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October 15, 2019
Focus on meaningful consequences for repeat offenders in Minneapolis
A small number of juveniles are going back to the streets and causing too many problems.
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October 14, 2019
Trump parody video: Yeah, and the movie …
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Violent parody video is a new low in today's political environment
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October 11, 2019
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October 11, 2019
A worthy Nobel Peace Prize for Ethiopia's Abiy
Prime minister is noted for Eritrean peace process, regional mediation, internal reforms.
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October 10, 2019
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October 9, 2019
Hey President Trump, take a look at what we've done
Though not without problems, Minneapolis and St. Paul are thriving Midwestern cities.
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October 8, 2019
Controversy builds over Trump's Minneapolis rally
Questions are raised over police policies and public costs, and a little transparency would be welcome.
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October 7, 2019
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October 7, 2019
Trump betrays Kurdish allies
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October 4, 2019
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