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Editorial
June 12, 2020

Whatever the official number, U.S. jobless rate is troubling

"Misclassification error" doesn't obscure enduring economic pain of the ongoing pandemic.
Editorial
June 11, 2020

Special session shouldn't be wasted

Legislature has a chance to make progress on police reforms and economic recovery.
Editorial
June 10, 2020

Minneapolis police chief targets needed reforms

Arradondo's call for community policing is welcome, but union chief stands in the way of progress.
Editorial
June 9, 2020

World Health Organization's fumbled COVID-19 message

Despite doctor's comments, those who don't have symptoms can still spread the virus.
Editorial
June 8, 2020

Peaceful protests are changing minds

Shows of solidarity for George Floyd have the power to lead to needed systemic reforms.
Editorial
June 7, 2020

Protesters should get tested for COVID-19

Mass gatherings' risk factors require responsible action from those who marched for justice.
Editorial
June 6, 2020

Good riddance to neck-restraint tactic

It's been in the MPD policy manual and has been put to use.
Editorial
June 5, 2020

Taking the next step in Minnesota's COVID-19 response

Eateries, other small businesses needed to move to third stage of reopening.
Editorial
June 4, 2020

Respond strongly to China on Hong Kong

Beijing's regional and domestic aggression is best met through ideals, revitalized alliances.
Editorial
June 3, 2020

Battle plan 2.0 needed to protect Minnesota seniors from COVID-19

Focus, innovation are needed to prevent spread of infection in long-term care facilities.
Editorial
June 2, 2020

Ellison can help build trust that justice will be served in Floyd case

Attorney general's experience in civil rights is needed as case tests legal system's credibility.
Editorial
June 1, 2020
A small army of community members and volunteers work to clear water and debris outside 27 Avenue Cafe, just off of Lake Street, damaged by agitators

A much-needed boost from helpers in Minneapolis, St. Paul

With their cities hurting, community builders arrived to clean up and start the rebuilding.
Editorial
May 31, 2020
The fire-scared- entrance to the Minneapolis Police 3rd precinct building is shown in the wake of protests in the death of George Floyd, Saturday, May

A week that will live in ignominy

Further observations on the coming-apart of the place where we live.
Editorial
May 30, 2020
Keith Ellison, Minnesota Attorney General left, listens as John Harrington, Commissioner, Minnesota Department of Public Safety spoke about 28 recomme

After the mayhem ends, get serious about public safety reform

Start with statewide work already launched on deadly force encounters.
Editorial
May 29, 2020
Neighbors fought with garden hoses and buckets to save homes after rioters set fire to a multi-story affordable housing complex under construction nea

Failure of leadership added to Twin Cities chaos

It's clear now that Walz and mayors weren't on the same page this week.
Editorial
May 28, 2020
Dawn breaks after the second night of unrest in south Minneapolis, following the death Monday of unarmed George Floyd in Minneapolis Police custody. H

After George Floyd: Twin Cities leaders walk a fine line

The need for candid but calming voices goes beyond government.
Editorial
May 27, 2020

Restraint needed as Minneapolis burns

Angry response to George Floyd's death is understandable, but more violence isn't the answer.
Editorial
May 26, 2020
Three women prayed near the site where a middle-aged black man died after a confrontation with Minneapolis police, Tuesday, My 26, 2020 in Minneapolis

'Please, please, please, I can't breathe'

After another officer-involved death, officials face a skeptical public.
Editorial
May 25, 2020

Spur recovery, including in Minnesota, by advancing trade with U.K and E.U.

First round of talks between Washington and London are encouraging.
Editorial
May 23, 2020
FILE -- House Speaker Kurt Daudt and Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka

Walz, Legislature still have a to-do list

Minnesota needs a bipartisan approach to problem-solving in ongoing pandemic.
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