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New two-year program will provide a cost-effective jump-start.
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November 23, 2016
Minnesota health care task force should step up, not retreat
Call to suspend its work because of ACA uncertainty is premature.
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November 23, 2016
Gov. Dayton's plan would most quickly address health premium hikes
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November 23, 2016
Skyways are here to stay, but there's room for improvement
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November 22, 2016
Trump should select Romney as secretary of state
A reassuring signal internationally — and to wary Americans.
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November 21, 2016
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.
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November 21, 2016
If N.D. governor won't act, White House should step in to resolve pipeline standoff
A must-add to Obama's agenda.
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November 18, 2016
How Trump can help in fight to curb terrorism
More funding needed for Countering Violent Extremism programs.
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November 18, 2016
Congrats, Minnesotans: You made the state No. 1 in voter participation
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Trump will need to protect critical transatlantic ties
Cohesion championed by Obama and Merkel shouldn't be shunted aside.
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November 17, 2016
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