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December 12, 2017
Keep the internet fair and open to all
Trump administration's plan to end net neutrality would hurt consumers.
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December 11, 2017
To put a spotlight on health risks of PFCs, take 3M case to court
Going to trial vs. settling state suit would add to public's understanding.
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December 8, 2017
Congress should keep working on tax reform
Competing House, Senate bills have failed deficit and transparency tests.
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December 8, 2017
More idiocy on guns, thanks to the NRA and U.S. House
Senate should stop misguided conceal-carry legislation before it costs lives.
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December 8, 2017
A Metro Transit strike would be a Super Bowl loss for Twin Cities
The agency and its union need to focus on driver and public safety.
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December 7, 2017
Franken is no victim as he leaves the Senate
He deserves credit, however, for a decision that's best for Minnesota.
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December 6, 2017
Star Tribune Editorial Board: Franken should resign
He's lost the ability to be an effective U.S. senator.
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December 5, 2017
Get to work now on Minnesota's forecast budget deficit
Dayton, GOP leaders should heed red ink warning and start planning.
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December 4, 2017
Minneapolis City Council wisely moves to put more police officers on the streets
Election revealed deep concerns about gun violence, especially downtown.
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December 1, 2017
Credit Hennepin County program for helping homeless youth
Effort exceeded its goals and made the key link to employment.
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December 1, 2017
Flynn plea suggests more scrutiny of Russia meddling is needed, not less.
President Trump may be tempted to fire special counsel if Flynn provides details to investigators.
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December 1, 2017
We've reached a watershed moment for women and men
Coming to terms with sex harassment and assault is painful, necessary.
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November 30, 2017
St. Paul can do better than Minneapolis on minimum wage question
City needs to weigh policy that balances interests of workers, employers.
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November 29, 2017
Extend the sign-up period for healthcare.gov
Give all consumers what Minnesotans already have — extra time.
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November 28, 2017
State Department cutbacks are irresponsible, unwise
Experienced, expert diplomats are needed to quell crises.
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November 27, 2017
Franken's apology fails the full candor test
He seems to be saying, 'I'm sorry for what you think I did.'
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November 22, 2017
Giving thanks while remaining mindful
There is much to celebrate, ponder on Thanksgiving 2017.
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November 22, 2017
Back to the future with Dayton's on Nicollet Mall
Reattaching retailer's name is one of many things to like about project.
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November 22, 2017
Early reviews are in — and positive — on St. Croix bridge
The beautiful crossing is the result of years of bipartisan effort.
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November 22, 2017
State should hit pause on Medica's $90M transfer to for-profit affiliate
Health officials moved too quickly to approve Medica's $90 million transfer.
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