access pipeline may be safer than risky train transportation.
Editorial
September 16, 2016

U.S. should firmly, forever reject torture

Leaders, citizens should heed Center for Victims of Torture's call.
Editorial
September 16, 2016
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Get tougher on distracted driving

The 2015 Legislature moved in the right direction.
Editorial
September 15, 2016
Granulated sugar is poured in Philadelphia, Monday, Sept. 12, 2016. A new study released Monday details how the sugar industry worked to downplay emer

News on sugar industry deception is latest blow to public trust

Americans need reliable information on critical health issues.
Editorial
September 14, 2016
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In St. Paul and elsewhere, all property owners should pay for services

But Minnesota Supreme Court decision will change collection methods.
Editorial
September 13, 2016
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, left, greets vice presidential candidate Gov. Mike Pence as he takes the stage during a campaign rally

DFL looked petty, harshly partisan with election lawsuit

State Supreme Court was right to keep Trump's name on ballot.
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