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Editorial
July 24, 2020

Recognizing racism as a public health crisis

The symbolism is welcome but must produce meaningful public policy.
Editorial
July 23, 2020

The power of singing together, apart

COVID-19 has been an obstacle for choirs, so they've found an alternative.
Editorial
July 23, 2020
On Wednesday, Gov. Tim Walz announced a statewide mandate requiring Minnesotans to wear face masks in stores, public buildings and other places where

Minnesota mask mandate is overdue but can still save lives

There's no good reason not to cover up to slow spread.
Editorial
July 23, 2020
Comet Neowise in the night sky over Wolf Lake in Brimson, Minn., on July 14.

Mystery and beauty in comet's visit

Neowise's appearance gives us a chance to ponder the universe.
Editorial
July 21, 2020

Credit Minnesota Legislature for meaningful policing reforms

There's more work to do, but DFLers and Republicans made notable progress.
Editorial
July 21, 2020

Trump's return to coronavirus briefings

The president seems more motivated by politics than health.
Editorial
July 20, 2020

Honor John Lewis and pass voting-rights bill

Senate should back and Trump should sign a renamed John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of 2020.
Editorial
July 19, 2020

Tensions rise with Russia and China

Washington's approach to Moscow and Beijing must get more focus in the presidential race.
Editorial
July 18, 2020

Defending free thought: Never stop never stopping

We can't have the society we want without it.
Editorial
July 18, 2020

Find alternatives for homeless in Minneapolis parks

The tent camps must be restricted, then cleared as soon as possible.
Editorial
July 17, 2020

Practical balancing act achieved on senior care visits

'Essential Caregivers' program balances well-being, virus control.
Editorial
July 16, 2020

Action is essential at the State Capitol

Police reform, bonding bill, federal aid are top priorities.
Editorial
July 15, 2020

Trump's motives mysterious on visas

Here's hoping foreign students remember the happy ending of this bizarre episode.
Editorial
July 14, 2020

American Indians see change coming

Two important decisions herald change for the better.
Editorial
July 13, 2020

Trump's shameful Stone clemency

The prosecution was indeed "righteous," and the president's clemency was in fact "historic corruption."
Editorial
July 12, 2020

Residency rules won't cure policing ills

Incentives are fine, but a mandate would hurt efforts to strengthen, diversify departments.
Editorial
July 10, 2020

A data-driven reality check on returning to normal

Rapid rise in COVID-19 cases in the Sun Belt should temper expectations on reopening.
Editorial
July 10, 2020

Maya Moore is a hero on (and in) the court

Lynx star's social justice assist exemplifies athletes as living up to being role models.
Editorial
July 10, 2020
Members of the media set up outside the Supreme Court, Thursday, July 9, 2020, in Washington.

Trump's taxes? A little less shrouded.

Supreme Court doesn't let him off the hook, but election-wise, time is in his favor.
Editorial
July 8, 2020
Crossing W. 50th St. in Edina Monday afternoon. ] JEFF WHEELER • Jeff.Wheeler@startribune.com Edina is one of three cities in the state that are sla

Minnesota needs a mask mandate

Walz should act now: The coronavirus doesn't respect political borders.
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