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Editorial
September 11, 2017
Minneapolis Police Chief Janee Harteau stood beside Mayor Betsy Hodges as the two delivered the findings of an internal investigation into the officer

Openness is critical in Minneapolis agreement with departing police chief

Non-disparagement clause could mute constructive discussions.
Editorial
September 8, 2017

Get back to work, court tells Minnesota lawmakers

Supreme Court orders Dayton, Legislature to try mediation.
Editorial
September 8, 2017
From left: Vice President Mike Pence and President Donald Trump meet with congressional leadership, including Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (

Trump's deal with Democrats is a welcome example of ending gridlock

The president avoided drama over the debt ceiling, government funding and hurricane relief.
Editorial
September 8, 2017
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Remaining Obamacare repeal bill still offers the wrong prescription

"Graham-Cassidy" is not new or innovative. It would hit Minnesota hard.
Editorial
September 8, 2017
MINNEAPOLIS/USA - July 23: Entrance to the campus of the University of Minnesota. The University of Minnesota is a university in Minneapolis and St. P

University of Minnesota makes timely pitch for $4 billion in gifts

"Driven" gives Minnesota's flagship a chance to go "from good to great."
Editorial
September 7, 2017
David R. Stras; Minnesota Supreme Court associate justice, Seat 4; 2012.myVote id: 50121 ORG XMIT: MIN2017060219110935

Franken's ignoble rejection of Stras nomination

The Minnesota Democrat is mimicking GOP treatment of Merrick Garland.
Editorial
September 6, 2017
FILE - This undated file photo distributed on Sunday, Sept. 3, 2017, by the North Korean government, shows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, second fro

World leaders must present united front on North Korea

And Trump's criticism should be focused on North, not South, Korea.
Editorial
September 5, 2017
Protesters hold up signs during a rally supporting Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, outside the White House on September 5, 2017. Thou

Congress should preserve DACA and the American dream

The country needs the economic contribution of immigrant "dreamers."
Editorial
September 1, 2017
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, center, chairman of the President's Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis, peaks at the beginni

Trump has failed opioid epidemic pledge

Declaration of national emergency hasn't been made official. Nobody will say why.
Editorial
September 1, 2017
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Tax burden is growing for Minnesota counties, and that's wrong

State tax policy should continue to counter excessive local property taxes.
Editorial
September 1, 2017
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Celebrating the essential partnership of employers and labor

Industry and commerce flourish when workers are valued.
Editorial
September 1, 2017
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A medical doctor holding a help wanted sign.

Albert Lea flap spotlights need to help small hospitals recruit, retain medical providers

Legislature should increase funding for Minnesota's loan forgiveness program.
Editorial
August 31, 2017
St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman gave his final budget address at St. Paul College, Tuesday, August 15, 2017 in St. Paul, MN. ] ELIZABETH FLORES ï li

After court ruling, how big a tax hike can St. Paul endure?

Although there's good reason for it, 23. 9 percent tax levy jump is too high.
Editorial
August 30, 2017
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East facade of the US Capitol Building, Washington DC, USA.. American flag and vivid blue sky with clouds are in the image. ORG XMIT:

In wake of flooding, Congress should skip the drama and get to work

Lawmakers will have a daunting to-do list in September.
Editorial
August 29, 2017
Sam Hanson, the attorney representing Gov. Mark Dayton, delivers his oral arguments before the Minnesota Supreme Court at the Capitol in St. Paul, Min

In high-stakes case, Minnesota Supreme Court has duty to decide

Only courts can enforce state lawmaking's constitutional boundaries.
Editorial
August 28, 2017
FILE -- Former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, who was found guilty of criminal contempt for defying a court order to stop detaining immigrants ba

Pardon shows, and deserves, contempt

Trump's decision on Sheriff Arpaio reaffirms his disregard for judiciary.
Editorial
August 25, 2017
Eloise Adams carried antiques on the sidewalk, as she started the morning at her shop "Adams Originals Shop" Thursday August 24,2017 in Albert Lea, MN

Albert Lea flap raises questions about Mayo's stewardship of Minnesota hospitals

Offering a full-range of care is vital for public health and economic growth.
Editorial
August 25, 2017

Minnesota Supreme Court goes live on Monday

Livestreaming oral arguments is a good move for openness, trust.
Editorial
August 25, 2017

A tiny Minnesota tribal college wins national accolade

Leech Lake Tribal ranked nation's best community college.
Editorial
August 25, 2017
Enbridge Energy facility at the Clearbrook oil pipeline transfer station in Clearbrook, MN. Approximately 3.5 million gallons of mostly Canadian crude

A high-stakes dispute over Minnesota pipeline taxes

The outcome could ripple far beyond the 13 counties in which Enbridge Energy operates.
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