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Congress, Trump should back Obama's sanctions on Russia
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December 30, 2016
Minnesota didn't cave on health-care contracts
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December 30, 2016
Poverty series highlights importance of affordable-housing, community-building strategies
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December 29, 2016
Better nutrition for students can help narrow learning gaps
There's a strong connection between good food, school achievement.
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December 27, 2016
Trump should use preferred status with Israel to press for two-state plan
It'll be critical in achieving president-elect's goal of "the ultimate deal."
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December 23, 2016
A message of peace and love for the world-weary
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December 23, 2016
Spread the word that 'stronger brains' start developing at birth
Praiseworthy campaign spotlights value of reading to young children.
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December 23, 2016
Helping of generosity removes red ink from school menus
To Minnesota's credit, movement to pay off overdue lunch accounts finds support here.
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December 23, 2016
Nonprofits make a welcome push to boost college graduation rates
Minnesota has a lot of work to do, especially among students of color.
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December 22, 2016
Cities should revisit weak rules governing ride-share drivers
Both Minneapolis, St. Paul have more work to do to ensure public safety.
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December 21, 2016
Minneapolis should restore funding for Greater MSP
The city benefits from the organization's regional growth strategy.
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December 20, 2016
State Capitol failure hurts health care consumers in Minnesota
Inability to enact state health insurance premium relief leaves some buyers in the cold.
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December 19, 2016
In wake of newest scandal, Board of Regents must set a new tone for U
As a "window to the university," athletics are broken and in need of repair.
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December 16, 2016
Victory for environmentalists and BWCA eventually could backfire
Advocates' strategy creates precedent for political interference in mining.
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December 16, 2016
Better data is needed to address hate crimes
Improved reporting would create a truer picture in Minnesota, nationally.
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Don't allow threats to undermine the University of Minnesota
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