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Editorial
November 29, 2016
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Keep the spotlight on industry payments to doctors

Congress should back off provision to weaken the Physician Payment Sunshine Act.
Editorial
November 28, 2016
Donald Trump demonstrates his tweeting skills in his office at Trump Tower in New York, Sept. 29, 2015. Some say it took Trumpís unfiltered, type

Trump on Twitter: More baseless claims by president-elect

Fact-free rants on voting are what we'd expect from a losing candidate.
Editorial
November 23, 2016
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Remaining mindful while giving thanks

The holiday gives all of us a chance to reflect with gratitude.
Editorial
November 23, 2016
University of St. Thomas downtown Minneapolis campus at 11th Street and Harmon Ave in Minneapolis, MN. Mankato Kasota Stone, a 125-year-old company pr

With new two-year college, St. Thomas steps up for students in need

New two-year program will provide a cost-effective jump-start.
Editorial
November 23, 2016
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How to rescue Minnesota State from red ink

Stingy support has put the system at a crossroads.
Editorial
November 23, 2016

Minnesota health care task force should step up, not retreat

Call to suspend its work because of ACA uncertainty is premature.
Editorial
November 23, 2016
State lawmakers return to St. Paul in January to debate a new two-year budget, but the session is expected to be a contentious one.

Gov. Dayton's plan would most quickly address health premium hikes

Adding complexity to aid plan for 2017 creates more risk of snags.
Editorial
November 23, 2016
Entrepreneur Eric Dayton and skyway critic, along with three fellow skyway critics, launched their "Skyway Avoidance Society" to encourage people to w

Skyways are here to stay, but there's room for improvement

Minneapolis needs better public/private collaboration.
Editorial
November 22, 2016
President-elect Donald Trump and Mitt Romney shake hands as Romney leaves Trump National Golf Club Bedminster in Bedminster, N.J., Saturday, Nov. 19,

Trump should select Romney as secretary of state

A reassuring signal internationally — and to wary Americans.
Editorial
November 21, 2016
FILE ó Donald Trump, center, cuts the ribbon with his wife and children during the opening ceremony at Trump International Hotel in Washington, O

Trump must make clean break to avoid conflicts of interest

To protect his presidency, Trump must make a clean break with his worldwide business interests.
Editorial
November 21, 2016
An action by protesters to move a truck blocking the bridge leading to the DAPL Pipeline construction near the Standing Rock Reservation led to a poli

If N.D. governor won't act, White House should step in to resolve pipeline standoff

A must-add to Obama's agenda.
Editorial
November 18, 2016
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How Trump can help in fight to curb terrorism

More funding needed for Countering Violent Extremism programs.
Editorial
November 18, 2016
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Congrats, Minnesotans: You made the state No. 1 in voter participation

But a larger share turned out in the past three presidential elections.
Editorial
November 18, 2016
U.S. President Barack Obama is welcomed by German Chancellor Angela Merkel prior to a meeting of the government heads of Germany, France, Italy, Spain

Trump will need to protect critical transatlantic ties

Cohesion championed by Obama and Merkel shouldn't be shunted aside.
Editorial
November 17, 2016

Remembering the Dunwoody legacy in Minnesota

Award will salute often-unsung pioneers who gave much to the region.
Editorial
November 17, 2016
House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wis. speaks at his weekly news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Ryan's 'Better Way' on Medicare would not be pain-free

Generation Xers and millennials would be guinea pigs under reform plan.
Editorial
November 16, 2016
Ramsey County attorney John Choi announced that officer Jeronimo Yanez will face three charges for killing Philando Castile on July 6. "No reasonable

Police accountability: A watershed moment

Choi lays out a case against officer in Philando Castile shooting.
Editorial
November 15, 2016
Steve Bannon, campaign CEO for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, right, looks on during a national security meeting with advisors at Tru

Help wanted now in D.C., but only the best and brightest

Trump should send a signal that he wants the most-qualified candidates.
Editorial
November 15, 2016
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It was standing room only at a Friday groundbreaking ceremony for the new Cedar Riverside Opportunity Center.
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Groundbreaking for jobs center is a boost for Somali community

Project shows Minnesota's commitment to helping immigrants.
Editorial
November 14, 2016
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Election brings a fresh start for Minneapolis schools

Superintendent, new board must make wise use of levy renewal dollars.
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