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February 21, 2017
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No, Mr. President, we're not the enemy

The nation's founders recognized the importance of a free press.
Editorial
February 20, 2017
Minnesota State Capitol

Legislature can send a message on qualifications for U's Board of Regents

General Mills CEO Ken Powell would add global business perspective.
Editorial
February 17, 2017
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Congress should initially focus on short-term fixes for ACA

While weighing overhaul, ensure consumers can buy coverage next fall.
Editorial
February 17, 2017
U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hold a joint press conference in the East Room of the White House on Wednesd

Two-state solution still best bet for Mideast peace

Trump is right to prioritize peace but should embrace bipartisan policy.
Editorial
February 17, 2017
Just under the new US Bank Stadium, the new, much-debated Commons park opened to little fanfare. But the people's park is turning out to be much bette

There's no time to waste in finding new leader for U.S. Bank Stadium

Super Bowl preparations require search for executive to move quickly.
Editorial
February 16, 2017
President Donald Trump speaks during a news conference in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017. (AP Photo/Pablo Mar

Congress should use rarely used law to examine Trump's tax returns

Paulsen should be among those urging Republicans to do the right thing.
Editorial
February 16, 2017

Keep the 'scoring' of bills in Minnesota's executive branch

No evidence points to the need for a separate Legislative Budget Office.
Editorial
February 15, 2017
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Man on the phone driving a car on highway.

Curb cellphone use behind the wheel in Minnesota

Common-sense bill would allow only hands-free calls.
Editorial
February 15, 2017
FILE -- Michael Flynn, center, who on Feb. 13, 2017 resigned his position as President Trump's national security adviser, on an elevator in the lobby

Congress must investigate Trump-Russia connections

The resignation of National Security Advisor Michael Flynn after just 24 days in office should be setting off alarm bells.
Editorial
February 14, 2017

David Roe led labor into modern era in Minnesota

As state labor chief, he changed workers' lives for the better.
Editorial
February 13, 2017
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Minnesota needs clarity on surrogacy laws

A legal framework would help prospective parents and carriers.
Editorial
February 10, 2017
The Brian Coyle Community Center, in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood, is a place for language classes, job training, homework help and youth sports.

Admirable leadership from Dayton administration on ending Coyle Center stalemate

Governor's office takes lead on forging lease agreement key to center's expansion.
Editorial
February 10, 2017
Ted Mondale, executive director of the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority, and Michele Kelm-Helgen, the authority’s chair, responded after M

After suite misuse, rebuild public trust in stadium leadership

Legislative auditor's troubling conclusions about stadium suites' use should be heeded.
Editorial
February 10, 2017
A court employee hands out the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals’ ruling against President Trump’s travel ban, outside the courthouse in San

Court's ruling is a much-needed reminder of checks, balances

A more-limited, better-constructed approach might pass legal muster.
Editorial
February 9, 2017
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, center, speaking to reporters at Haneda international airport in Tokyo on Thursday before leaving for the United S

Trump must reassure Abe, Japan

Defense Secretary Mattis set the right tone on recent Tokyo trip.
Editorial
February 9, 2017

Minnesota State's adroit interim move

Malhotra is a known and reassuring figure in state higher education.
Editorial
February 8, 2017
Shadows of fans on a wall at TCF Bank Stadium last Sept. 1, when the Gophers football team began its season, and hours before an alleged sexual assaul

Gophers football scandal should prompt a university review

Schools must strike a balance to protect alleged victims and those accused.
Editorial
February 7, 2017
The metro area has grown about 6 percent since 2010 — adding 200,000 new people — placing it 17th for growth among the country's 25 largest cities

As election cycle heats up, voters should press Mpls. candidates on downtown visions

Public safety and business climate are key issues in City Council, mayoral campaigns.
Editorial
February 6, 2017
Entrance to the campus of the University of Minnesota.

A few key values should guide selection of new U regents

Legislature's picks will help shape board — and Minnesota's future.
Editorial
February 3, 2017
Use Minnesota's full toolbox to expand early education

Use Minnesota's full toolbox to expand early education

Scholarships, CCAP or public preschool? There's a role for all three.
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