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April 24, 2017
Macron gives France a sensible alternative
Le Pen threatens a unified Europe while offering extremist approach.
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April 21, 2017
Edina is on a smart track to raise smoking age to 21
Smoking is a habit that takes root during adolescence. Let's snuff it out.
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April 21, 2017
Don't play legislative games with state bonding bill
Public infrastructure projects deserve Legislature's attention this year.
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April 21, 2017
Franken bill would help get Minnesotans the skills, education needed for jobs that need filling.
Matching the right skills training, education with employment needs.
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April 21, 2017
With focus on journalism, Hubbards have been major U supporters
Decision to add family name to school recognizes their contributions.
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April 20, 2017
Trump wisely moves to reform H-1B visa program
U.S. workers deserve first consideration for well-paying jobs.
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April 19, 2017
Stop the madness of distracted driving on Minnesota roads
State should join 14 others by banning the use of cellphones while driving.
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April 18, 2017
Now police can help and not just write a ticket
Vouchers for car light repairs are a creative solution to a nagging problem.
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April 18, 2017
Strategy, patience needed in face of threat posed by North Korea
Diplomacy is key to developing regional cohesion on a growing problem.
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April 17, 2017
Quit dodging and release your tax returns, Mr. President
With tax reform looming, Americans deserve details on Trump's finances.
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April 17, 2017
Dayton, Legislature need to find a solution for state's parks and trails
Modest increases in fees and state funding would help solve dilemma.
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April 16, 2017
New superintendent is a good fit to lead St. Paul schools
Joe Gothard's skills as unifying force should help in tackling big challenges.
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April 15, 2017
How to handle Minnesota's $1.65 billion surplus
Caution: That amount doesn't make Minnesota cash-rich. Here's the Editorial Board's "slow, steady" approach to the state budget.
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April 15, 2017
After flexing muscle, U.S. needs diplomacy on multiple fronts
Trump's policy reversals can be head-spinning, but some, like on NATO, are needed.
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April 13, 2017
Keep fighting AIDS 'until the job is done'
George W. Bush's farsighted health care program continues to save lives.
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April 12, 2017
Minnesota Legislature skimps on higher-ed funding
Can Minnesota be "The Brainpower State" with funding so low?
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April 11, 2017
After United fiasco, give consumers more protection
Overbooking is an airline's problem. It shouldn't become a passenger's.
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April 10, 2017
The tax fairness gap is gone in Minnesota
Legislators should keep Tax Incidence Study — and fairness — in mind.
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April 7, 2017
Don't stall momentum on Minnesota's tribal schools
Reverting to outdated aid cap would be a retreat for Legislature.
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April 7, 2017
Next for the U.S. in Syria: Follow missile strike with a measured strategy
Now that Trump has exercised military power, he must use diplomacy.
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