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Trump and Russia: Americans need answers
FBI probe, Trump's secrecy on meetings with Putin show why Mueller probe needs protection.
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Start the session with 'early wins' for Minnesota
A new crop of legislative leaders can prove their ability to work together now.
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Tracking investment in Minnesota's early learning system
If used wisely, federal grant will help state assess its many programs.
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Welcome home — and thanks, Jayme
Teen's courage and community's caring are an inspiration — and a reminder of what unites us.
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Expand Minnesota's Safe Harbor for sex trafficking victims
Legislature should extend protections for those who are exploited — regardless of age.
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Let's determine the best way to secure the southern border
There's no crisis, but a full assessment is needed to come up with a smart plan.
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Here's a chance to add more more transparency on campaign ads
Minnesotans have the right to know who is paying for issue ads meant to sway elections.
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Minnesota Legislature faces a health care funding dilemma
Minnesota Medical Association hopes to solve problem of disappearing provider tax.
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Minneapolis schools have more work to do on enrollment, finances
Improved financial management is encouraging, but more must be done.
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Minnesota's new leaders must build bridges
It's time to stop all-or-nothing politics and value the art of legislative compromise.
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A positive trend ends: Fewer U.S. kids have health care coverage
New report shows that a decade of steady progress has halted nationwide.
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U.S. is still sending mixed signals on Syria
While adversaries gain, regional and global allies will wonder whether to trust Trump.
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Minnesota needs answers, solutions for federal health aid hit
New analysis shows state trailed far behind others on reinsurance dollars.
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Modest hopes for Minnesota and the nation in 2019
Reasonable wishes for more rational, fact-based decisionmaking.
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Some hits and misses in federal panel's school safety report
Several suggestions seemed tone-deaf to solid research and public opinion.
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Why America needs an independent Fed
Trump's attacks highlight the need for sound policy over political motivation.
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VA fumbles on suicide prevention outreach
It needs to do everything possible to prevent suicides among U.S. vets struggling at home.
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Congress, codify bump-stock ban
President Donald Trump rightly acted; now lawmakers should pass a law to curb these devices.
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From the archives: Hold on to the spirit of this golden day
The greatest gift this Christmas won't be found in a stocking or under a tree.
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