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Hiring more cops should make Minneapolis a safer city
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Minneapolis takes a smart step to help small businesses
New 'navigator' office should make it easier to obtain city approvals.
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December 7, 2016
Keep the pressure on for-profit schools to be accountable
Fraud scandal at two Minnesota schools leaves students as victims.
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December 6, 2016
Keep experimenting with ranked-choice voting
It can't heal all that ails U.S. democracy, but it can make a difference.
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December 5, 2016
Is decision a brief timeout or a game-changer for Standing Rock?
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December 2, 2016
Even with expected surplus, Minnesota should proceed with fiscal caution
Size of new budget forecast puts damper on spending and tax-relief ideas.
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December 2, 2016
Sweet suites deal reflects fumbled governance at U.S. Bank Stadium
Given public's stake in U.S. Bank Stadium, more scrutiny is needed.
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December 2, 2016
Minnesota shouldn't flinch on human rights laws
State's enforcement efforts deserve Legislature's budgetary support.
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December 1, 2016
It'd be a blunder for Trump to undo Cuba progress
The embargo failed, and U.S. and Cuba have much to offer one another.
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December 1, 2016
Thanks to Mayor Chris Coleman, St. Paul is a stronger city
With city on the upswing, he won't seek a fourth term.
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November 30, 2016
Hennepin County deserves child protection help
Pilot project could bend an alarming curve and should be funded.
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November 30, 2016
Spat over State Capitol art is a troubling harbinger
Does partisan gridlock have to go this far?
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November 29, 2016
North's Prep Bowl title is a win for Minneapolis
It's also a reminder of the positive link between sports and academics.
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November 29, 2016
Keep the spotlight on industry payments to doctors
Congress should back off provision to weaken the Physician Payment Sunshine Act.
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November 28, 2016
Trump on Twitter: More baseless claims by president-elect
Fact-free rants on voting are what we'd expect from a losing candidate.
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November 23, 2016
Remaining mindful while giving thanks
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November 23, 2016
With new two-year college, St. Thomas steps up for students in need
New two-year program will provide a cost-effective jump-start.
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Stingy support has put the system at a crossroads.
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November 23, 2016
Minnesota health care task force should step up, not retreat
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