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December 12, 2017
FILE -- Ajit Pai, chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, at the federal agency's headquarters in Washington, June 23, 2017. The Federal Co

Keep the internet fair and open to all

Trump administration's plan to end net neutrality would hurt consumers.
Editorial
December 11, 2017
3M Co. manufactured and dumped chemical compounds known as PFCs at several sites around Washington County, according to documents filed in a lawsuit b

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.
Editorial
December 8, 2017

Congress should keep working on tax reform

Competing House, Senate bills have failed deficit and transparency tests.
Editorial
December 8, 2017
Protect Minnesota rallied at the Capitol in opposition to the Concealed Carry Reciprocity legislation, scheduled for a vote during Wednesday in the U.

More idiocy on guns, thanks to the NRA and U.S. House

Senate should stop misguided conceal-carry legislation before it costs lives.
Editorial
December 8, 2017
The light rail train made its way toward the US Bank Stadium stop, Tuesday, June 20, 2017 in Minneapolis, MN. The light rail will shut down between Ju

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.
Editorial
December 7, 2017
Franken is no victim as he leaves the Senate

Franken is no victim as he leaves the Senate

He deserves credit, however, for a decision that's best for Minnesota.
Editorial
December 6, 2017
FILE - In this July 12, 2017, file photo, Senate Judiciary Committee member Sen. Al Franken, D-Minn., arrives on Capitol Hill in Washington. Two women

Star Tribune Editorial Board: Franken should resign

He's lost the ability to be an effective U.S. senator.
Editorial
December 5, 2017
Gov. Mark Dayton took questions during the budget forecast Tuesday. ] ANTHONY SOUFFLE • anthony.souffle@startribune.com State financial officia

Get to work now on Minnesota's forecast budget deficit

Dayton, GOP leaders should heed red ink warning and start planning.
Editorial
December 4, 2017
The Minneapolis City skyline including City Hall seen from the back of the U.S. District Court. ] GLEN STUBBE ï glen.stubbe@startribune.com Monda

Minneapolis City Council wisely moves to put more police officers on the streets

Election revealed deep concerns about gun violence, especially downtown.
Editorial
December 1, 2017
Hennepin County kicks off 100 day campaign to get 150 homeless youths permanent housing and jobs during a press conference at Youth Link Wednesday, Au

Credit Hennepin County program for helping homeless youth

Effort exceeded its goals and made the key link to employment.
Editorial
December 1, 2017
FILE ó Retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn, then President-elect Donald Trumpís choice for National Security Adviser, in the lobby of Trump Tower

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.
Editorial
December 1, 2017
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We've reached a watershed moment for women and men

Coming to terms with sex harassment and assault is painful, necessary.
Editorial
November 30, 2017
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A 5 and 10 dollar bills.

St. Paul can do better than Minneapolis on minimum wage question

City needs to weigh policy that balances interests of workers, employers.
Editorial
November 29, 2017
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Extend the sign-up period for healthcare.gov

Give all consumers what Minnesotans already have — extra time.
Editorial
November 28, 2017
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson arrives for the first meeting of the National Space Council first meeting at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, Thursda

State Department cutbacks are irresponsible, unwise

Experienced, expert diplomats are needed to quell crises.
Editorial
November 27, 2017
Sen. Al Franken, D-Minn., left, speaks to the media on Capitol Hill, Monday, Nov. 27, 2017 in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) ORG XMIT: MIN2017112

Franken's apology fails the full candor test

He seems to be saying, 'I'm sorry for what you think I did.'
Editorial
November 22, 2017
Giving thanks while remaining mindful

Giving thanks while remaining mindful

There is much to celebrate, ponder on Thanksgiving 2017.
Editorial
November 22, 2017
Rendering for the makeover of the Macyís Daytonís building downtown Minneapolis. ] Credit: Gensler handout rendering

Back to the future with Dayton's on Nicollet Mall

Reattaching retailer's name is one of many things to like about project.
Editorial
November 22, 2017
Gina Goetzke, from left, of Cottage Grove, stops with her parents Claire and Jerry Goetzke of Stillwater, in the middle of the new St. Croix bridge fo

Early reviews are in — and positive — on St. Croix bridge

The beautiful crossing is the result of years of bipartisan effort.
Editorial
November 22, 2017
Medica's headquarter in Minnetonka, Minnesota. Serving about 1.5 million members in Minnesota and upper midwest.
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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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